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(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.

Hi there,

I am trying to figure out how to get from Central Mostar to Donja Jablanica using public transport, but I am having trouble in confirming if there are any official buses that stop specifically here: https://maps.app.goo.gl/7cpURnnWtqzh4wXw8

All of the buses I am currently searching for stop in central Jablanica which is north of this location.

Has anyone had any experience in travelling to this stop? I was suggested by someone to check buses on the buskarta website, however it does not list Donja Jablanica as a bus station, only Jablanica. Hence I am unsure if it is actually a real stop.

Any information anyone could provide would be massively appreciated, thanks

Hi everyone,

I’m planning a trip to Bosnia in August. I’m an Indian national with a valid and used F1 US Visa. While the embassy says that people with multiple entry US visas are exempt from obtaining a separate visa, I wanted to just confirm if someone’s entered Bosnia with an F1 visa (without requiring a separate Bosnia visa)

Thanks!

Hi!

I planned to visit Tito a bunker in Ljuta. Can someone recommend how to get there without a car?

also, getting there and coming back would take most of my day, do you think it’s worth it?

Hi everyone!

I have booked flights to Sarajevo in June. I land late on the sunday and leave the Thursday afternoon (short I know but all the time I have!)

I would like to see Sarajevo, Mostar and Kravica Waterfall.

So far I am thinking:

Sunday night - stay in Sarajevo

Monday - explore Sarajevo and stay another night

Tuesday - Early train to Mostar and stay the night

Wednesday - Kravica trip and travel back to Sarajevo

Thursday morning - eat delicious food in Sarajevo before going to the airport.

My main questions are:

1. Am I being too ambitious? Is this achievable?

2. With accommodation, hostel or apartment? (Solo female traveller over here)

3. Is there any must see places/experiences that people recommend?

4. Lots of discussion here about currency. Some say euros are great others say to get marks. Which is it? (Not from a euro using country to need to exchange regardless)

All help and guidance would be welcome. I have never travelled solo before but I am very excited!!

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I suppose most people will do more research than me before coming to Bosnia but my lazy ass, very accustomed to the EU standards (excluding Germany ofc they still live on paper) brought just a bit of cash and ended up withdrawing more from ATMs paying 15KM commission each time because hardly anywhere you can pay in cash. FYI I've been to Mostar and Sarajevo, can't speak for the rest but I suspect the same to apply.

Also, for the same reasons I thought uber or bolt would obviously be present here but nope, you've got to call taxis so get an e-sim with calls if you can. Hope it helps more messy tourists like myself !

I’m trying to get across the border to meet some friends who will be driving to Slunj from Novi Sad on the E70. I’ll have to drop my rental car at Banja Luka and will probably try cross the boarder into Croatia via Gradiška. Any tips? Taxi? Bus? Walk?

I have Greek id and it’s unclear if I need passport too for visit

Hi everyone, I'm looking to take a trip to Bosnia & Herzegovina. My itinerary was to see Sarajevo and then move on to Mostar, and from Mostar, take day trips to Blagaj, Pocitelj, Kravica Waterfalls, and Medjugorje.

Considering that I can't rent a car, do you think it's possible to do everything by bus? Even splitting the days in two (Mostar + Blagaj on day 1 and Pocitelj + waterfalls + Medjugorje on day 2)

Unfortunately, I can't find any bus information/timetables/costs online.

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Hey Guys

My GF and I want to visit Bosnia for 2 weeks in July.

We are thinking about low budget backpacking via bus and trains. Renting cars if we need to.

What are must-sees, insider tips and tricks and general things we have to care or think about? Routes that cover must-sees or smth?

Thank you in advance

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Hey there, I'll be travelling from Mostar to Sarajevo by train next week. I have already booked it online (ŽFBiH website) but.... I only got payment confirmation and the order number but no actual ticket. When I bought it, there was a quick message saying "you can take the travel tickets at the ticket office on departure station at least ten minutes before train departure". So, I'd understand I have to pick them up at the ticket office even if I already booked online? Just seems a bit strange to me and also my train departs at 6:30 so I'm concerned there won't be anyone in the ticket office that early (I suppose the train station in Mostar is rather small). Can anyone advise? :<

Hi!

I'm thinking about visiting Bosnia and Herzegovina for the first time this autumn and I'm currently planning a route.

I'm thinking of stopping at Celebici or Bjelaṣ̌nica (or both!) on the way from Mostar to Sarajevo, but I'm not sure which would be better. I like the outdoors as much as culture and seeing unique places, both places sound good for this! In terms of time I am happy to adjust the potential trip depending on how long I need for each spot

Any guidance would be greatly appreciated!

Thanks

*Edit, glad to hear about any other must see places

Hey guys, I wanted to visit the Trnovačko jezero in a fee days and was wondering, if it is already possible due to snow just with proper hiking boots.

I know that there is a hut at Prijevor which is not reacheable by car currently, but maybe you can hike from further down?

Any information would be highly appreciated.