Itinerary
- Day 1
Kravica - Pocitelj - Mostar
Start at Medjugorje, a major pilgrimage destination in Europe. From there, head to Kravica waterfalls where you can swim in the natural pool and grab lunch at the waterside restaurant. Next, walk through Pocitelj's cobblestone streets to see the Ottoman fort and 16th-century mosque. You'll finish the day in Mostar, where you're staying for two nights with time to wander around on your own.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Medjugorje pilgrimage site
- Swimming and fishing at Kravica waterfalls
- Walk through medieval town of Pocitelj
- Visit Fort of Pocitelj (Kula)
- See Hajji Alija's Mosque in Pocitelj
Optional Activities
- Grilled food and drinks at Kravica waterside restaurant
Landmarks/POIs Medjugorje Kravica Waterfalls Pocitelj Fort of Pocitelj (Kula) Hajji Alija's Mosque Stari Most Bridge Ottoman Old Bazaar of Mostar - Day 2
Mostar
After breakfast, travel to Blagaj, a UNESCO Tentative Listed site with a 16th-century Dervish monastery built right at the cliff base. You'll tour Blagaj Fort, which once housed King Herceg-Stjepan and offers great views across the town and river valley. Return to Mostar in the afternoon and use the rest of your time to explore the city at your own pace.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Blagaj tekija monastery
- Tour Blagaj Fort
Optional Activities
- Lunch at monastery restaurant overlooking the water
Landmarks/POIs Blagaj Blagaj Tekija Monastery Buna River Blagaj Fort - Day 3
Stolac - Vjetrenica Cave - Zavala - Trebinje
This morning you'll visit Radimlja, a medieval necropolis with stone tombstones from the 15th and 16th centuries. Continue to Stolac, one of Herzegovina's oldest towns with Ottoman architecture along the riverside. Next comes Vjetrenica Cave, Bosnia's largest cave with remarkable biodiversity. You'll also see Zavala monastery with its cave setting, then drive to Trebinje for a two-night stay.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Radimlja necropolis
- Explore Stolac old town
- Tour Vjetrenica Cave
- Visit Zavala monastery
Landmarks/POIs Radimlja Necropolis Stolac Bregava River Vjetrenica Cave Zavala Monastery Popovo Polje - Day 4
Trebinje
After breakfast, visit Tvrdos monastery, a 15th-century Serbian Orthodox site known for its winemaking heritage going back centuries. Tour the historic wine cellars, including one from the 15th century beneath the monastery itself, and see the award-winning wines stored in 100-year-old oak barrels. Back in Trebinje, you'll have free time to check out the Arslanagic Bridge, Hercegovacka Gracanica monastery, and the Old Town.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Tvrdos monastery
- Tour wine cellars at Tvrdos
Optional Activities
- Wine tasting at Tvrdos
Landmarks/POIs Tvrdos Monastery Trebisnjica River Arslanagic Bridge Hercegovacka Gracanica Monastery Crkvina Hill - Day 5
Sarajevo
After breakfast, head to Dobricevo Monastery, a 13th-century Serbian Orthodox complex that was relocated to Bileca Lake to protect it from flooding. The site holds important medieval and spiritual heritage. Later that day you'll travel to Sarajevo, Bosnia's capital, where you're settling in for two nights with time to explore the atmosphere, pedestrian streets, and local food on your own.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Dobricevo Monastery
Landmarks/POIs Dobricevo Monastery Bileca Lake Trebisnjica River - Day 6
Sarajevo
Spend the day in Sarajevo experiencing its mix of Ottoman and modern architecture. You'll walk through pedestrian streets and see how the city blends religious and cultural traditions. Take time to try traditional cuisine, do some shopping, and find local spots that interest you. This is your chance to really get a feel for this colorful Balkan capital at whatever pace you prefer.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Sightseeing in Sarajevo
Landmarks/POIs Sarajevo Old Town Miljacka River - Day 7
Bobovac - Zenica
Visit Kraljeva Sutjeska, a historic village with key medieval sites including a 14th-century Franciscan monastery that has a museum and rare library. Then check out Bobovac, where Bosnian kings had their royal residency and which was the last stronghold before the Ottoman conquest. You'll see castle ruins and the royal mausoleum before continuing to Zenica, where you'll stop for one night.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Franciscan monastery in Kraljeva Sutjeska
- Tour monastery museum
- Visit Bobovac fortress
Landmarks/POIs Kraljeva Sutjeska Franciscan Monastery of Kraljeva Sutjeska Bobovac Fortress - Day 8
Doboj
Travel to Vranduk, a 14th-century village positioned in a canyon along the Bosna River. You'll see the well-preserved medieval citadel, which is now a protected architectural ensemble and national monument. Continue on to Doboj, one of Bosnia's oldest cities and a major urban center in northern Republika Srpska. You'll be staying for two nights here with time to check out restaurants, taverns, and shops.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Vranduk medieval citadel
Landmarks/POIs Vranduk Bosna River - Day 9
Maglaj
Start with Doboj Fortress, a recently renovated 13th-century castle that now has restaurants, shops, and displays of medieval weapons. The stone fortress shows both Romanesque and Gothic architecture and has survived being burned and ransacked at least 18 times. Later, visit Maglaj, a historic northern Bosnian town with an Ottoman center and fortress. You'll return to Doboj for the evening to relax and try some local dining options.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Tour Doboj Fortress
- Visit Maglaj town
Landmarks/POIs Doboj Fortress Maglaj Bosna River - Day 10
Jajce
Head to Tesanj, a historic northern Bosnian town built around a river at 230 meters elevation. Tour Gradina fortress overlooking the city, a medieval defensive structure that was enhanced by Romans, Slavs, and Ottomans. Then continue to Jajce, a charming town where two rivers meet, well-known for its 22-meter waterfall. You're staying for two nights here with free time to explore on your own.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Tour Tesanj Gradina fortress
Landmarks/POIs Tesanj Tesanj Fortress (Gradina) Tesanjka River Jajce Pliva Waterfall Pliva River Vrbas River - Day 11
Jajce
Spend time at Jajce's Pliva Falls, which cascade through the town center where the rivers meet. You can go to viewing platforms to get close to the water and feel the spray. Tour the medieval castle ruins from the 14th century with nice views of the surrounding green mountains. Wander the Old Town's medieval buildings and Ottoman architecture, visiting 12th-century St. Mary's Church and a 4th-century Mithraic Temple. The charming streets and historic atmosphere make for a good day exploring.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- View Pliva Falls from official viewing platform
- Tour Jajce fortress and castle ruins
- Visit St. Mary's Church
- Visit Mithraic Temple
Landmarks/POIs Pliva Falls Jajce Fortress St. Mary's Church Mithraic Temple - Day 12
Mostar
On your final day, visit Rama Monastery, a 15th-century Franciscan site beautifully set on scenic Ramsko Lake. Walk through the monastery courtyard to see valuable art sculptures and check out the Ethnographic Museum in the old monastery building. This hidden gem offers a peaceful ending to your trip before you head back to Mostar for departure.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Rama Monastery
- Tour Ethnographic Museum at Rama
- Explore Ramsko Lake area
Landmarks/POIs Rama Monastery Ramsko Lake
