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Travel to Bosnia and you’ll discover your new favourite country.
Whether it’s cycling along the banks of the pristine Prokosko Lake or walking through Rakitnica Canyon, whose beech wood forests are fabled to be home to dragons, you’ll witness a country that has stepped beyond the shadows of its past conflicts to claim the limelight it deserves.
Located in the heart of the Balkans, Bosnia captures the essence of this proud region: from its hearty cuisine and contemporary folk culture, to its timeless villages and untapped raw landscape.
Nestled in a lush green valley is Bosnia’s charming capital, Sarajevo, famous for being at the cross roads of Western and Eastern Europe. Surrounding the city are the low lying peaks of the Dinarica mountain range, along whose walking trails you’ll encounter abandoned and overgrown remnants from the 1984 Winter Olympics.
Outside in the remarkable natural surroundings, join the Via Dinarica, a 2,000km long trail snaking its way throughout the Balkans and passing some of Bosnia’s most mesmerising features such as the unspoilt Sutjeska National Park and the emerald colour of Trnovacko glacial lake.
Bosnian hospitality doesn’t allow guests to go hungry: dine on burek, a flaky pastry filled with meat, spinach or cottage cheese; fill pita with cevapi, small minced meat sausages, famous for being the best in the Balkans; and be amazed by how versatile the plentiful stone fruits of Bosnia are, whether they’re baked, pickled or drank.
Yes, predicting Bosnia will be one of your most treasured trips is a bold statement, but once you experience it for yourself you’ll understand why.
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Our active trips in Bosnia are designed to be affordable providing you with all the necessary ingredients for a successful journey at a price that will leave more in your pocket for those random shopping finds on the trail.
On self guided trips you can expect to receive up-to-date and well researched route notes and maps, seamless luggage transfers and competitive pricing on all essential services. Many self guided trips also have daily departure dates, allowing you to enjoy the convenience and flexibility a self guided trip offers.
Cycling or walking, 2 star or 4 star, small groups or self guided, land or sea - we can help you explore Europe exactly the way you want.
Often family run, these charming hotels range from 2 to 4 stars and provide access to local living thanks to your hosts. The hospitality is generous and their local knowledge is invaluable. Where possible, we choose locations that add to your experience.
Similar to bed & breakfasts, these family-owned accommodations are clean and comfortable. Rooms with en suites generally have a shower but no bath due to space. There may be a separate room with a bath tub.
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Join the Via Dinarica, a 2,000km long trail snaking its way throughout the Balkans and passing some of Bosnia’s most remarkable features such as the unspoilt Sutjeska National Park and the emerald colour of Trnovacko glacial lake.
The Dinarica mountain range, along whose walking trails you’ll encounter abandoned, overgrown remnants from the 1984 Winter Olympics.
dine on burek, a flaky pastry filled with meat, spinach or cottage cheese; fill pita with cevapi, small minced meat sausages, famous for being the best in the Balkans; and be amazed by how versatile the plentiful stone fruits of Bosnia are, whether they’re baked, pickled or drank.
Cycle along the banks of the pristine Prokosko Lake or walk through Rakitnica Canyon, whose beech wood forests are fabled to be home to dragons.
The months of June to August are the busiest times, with temperatures ranging between 20 - 30 degrees Celsius (68 - 86 degrees Fahrenheit) and sometimes higher. You should however be prepared for temperature variations - up to 38 degrees Celsius (100 degrees Fahrenheit) and down to 15 degrees Celsius (59 degrees Fahrenheit), even in the middle of summer. It is important to take enough water with you and drink regularly through the day.
Bosnia and Herzegovina is +2 hours ahead of UTC/GMT
Bosnian, Croation, Serbian (all official)
Convertible Marka
+387
Electricity in Bosnia & Herzegovina is 230 Volts, at 50 hertz. The most common pin type is C. (2 round prong).
Visas are not required for citizens of Australia, Britain, Canada, USA and New Zealand for stays of up to 90 days. For all other nationalities and longer stays please contact the relevant embassy. Please note that if you travelling on to or from the Schengen area as part of your travels in Europe you can only stay in these countries for a maximum of 90 days within a 180 day period. Please see https://tinyurl.com/ybh5jads for more details.
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