Sarajevo – Mostar – Zagreb
Bosnia and Herzegovina and Croatia
Sarajevo, the capital of Bosnia and Hercegovina
The city between the winds from the East and the winds from the
West. Among the modern skyscrapers rise slender minarets of
mosques, in the middle of which stands the magnificent Catholic
cathedral, near the Jewish synagogue and little sideways Orthodox
church and monastery. Life in the modern Sarajevo runs through the
wide avenues with tram line between many palaces and Olympic
facilities. In the heart of Sarajevo is the real Oriental atmosphere, the
famous Baščaršija.
Mostar, Bosnia and Hercegovina
The city of Mostar is situated in a beautiful valley bedded between
high mountains of Herzegovina. It is thanks to the river Neretva that
Mostar was able to develop as a city in the desert-like landscape of
Herzegovina. Neretva’s size turned Mostar very early in to a trading
centre of the region. What makes this city known is its famous bridge.
The Old Bridge was built by the Ottoman empire in 1565. It was the
great architect Mimar Hajrudin who had succeded with the impossible
mission to cross the Neretva river with a single span stone bridge.
Zagreb, the capital of Croatia
When the Croatian people achieved their independence in 1991,
Zagreb became a capital - a political and administrative centre for the
Republic of Croatia. Zagreb is also the hub of the business, academic,
cultural, artistic and sporting worlds in Croatia. Many famed scientists,
artists and athletes come from the city, or work in it. Zagreb can offer
its visitors the Baroque atmosphere of the Upper Town, picturesque
open-air markets, diverse shopping facilities, an abundant selection of
crafts and a choice vernacular cuisine. Zagreb is a city of green parks
and walks, with many places to visit in the beautiful surroundings. In
spite of the rapid development of the economy and transportation, it
has retained its charm, and a relaxed feeling that makes it a genuinely
human city.
Programme
Day 1: LJUBLJANA – SARAJEVO
Departure by bus in the early morning. Passing Zagreb, Slavonski Brod, Zenica to Sarajevo. Firstly we
will meet with the surveyors. Then we will take a panoramic city tour: buildings and Uzeir Momo
twins, Oslobođenje, Skenderija, Art academy, The National Theatre, the famous Vječnica ... Then we
will walk across the bridge of Principe to Carev mosque and to Baščaršija, where we will visit the GaziHusrev Begovo , Sahat kulo, bezistan, Kuršumlijo, Moriča-Han, the Cathedral, the Orthodox church.
In the afternoon we will have some time for strolling and shopping along the narrow streets of
Baščaršija or the tasting of typical Bosnian specialties.
Free time for lunch, independent sightseeing and shopping in Sarajevo.
Hotel accommodation and refreshment.
Upon request, dinner in the excellent Bosnian restaurant, where you can enjoy the authentic
delicacies and music.
Overnight.
Day 2: JABLANICA – MOSTAR – SARAJEVO
After breakfast we will continue the trip to Jablanica and Mostar. First we will stop in Jablanica,
famous for the great battle from the second World War on the river Neretva or so called "the battle
for the wounded". Then we will continue to the city of Mostar, which has a picturesque location at
the Neretva river. There we will visit the main sights: Sultan Sulejman Bridge, Old Bridge - 1993
demolished and reconstructed again, Karadoz - Begova mosque, Mehmed Pašina mosque. We will
take a stroll through the "kojundžiluku" and enjoy a real Turkish coffee, visit shops and stands.
Free time for lunch, independent sightseeing and shopping in Mostar.
Late afternoon return to Sarajevo.
Upon request, dinner at the hotel or in the national restaurant.
Overnight.
Day 3: SARAJEVO – ZAGREB – LJUBLJANA
After breakfast we will drive to the Sarajevo’s airport Butmir, where we will visit the tunnel Dobrinj.
During the Siege of Sarajevo during Bosnian War between 1992 and 1995, the Sarajevo Tunnel was
constructed by the besieged citizens of Sarajevo in order to link the city of Sarajevo, which was
entirely cut-off by Serbian forces, with the Bosnian-held territory on the other end of the supposedly
neutral area at the Sarajevo Airport controlled by the United Nations. The tunnel linked the Sarajevo
neighbourhoods of Dobrinja and Butmir.
In the early afternoon we will drive back to Ljubljana. Before entering Slovenia we will stop in the
capital city of Croatia, Zagreb. We will have a guided tour.
Free time for lunch, independent sightseeing and shopping in Zagreb.
Late evening return to Ljubljana.
DATE: Friday, 13 July 2012 to Sunday, 15 July 2012
PRICE: 159 EUR (minimum 40 persons)
PRICE INCLUDES: bus transportation, road taxes and fees, 2 nights accommodation with breakfast at
a 3*hotel, local sightseeings and admissions, arrangements and organization.