Kravica, Bosnia and Herzegovina
Monterrasol Travel small group tour by car.
Small group tour package 12 days in Bosnia and HerzegovinaAll seasons 12 days Bosnia discovery non-touristy tour from Mostar. Off the beaten path travel to Medieval land of Bosnia.tour ID: #603
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Tour summaryAll seasons 12 days Bosnia discovery non-touristy tour from Mostar. Monterrasol Travel small group tour by car. Off the beaten path travel to Medieval land of Bosnia. This page describes details of the multi-day small group car tour #603 offered by Monterrasol Travel. We, Monterrasol Travel, are an independent tour operator specialized in cultural and destination tourism. This sightseeing tour has been developed by Monterrasol Travel for small groups travelers based on our own experiences and belongs to the group of car tours with pre-designed itineraries. If you like this tour but you would like to change something, please do not hesitate to contact us and mention the ID number of this tour: #603. The custom itinerary will cost you nothing, it's free from our side. The tour will start and finish in Mostar (Bosnia and Herzegovina) and will take 12 days (11 nights). During this tour you will visit Blagaj, Počitelj, Kravica, Međugorje, Radimlja, Stolac, Vjetrenica, Zavala, Trebinje, Tvrdoš, Sarajevo, Bosnian Pyramids, Travnik, Doboj, Tešanj, Banja Luka, Ljubačke doline, Jajce, Šćit located in Bosnia and Herzegovina. Overall, with this tour you will visit 2 UNESCO World Heritage sites and 5 sites from the UNESCO Tentative List (sites that were submitted to the World Heritage Committee, and are awaiting to consider for nomination, and therefore suitable for inscription on the World Heritage List). Additional informationWe will pick you up at any hotel or place, in or around Mostar. Drop off is the same as pick up, or upon request in another place. We, at Monterrasol Travel, practice the Slow Tourism philosophy. That means that we work our tours at a pace that allows to our clients have a more authentic experience and a true exploring of each destination that features in our itineraries. The default tour price includes rooms in 3-star hotels, which are usually not near historical centers with pedestrian streets. If you would like better accommodation in terms of location and quality level, please contact us. This small group tour is available for solo travelers as well. Please contact us for details. We provide for this tour a special discount for pensioners (seniors citizens). We recommend you consider traveling off-season. Advantages of traveling off-season. Photo galleryPhoto gallery of attractions involved in this tour. Tour descriptionWe welcome you to come with us to discover the beautiful Balkan country Bosnia-Herzegovina. Travel with us on our all seasons 12 days discovery tour over Bosnia-Herzegovina from Mostar. We are going to visit many places in this medieval land and see old towns, fortresses, and monasteries. This tour is a good example of off-beaten-path travel, out of modern touristy areas and common destinations. We will start this tour by visiting Blagaj, known for its historical tekija (historic Sufi monastery with a mausoleum and old Turkish bath) built around 1520 on the cliffs by the water. The tekija is located under the cliff, near the cave, which is the source of the Buna river with amazing crystal-clear water. The same day later, we're going to take a walking tour of Mostar historical center (UNESCO World Heritage Site) and learn interesting details from Mostar history. The next day will bring us to the medieval town Pocitelj, known as an open-air museum, with a great panoramic view all over the valley and river from the old Ottoman's fort. After, we will come to see beautiful Kravica waterfalls, and later we will come to Medjugorje to learn how this small village became an important Catholic pilgrimage center. On the way from Mostar to Trebinje, we will visit the Radimlja archaeological site with unique carved tombstones (UNESCO World Heritage site), climb to the medieval fortress Stolac, visit the beautiful Vjetrenica cave, and visit the small Zavala monastery located partially in a cave. In Trebinje, we will learn about the history of this town and the whole region, visit the famous Tvrdos monastery, and try local red, white, and rose wine from the monastery's cellars. From Trebinje, the road will take us to the capital, multicultural Sarajevo. We will walk the historical center, learn about the history of this very interesting town, visit the so-called Tunnel of Hope, and see why it was so important for the people of Sarajevo during the siege. The tour will