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Tešanj (Tesanj), Bosnia and Herzegovina


Tešanj (Tesanj) highlights

Known for fortress, historical center, viewpoint

Tešanj fortress is located in the town Tešanj, on the territory of Bosnia-Herzegovina. Tešanj fortress was built in the center of Tešanj, on a steep and rocky hill, along the river, and known from medieval and Ottoman times. Currently, Tešanj fortress is one of the most significant and biggest fortresses in Bosnia-Herzegovina.

You understand, it is impossible to see Bosnia and Herzegovina just in a couple of days. Come with us to explore Bosnia and Herzegovina in a 1-2 week road trip. We will pass Tešanj (Tesanj), along with other Bosnia and Herzegovina' attractions, to discover the soul of the country, its way of life, culture and traditions, food and drinks. Browse our tours passing Tešanj (Tesanj), or contact us directly for a custom tour in Bosnia and Herzegovina. By the way, we charge nothing for a custom itinerary. Contact us directly, let's plan all the details of your trip and get it done!


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Other places in Bosnia and Herzegovina that we are familiar with

Banja Luka - Known for fortress, museum, river, orthodox cathedral, islam mosque

Bihać (Bihac) - Known for museum, park, river

Blagaj - Known for architecture, bridge, cave, fortress, landmark, museum, river, viewpoint, islam monastery; monastery is a UNESCO Tentative List Site

Bobovac - Known for fortress, medieval old town, viewpoint

Bosnian Pyramids - Known for ancient settlement, landmark, museum, nature, park

Doboj - Known for fortress, historical center, museum

Dobrićevo (Dobricevo) - Known for orthodox monastery

Dobrun - Known for river, scenic road, viewpoint, orthodox monastery

Gradačac (Gradacac) - Known for architecture, castle, museum

Jablanica - Known for lake, landmark, monument, river

Jajce - Known for fortress, historical center, nature, park, river, waterfall; historical center is a UNESCO Tentative List Site

Ključ (Kljuc) - Known for fortress, viewpoint

Konjic - Known for bridge, river

Kraljeva Sutjeska - Known for historical center, museum, ruines, franciscan monastery

Kravica - Known for nature, park, river, viewpoint, waterfall

Livno - Known for nature, wildlife, islam mosque

Lukomir - Known for ethno village, viewpoint

Maglaj - Known for fortress, viewpoint, islam mosque

Martin Brod - Known for park, river, viewpoint, waterfall

Međugorje (Medjugorje) - Known for catholic pilgrimage center

Mogorjelo - Known for ancient settlement, archaeological site, nature

Mostar - Known for brewery, bridge, historical center, medieval old town, museum, river, franciscan monastery, islam mosque, orthodox cathedral; historical center is a UNESCO World Heritage Site

Neum - Known for coastal town, marina

Ostrovica - Known for castle

Ostrožac (Ostrozac) - Known for castle

Počitelj (Pocitelj) - Known for fortified town, fortress, medieval old town, viewpoint; medieval old town is a UNESCO Tentative List Site

Radimlja - Known for archaeological site; archaeological site is a UNESCO World Heritage Site

Sarajevo - Known for brewery, bridge, fortress, funicular, historical center, museum, park, river, viewpoint, catholic cathedral, orthodox cathedral, islam mosque; historical center is a UNESCO Tentative List Site

Šćit (Scit) - Known for museum, peninsula, franciscan monastery

Srebrenik - Known for castle, fortress

Stolac - Known for ancient megalites, fortress, river, viewpoint, waterfall; fortress is a UNESCO Tentative List Site

Travnik - Known for architecture, fortress, historical center, river

Trebinje - Known for bridge, medieval old town, museum, river, viewpoint, winery, orthodox cathedral, orthodox monastery

Tunnel of Hope - Known for museum, sightseeing

Tuzla - Known for lake

Tvrdoš (Tvrdos) - Known for winery, orthodox monastery

Una National Park - Known for nature, park, river, viewpoint, waterfall

Velika Kladuša (Velika Kladusa) - Known for fortress

Višegrad (Visegrad) - Known for bridge, river, tourist attraction; bridge is a UNESCO World Heritage Site

Vjetrenica - Known for cave; cave is a UNESCO World Heritage Site

Vranduk - Known for fortress, viewpoint

Zavala - Known for orthodox monastery





Last reviewed: 11 May 2024

Tešanj (Tesanj) description

The history of Tesanj dates back to the Bronze Age, with the fortress being built on a steep cliff above the Tesanjka river. The early foundation of the fortification was started by the Illyrians, and it was later expanded by the Romans, Slavs, and Ottomans. The fortress, known locally as Gradina, remains one of the biggest historical defensive fortifications in the country, with an area of 6,296 square meters.

