Bosnia and Herzegovina Tours & Trip Packages

Bosnia and Herzegovina Tours & Trips

82 Bosnia and Herzegovina trips. Tours from 34 tour companies. 234 reviews. 4.7/5 avg rating.

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Tasting menu of Croatia
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4.9/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
Private Guided
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Croatia, Diocletian's Palace, Dubrovnik, Sibenik, Split, Zagreb

Highlights

  • Sample the freshest seafood possible at a family oyster farm in Ston.
  • Set out with a guide and his trained dogs for truffle hunting in Istria.
  • Join a local chef in Trogir for a market tour and five-course dining experience.
  • Visit a country home in Konavle for a traditional peka meal and rakija tasting.

Themes

Culinary & Wine, Cultural, Nature & Wildlife

What travelers are saying

"It's hard to describe how lucky we are to have been able to work with Stephanie in planning our honeymoon to Japan. From the very beginning, Stephanie was friendly, flexible, and an absolute wealth of knowledge. We had several meetings with her leading up to our trip to come up with the perfect itinerary. Throughout this, Stephanie was mindful of our budget, without sacrificing anything. During our trip, Audley was available at all hours to help with anything and everything which was such a relief to know we had that resource available to us. I truly cannot imagine having planned this trip without all of Stephanie's guidance and knowledge- and cannot imagine taking another big trip like this without the help of Audley. Thank you again!"

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Best of the Balkans: From Medieval Fortresses to the Majestic Adriatic Sea
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4.4/5 Great
100+ reviews
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate

Visits

Belgrade, Ljubljana, Sarajevo, Split, Zagreb

Highlights

  • I like to spend much of the day exploring
  • Whether walking through historic neighborhoods at a moderate pace or out and about on a coach, I prefer to keep my days full
  • Stairs don’t bother me, and I love to keep up with the group

Themes

Culinary & Wine, National Parks, Nature & Wildlife, Relaxing Retreats, Yoga, Meditation & Wellness, Photography, Holy Land

What travelers are saying

"Our family of four, including two adult children, took the Bicycling: Day Trips to Paradise in Canada. This trip is entirely outsourced to the owners of the inn, there are no Road Scholar employees involved in the trip. Two of us have taken bicycle trips all over the world and the bicycling component of this trip was disorganized, haphazard and almost unsafe. We all filled out forms giving details regarding our bicycle fitting months before the trip. On the first day, the leader Stephen, went around the room and asked the same questions and said everyone would get fitted in the morning before we began the first ride. The morning brought a rack of bikes, all different types in various levels of readiness. There were road bikes, hybrid bikes, mountain bikes and e-bikes. The rides were all on paved surfaces and the mountain bikes were heavy and the additional suspension added weight. The bike I received had rust on the chain and rear sprocket. When I asked about it, was told they were waiting for another van to show up with tools and equipment. Once it arrived, they gave me the lubricant to spray on the rust. My wife’s bike would not shift into the high gear on the front sprocket. Instead of adjusting the derailleur, they suggested spraying it with lubricant. Our one son is over six feet and needed a larger frame bike, even though he detailed it in the bike form months ago, there was no bike to fit him. One of the guides, then went home and brought a larger bike that was a full suspension mountain bike for him. The bike was very heavy, hard to control on the road and he felt unsafe. After two days, one of the guides convinced Stephen that they could adjust a hybrid bike to fit him. Clearly there was no work done to prepare the bikes for the trip. Many of the bikes needed adjusting and all needed lubricant to function easily. For every day, there was a tray of snacks placed out for us to take along the ride. None of the bikes had any baskets or attached bags, so if you didn’t bring a small day pack, there was no way to carry the snacks. For lunch on the rides, they brought exactly one sandwich for each rider. Since most of us get hungry while doing a day of exercise, it would have been helpful to have a few extras. On one day, they ran out of sandwiches and one of the leaders that were riding with us did not get lunch. Do NOT take this trip if you are expecting it to be a bicycling trip. We have used VBT and Discovery Bicycle Tours many times over the past 25 years and they are excellent bike tour companies. Lastly, after sharing these details with Road Scholar after the trip, their response was weak at best. After doing the full reviews and having to call them, their response was to give us $200 credit after spending $8000 on this trip. Not only was that insulting, they assumed that I would take another trip with their organization."

