Discover the secrets of one of the most intriguing figures of the old communist bloc which are laid bare in this underground nuclear bunker in Bosnia-Herzegovina. Ride through interesting suburbs of Sarajevo will take us first to town Konjic where we will go through the old town and see the Old Bridge which represents one of the most precious heritages from Ottoman period. Our next stop is 6500 square meter bunker, officially know as ARK (Atomska Ratna Komanda, Atomic War Command) which was one of the most expensive structures in the former Yugoslavia and well kept secret for decades.
Bunker is located under the mountain Zlatar with the deepest point of 280 meters underground. This atomic shelter could withstand a nuclear attack of 20 - 25 kilotons. The bunker has eight alternative exits that are not shown on the map which lead to the top of the mountain. The whole complex is built in a horseshoe shape, resembling a maze with offices, conference rooms, dorms and of course, Tito’s private rooms. It was all supported by two kitchens and a supply of oil, food and water that could sustain the bunker for up to six months. In the event of a nuclear strike, the bunker could accommodate Tito (Yugoslav revolutionary and “benevolent dictator” Josip Tito) and 350 of the most important political and military persons in the country.
ARK D-0 exists today only because of the Bosnian military guard, who refused to carry out an order from Serbian high command in Belgrade, who wanted to blow up the bunker up in 1992. Thanks to this forward thinking bit of preservation, the bunker is still in much the same condition as it was during the Yugoslav era with all of its furniture and equipment intact.
Vrelo Bosne is an oasis located around the spring of River Bosna. It is an ideal place for families, children, and romantic couples.
The best way to arrive to the Vrelo Bosne park is through the large Alley of Ilidža which is 3,5 km long. Ilidža is a municipality of Sarajevo and is known for the natural thermal spa tourist complex. It passes through a tunnel of 726 plane and wild chestnut trees. We can walk through the alley to Vrelo Bosne, but if you want the full flavor of the Vrelo Bosne tour, the best experience is to travel by a horse carriage. It is quite an idyllic place with swans, waterfalls and Austro-Hungarian palaces.
Vrelo Bosne is one of the most famous features of Bosnia and Herzegovina. As the name says it is a place where the Bosna River, a significant watercourse for the areas it flows through and for the whole Bosnia and Herzegovina, starts. It is one of the country's top natural landmarks and one of the most famous scenes of natural beauty in the region. Feel the presence of water, lush vegetation, the cool breeze from the mountain Igman and experience that offers every visitor an atmosphere that can not be forgotten.
The park is filled with springs, fountains, walking trails, lovely bridges and little waterfalls. In this area you can feel the spirit of the untouched nature. It consists of several small islands that are connected with bridges over numerous small streams. Water surfaces are decorated with the scenes of beautiful black and white swans and ducks which you will love to photograph.
Before the end of the tour, we will relax at the local restaurant, enjoying nature beauty and peacefulness while having traditional lunch.
The Medjugorje tour is ideal for catholic pilgrims and those wanting to connect with their faith. It is visited by millions of people from all around the world during the year.
The Medjugorje tour departs from Sarajevo, driving through a variety of beautiful locations of Herzegovina. We will pass through the tunnel of Bradina near the Jablanicko lake. This lake was formed artificially many years ago from the river Neretva. It starts below the town of Konjic and covers a wide valley. We will make a short visit to Blagaj, home to Buna river spring – the most beautiful, powerful and clean river spring where we will have a traditional lunch. After 1h of driving we will arrive to our destination. Medjugorje is visited by millions of catholic pilgrims during the year. It is believed that the Virgin Mary has been appearing to the Medjugorje visionaries since 1981.
We will take you to the apparition hill which is specific for the spiritual peace which it provides. If lucky you might even see one of the visionaries having an apparition or sharing a message from Mother of God. One of the visionaries has an apparition on the 25th of every month during the year. Medjugorje is a unique religious experience for all catholics and the ideal destination to grow one’s faith and find inner peace with God.
Returning from Medjugorje we will also visit city Mostar. There you will see the most famous locations of this beautiful city on the river Neretva. You’ll visit the Old bridge known for famous cliff diving events. You will hear the history and story of the rise and fall of the old bridge, and maybe you might even see a diver jumping into the cold river of Neretva 20 meters below.
With its long and warm summers, and short and mild winters, this small town is considered to be one of the coastal towns which have the greatest number of sunny days in the year. Morning ride will take us through interesting suburbs of Sarajevo and areas of central Bosnia until we pass Ivan Mountain and enter Herzegovina region. The first stop of the day is a short visit to Mostar town with focus at Mostar’s old bridge, old bazaar and old town. After Mostar, we will visit Blagaj, home to Buna river spring – the most beautiful, powerful and clean river spring where we will have a traditional lunch.