During the Ottoman period, the fortress had a permanent Ottoman Army garrison, and in 1697, it was besieged for three days by Prince Eugene of Savoy, but it remained unconquered. The fortress has been primarily a defensive fortification, and its strategic location on a steep cliff provided a good defensive advantage against incoming forces.

The city of Tesanj has a rich cultural heritage, with a mix of Ottoman, Austro-Hungarian, and Yugoslav influences. The Serbian Orthodox Church in Tesanj has a fascinating history, with its construction financed not only by Orthodox believers but also by their Muslim neighbors. The church is home to one of the most valuable collections of icons in Bosnia-Herzegovina, which was preserved during both previous wars thanks to the citizens.

Tesanj is also proud of its literary heritage, being the final resting place of the renowned Bosnian writer Musa Cazim Catic. The city has a total of five national monuments, including Gazi Ferhad-bey's mosque, Eminagic estate, the Catholic church of St. Peter and Paul, and the Old Town of Tesanj as an architectural entity, as well as the building of the Grand Mufti's residence.

Despite its rich history and cultural heritage, Tesanj is often overlooked by tourists, who tend to visit more popular destinations in Bosnia-Herzegovina. However, the city has a lot to offer, from its impressive fortress to its beautiful Orthodox Church and literary heritage. Visitors to Tesanj are greeted with friendly, smiling people who are eager to share their knowledge and passion for the city's history and culture.

Tesanj is a hidden gem in Bosnia-Herzegovina, waiting to be discovered by curious travelers. The city's fortress, Gradina, is a must-visit attraction, with its imposing walls and towers offering breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside. Visitors can explore the fortress's tunnels, dormitories, and casemates, and learn about its rich history, including its resistance to Prince Eugene of Savoy's siege.

In addition to the fortress, Tesanj is home to a beautiful Serbian Orthodox Church, which boasts one of the most valuable collections of icons in Bosnia and Herzegovina. The church's construction is a testament to the city's cultural diversity, with both Orthodox and Muslim communities coming together to finance its building. Visitors can also pay their respects to the renowned Bosnian writer Musa Cazim Catic, who is buried in the city.

Tesanj's Old Town is another attraction not to be missed, with its narrow streets and historic buildings offering a glimpse into the city's rich cultural heritage. The city's bazaar is a great place to try local cuisine and shop for souvenirs, and the friendly locals are always happy to share their knowledge and passion for the city's history and culture. With its unique blend of history, culture, and natural beauty, Tesanj is a destination that is sure to leave a lasting impression on visitors.

Tešanj (Tesanj) related tours

We at Monterrasol Travel welcome you to see Tešanj (Tesanj) during multi-day private car tour. Contact us if you would like to customize your tour to Tešanj (Tesanj).

We have developed several private tours that visiting beautiful Tešanj (Tesanj). But, if you have a special conditions or any from these tours fit you, please do not hesitate to contact us, we can organize a tour exactly as you would like. We charge nothing for develop a custom itinerary. And remember, we have no problems to take you from almost any place where you stay, hotel or private accommodation.


All seasons 6 days Bosnia exploring tour from Mostar. Medieval land of Bosnia: nature, scenic roads, old towns and monasteries.

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6 days

Price from € 1,098

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tour starts in: Mostar, Bosnia and Herzegovina

tour finishes in: Mostar, Bosnia and Herzegovina

tour duration: 6 days (5 nights)

tour countries: Bosnia and Herzegovina

tour destinations: Banja Luka, Blagaj, Doboj, Jajce, Ljubačke doline, Maglaj, Radimlja, Sarajevo, Tešanj, Travnik, Trebinje, Tvrdoš, Višegrad, Vjetrenica, Zavala, Šćit

All seasons 6 days Bosnia-Herzegovina exploring tour from Mostar. Visit the most important places of the medieval land of Bosnia-Herzegovina.

With this tour we going to see historical town Blagaj with dervish monastery (tekija) built around 1520; visit archaeological site Radimlja with carved gravestones (UNESCO World Heritage Site); walk in Vjetrenica Cave (UNESCO Tentative List Site), Bosnia's largest and most important cave, and see a unique and totally endemic animal, so-called human fish; close to the cave we will see small Orthodox monastery Zavala, partially located in cave; end of the day we will come to Trebinje, to see its cathedral and have good dinner in local restaurant that also serve wine from its own vineyard.