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Ottoman Trek
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4/5 Great
8 reviews
Group Tour
Lodging level
Basic - 2 star
Physical level
Extreme
Trip pace
Full schedule

Visits

Belgrade, Blue Mosque, Istanbul

Highlights

  • Mostar, the bridge and the bakeries
  • Sarajevo walking tour with a cevapcici lunch in the Old Town
  • The buzz of Belgrade
  • Our gypsy evening in Sofia
  • Bulgaria’s Black Sea Coast
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Themes

Cultural, Hiking & Walking, Trekking & Expeditions

What travelers are saying

"We were booked for an Italian Adventure in Capri and were booked at the Camp Santa Fortunata in Sorrento which turned out to be a nightmare. We paid for an upgrade and the cabin we were placed in had no air conditioning, windows had no mosquito net, the bathroom had no toilet paper. I have contacted them for a refund, of at least the upgrade that we paid, and they have refused. We ended up having to book a hotel in Sorrento because we just couldn't sleep at the cabin they placed us in. We hated the accommodation and their communication was poor and underserved to their clients."

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East of Europe
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4.6/5 Excellent
66 reviews
Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Full schedule

Visits

Dubrovnik, Sarajevo, Vienna, Zagreb

Highlights

  • Explore very beautiful historic centre and Stonebridge separating the Orthodox, Muslim and Catholic communities.
  • Enjoy panoramic tour of Dubrovnik.
  • Visit a city with strong Turkish influence: its Mosques, its Madrasahs, and its busy bazaars.
  • Explore Slovenia.

Themes

Cultural, Local Immersion & Homestays

What travelers are saying

"No travel with then completely desaster First and last Hotel accommodations really cheap, they mix you with 40 people in the same bus"

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From Sofia to Dubrovnik
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4.6/5 Excellent
66 reviews
Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Full schedule

Visits

Belgrade, Bucharest, Dubrovnik, Sarajevo, Sofia, Transylvania

Highlights

  • Visit Etarat with its charming village/ethnographic museum.
  • Visit the impressive Castle of Hunedoara, which is considered the prettiest castle in Romania.
  • Explore the elegant central squares at Timisoara.
  • Enjoy a panoramic tour of Dubrovnik.

Themes

Cultural, Local Immersion & Homestays, Religious

What travelers are saying

"No travel with then completely desaster First and last Hotel accommodations really cheap, they mix you with 40 people in the same bus"

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East of Europe and Venice
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4.6/5 Excellent
66 reviews
Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Full schedule

Visits

Dubrovnik, Lake Bled, Plitvice Lakes National park, Sarajevo, Split, Venice, Vienna, Zagreb

Highlights

  • Visit Ljubljana a pretty centre of this small capital.
  • Visit Postojna Cave.
  • Explore Plitvice lakes National Park.
  • Travell along the Croatian coastline which displays amazing seascapes and islands.

Themes

Cultural, Local Immersion & Homestays

What travelers are saying

"No travel with then completely desaster First and last Hotel accommodations really cheap, they mix you with 40 people in the same bus"

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Balkan Peninsula
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4.6/5 Excellent
66 reviews
Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Full schedule

Visits

Belgrade, Bucharest, Dubrovnik, Romania, Sarajevo, Transylvania

Highlights

  • Panoramic tour of Dubrovnik
  • Beautiful landscapes throughout the stage: mountains, rivers, waterfalls, lakes, picturesque villages en route
  • Explore Sarajevo, enjoy the journey of pretty forests and mountain scenery
  • Visit Belgrade

Themes

Cultural, National Parks, Nature & Wildlife

What travelers are saying

"No travel with then completely desaster First and last Hotel accommodations really cheap, they mix you with 40 people in the same bus"

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Croatia, Bosnia and Slovenia
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4.6/5 Excellent
66 reviews
Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Full schedule

Visits

Croatia, Dubrovnik, Lake Bled, Plitvice Lakes National park, Sarajevo, Split, Zagreb

