Bosnia-Herzegovina Custom Tour Packages

Bosnian summers are warm, averaging a week above 90 F, while winters are cold and cloudy (Sarajevo hosted the 1984 Winter Olympics). We recommend visiting between mid-April and mid-June, or between early September and mid-October.

Bosnia has low crime rates, but beware of pickpockets in the center of Sarajevo, or on its public transport. If using a rental car, don't leave valuables in sight when leaving the car, and park in a hotel or public garage if possible. You're unlikely to see any, but if you venture away from the towns and cities out into the countryside and off marked trails in areas that saw conflict during the 90s, be vigilant for minefield warning signs. Mine-affected areas are well-marked with warning signs using the international symbol for mines, a skull and crossbones inside a red, upside-down triangle.

Bosnians are fond of spices, fortunately in moderation. Bosnians don’t believe in moderation, though, when it comes to meat! Beef and lamb are popular, in part due to Bosnia's largest Muslim population. Cevapi (AKA Cevapcici), a kebab made of minced lamb and beef, is omnipresent, and is served with yogurt and flatbread. If given the opportunity, try lamb roasted on a spit, a treat generally found in the countryside. Travelers who have been to Turkey or elsewhere in the Balkans will find much that looks familiar, but Bosnia is the homeland of a unique dessert: Tufahije. This delicacy is made of walnut-stuffed apples stewed in sugar water. Served in large glasses and topped with syrup and whipped cream, Tufahija is generally served with coffee.

Bosnians love their coffee, and make it strong and black. Homemade fruit brandy is also very common, often made from plums. Bosnian tap water is safe, and often high-quality.

Bosnia’s transportation infrastructure is generally in poor shape, and drivers charge affordable rates, so we recommend traveling via private transfer. While Bosnian trains were popular during the Yugoslav era, rail infrastructure was damaged in the 90s and has yet to fully recover. There are only a few daily trains leaving Sarajevo, including one daily train to Zagreb, which has spotty air conditioning, and two daily trains to Mostar.

Aside from the Tunnel Museum, most of Sarajevo’s attractions are in or adjacent to the old town, so you’re unlikely to use public transportation. Sarajevo is serviced by one of Europe's oldest streetcar systems. The capital's airport has few connections. We recommend using our airport transfers, as the airport's taxi drivers are known for scamming tourists. If you do take a taxi from the airport, try to get an idea of taxi rates in advance, and make sure you've agreed upon the rate before entering.

We recommend taking out Convertible Marks at bank ATMs.

Most museums are open daily, though some close on Mondays or Sundays. Stores are generally open daily, especially in tourist areas, but may have shorter hours on Sundays.