The tour will continue with visiting Tvrdos monastery, learn why this monastery is so important for all local people, and taste its famous wines; next, we will take a picturesque road to Visegrad, small town almost on the border with Serbia, to its beautiful Ottoman-era bridge (UNESCO World Heritage Site) and modern time tourist attraction called Andricgrad, produced by famous film director Emir Kusturica. At the end of this day we will come to Sarajevo, the capital of Bosnia-Herzegovina. In Sarajevo, we will spend a whole day to see the Tunnel of Hope, walk in historical center, see cathedral, mosques, old market, and finish Sarajevo tour with panoramic view of whole city from the hill we come by funicular.

From Sarajevo, we will take a road to fortress Travnik, after visit fortrees Maglaj, and will come to Doboj. In Doboj, we need to see Doboj fortrees, and on the way to Banja Luka to see another attraction, the Tesanj fortress. In Banja Luka, we need to see historical center, cathedral, and fortress. On the way back to Mostar we will visit ethnic village where a private collector store 200 years original village houses from different regions; visit town Jajce to see waterfall, fortress, and cute small wooden watermills. We will also see Scit monastery located on tiny peninsula at the middle of beautiful lake.



Bosnia off-the-beaten-path 6 days circle tour from Sarajevo. Year-round explore medieval fortresses, ethno villages, historical landmarks.

all seasons tour

6 days

Price from € 1,119

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tour starts in: Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina

tour finishes in: Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina

tour duration: 6 days (5 nights)

tour countries: Bosnia and Herzegovina

tour destinations: Banja Luka, Doboj, Etno avlija Mačkovac, Jajce, Ljubačke doline, Srebrenik, Tešanj, Travnik, Tunnel of Hope, Tuzla

Day 1. We depart Sarajevo and travel to the Tunnel of Hope Museum, a poignant underground passage used during the city's siege in the 1990s. We then journey to Etno Avlija Mackovac, a charming traditional ethno-village that offers insight into rural Bosnian life and architecture. After that, we will come to Tuzla for accommodation.

Day 2. After staying in Tuzla, we travel to Srebrenik to explore its imposing medieval fortress, one of the best-preserved in the country with origins dating to the 14th century. We then continue to Doboj to visit its historic fortress, a strategic stronghold rebuilt in the early 15th century, overlooking the city. Our accommodation for the night is in Doboj.

Day 3. After staying in Doboj, we travel to Tesanj to explore its well-preserved Ottoman-era fortress, which dominates the old town. We then proceed to Banja Luka to see the grand Cathedral of Christ the Savior, a modern Serbian Orthodox church. We explore the historic Kastel Fortress and visit the city's famous brewery. We will stay in Banja Luka.

Day 4. After an overnight in Banja Luka, we travel to the unique cultural site of Ljubacke doline, an ethno-village showcasing traditional Bosnian architecture. We then continue to Jajce to enjoy the tranquility of its scenic town park. Our accommodation for the night is in Jajce.

Day 5. After staying in Jajce, we explore the town's unique natural wonder, the Jajce waterfall, where the Pliva River plunges directly into the Vrbas. We visit the historic medieval fortress, stroll through its charming historical center (UNESCO Tentative List Site), and see a local monastery. We stay another night in Jajce.

Day 6. After 2 nights in Jajce, we travel to Travnik to explore its imposing medieval fortress, originally built in the 14th century and later expanded by the Ottomans, and enjoy a final stroll along the Lasva River. We then complete our circle and return to Sarajevo.



Bosnia year-round discovery 7 days tour from Sarajevo. Travel medieval Bosnia off the beaten path.

all seasons tour

7 days

Price from € 1,303

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tour starts in: Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina

tour finishes in: Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina

tour duration: 7 days (6 nights)

tour countries: Bosnia and Herzegovina

tour destinations: Banja Luka, Blagaj, Doboj, Jajce, Konjic, Ljubačke doline, Međugorje, Mostar, Podrumi Andrija, Radimlja, Stolac, Tešanj, Tunnel of Hope, Vranduk, Šćit

Day 1. We depart Sarajevo and travel to the Tunnel of Hope Museum, a poignant underground passage from the 1990s siege. We then journey to the medieval town of Vranduk to explore its compact and well-preserved 14th-century fortress on the Bosna River. After that, we will come to Doboj for accommodation.

Day 2. After staying in Doboj, we explore the city's historic fortress, a strategic stronghold originally built in the 13th century and later rebuilt by the Ottomans. We then travel to Tesanj to see its impressive Ottoman-era castle dominating the old town. Our journey continues to Banja Luka for a visit to the city's famous brewery. We will stay in Banja Luka.

Day 3. After an overnight in Banja Luka, we travel to the unique cultural site of Ljubacke doline, an ethno-village showcasing traditional Bosnian architecture. We return to Banja Luka to see the grand Cathedral of Christ the Savior, a modern Serbian Orthodox church, and explore the historic Kastel Fortress. We stay another night in Banja Luka.

