Herzegovina-Neretva Canton

Neighborhood Tours

Following pick-up from your hotel or apartment, depart Dubrovnik and travel by air-conditioned vehicle along the beautiful coast of Croatia. Head north along the coastal road and pass the pretty seaside villages of the Adriatic Sea. Get panoramic views of the Elaphiti Islands and stop for a coffee in the town of Neum. Wander the cobblestone streets of the bazaar on arrival and experience the city's multi-cultural and multi-faith vibe on almost every corner. Admire the slender minarets of the Middle Mosque and the ornate wooden balconies of the everyday houses. Enjoy some authentic food in one of the local restaurants before making your way to the Kravice Waterfalls. Marvel at the tufa cascades of the Trebižat River, and then depart In the late afternoon for the return trip to Dubrovnik.

Witness the Kravica Waterfalls, hidden in the forests of Bosnia-Herzegovina on a day tour. Visit the city of Mostar and learn the history of the region with a professional guide. Depart Dubrovnik and journey to the border of Croatia and Bosnia-Herzegovina. Continue to the small coastal town of Neum, admiring the pretty scenery of the Adriatic coast along the way. Arrive at the Kravica Waterfalls to see the tufa cascades of the River Trebižat drop 25 meters through the forest. In spring, witness the dramatic falls, while in summer and fall, enjoy a swim in the shallow pools. Drive to the historic city of Mostar to explore the old town and see the famous Old Bridge over the Neretva River. Take a short walking tour with a local guide and learn more about the town before enjoying free time.

Depart Dubrovnik and journey along the coast of the Adriatic Sea by luxury minibus. Stop for a coffee (at your own expense) in the seaside town of Neum, and then continue to the beautiful Kravica Waterfalls to marvel at the dramatic tufa cascades of the Trebižat River. Continue to the historic city of Mostar and take a guided walking tour on arrival to see sights such as the rebuilt 16th-century Stari Most (Old Bridge). Learn more about the city's cultural diversity and admire the minarets of the Cejvan Cehaj Mosque and Koski Mehmed Paša Mosque. Look inside the Turkish House (Kajtaz) to get an insight into what a traditional dwelling looked like and get some free time to explore and enjoy lunch at your own expense before the return journey to Dubrovnik.

Depart Dubrovnik and continue to the crystal-clear waterfalls of Kravice, formed by the Trebizat River and now under state protection. Experience the beautiful shades of green and untouched nature. Follow the path of the Neretva River en route to Mostar. Admire how the river enriches the land and see tangerine and kiwi plantations. Upon arrival in Mostar, discover a city of contrasts, rich in culture and divided by the waters of the river. Take a guided city tour and get some free time to explore alone to learn about the mix of eastern and western cultures. After your free time in Mostar, depart for Dubrovnik and be dropped off at your place.

Depart from Dubrovnik and set off for Mostar situated on the Neretva River. Admire 2 parts of the city connected by the Old Bridge that was built by the Ottomans in the 16th-century and is considered one of the most famous pieces of Islamic architecture in the Balkans. Discover how, in fact, Mostar itself got its name after the bridge keepers (mostari) who guarded the Old Bridge in the medieval ages. The Old Bridge stood for 427 years until it was destroyed in 1993 during the Yugoslav Wars. It was reconstructed by the year 2004 using the same stones. Next, stop at one of the greatest natural landmarks in the area, the Kravica Waterfall, located only 40 km from Mostar. This waterfalls has a high discharge in winter and spring, and at low discharge during the rest of the year, making it a great picnic and camping area. Finally, travel southwest of Mostar to Europe's third most important apparition site, where each year more than 1 million people visit, the Međugorje Sanctuary. Learn about how Međugorje literally means "between mountains". After reports of apparitions of The Virgin Mary to 6 local children, Međugorje became a popular Catholic pilgrimage site. People are very proud of their sanctuary, and community. At the end of the tour, return to Dubrovnik where you will be dropped off at your hotel.

In 1996, Počitelj was added to the list of the world’s 100 most endangered cultural heritage sites, by the World Monuments Watch – so definitely worth a visit. Your tour includes a 45 minute walk of this fortified town which contains a few scattered homes and cafes, a beautiful mosque, a tower and a citadel, surrounded by the remains of a city wall. Then you're off to the Blagaj Tekija which was built around 1520, with elements of Ottoman and Mediterranean style architecture. It is a national monument. Blagaj Tekke is a monastery that was built for the Dervish cults and lets you make it come alive for you - a fascinating stop! Mostar is famous for the impressive Ottoman–style bridge spanning the Neretva river which was destroyed during the war in Bosnia and Hertzegovina but subsequently rebuilt. There are still poignant reminders of the legacy of that war in the street art and damaged buildings to be found around the city, but you will also be impressed by the wonderful spirit of local people and its dramatic beauty. The buzz of the local bazaar offers a great shopping opportunity and you might be lucky enough to witness daredevil diving from the bridge during the season. There are shopping and eating opportunities throughout!!

