Bosnia And Herzegovina 5 Day Itinerary

Day 1: Sarajevo

  • Morning: Arrival at Sarajevo International Airport (SJJ), Bosnia and Herzegovina’s capital city. Check into your hotel and freshen up.

  • Afternoon: Visit the Historic Bascarsija, the old town quarter, filled with traditional architecture, bustling markets, and cafes. Don’t miss the Gazi Husrev-beg Mosque and the Clock Tower.

  • Evening: Explore the War Tunnel of Hope or Tunnel Museum, a testament to the resilience of Sarajevo during the siege. Have dinner at one of the local restaurants offering Bosnian cuisine.

Things to Know: Sarajevo is a fusion of Eastern and Western cultures, reflected in its food, architecture, and people. The official language is Bosnian, but many locals speak English.

Visa Requirements: Visitors from most countries need a Schengen visa or a visa for BiH if they plan to stay longer than 90 days within a 180-day period. Check your country’s requirements before traveling.

Transportation: Sarajevo has an efficient public transportation system, including buses and trams. Taxis are also readily available.

Day 2: Sarajevo - Eastern Mostar

  • Morning: Depart for Eastern Mostar, approximately a 3-hour drive from Sarajevo. Visit the Stari Most (Old Bridge), the iconic landmark of Bosnia and Herzegovina, rebuilt after the war.

  • Afternoon: Explore the Bosnian Pyramid of the Sun and the Museum of Underwater Archaeology. Return to Sarajevo for the night.

Things to Know: The old town of Mostar is divided by the Neretva River, with one half in the Federation of BiH (Eastern) and the other in the Republica Srpska (Western).

Day 3: Western Mostar - Blagaj - Kravica Waterfalls

  • Morning: Cross to the Western side of Mostar, visit the Old Town, and enjoy the view from the Koski Mehmed-paša Mosque’s minaret.

  • Afternoon: Head to Blagaj, home to the Blagaj Tekija, a 16th-century Dervish monastery, and the crystal-clear waters of the Buna River spring. End your day at the Kravica Waterfalls.

Things to Know: Western Mostar is predominantly populated by Bosniaks and Croats. The architecture reflects this mix of cultures.

Day 4: Jajce - Travnik

  • Morning: Drive to Jajce, about a 1.5-hour drive from Western Mostar. Visit the Osmijeh Fountain, Pliva Lakes, and the Gabriel’s Fortress.

  • Afternoon: Continue to Travnik, a 30-minute drive from Jajce, to explore the Travnik Fortress and enjoy traditional Bosnian cuisine.

Things to Know: Both Jajce and Travnik have historical significance and beautiful landscapes.

Day 5: Vrelo Bune - Sarajevo

  • Morning: Return to Sarajevo, stopping at Vrelo Bune along the way, the source of the river Buna and a popular picnic spot.

  • Afternoon: Spend your last hours in Bosnia shopping for souvenirs or relaxing at a local café before departing from Sarajevo International Airport.

Things to Know: Be sure to try traditional Bosnian dishes such as ćevapčići, burek, and bosanski lonac during your trip.