Day 4. After 2 nights in Banja Luka, we travel to Jajce to explore the town's unique waterfall, where the Pliva River plunges into the Vrbas. We stroll through its charming historical center (UNESCO Tentative List Site) and relax in its scenic park. Afterwards, we will come to Bugojno for accommodation.

Day 5. After staying in Bugojno, we travel to Scit to visit its serene Franciscan (Roman Catholic) monastery, a key spiritual and cultural center, and its insightful museum. Our journey continues south to the iconic city of Mostar to explore its famous historical center (UNESCO World Heritage Site) and the reconstructed 16th-century Stari Most (Old Bridge). We will stay in Mostar.

Day 6. After an overnight in Mostar, we travel to the remarkable medieval stećci (tombstone) necropolis at Radimlja (UNESCO World Heritage Site) from the 15th-16th centuries. We then visit the ancient hilltop fortress at Stolac (UNESCO Tentative List Site). We enjoy a tasting at the Podrumi Andrija winery before visiting the Roman Catholic pilgrimage center of Medjugorje. After that, we will return to Mostar for accommodation.

Day 7. After staying in Mostar, we take a short drive to Blagaj to visit the stunning Dervish monastery (Tekija) (UNESCO Tentative List Site), a 16th-century Sufi (Islamic) retreat at the source of the Buna River. We then begin our return to Sarajevo, stopping in Konjic to see its iconic Old Stone Bridge from the 17th century before arriving back in the capital.



All seasons 9 days Bosnia discovery non-touristy places tour from Tuzla. Explore Medieval land of Bosnia by off the beaten path travel.

all seasons tour

9 days

Price from € 1,711

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tour starts in: Tuzla, Bosnia and Herzegovina

tour finishes in: Tuzla, Bosnia and Herzegovina

tour duration: 9 days (8 nights)

tour countries: Bosnia and Herzegovina

tour destinations: Blagaj, Bosnian Pyramids, Doboj, Jajce, Kravica, Međugorje, Mostar, Počitelj, Radimlja, Sarajevo, Srebrenik, Stolac, Tešanj, Travnik, Trebinje, Tvrdoš, Šćit

All seasons 9 days discovery tour over Bosnia-Herzegovina from Tuzla. Visit this medieval land and see old towns, fortresses and monasteries. Think on this tour as good example off the beaten path travel, out of touristy areas, and safer to take in current situation.

During this tour we going to visit medieval fortresses Srebrenik, Doboj, Tesanj, Jajce, Travnik, and Stolac, old town Jajce, historical center of Mostar (UNESCO World Heritage site) and its famous bridge, visit Radimlja (UNESCO World Heritage site) with unique carved tombstones, visit calm sunny town Trebinje with its cute historical center, beautiful river, Ottoman bridge and hilly cathedral, silent Tvrdos monastery with old winery and taste its white, rose, and red wines, walk in streets of medieval fortified town Pocitelj, enjoy Stolac hilly fortress, wonder on beauty of Kravica waterfalls, walk streets of multicultural Sarajevo, and wonder on the beauty of Bosnian nature all the time.



All seasons 11 days Bosnia discovery non-touristy tour from Sarajevo. Off the beaten path travel to Medieval land of Bosnia.

all seasons tour

11 days

Price from € 2,031

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tour starts in: Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina

tour finishes in: Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina

tour duration: 11 days (10 nights)

tour countries: Bosnia and Herzegovina

tour destinations: Banja Luka, Blagaj, Bosnian Pyramids, Doboj, Jajce, Kravica, Ljubačke doline, Međugorje, Mogorjelo, Mostar, Počitelj, Radimlja, Stolac, Tešanj, Travnik, Trebinje, Tvrdoš, Vjetrenica, Vranduk, Zavala, Šćit

We invite you to come with us to explore Bosnia-Herzegovina with our year-round, 11 days discovery tour over Bosnia-Herzegovina from Sarajevo. Come to explore this medieval land and see medieval fortresses, old towns, and Orthodox monasteries. Take this tour as a good example of off-beaten-path travel, a conscious way to travel where you are more mindful of your journey and gain a deeper awareness of the country.

At the beginning of this tour, we are going to walk through the historical center of Sarajevo, both East and West parts. On the next day, we will take a ride in the Sarajevo funicular to see the whole city from a mountain. Next, on the same day, we will visit the Sarajevo Tunnel (called the Tunnel of Hope), an important reminder of the Sarajevo siege. 