Drive for 2 hours to reach Mostar. The world-famous Stari Most (Old Bridge) is Mostar's indisputable visual focus. Its pale stone arch magnificently throws back the golden glow of the sunset or the tasteful night-time floodlighting. The bridge's swooping stone arch was originally built between 1557 and 1566 on the orders of Suleyman the Magnificent. Situated on the Neretva River and the fifth-largest city in the country, Mostar was named after the bridge keepers (mostari) who guarded the Stari Most (Old Bridge) over the Neretva in medieval times. The Old Bridge, built by the Ottomans in the 16th century, is one of Bosnia and Herzegovina's most visited landmarks, and is considered an exemplary piece of Islamic architecture in the Balkans. Wonder at the sites and take in the rich cultural history of this city.  Visit a family home in the village of Hardomilje and experience a way of life which has changed very little over the generations and is based on organically grown food and homemade specialties. The Trebižat river is the perfect setting for a relaxing boat ride in a traditional wooden boat. You’ll see nature’s best from the banks, and hear about the old customs and traditions while having a drink. The pristine waters of the Trebizat River are home to brown trout and crabs and during the summer months, you’re more than welcome to go for a swim. After the boat ride, a local lunch is included with loads of homemade delicacies. After lunch, take a transfer to Dubrovnik.

Day 1: • Mostar to Medjugorje on the Trebižat River • Boat ride with Lunch The world-famous Stari Most, meaning 'old bridge,' is Mostar's indisputable visual focus. Its pale stone arch magnificently captures the golden glow of sunset or the tasteful evening floodlighting. The bridge's swooping stone arch was originally built between 1557 and 1566 on the orders of Suleyman the Magnificent. The Trebižat river is therefore the perfect setting for a relaxing boat ride in a traditional wooden boat. You'll see nature's best from the banks, hear about the old customs and traditions, all while having a drink. The pristine aquifer waters of the Trebizat River is home to brown trout and crabs, and during the summer months you're more than welcome to go for a swim. After the ride, enjoy a local lunch with many homemade delicacies. • The boat ride season runs from April 1 to November 1 Day 2:  • Hands on culinary tour Dating from the Roman times, the Ljubuski field has been a rich bread basket for the region. As a special treat, join a local family on a hands on culinary tour, which starts at the fields where you can pick the organically grown crops, and later take part in the cooking experience. Menus vary from traditional pies, for which you can roll your own dough, to the acclaimed iron dome Peka roast. All this food is complimented with rich side dishes, salads, and homemade brandies and wines.

First, discover the world-famous Stari Most (Old Bridge) - Mostar's indisputable visual focus. Its pale stone arch magnificently throws back the golden glow of sunset or the tasteful night-time floodlighting. Next, the Trebižat river is the perfect setting for a relaxing boat ride in a traditional wooden boat. You'll see nature's best from the banks, hear about the old customs and traditions while having a drink. The pristine aquafer waters of the Trebizat River are home to brown trout & crabs and during the summer months you're more than welcome to go for a swim. After the ride a local lunch is included with loads of homemade delicacies. Your guide and their family would then love to host you on a hands-on culinary tour which starts in the fields, where you pick the organically grown crops and become part of the cooking experience. Menus vary from traditional pies where you roll your own dough to the acclaimed iron dome Peka roast. All this food is complimented with rich side dishes, salads, homemade brandies, and wines.

Discover the cultural wonders of Mostar, Bosnia and Herzegovina on a full-day trip from Dubrovnik. The journey begins with pickup from Dubrovnik and heads along the coast, passing by Mokošica, Trsteno, and Slano. Turn inland and travel through Zavala, Ravno, Ljubinje, and Stolac before arriving in the beautiful city of Mostar. Take a guided tour of the town center, learn about its rich history, and see important landmarks and monuments as well as hidden gems. After the walking tour, learn how to make a traditional bread known as Somun. Next, visit a cozy coffee shop and discover how to prepare Bosnian coffee. For those who aren't coffee lovers, there are plenty of tasty mountain teas and fresh juices to enjoy instead. After working up an appetite in the workshops, head to a local restaurant for a delicious mixed platter of traditional dishes. At around 4:30 PM begin the return journey back to Dubrovnik, stopping for a 30-minute break in the medieval town of Počitelj along the way. Here, stroll around the charming streets, try freshly-squeezed pomegranate juice, and even take a 15-minute hike up to the fortress. Back on the road, admire the views and watch as the Adriatic Sea and surrounding mountain landscape is transformed with the colors of the sunset.