continue with a visit to the controversial place called the Bosnian Pyramids, and the Ottoman fortress Travnik later the same day. In town Doboj, we will visit another fortress, and on the way from Doboj to Banja Luka, we will come to see the great and important medieval fortress Tesanj. In Banja Luka, we will walk the historical center, see the cathedral and walls of the fortress, and have dinner at a local brewery. Going out from Banja Luka, we will see an interesting ethnic village, and the same day we will come to the medieval town Jajce, famous for its waterfall, fortress, and amazing, cute small watermills made of wood. From Jajce, before returning to Mostar, we will come to Scit, located on a tiny peninsula, to see a Franciscan monastery and a very good ethnographic museum. Border crossing for this tripThis tour does not require border crossing. Money and paymentsIn each country of your trip you can use main credit and debit cards. You can use ATM to withdrawal cash or pay at purchase point with card. More information on currencies, payments, and use cards you can read on this our page: On the trip: currencies, payments, card use. Last reviewed: 24 August 2024 Tour itineraryTour starts in: Mostar, Bosnia and Herzegovina day 1: travel to Blagaj, visit Blagaj monastery (UNESCO Tentative List Site), travel to Mostar to see Mostar historical center, visit Mostar bridge; accommodation in Mostar Tour finishes in: Mostar, Bosnia and Herzegovina Planned distance of this tour: 1103 km. What is a good itinerary for a multi-day tourHow to understand if this itinerary is good for you? Read our advice: what is a good itinerary for a multi-day tour. If you like this small group tour and itinerary but you would like to change something, please do not hesitate to contact us and mention the ID number of this tour: #603. We do not charge for development a custom car tour itinerary, it will cost you nothing. We will be glad to discuss with you the details of your future trip and plan it following your ideas and wishes. Visited places during the tourOur tour will pass several towns and places along the route. Each town and place has something to offer from a tourist's point of view. We will stop in each place and explore its attractions. The exact attractions for each place or town can be seen in the tour's itinerary. Here is the list of places visited during this tour, in the order they appear in the itinerary. Blagaj, Bosnia and HerzegovinaKnown for architecture, bridge, cave, fortress, landmark, museum, river, viewpoint, islam monastery; monastery is a UNESCO Tentative List Site Blagaj is a village in the Herzegovina-Neretva Canton of Bosnia-Herzegovina, located in about 15 km from Mostar, and is one of the most valuable mixed urban and rural built environments in Bosnia-Herzegovina. Blagaj has eleven national monuments, and is famous for the spring of the Buna river coming from cave, historical Dervish monastery (tekija) built around 1520, and medieval fortress Blagaj Fort, town-fortress complex built on a 310 meters high karst hill. Blagaj is also known as a residential area of Bosnian rulers and royal families. Počitelj (Pocitelj), Bosnia and HerzegovinaKnown for fortified town, fortress, medieval old town, viewpoint; medieval old town is a UNESCO Tentative List Site Počitelj is a small Ottoman-Mediterranean settlement, built along the Neretva river, conveniently located on the major road between Dubrovnik and Mostar. The walled town of Počitelj evolved in the period from the 16th to the 18th centuries. Architecturally, the stone-constructed parts of the town are a fortified complex, in which two stages of evolution are evident: medieval and Ottoman. Kravica, Bosnia and HerzegovinaKnown for nature, park, river, viewpoint, waterfall The Kravica Waterfalls, also known as Kravica Nature Park, are one of Bosnia and Herzegovina's most spectacular natural wonders. Often described as a miniature version of Niagara Falls, this breathtaking ensemble of cascades and travertine formations is a must-visit destination for anyone traveling through the Herzegovina region. Međugorje (Medjugorje), Bosnia and HerzegovinaKnown for catholic pilgrimage center Medjugorje, with special vibe and a mild Mediterranean climate, is the largest tourist and pilgrimage site in Bosnia and Herzegovina. It is a popular pilgrim's destination. There are a number of religious significance places that you should visit if you are there. Radimlja, Bosnia and HerzegovinaKnown for archaeological site; archaeological site is a UNESCO World Heritage Site Radimlja is a main UNESCO World Heritage Site where is possible to see so called Stecci, a monumental medieval