On the way to the medieval fortress Travnik, we will visit a controversial place called the Bosnian Pyramids. The next day, we will see Travnik and Vranduk fortresses and come to sleep in the city Doboj. In Doboj, we will see a local cute fortress, and before arriving in Banja Luka, the main city of Republica Srbska, we will visit the medieval Tesanj fortress.

After our stay in Banja Luka, we will come to see the ethnic village Ljubacke doline with cute rural houses carefully stored here, visit the town Jajce to see its waterfall, fortress, and famous small old wooden watermills, and before arriving in Mostar, we will visit the monastery Scit and its ethnographic museum located on a thin peninsula in the middle of a beautiful lake.

In Mostar (UNESCO World Heritage site), we are going to walk its historical center, learn about the history of this beautiful town, and, of course, stay on the famous Mostar Bridge. From Mostar, we will visit several places in its vicinity: the Dervish monastery Blagaj, located under a cliff with the source of crystal-clean water from the Buna River; the medieval town, Pocitelj (ranked as an open-air museum); the Catholic pilgrimage center Medjugorje; the amazing Kravica waterfalls; and the real Roman Villa Rustica, established as an agricultural estate in the 4th century AD.

On the way to Trebinje, we will see the archaeological site Radimlja (UNESCO World Heritage site) with medieval carved tombstones, the hilly fortress Stolac, the beautiful Vjetrenica cave, and Zavala monastery, partially located in a cave. Close to Trebinje, we will visit the Orthodox monastery Tvrdos, famous for its old wine cellars, where we can try their award-winning white, rose, and red wines. We will take the road back to Sarajevo, which will pass partially through Sutjeska National Park.



All seasons 12 days Bosnia discovery non-touristy tour from Mostar. Off the beaten path travel to Medieval land of Bosnia.

all seasons tour

12 days

Price from € 2,099

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tour starts in: Mostar, Bosnia and Herzegovina

tour finishes in: Mostar, Bosnia and Herzegovina

tour duration: 12 days (11 nights)

tour countries: Bosnia and Herzegovina

tour destinations: Banja Luka, Blagaj, Bosnian Pyramids, Doboj, Jajce, Kravica, Ljubačke doline, Međugorje, Počitelj, Radimlja, Sarajevo, Stolac, Tešanj, Travnik, Trebinje, Tvrdoš, Vjetrenica, Zavala, Šćit

We welcome you to come with us to discover the beautiful Balkan country Bosnia-Herzegovina. Travel with us on our all seasons 12 days discovery tour over Bosnia-Herzegovina from Mostar. We are going to visit many places in this medieval land and see old towns, fortresses, and monasteries. This tour is a good example of off-beaten-path travel, out of modern touristy areas and common destinations.

We will start this tour by visiting Blagaj, known for its historical tekija (historic Sufi monastery with a mausoleum and old Turkish bath) built around 1520 on the cliffs by the water. The tekija is located under the cliff, near the cave, which is the source of the Buna river with amazing crystal-clear water. The same day later, we're going to take a walking tour of Mostar historical center (UNESCO World Heritage Site) and learn interesting details from Mostar history.

The next day will bring us to the medieval town Pocitelj, known as an open-air museum, with a great panoramic view all over the valley and river from the old Ottoman's fort. After, we will come to see beautiful Kravica waterfalls, and later we will come to Medjugorje to learn how this small village became an important Catholic pilgrimage center.

On the way from Mostar to Trebinje, we will visit the Radimlja archaeological site with unique carved tombstones (UNESCO World Heritage site), climb to the medieval fortress Stolac, visit the beautiful Vjetrenica cave, and visit the small Zavala monastery located partially in a cave. In Trebinje, we will learn about the history of this town and the whole region, visit the famous Tvrdos monastery, and try local red, white, and rose wine from the monastery's cellars.

From Trebinje, the road will take us to the capital, multicultural Sarajevo. We will walk the historical center, learn about the history of this very interesting town, visit the so-called Tunnel of Hope, and see why it was so important for the people of Sarajevo during the siege.

The tour will continue with a visit to the controversial place called the Bosnian Pyramids, and the Ottoman fortress Travnik later the same day. In town Doboj, we will visit another fortress, and on the way from Doboj to Banja Luka, we will come to see the great and important medieval fortress Tesanj.

In Banja Luka, we will walk the historical center, see the cathedral and walls of the fortress, and have dinner at a local brewery. Going out from Banja Luka, we will see an interesting ethnic village, and the same day we will come to the medieval town Jajce, famous for its waterfall, fortress, and amazing, cute small watermills made of wood. From Jajce, before returning to Mostar, we will come to Scit, located on a tiny peninsula, to see a Franciscan monastery and a very good ethnographic museum.



