Overview
The “Bosnia Inspiration” tour is a deeply immersive 6-day journey centered in the historic heart of Sarajevo, designed to offer a rich and multifaceted experience of the country’s culture, history, and natural splendor. From the moment of arrival, you are introduced to the serene beauty of the region with a visit to Vrelo Bosne, the picturesque spring of the Bosna River, celebrated as one of the most precious natural pearls of Bosnia and Herzegovina. The itinerary then delves into the soul of Sarajevo with a comprehensive sightseeing tour of its old quarters, which still maintain an authentic Ottoman ‘carsija’ complete with oriental sweet shops and traditional food. You will explore the city’s most significant religious, cultural, and historical monuments, from the grandeur of Gazi Husrev bey’s mosque to the poignant history of the Latin Bridge. The tour extends beyond the capital, taking you on a scenic drive south to the Herzegovina region, where a Mediterranean climate and different landscape dominate. Here, you will discover the iconic city of Mostar and its famous UNESCO-protected Old Bridge, a landmark of incredible resilience. The adventure also embraces Bosnia’s more recent history and its love for the outdoors with an excursion to the Olympic mountain Trebevic, where you can walk through pine forests and visit the historic bobsleigh track before enjoying a modern alpine coaster. With ample free time built into the schedule, this tour provides a perfect blend of guided discovery and personal exploration.
Highlights
- Vrelo Bosne: Visit the outstanding park at the spring of the Bosna River, featuring numerous streams, lakes, and a beautiful alley of plane trees planted in 1892
- Sarajevo Old Town (Carsija): Explore the historic quarters of Sarajevo with their beautiful Ottoman-style mosques and architecture, oriental sweet shops, cafes, and traditional food.
- Historic Sarajevo Monuments: A guided tour covers famous sites such as the Old City Hall, Gazi Husrev bey's mosque, the Clock Tower, the Emperor mosque, and the Latin Bridge.
- Day Trip to Mostar: Journey 140 kilometers south to the Herzegovina region to visit the city of Mostar.
- Mostar's Old Bridge: See the famous UNESCO-protected Old Bridge and get the best view of it from the Koski Mehmet Pasha's mosque.
- Olympic Mountain Trebevic: Take an excursion to this mountain, walk through a pine forest, and visit the former Bobsleigh track.
- Sunnyland Amusement Park: Enjoy a ride on the alpine coaster at this fun park on Mount Trebevic.