After 2 hours of driving we will arrive to our destination - Neum, the only BH seaside city which is situated on the southern part of the Adriatic coast. Ever since the ancient times, the area of Neum was well known as an important crossroad of different roads which led from the seaside to the mainland. Bathing season in Neum lasts from June to September. Thanks to the policy of moderate Neum pricing, a large number of guests choose this town as vacation destination during the season as well as in off-season time.
Of course Neum is not considered only for its beautiful beaches, sea and comfortable accommodation that make the vacations great. A rich gastronomical offer of Neum’s specialties in a great number of restaurants and taverns, terraces with “live” music, promenades, sport terrains, and other fun choices, will make our sojourn ampler and more pleasant. While in Neum we will take a boat tour and explore the whole Neum bay while having a lunch. After that you will have some free time for your own activities and we are going back to Sarajevo.
Experience the Sarajevo city from the air, in an aeroplane, with a friend, a loved one or in a small group. Meet the capital city of a heart shaped county Bosnia and Herzegovina in a new way! Enjoy the view of the Sarajevo city landscape with your favorite co-flyers. Give life to an unforgettable experience with your friends and loved ones by flying together over the city of Sarajevo and the surrounding areas.
You will experience Sarajevo in a completely different dimension. The panoramic view of Sarajevo from a plane is a unique experience because it shows the variety of nature and structures of the capital of Bosnia which is located in a valley of the surrounding mountains. Looking down at the Sarajevo from a bird’s eye view you will find yourself breath-taken by the fascinating surroundings.
You will see the descending valley of Sarajevo, the hills and the mountains, forests and parks, rivers, rocky canyons and climbing rocks, and large city structures all blend in together, almost magically! The aeroplane panoramic flight of Sarajevo makes for the perfect birthday or anniversary gift. Some have even proposed to their beloved future wives during the Sarajevo Panoramic Flight.
Surprise someone you care about with a gift you will both share and keep in your memories for the rest of your lives. Experience adventure, inspiration, panorama, and Sarajevo as an ultimate thrill for all human senses. Flying in a group in an aeroplane, on a Panoramic Flight of Sarajevo, is safe and secure. The professional licensed pilot will always ensure that the weather conditions are suitable for flying and that the passengers are given all of the necessary equipment for the flight.
Mostar (Cyrillic: ??????, Serbo-Croatian pronunciation:is a city and municipality in southern Bosnia and Herzegovina. Inhabited by 113,169 people, it is the most important city in the Herzegovina region, its cultural capital, and the center of the Herzegovina-Neretva Canton of the Federation. Mostar is situated on the Neretva River and is the fifth-largest city in the country. Mostar was named after the bridge keepers (mostari) who in the medieval times guarded the Stari Most (Old Bridge) over the Neretva. The Old Bridge, built by the Ottomans in the 16th century, is one of Bosnia and Herzegovina's most recognizable landmarks, and is considered one of the most exemplary pieces of Islamic architecture in the Balkans.
The city is the birthplace of many famous people, including Aleksa Šantic, Alois Podhajsky, Džemal Bijedic, Osman Ðikic, Avdo Humo, Vladimir Corovic, Svetozar Corovic, Elisabeth Radó, Senad Lulic, Predrag Matvejevic, Himzo Polovina, Zlatko Ugljen, and Grga Martic. Mostar is also widely celebrated in popular lore, featured frequently as the setting for books, movies, and television programs. Dani Matice Hrvatske is one of city's significant cultural events and it is commonly sponsored by the Croatian Government and the Government of the Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina.
Mostar Summer is another umbrella event which includes Šantic Poetry Evenings, Mostar Summer Festival and Festival of Bosnia and Herzegovina choirs/ensembles. The city is a home of music festival called Melodije Mostara (Mostar Melodies) which has been held annually since 1995. Theatre festivals include Mostarska Liska (organized by the National Theatre Mostar) and The Mostar Spring (organized by the Matica hrvatska Mostar).
Starting from Sarajevo and driving to the destination we will pass the beautiful surroundings and learn the history of Sarajevo watching its beauty and hearing from guide about interesting stories that this city speaks. You will also hear and lean about the 1986 Olympic Games and the Olympic mountains of Sarajevo: Bjelasnica, Trebevic, Igman anad Jahorina.
Treskavica has the tallest mountain peak in Bosnia, reaching 6950 feet in height. This is an exciting mountain full of lakes and springs and on this tour you will learn about mysterious lakes and many strange and interesting things about this mountain.