tombstones. Radimlja necropolis located near town Stolac, Bosnia and Herzegovina, and is one of the most valuable monuments of the medieval period in Bosnia and Herzegovina. Stolac, Bosnia and HerzegovinaKnown for ancient megalites, fortress, river, viewpoint, waterfall; fortress is a UNESCO Tentative List Site Stolac and surroundings have been inhabited since ancient times due to the area's favorable natural environment. The rich grounds along with other natural benefits attracted prehistoric man, and later the Illyrians, Romans and Slavs, all of whom left a wealth of anthropological evidence. The area has been settled for at least 15,000 years. Vjetrenica, Bosnia and HerzegovinaKnown for cave; cave is a UNESCO World Heritage Site Vjetrenica (the wind cave) is the largest and most important cave in Bosnia-Herzegovina, is a UNESCO World Heritage site, and one of the most important caves in the Dinaric Alps mountain range, which is famous worldwide for its karstic and speleological richness. It is a real treasure in biodiversity. Also, it is the home to the famous olm (cave aquatic salamander) and houses beautiful cave formations as well. Zavala, Bosnia and HerzegovinaKnown for orthodox monastery An important and historical Serbian Orthodox monastery located in the village of Zavala, approximately 50 km from Trebinje (Republika Srpska). Along with Zitomislic (located near Mostar) and Tvrdos (near the city of Trebinje), Zavala is one of the most prominent monasteries in East Herzegovina. Trebinje, Bosnia and HerzegovinaKnown for bridge, medieval old town, museum, river, viewpoint, winery, orthodox cathedral, orthodox monastery Trebinje, the southernmost city in Bosnia-Herzegovina and one of the most beautiful cities in the country, is the economic and cultural center of the region of Eastern Herzegovina. Its Ottoman walled Old Town together with the Arslanagic Bridge (which is one of the most attractive Ottoman-era bridges in Bosnia-Herzegovina) are the most visited tourist attraction in Trebinje. Tvrdoš (Tvrdos), Bosnia and HerzegovinaKnown for winery, orthodox monastery The famous monastery Tvrdos, located about five kilometers from Trebinje, dates back to the Middle Ages and it is believed that it was founded by the Czar, Saint Constantine, and his mother Saint Helen. The Tvrdos monastery is renowned for its wine production and its wine cellars, with possibility to wine tasting. Sarajevo, Bosnia and HerzegovinaKnown for brewery, bridge, fortress, funicular, historical center, museum, park, river, viewpoint, catholic cathedral, orthodox cathedral, islam mosque; historical center is a UNESCO Tentative List Site Sarajevo, nestled within the greater Sarajevo valley of Bosna river, is surrounded by the Dinaric Alps and situated along the Miljacka river in the heart of Southeastern Europe and the Balkans. It is the capital city, the administrative, political, economic, social, cultural, educational and sport center of Bosnia-Herzegovina. It is affected by both the continental European climate from the North, and the Mediterranean climate from the South. This historical city is rich in cultural and religious diversity. Bosnian Pyramids, Bosnia and HerzegovinaKnown for ancient settlement, landmark, museum, nature, park The Bosnian pyramids complex is a pseudoarchaeological notion to explain the formation of a cluster of natural hills in the area of Visoko in central Bosnia and Herzegovina. Since 2005, Semir Osmanagic, also known as Sam Osmanagic, a Bosnian American businessman now based in Houston, Texas, has claimed that these hills are the largest human-made ancient pyramids on Earth. His claims have been overwhelmingly refuted by scientists but he has proceeded to promote the area as a tourist attraction. Travnik, Bosnia and HerzegovinaKnown for architecture, fortress, historical center, river Travnik is a charming small town located 90 km northeast of Sarajevo, and it is one of Bosnia-Herzegovina's most historically important towns. The town's centerpiece is the medieval Travnik fortress, which was originally established and controlled by Bosnian rulers before the Ottoman takeover of the 15th century. The town has a cultural heritage dating from the Ottoman period, with landmarks such as the Hadji Ali-bey Mosque, the Regional Museum, and the elaborate gymnasium built in the Austro-Hungarian architectural style. Doboj, Bosnia and HerzegovinaKnown for fortress, historical center, museum Doboj It is one of the oldest cities in the country and the most important urban center in northern Republika Srpska. The area had been inhabited ever since the early Stone Age, and the Roman Empire had an army camp and a settlement