Bosnia and Herzegovina tours put Sarajevo’s Baščaršija, the Mostar Bridge and the Neretva Valley at the heart of the Balkan route. This page lists itineraries that include Bosnia and Herzegovina — from short tours visiting only Sarajevo and Mostar to longer Balkan tours that also include Serbia, Montenegro and North Macedonia.
What to See in Sarajevo?
Baščaršija, the Sebilj Fountain, and Gazi Husrev-beg Mosque, all dating from the Ottoman period, are at the heart of the city; just a few hundred meters away, buildings from the Austro-Hungarian period begin. Latin Bridge is where the assassination that triggered World War I took place. The Tunnel Museum, which tells the story of the siege in the 1990s, and the Yellow Fortress, with its panoramic views of the city, are also frequent stops on itineraries.
Mostar, Blagaj and Počitelj
Mostar Bridge (Stari Most) was built in 1566 by Mimar Hayreddin, destroyed during the war in 1993, and faithfully rebuilt in 2004; the bridge and its surroundings are a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Near Mostar, Blagaj Tekke sits at the source of the Buna River, at the foot of a cliff. Počitelj, on the banks of the Neretva, is a small town that preserves Ottoman stone architecture.
What Programs Are Available?
Some tours currently available are short 2–3-night itineraries that visit only Sarajevo and Mostar. Most are 5–7-night Balkan tours, with routes entering via Belgrade and travelling through Sarajevo and Mostar to the Montenegrin coast, or adding Skopje, Ohrid and Pristina. Trebinje is usually a stop on the way from Bosnia and Herzegovina to Montenegro.
Price and Duration
Programs covering Bosnia and Herzegovina range from 2 to 7 nights, with 7 nights being the most common duration. The price per person starts at around 380 euros in a double room and varies depending on the length of the program, flights and hotel category. Flight-inclusive programs include round-trip airfare, hotel accommodation and transfers.
Visa and Currency
Turkish citizens can enter Bosnia and Herzegovina visa-free with an ordinary passport for up to 90 days in any 180-day period. The local currency is the convertible mark (KM); euros are also widely accepted in tourist areas. If your itinerary includes a Schengen country such as Bulgaria or Greece, you will need a visa for that country.
Food and Bazaar Culture
The narrow streets of Baščaršija in Sarajevo are known for ćevapi (grilled meat patties), burek (filled pastry) and Bosnian coffee; Kazazić and the coppersmiths’ bazaar are the center of craft shopping. Shops around the bridge in Mostar sell copperware and local products. Although card payments are becoming more common in the bazaars, it is useful to carry cash in convertible marks for small businesses.
When to Go?
April–June and September–October are the most balanced times to visit Bosnia and Herzegovina; the weather is mild for sightseeing, and summer heat has not yet reached Mostar. Mostar and the Neretva Valley can be very hot in July and August. Sarajevo is snowy in winter, and the nearby Jahorina and Bjelašnica mountains are ski resorts that hosted the 1984 Winter Olympics.
Transportation
There are direct flights from Türkiye to Sarajevo; some itineraries fly to Belgrade or Podgorica and continue to Bosnia and Herzegovina by road. The drive between Sarajevo and Mostar takes around two and a half hours.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a visa for Bosnia and Herzegovina?
No. Ordinary passport holders can stay visa-free for up to 90 days in total within any 180-day period. Your passport must be valid for the duration of your trip.
Are Sarajevo and Mostar included in the same tour?
Yes; most itineraries covering Bosnia and Herzegovina visit both cities. The drive between them takes approximately 2.5 hours.
How many days is the Bosnia and Herzegovina tour?
Short itineraries visiting only Bosnia and Herzegovina last 2–3 nights, while Balkan tours last 5–7 nights.
When does the jump from Mostar Bridge take place?
The bridge-diving tradition can be watched every day during the summer; the official diving competition is usually held at the end of July.