All seasons 12 days tour across Bosnia from Tivat. Explore the best in Bosnia include UNESCO town Mostar.

all seasons tour

12 days

Price from € 2,114

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tour starts in: Tivat, Montenegro

tour finishes in: Tivat, Montenegro

tour duration: 12 days (11 nights)

tour countries: Bosnia and Herzegovina

tour destinations: Banja Luka, Blagaj, Bosnian Pyramids, Doboj, Gradačac, Jajce, Kravica, Ljubačke doline, Maglaj, Međugorje, Mogorjelo, Mostar, Počitelj, Radimlja, Sarajevo, Srebrenik, Stolac, Tešanj, Travnik, Trebinje, Tvrdoš, Višegrad, Vjetrenica, Vranduk, Zavala, Šćit

Explore main attractions in Bosnia-Herzegovina with all seasons 12 days tour. We will pick you up in Tivat, a coastal town with an airport, in southwest Montenegro. This tour is particularly interesting for travelers without Schengen Visa.

With this tour we will visit medieval towns and Ottoman fortresses, Orthodox monasteries, explore historical centers of few famous towns, try local food specialties and wine, try local made craft beer, visit several museums, few outskirt parks with rivers, beautiful waterfalls, Ottoman bridges, an ethno village with 200 year old original houses, UNESCO archaeological site, famous pilgrimage center, and enjoy scenic valley and hills roads all across the Bosnia-Herzegovina.



Balkans castles tour 13 days. Visit 17 castles & fortresses in Hungary, Croatia, Bosnia. All seasons cultural tour across 3 countries.

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13 days

Price from € 4,358

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tour starts in: Budapest, Hungary

tour finishes in: Budapest, Hungary

tour duration: 13 days (12 nights)

tour countries: Bosnia and Herzegovina, Croatia, Hungary

tour destinations: Banja Luka, Bory, Doboj, Dubovac, Gradačac, Keszthely, Ključ, Medvedgrad, Ostrovica, Ostrožac, Ozora, Siklós, Srebrenik, Szigliget, Sümeg, Tešanj, Trakošćan, Varaždin, Velika Kladuša, Veliki Tabor, Zagreb

Balkans castles tour in 13 days. With this tour we going to visit 5 castles located in Hungary, 5 castles located in Croatia, together with historical center of Zagreb, and 3 castles and 4 fortresses in Bosnia & Herzegovina. Most of the sites are national monuments in own countries. Most of them dated back to 15-16 centuries and everyone have rich history.



All seasons 15 days Bosnia discovery non-touristy cultural tour from Sarajevo. Off the beaten path travel to Medieval land of Bosnia.

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15 days

Price from € 2,852

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tour starts in: Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina

tour finishes in: Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina

tour duration: 15 days (14 nights)

tour countries: Bosnia and Herzegovina

tour destinations: Banja Luka, Bihać, Blagaj, Bosnian Pyramids, Doboj, Jajce, Ključ, Kravica, Ljubačke doline, Martin Brod, Međugorje, Mogorjelo, Mostar, Počitelj, Radimlja, Srebrenik, Stolac, Tešanj, Travnik, Trebinje, Tvrdoš, Vjetrenica, Zavala, Štrbački buk, Šćit

Come with us to discover Bosnia-Herzegovina with our all seasons 15 days in-depth cultural discovery tour from Sarajevo. Get to know this medieval land with its Ottoman towns, medieval fortresses, monasteries, parks and waterfalls. Think on this tour as good example off the beaten path travel, out of touristy areas but in-depth cultural.

During this tour we going to visit historical center of town Mostar (UNESCO World Heritage Site) and stay on famous Mostar bridge, climb narrow streets of fortified town Pocitelj served as open-air museum, walk in medieval fortresses Doboj, Srebrenik, Travnik, Jajce and Tesanj, see the ethnographic museum of Bosnia's village life, meet the capital of Republica Serbska entity the city Banja Luka and its fortress and cathedral, see the historical center and siege museum in Sarajevo.

We will see controversial Bosnian Pyramids and learn why around this place so many disputes, we will visit Vjetrenica natural cave (UNESCO World Heritage Site) with unique animal called human fish, wonder on beauty of Kravica waterfalls, walk in Una national park close to waterfalls Martin Brod and Strbacki Buk, and see real Roman villa Rustica, established as agricultural estate in 4th century AD.

We will visit calm sunny town Trebinje and taste real white, rose, and red Herzegovina wines from cellars of silent Tvrdos monastery and understand why Tvrdos wine is so famouns, see Zavala monastery partially located in cave and with great viewpoint over, archaeological site Radimlja (UNESCO World Heritage Site) with medieval carved gravestones, enjoy hilly Ottoman fortress Stolac, visit Medjugorje pilgrimage center and Blagaj Dervish monastery.

