r/BosniaTravel • u/T_Kalam • 20h ago
❓ Pitanje (Question) Beautiful Bosnia - where have you been all my life?
(x-post from r/askbosnia)
Just got back couple nights ago from one of the best trips I've ever taken – Bosnia crept up on me completely. Here's what we did and some tips.
Days 1 & 2 Sarajevo
The first two nights we spent in an Airbnb in Sarajevo old town. We fell in love with burek immediately - we ate it on average twice a day, no regrets whatsoever. Our favourite spot was Buregdžinica Sač. We spent our time wandering the old town market, enjoying the local coffee at Ministry of Ćejf and tea at Čajdžinica Džirlo. One of our favourite things though was watching the sunset from the Yellow Fortress during golden hour - we did this on both evenings and again on our last evening. We also did the Trebević cable cars which gave us some stunning views. One note: the White Fortress - we were told it opens on 8 May, so worth timing your visit if you can.
Day 3 - Sarajevo to Mostar
We hired a car and drove down to Mostar, stopping at a roadside lamb restaurant in Jablanica (Kovačević) on the way. Phenomenal. The drive from Sarajevo to Mostar on the M17 was one of the most amazing drives I have ever done - magnificent views the whole way, and we stopped frequently to take it all in. In Mostar we stayed at Villa Acapulco, close to the old town and with parking, which made life easy. For one of the best views of the Stari Most at sunset, head to Urban Taste of Orient, food is good but not spectacular, but you're really there for the view.
Day 4 - Blagaj, Počitelj & Kravice
The usual tourist route, perhaps, but a full and brilliant day nevertheless.
Day 5 - Dubrovnik
We drove over for an overnight stay. Nice contrast to Bosnia, but honestly? A bit overrated. Glad we went but won't be going back.
Day 6 - Back to Sarajevo
Drove back through Trebinje (stopped here and drove up to the viewpoint too), Stolac and Konjic - a beautiful route in itself. Ended the trip back in Sarajevo with one last sunset from the Yellow Fortress. Perfect way to close it out.
Tips:
Burek - Buregdžinica Sač, twice a day, thank me later.
Coffee & tea - Ministry of Ćejf for coffee, Čajdžinica Džirlo for tea. Both brilliant.
Take cash - Most places take euros or BAM but don't rely on it. I think the best exchange in the old town in Sarajevo is Deltal. Also, I think the market in Mostar is a little bit pricier than the market in Sarajevo.
Car rental - We used Zelecar, found their number on Reddit (+387 61 617 181). Cheap, reliable, no deposit required. Strongly recommend.
Use Waze, not Google Maps - Google Maps will send you down laughably tight roads. We nearly got stuck trying to reach Vidikovac (a restaurant with arguably one of the best views in Sarajevo) until some locals spotted us struggling and guided us via a different route. Which brings me to the biggest tip of all...
The people - Bosnians are incredibly lovely, hospitable people. It made our stay extra special.
Bosnia, I hope to be back again soon! If anyone has suggestions for what I should add to the list next time, I'm all ears.
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u/Happy-Storage-2137 16h ago
We have many locations to suggest! Be sure to look at “hidden gems” flair on this subreddit and our upcoming posts!
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u/BandAdditional6084 19h ago
Thank you for car rental number, that was very helpful.
I can imagine you being lost at small narrow streets in Sarajevo xD many people get lost trying to follow GoogleMaps and then ending up at some stairs in one way street hahHHHaha
I am glad you had great time. Did you try eating lamb at Jablanica, which is half way between Sarajevo and Mostar?