When we come to our destination the fun part begins: the tour starts in a forest and takes us just under striking Oblik peak. We will visit Zmijsko Lake and then continue up to the peak itself for amazing views on Sarajevo from far away. Trail continues to Black and Great lakes. If the weather and time allow, we can even swim in the cold waters.
The unique thing about mount Treskavica is its natural diversity. It is combined of barren land in some parts and abundant vegetation in other parts. One side of Treskavica is on the Bosnian part of the country, and the other side ascends to Herzegovina. The name of Treskavica derives from the Bosnian word for shaking. Treskavica is located in a zone of strong seismic movements, so regular but small earthquakes are very common, thus its name “Treskavica”.
This mountain is also unique for the abundance of water. There are over 300 sources of water, including 10 lakes, and 365 springs such as the Ljuta, Željeznica, Bistrica, Bijela, and the springs of the river Rakitnica. The Bosnian Mountain Treskavica was once home to shepherds and cattle; flocks of sheep, oxen and farm horses. Today this is not the case anymore.
The conditions of the mountain Treskavica are ideal for various mountain sports and activities such as climbing, hiking, paragliding, mountain cycling and much more and we can adjust this tour to your wishes and needs. The Tour to mount Treskavica is enriching for the mind, body, and soul. You will have a day full of fresh mountain air, amazing sightseeing and exploration of the wonders of nature and other fun activities of your choice.
A whole day trip in this Karst region in the south of our country, you have the possibility to experience, in a relatively small area, various natural beauties created in distant past.
Pocitelj – Artistic colony, town museum from the 16th century.
Mogorjelo – Valuable heritage from ancient times. An archaeological site was discovered there and excavations were carried out 1from 1899 to 1903.
The Kravice Waterfall – a magnificent natural phenomenon and most beautiful cascades in Herzegovina 26 m high and about 120 m wide.
The museum of the Franciscan monastery – Humac; together with its rich archaeological collection, keeps the oldest document of this region – the Humac Tablet from 1185.
Discover and experience the phenomenon of Medugorje, one of the best-known pilgrims’ destinations in the Catholic world attracting millions of visitors.
Kraljeva Sutjeska is located in the central part of Bosnia and Herzegovina, in the area of the municipality Kakanj. It is situated in the valley of the river Trstionica. This is a peaceful settlement where you can see preserved authentic Bosnian houses, people wearing clothes that were used in this region in the past, and everything in it looks as if time had stopped.
The Franciscan monastery, a magnificent medieval building that defies time and space, stands at the foot of a hill. It was built in the first half of the 14th century and in its long history it was destroyed several times. Its current design dates from the year of 1890. Although the library and the archives were destroyed by fire, as were many other valuable items, there is still a rich archive of cultural and historical material in its chambers.
Kraljeva Sutjeska is not only famous by the Franciscan monastery that dominates this area, it is also famous by the oldest house in this part of the country – The Dusper House, that was built in the early 18th century and it represents a national monument of Bosnia and Herzegovina that is protected by the country. Kraljeva Sutjeska is a settlement where one of the oldest mosques in Bosnia in Herzegovina is located. A few kilometres away from Kraljeva Sutjeska there is the royal city of Bobovac that hides a lot of historical stories, just like Kraljeva Sutjeska.
HIGHLIGHTS:
• Driving from Sarajevo to Kraljevska Sutjeska 2 hours approximately (mostly with highway); guests will see part of Zenica from transport.
• Kraljevska Sutjeska sightseeing of city center 1.5 hours approximately (traditional houses and citizens in traditional clothes); city has strong history so I will recommend to join a guided visit, because there is too much to remember).
• Guests have the opportunity to visit the Franciscan monastery, accompanied by the guardian (1.5 hours approximately); the monastery is a church, a museum exhibition and one of the richest the monastery library.
• Driving back to Sarajevo (2 hours approximately).
Find out why the birds sing high up in the sky, by flying in tandem with our qualified paragliding pilot and enjoy in beautiful view of city Sarajevo and its surroundings.
An experienced paraglider can remain in the air sharing the magic of open space with birds for hours. Paragliding around Sarajevo and the surrounding mountains will allow you to experience the true greatness of nature. Paragliding is the best way to actualize your dreams of flying like a bird.
Tandem paragliding, or paragliding in pairs, is the best and safest way to experience this amazing activity without prior experience, training, or preparation. Tandem paragliding around Sarajevo will give you the ultimate experience of looking down on a landscape from a bird’s eye view.
After experiencing paragliding in a tandem, you will be offered the opportunity to train for solo paragliding in the Sarajevo paragliding school. The standard flying locations for the Sarajevo tandem paragliding tours are the Olympic mountains; Bjelašnica, Jahorina, Igman, Trebevic; Barice, Mrkovici, Romanija, Vlašic and other flying courts around the country.