The Hybrid Tours 

Travel like you've never done before with unique immersive experiences

Here's what one of our guests had to say about us:

"The trip to Bosnia was one of my favorite experiences ever. I got to explore the country, its diverse people, complicated history, and delicious food so well within just a few days. You will meet people who went through unspeakable pain but you will also get to relax and laugh lots along the way. The incredible and loving people who organise the trip are dedicated to the fullest and it feels more like you’re hanging out with old friends! Don’t think too much just sign up, it’s worth every penny!"

Bosnia and Herzegovina is the country that inspired us to found a travel company! Here's what you can expect:

Trip Highlights

Mostar - Stolac - Sarajevo – Srebrenica – Jajce - Travnik

4* accommodation throughout the trip, including a unique hotel that's part of a UNESCO World Heritage site. 500 years old!

Cultural Immersion meetings with locals

Going off-the-beaten path and 

You will be picked up from the airport and driven to your 4* hotel in Sarajevo. This is a day off meant for you to rest after your flight, and get ready for an early morning start the next day.

Overnight in Sahat Hotel, Sarajevo

For your first full day, you'll exploring Jajce, where you'll be greeted by the stunning 22-meter waterfall where the Pliva River meets the Vrbas River—perfect for some amazing photos. After that, explore the Royal Fortress and stroll through the Mlincici complex with its charming old water mills. A visit to the Pliva springs and the unique Katakombe Museum rounds out your time in this historic town.

On your way to Jajce, we're taking a break in Travnik, a town that feels like a step back in time to the Ottoman period. With its well-preserved mosques, traditional houses, and fountains, Travnik is a great spot to soak in some Bosnian culture.

Note:

• Entrance fee to the Jajce waterfall – 5€ (not included)

Meals: Breakfast 

Overnight in Sarajevo

After breakfast, we’ll begin bright and early with a short drive to the Tunnel of Hope (tickets included). This structure is what allowed Sarajevans to be able to survive during the longest siege in modern history. After a guided tour of the tunnel, we'll be making our way back to Sarajevo where we'll be hosting lunch. You’ll be able to try burek, a Bosnian delicacy. Vegetarian options are available.

After lunch, we'll go on a guided tour of Bosnia’s beautiful capital city Sarajevo, a city steeped in medieval and modern history. Our expert local guide will walk you through the cobblestone streets of the historic Baščaršija area of Sarajevo.

In the evening, you will have some free time to explore the city and its traditional handmade stalls and bakeries. This will be a great opportunity to purchase locally-made gifts and souvenirs to take home with you.

Meals: Breakfast and lunch.

Overnight in Sarajevo

On our fourth day, we’ll visit the memorial site of Srebrenica-Potocari, where 8,372 Muslim men and boys were murdered in July 1995 as a result of sustained fascist and ethnonational propaganda spread by Serb nationalists. 

Despite frequently being overlooked by media outlets in their coverage of the invasion of Ukraine, the Srebrenica Genocide was the worst atrocity to take place on European soil since WW2.

The extensive use of propaganda during the war in Bosnia dehumanised and painted the Bosniak (Bosnian Muslim) population as an ‘incompatible other’. By visiting the memorial site you’re taking part in a necessary effort to learn the importance of combating hate and preserving the stories of survivors and victims for future generations. 

Meals included: Breakfast 

Overnight in Sarajevo

We'll be leaving the Bosnia part of Bosnia and Herzegovina and start making our way down south. We’ll spend the day in the beautiful town of Stolac learning more about the history of the city and how conditions were during the Bosnian War, including visiting a traditional home!

The necropolis in Radimlja, one of the most valuable monuments of the medieval period in Bosnia and Herzegovina, and the ancient citadel of Daorson are just two of the unique historical pearls that we will explore in Stolac.

In the afternoon, we’ll visit Pocitelj. Here you’ll be able to visit the historic fortress and learn about the aggression the village was subjected to by Croatian nationalists during the Bosnian war.

Later in the day, we’ll be making our way to Mostar for the evening. 

Meals included: Breakfast

Overnight in Mostar

This morning we’ll explore the beautiful old town of Mostar, this will include walking over the historic Stari Most! As you walk across the cobbled streets and make your way to Mostar’s famous landmarks, our local Bosnian guide will be sharing stories from the Siege of Mostar and how people in the city survived during the Bosnian Genocide. 

You can also visit the Koski-Mehmed Pasha’s Mosque. Built in 1618 and rebuilt after the war where you will have the opportunity to climb the minaret for sweeping views of Stari Most and Mostar (tickets for the mosque and minaret will be self-funded).

In the afternoon, we’ll explore the Dervish Lodge located in picturesque Blagaj (tickets included). You’ll have the opportunity to enjoy some afternoon coffee or tea against a backdrop of the crystalline waters of the Buna River.

Once you’ve enjoyed Blagaj to your heart’s content, we’ll head back to Mostar for the night.

Meals included: Breakfast

Overnight in Mostar. Kriva Cuprija Hotel or equivalent

Start your day with a hands-on cooking class where you'll dive into the flavors of Bosnia and Herzegovina cuisine. Learn to prepare traditional dishes, using local ingredients and techniques passed down through generations. Enjoy the fruits of your labor as you savor the meal you've created.

In the afternoon, you'll have the opportunity to meet with survivors of the war that happened in Mostar to hear their powerful stories. This intimate session offers a chance to understand the impact of the war on the city and its people, providing a deeply personal perspective on the region's history. This is how we as The Hybrid Tours raise awareness and help you gain a deeper understanding of the country.

Meals: Breakfast and Lunch

After breakfast, we'll be driving you back to Sarajevo. This will be coordinated depending on your filght's departure time. 

It has been a pleasure having you both as our guests, and we look forward to having you back in another destination soon!

The Hybrid Tours Team