All days of this tour we will enjoy the beauty of Bosnia-Herzegovina nature, enjoy scenic roads, and wonder how all that was saved nowadays. Also, we can extend this tour for one more day for unique experience, watch a herd of real wild horses, maybe last in Europe (subject of time of year).



Bosnia medieval land discovery 17 days all seasons off the beaten path tour. Non-touristy medieval towns, castles, monasteries, UNESCO places cultural tour from Sarajevo.

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17 days

Price from € 3,283

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tour starts in: Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina

tour finishes in: Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina

tour duration: 17 days (16 nights)

tour countries: Bosnia and Herzegovina

tour destinations: Banja Luka, Bihać, Blagaj, Bosnian Pyramids, Doboj, Jajce, Ključ, Kravica, Ljubačke doline, Martin Brod, Međugorje, Mogorjelo, Mostar, Ostrožac, Počitelj, Radimlja, Srebrenik, Stolac, Tešanj, Travnik, Trebinje, Tvrdoš, Višegrad, Vjetrenica, Vranduk, Zavala, Štrbački buk, Šćit

We welcome you to discover medieval land of Bosnia-Herzegovina, country in Balkans region of Europe. This cultural all seasons 17 days tour will start in the capital of the country, multicultural city Sarajevo. During this tour we will visit medieval towns, castles and fortresses of kings, ancient monasteries and UNESCO places. This tour should be considered as Balkans cultural tour visited non-touristy places and is great example European off the beaten path travel.

During this tour we going to visit these notable places: medieval old town Jajce and its fortress, historical center of town Mostar (UNESCO site) and stay on famous Mostar bridge, will walk in medieval fortresses Vranduk, Doboj, Tesanj, Travnik and Srebrenik, visit calm sunny town Trebinje, stay silent in Tvrdos monastery and Zavala monastery, refresh in Vjetrenica natural cave, walk streets of fortified town Pocitelj, enjoy Stolac hilly fortress, wonder on beauty of Kravica waterfalls and pass the beauty of Bosnia-Herzegovina nature all days.



All seasons 17 days Bosnia discovery non-touristy places tour from Tuzla. Explore Medieval land of Bosnia by off the beaten path travel.

all seasons tour

17 days

Price from € 3,312

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tour starts in: Tuzla, Bosnia and Herzegovina

tour finishes in: Tuzla, Bosnia and Herzegovina

tour duration: 17 days (16 nights)

tour countries: Bosnia and Herzegovina

tour destinations: Banja Luka, Bihać, Blagaj, Bosnian Pyramids, Doboj, Jajce, Ključ, Kravica, Livno, Ljubačke doline, Martin Brod, Međugorje, Mogorjelo, Mostar, Počitelj, Radimlja, Sarajevo, Srebrenik, Stolac, Tešanj, Travnik, Trebinje, Tvrdoš, Una National Park, Višegrad, Vjetrenica, Vranduk, Zavala, Štrbački buk, Šćit

We welcome you to travel all across Bosnia-Herzegovina with our all seasons 17 days discovery tour starting from Tuzla. Visit the medieval land of Bosnia-Herzegovina and see old towns, fortresses and monasteries, as well as most of the existing UNESCO World Heritage sites. This tour is a good example of off the beaten path travel, out of touristy areas, and still in Europe.

During this tour, we are going to visit several medieval fortresses: Srebrenik, Doboj, Tesanj, Banja Luka, Kljuc, Jajce, Stolac, Travnik, and Vranduk. We will come to see wonders of nature, waterfalls Strbacki Buk, Martin Brod, and Kravica. We will pass small roads across National Parks Una and Sutjeska. We will visit medieval towns Jajce, Blagaj, Pocitelj, Stolac, and Visegrad. We will stay on bridges from the Ottoman era in Visegrad, Mostar, and Trebinje.

The whole tour will open for you the history and nature of the medieval land of Bosnia-Herzegovina. You will learn local traditions, see museums and monasteries, try local food and drinks, and will remember this tour full of unexpected positive impressions.