Highlights

  • Enjoy a panoramic tour of Dubrovnik.
  • Visit Postojna Cave
  • Visit the monastery on the island
  • Enjoy Zagreb sightseeing

Themes

Cultural, Local Immersion & Homestays

What travelers are saying

"No travel with then completely desaster First and last Hotel accommodations really cheap, they mix you with 40 people in the same bus"

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Bosnia and Herzegovina Reviews & Ratings

4.7/5  Excellent
234  Reviews
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Oct 2018

Provided byExodus Travels

Bosnia hertz walk

Very good, particularly impressed by ou magnificent guide Kanaan who spoke English perfectly, was passionate about his country, informative and balanced when descr...

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Anonymous

Oct 2018

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Beautiful Bosnia

Yet again Exodus has offered an amazing package. The best guides, the best views and the best locations. The Bosnian mountains are stunning and the local people ar...

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Anonymous

Aug 2018

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A beautiful country

Bosnia & Herzegovina is a really beautiful country with stunning mountain scenery. Although I'm not usually a fan of cities, all 3 cities visited on this trip ...

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Anonymous

Aug 2018

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breathtaking scenery

I really enjoyed this trip. Both the guide (Kenan) and the assistant guide (Branko) contributed a lot to this and ensured everything was going smoothly and were li...

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Anonymous

Nov 2017

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Have you ever connected so deeply with a country, you couldn't put it into words? That's how I felt about Bosnia and Herzegovina. As an avid traveler, it's one of ...

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Bosnia and Herzegovina Tour Selection Trips

  • Tours to Bosnia and Herzegovina often include other Balkan Peninsula countries. While there’s no widespread agreement on which countries make up the Balkan Peninsula, Macedonia, Croatia, Montenegro and Kosovo might also be included in your itinerary. Tours to Bosnia and Herzegovina
  • Tourism in Bosnia and Herzegovina is relatively undeveloped so set your expectations accordingly; for example, accommodations are generally in the “value” category (vs. “basic” or “premium”), food is excellent but not gourmet, and the region’s infrastructure is not up to par with more heavily touristed destinations. However, the lack of commercialization is what endears many travelers to the region. Speak with your tour company for specific information.
  • No matter the tour you choose, the impact of the war that took place in the early 90s will be evident and sights may be raw for some particularly in Sarajevo; however, resilience, resourcefulness and hope are also plain to see. As well, the coexistence of people with different ethnic backgrounds and religions. Most tour guides have excellent knowledge of the complex history in the region, many with personal experience of the war. Learning about the region will be both eye opening and inspiring.
  • Tours will use buses; otherwise, longer lines at checkpoints, road conditions that may be more hazardous to passenger vehicles and special laws when driving in Bosnia and Herzegovina are to be expected. Roads can be long, bumpy, and windy so if prone to car sickness, take appropriate measures. 
  • Most tours to Bosnia and Herzegovina are cultural in nature with a travel style that will offer a good mix of activities and free time. 
  • Is it expensive to travel to Bosnia and Herzegovina? If you’re a budget traveler, Bosnia and Herzegovina is the place.  You’ll find several dozen tours under $200/day and plenty of tours under $150/day. Take into consideration that flights are generally more expensive in June and less expensive in February with New York to Sarajevo being the most commonly chosen flight route.
  • While a cultural tour might be what you have in mind when traveling to this part of the world, have you ever thought of cycling in Bosnia and Herzegovina? Most haven’t and yet, the pristine landscapes beckon the active traveler. There are not only cycling tours to choose from but also, rafting, walking and even snowshoeing. You’re sure to be one of the few who post a cycling selfie from the Balkans! Walking tours in Bosnia and Herzegovina. Cycling in Bosnia and Herzegovina
  • Bosnia and Herzegovina small ship cruises offer sights of the ever popular Croatian coast which is on the Adriatic Sea. Croatia borders Bosnia and Herzegovina to its west and north. The southwestern border of Bosnia and Herzegovina is close to the Southern Dalmatian Islands, just off the coast of Croatia and a popular small cruising destination. Stops in Dubrovnik, Croatia and the Bosnian cities of Mostar and Sarajevo are often included in these itineraries. 
  • You might be wondering, “should I travel to Bosnia Herzegovina?” The answer, if it is safe to go, is yes! You’ll read in review after review that tours to this part of the world exceed expectations. You will have a great variety of experiences, most likely ones you’ve never had before, whether cultural, historical or natural.

