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Blessed with medieval villages, crystal clear rivers and lakes as well as the Dinaric Alps, our Bosnia and Herzegovina tours leave travellers wanting more of this picturesque country which forms part of the Balkan Peninsula.

Our Bosnia and Herzegovina tours take you on an enthralling journey through its capital city of Sarajevo, a compact city based along the banks of the Miljacka River and we'll visit some of its popular attractions such as the Stari Most - a reconstructed medieval arched bridge in the city of Mostar and so much more.

More information about Bosnia and Herzegovina tours

Bosnia tours are extremely popular, in fact, the World Tourism Organisation estimates that it will have the third highest tourism growth rate worldwide from 1995 to 2020.

If you want to know more about Bosnia and Herzegovina and its beauty, or need accurate visa information, contact the Bosnia and Herzegovina tourism board for assistance.

TOUR REVIEWS

I liked the fact we were met at the airport and helped thru customs and getting a visa and then upon leaving taken to where we needed to go. Its always tough to figure out where everything is in a foreign airport when you do not travel much
Everything was great. Our guide was very knowledgeable and liked that we were interested in what he was telling us. We were lucky to be in a group with like minded people who also wanted to stay in places longer of which our guide accommodated. Only negative thing was the sitting train. Best to just take the flying option. Train was not bad but has no services, no alcohol, and breakfast was all carbs and an egg. Egypt really seems to like their breads and pastries....

Excellent from the initial planning to every step along the way on the trip! Worry free in every way! Islam, Hussein and Mahmoud were the greatest! Please check out my review on Trip Advisor! FIve stars from this girl!
Excellent

This is our first travel through Encounters Travel and so far the arrangement is working very well. Our travel is not until April 2017 so I am more than hopeful all will continue to run as smoothly as it has so far.

Encounters Travel did an excellent job in all aspects of our trip! Egypt was amazing and the trip was made especially enjoyable as a result of the quality of the guides. I highly recommend Encounters Travel!
Worth every penny! Go to Egypt with Encounters Travel!

Encounters Travel did such a superb job in organizing this tour. I had never heard of them before going on the Maldives Magic tour, however now I will recommend them to friends/family and use them for my future planned trips.
Our tour is what made the trip that much more memorable. Rather than being plopped at a westernized resort, we were able to get a taste of how the locals live, eat and entertain themselves. We stayed in quaint guesthouses on the islands amongst the locals, ate authentic Maldivian cuisine (one day even with a Maldivian family who made us breakfast), and viewed a traditional dance/singing performance which was absolutely delightful. This was a trip of a lifetime that I will never forget.

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Bosnia & Herzegovina Country Guide

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Factfile


Time: GMT+2
Dial Code: +387
Area: 51,197 km2
Elevation: The lowest point in Bosnia & Herzegovina is the Adriatic Sea 0m | The highest point in Bosnia & Herzegovina is Maglic 2,386m (7,828 ft.)
Population: 3,503,554 (2018)
Capital: Sarajevo
Government: Federation, Republic, Parliamentary system, Parliamentary republic, Federal republic
Language: Bosnian, Croatian, Serbian

This country on the Balkan Peninsula in southeastern Europe is sometimes called Bosnia-Herzegovina and is often informally known as Bosnia. The capital and the largest city is Sarajevo. Bosnia and Herzegovina is an almost landlocked country. It has a narrow coast at the Adriatic Sea alongside the town of Neum.

Bosnia and Herzegovina is bordered by Croatia to the north, west and south, Serbia to the east, and Montenegro to the southeast. The landscape is mountainous in the central and eastern interior, the northwest is moderately hilly, and the northeast is mainly flatland.

The inland, Bosnia, is a larger region with a moderate continental climate with snowy, cold winters and hot summers. Herzegovina, on the southern tip, has a Mediterranean climate with plain topography.

There are three main ethnic groups including the Bosniaks, the largest group, the Serbs and the Croats. A native of Bosnia and Herzegovina is usually identified in English as Bosnian. The minorities consist of Jews, Poles, Ukrainians, Roma and Turks.

Bosnia and Herzegovina is one of the most frequently visited countries in the region and is believed to have the third highest tourism growth rate in the world. The country is known for its cultural heritage, winters sports, cuisine, architecture and natural environment.

The country has a bicameral legislature and a three-member presidency composed of a member of each ethnic group. The central government's power is highly limited and there are two autonomous entities. The Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina is complex and has 10 cantons.

Highlights

  • Vrbas Canyons - a series of gorges, which the Vrbas River flows through - popular for rafting.
  • Tunnel Museum - this museum preserves an underground tunnel built during the Bosnian War.
  • Sarajevo City Hall - constructed in 1898, this striking Austro-Hungarian-era building has a multi-arched interior and stained-glass ceiling.
  • Vranduk Castle - found in a wooded valley, this 15th-century fortress has a traditional archery ground.
  • Mehmed Pasa Sokolovic Bridge - constructed in 1571, this 10-arch bridge is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
  • Tvrdoaj Monastery - this monastery complex is surrounded by vines, known for superb wines.
  • Visocica Hill - a pyramid-shaped hill with a steep footpath and views of the old Visoko fortress.
  • Strbacki Buk - a spectacular waterfall in Una River Valley, flowing over an 18m drop-off with viewing platforms.

Tips

  • You should remove footwear before entering a home or even a hostel.
  • When entering a mosque, women will usually be given a headscarf.
  • You will notice that smoking is considered acceptable almost everywhere.
  • Bargaining is not acceptable in almost all services and shops, apart from some trinket shops.
  • It is normal to round up a bill and add a bit extra.
  • Bosnia is a cash-based society so carry some cash with you while travelling.
  • Many of the locals can speak English, especially in towns and cities.
  • The Bosnians are big meat eaters and you will find that vegetarian options are limited.

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