Year round Bosnia medieval land extended 19 days tour from Sarajevo. Off the beaten path cultural tour through medieval towns, fortresses, monasteries, waterfalls.

all seasons tour

19 days

Price from € 3,688

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tour starts in: Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina

tour finishes in: Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina

tour duration: 19 days (18 nights)

tour countries: Bosnia and Herzegovina

tour destinations: Banja Luka, Bihać, Blagaj, Doboj, Dobrun, Jajce, Ključ, Kravica, Ljubačke doline, Martin Brod, Međugorje, Mogorjelo, Mostar, Ostrožac, Počitelj, Radimlja, Srebrenik, Stolac, Tešanj, Travnik, Trebinje, Tvrdoš, Una National Park, Višegrad, Vjetrenica, Vranduk, Štrbački buk, Šćit

We welcome you to visit a medieval land of Bosnia-Herzegovina with our year round extended 19 days tour. This cultural all seasons tour will start in the capital of the country, multicultural city Sarajevo. During this tour we will explore the Bosnia-Herzegovina, a country in the Balkans region of Europe.

We will visit medieval towns, castles and fortresses of local kings and rulers, UNESCO sites, ancient monasteries, and old bridges from Ottoman era. We will walk in beautiful park with rivers of crystal clean water and amazing waterfalls. You can consider this tour as Balkans off-the-beaten-path in-depth cultural tour, and as great example European non-touristy travel.

During this tour we going to visit these notable sites: the capital of Bosnia-Herzegovina multicultural city Sarajevo, historical center of town Mostar (UNESCO site) and stay on famous Mostar bridge, medieval old town Jajce and its fortress, medieval fortresses Vranduk, Doboj, Tesanj, Travnik, Stolac, Jajce, and Srebrenik, visit calm sunny town Trebinje, silent Tvrdos monastery and its wine cellar, refresh in Vjetrenica natural cave, walk streets of fortified town Pocitelj, wonder on beauty of Kravica waterfalls and pass the beauty of Bosnia-Herzegovina nature all days.



Explore Bosnia +Montenegro in all seasons 20 days tour from Sarajevo. UNESCO sites, fortresses and medieval towns of two Balkans countries.

all seasons tour

20 days

Price from € 4,149

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tour starts in: Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina

tour finishes in: Tivat, Montenegro

tour duration: 20 days (19 nights)

tour countries: Bosnia and Herzegovina, Montenegro

tour destinations: Banja Luka, Blagaj, Bosnian Pyramids, Budva, Dajbabe, Doboj, Gradačac, Jajce, Ključ, Kotor, Kravica, Ljubačke doline, Međugorje, Mogorjelo, Mostar, Nikšić, Perast, Podgorica, Počitelj, Radimlja, Risan, Srebrenik, Stari Bar, Stolac, Tešanj, Travnik, Trebinje, Tvrdoš, Vjetrenica, Vranduk, Zavala, Šćit

We welcome you to explore 2 Balkans countries, Bosnia-Herzegovina and Montenegro, with our all seasons 20 days tour from Sarajevo. In both countries, with this tour we will visit all the most important attractions.

In Bosnia-Herzegovina, we will see are of Bosnian Pyramids, medieval fortresses Vranduk, Doboj, Srebrenik, Gradacac, Kljuc, Maglaj, Tesanj, Jajce. We will be in few museums, visit an ethno village, walks historical centers of medieval towns, visit monasteries in Zavala, Tvrdos and Scit, see cathedrals in Banja Luka and Trebinje, spend evening in winery, walks in parks and see waterfalls. We will see UNESCO World Heritage site town Mostar and UNESCO World Heritage site archaeological site Radimlja.

In Montenegro, we going to see cave monastery Dajbabe, Venetian towns Budva and Kotor (UNESCO World Heritage site), picturesque coastal village Perast, mosaic in Risan, abandoned medieval town in Bar.



Croatia castles + Bosnia medieval fortresses 27 days tour. Balkans UNESCO sites on roadtrip from Zagreb via Adriatic coast and Bosnia land.

off-season only tour

27 days

Price from € 9,094

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tour starts in: Zagreb, Croatia

tour finishes in: Zagreb, Croatia

tour duration: 27 days (26 nights)

tour countries: Bosnia and Herzegovina, Croatia

tour destinations: Banja Luka, Blagaj, Doboj, Dubovac, Dubrovnik, Jajce, Klis, Ključ, Kravica, Labin, Loreto, Maglaj, Morosini, Mostar, Nehaj, Ostrožac, Počitelj, Pula, Rijeka, Rovinj, Sarajevo, Skrivanat, Slano, Sokolac, Solin, Split, Ston, Tešanj, Trebinje, Trogir, Trsteno, Tvrdoš, Velika Kladuša, Vjetrenica, Vranduk, Zadar, Zavala, Šibenik

Explore 2 famous Balkans countries Croatia and Bosnia-Herzegovina. Extended Balkans round trip via UNESCO sites of Adriatic coast of Croatia and venetian towns of Dalmatian Riviera. Meet medieval towns, fortresses and monasteries of Bosnia-Herzegovina.




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