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Are Bosnia & Herzegovina Two Separate Countries?

Although often informally called Bosnia, Bosnia and Herzegovina are not two separate countries but rather, two autonomous entities. Geographically, Bosnia makes up the larger northern region while Herzegovina makes up the smaller southern region.

The political map is drawn differently: the Bosnian entity, called the Bosnian Serb Republic, is located in the north, south and southwestern parts of the country. The Herzegovinian entity, called the Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina, is located in the central and northwestern parts of the country. These entities reflect ethnic divisions between Serbs and Croats.

Nearby Countries

Bosnia Herzegovina is in the Balkan region of southern Europe.

Countries in the Balkan region that are nearby Bosnia and Herzegovina include Albania, Northern Macedonia, Serbia (adjacent to its east), Croatia (adjacent to its north), Bulgaria, Kosovo, Slovenia, Montenegro (adjacent to its south), and Romania.

Similar to regions of the United States there is no widespread agreement on which countries make up the Balkan region and sometimes parts of Turkey and Greece are included. Further complicating designation is that in most recent times the terms Southeastern or Southeast are becoming more common, perhaps because of the political and ethnic upheaval often associated with the Balkan region. 

There are three southern peninsulas in Europe. From west to east they are the Iberian Peninsula of Spain and Portugal; the Italian Peninsula and the Balkan Peninsula.

What Language Do They Speak?

The language spoken in Bosnia Herzegovina reflects ethnic, political, religious, geographic, and historic ties as well as no standardization. Bosnian, Serbian and Croatian are the three primary languages, also termed Serbo-Croatian.

In recent years, the term has come to include the Bosnian and Montenegrin languages. While similar and not a hindrance to communication between groups, all are separate languages with their own dialects.

Is English spoken in Bosnia Herzegovina? Many do speak English that’s quite good, especially younger generation Bosnians. As always when traveling to a country with a language different than your own, learning common words and phrases can enrich your experience  - and that of your hosts, too.

What is the Weather Like?

Weather in Bosnia and Herzegovina is mild with variations depending on whether you are close to the Meditteranean, traveling through the plains or more hilly regions. In the Bosnian north, expect the coldest winter temps in January to hover around freezing, while in southern Herzegovina, about 42℉. Summer is a balmy 72℉ on average in Bosnia and about 78℉ in Herzegovina. June, July, August, and September are generally good times to travel to Bosnia Herzegovina weather-wise.

How much does it rain in Bosnia Herzegovina?

It’s always helpful to know whether you need to pack for rainy weather. The northern city of Banja Luka sees about 40 inches per year. Rain is heaviest during the months of October, November, December, and June with average monthly precipitation of about 4 inches.

In the southwestern part of Bosnia Herzegovina, the city of Mostar close to the Meditteranean sees an average of about 57 inches of precipitation per year. The months of October, November, and December are the heaviest with nearly 7, 8, and 9 inches respectively. The average annual precipitation in Sarajevo, situated further north and inland is about 37 inches. There, too, rain is heaviest during the months of October, November, and December.

Do I need a Visa? 

Visas for travel to Bosnia and Herzegovina are not required for stays under 3 months. Passports are required and must be valid for three months past your date of departure. 

Is it Safe to Travel?

As of the latest U.S. Department of State Travel Advisory in June of 2019, Bosnia and Herzegovina is at Level 2: travelers are advised to exercise increased caution due to terrorism and land mines. Be sure to visit Travel.State.Gov to see what current advisory levels are.

Also, be aware that air quality might be poor, especially in Sarajevo not only because of cigarette smoke but other pollution. What are the roads like in Bosnia Herzegovina? Road conditions can be hazardous; for example, no roadside guardrails and no street lights outside of city centers. There are special laws and papers are required so know before you go. General safety recommendations such as not wearing jewelry and keeping items of value close to your person should be followed.

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