in the vicinity of the town dating from the first century AD. Doboj Fortress, a magnificent object, was considered to be a royal property, now with Gothic structure, served as the focal point guarding the entry into Bosnia proper as it overlooks Doboj valley. Tešanj (Tesanj), Bosnia and HerzegovinaKnown for fortress, historical center, viewpoint Tešanj fortress is located in the town Tešanj, on the territory of Bosnia-Herzegovina. Tešanj fortress was built in the center of Tešanj, on a steep and rocky hill, along the river, and known from medieval and Ottoman times. Currently, Tešanj fortress is one of the most significant and biggest fortresses in Bosnia-Herzegovina. Banja Luka, Bosnia and HerzegovinaKnown for fortress, museum, river, orthodox cathedral, islam mosque This beautiful and historical city surrounded by green hills, split into two by the Vrbas river. Banja Luka is the second largest city, after the capital Sarajevo, of Bosnia and Herzegovina and the capital of the Republika Srpska entity. It has a rich mixture of preserved architecture combined with a rich culture that give Banja Luka a unique charm. It's one of Bosnia's most modern and up-and-coming cities. Medieval fortress Kastel is located here in Banja Luka. The fortress is situated on the site of previous fortifications going all the way back to Roman and even pre-Roman times. The fortress is well-preserved, and is one of Banja Luka's main attractions. Ljubačke doline (Ljubacke doline), Bosnia and HerzegovinaKnown for ethno village, museum Ethno village Ljubacke doline is designed and set as an open-air museum with the intention of showing the life of a community that used to inhabit this area, its traditional architecture, material culture, and furniture from the late 19th century and early 20th century. Jajce, Bosnia and HerzegovinaKnown for fortress, historical center, nature, park, river, waterfall; historical center is a UNESCO Tentative List Site Jajce is a town and municipality located in the central area of Bosnia and Herzegovina, on the confluence of the rivers Pliva and Vrbas. Jajce was first built in the 14th century and served as the capital of the independent Kingdom of Bosnia during its time. A medieval fortified old town of Jajce is one of the best preserved fortified capitals of the Bosnian Kingdom. The old Jajce walled city core, including the waterfall, and other individual sites outside the walled city perimeter, such as the Jajce Mithraeum, is designated as The natural and architectural ensemble of Jajce and is placed on the UNESCO Tentative list. Šćit (Scit), Bosnia and HerzegovinaKnown for museum, peninsula, franciscan monastery Scit is small village located in central area of Bosnia and Herzegovina. The village location is notable because it's fully placed on the peninsula located in the middle of artificial lake. Scit is famous for Franciscan monastery built in the 15th century and very specific locality. #603 Tour mapTour starts in: Mostar, Bosnia and Herzegovina 
day 1: Blagaj monastery; Mostar historical center; Mostar bridge; accommodation in Mostar Tour finishes in: Mostar, Bosnia and Herzegovina Planned distance of this tour: 1103 km. Availability of this tourPlease check below for the availability of this small group tour for a specific month and year. In addition, for this tour, a 30 days cut-off period is in effect. Of course, you are always welcome to contact us with questions about availability. Check availability for specific period:
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Price from€ 2,099
The min amount of people in this tour: 2 This small group tour is available all year round. SRS means single room supplement. Prices above depend on the season. Read our pricing policy. Maybe you want?What the tour includes• transport with driver • transportation in car with air conditioner • the car is minivan by default • company's tour guide • English spoken driver and tour guide • tour guide all the time with you • accommodation in 3-star hotels or pensions • accommodation with breakfast only What the tour does not include• lunch and dinner • accommodation in single rooms • hotel tourist tax • professional tour guide • entry fees and tickets • flights tickets • ferry tickets • travel insurance • country visas Safe TravelsThe Safe Travels stamp allows travelers to recognize destination companies around the world that have implemented health and hygiene protocols that are aligned with WTTC's Global Safe Travels Protocols. Monterrasol Travel Small group tours has implemented health and hygiene protocols. Monterrasol Travel is the Safe Travels company.  |
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