Trip summary
- Duration
- 13 days / 12 nights
- Route
- Split → Krka → Hvar → Dubrovnik → Mostar → Jajce & Travnik → Sarajevo
- Style
- Private & tailor-made
- Day 1 Arrive in Split, private airport transfer, free afternoon
- Day 2 Privately guided walking tour of Split's old town
- Day 3 Private day trip to Krka National Park
- Day 4 Ferry to Hvar, beach and leisure day
- Day 5 Boat excursion to the Blue Cave, Vis and the Pakleni Islands
- Day 6 Ferry to Dubrovnik, privately guided old town tour
- Day 7 Half day cooking class in the countryside
- Day 8 Private transfer to Mostar, guided tour of the old town
- Day 9 Free day in Mostar: old town and bazaar
- Day 10 To Sarajevo, with stops in Jajce and Travnik
- Day 11 Privately guided food and culture tour of Sarajevo
- Day 12 Free day in Sarajevo: old town and museums
- Day 13 Private transfer to Sarajevo airport
Split, Krka, Hvar, Vis, Dubrovnik, Mostar, Jajce, Travnik & Sarajevo
Tour highlights at a glance:
- Privately guided tours of Split and Dubrovnik
- Private day trip to Krka National Park
- Boat day from Hvar to the Blue Cave, Vis and the Pakleni Islands
- Cooking class in the countryside near Dubrovnik
- Mostar and its Old Bridge, with a private guide
- The waterfall town of Jajce and Travnik on the way to Sarajevo
- Food and culture tour of Sarajevo with a local guide
Day 1Arrive in Split, where your driver meets you at the airport and takes you to your hotel. The afternoon is free to explore at your own pace and enjoy the Riva promenade.
Day 2Discover Split's old town and Diocletian's Palace on a privately guided walking tour (2 hours).
Day 3Private day trip to Krka National Park (5 hours), with its wooden walkways along the river and the waterfalls of Skradinski Buk.
Day 4Take the ferry from Split to Hvar. The rest of the day is for the beach and leisure on Croatia's sunniest island.
Day 5A full day on the water (7 to 8 hours): visit the Blue Cave, the island of Vis and the clear bays of the Pakleni Islands.
Day 6Take the ferry to Dubrovnik and meet your private guide for a walking tour of the old town (2 hours).
Day 7Half day cooking class in the countryside outside Dubrovnik (4 hours). Cook traditional dishes with local hosts and enjoy the meal together.
Day 8A private transfer takes you across the border to Mostar in Bosnia and Herzegovina. Explore the old town and its famous Old Bridge on a privately guided walking tour (1.5 hours).
Day 9A free day in Mostar to wander the old town and the bazaar, try Bosnian coffee and, in summer, watch the divers jump from the Old Bridge.
Day 10On the way to Sarajevo, stop in Jajce, a medieval town with a waterfall in its centre, and in Travnik, known for its old town and fortress.
Day 11Get to know Sarajevo through its food and history on a privately guided food and culture tour (3 hours), where East meets West in the old bazaar of Baščaršija.
Day 12A free day to explore more of Sarajevo: the old town, its museums and cafés.
Day 13Departure day. A private transfer takes you to Sarajevo airport.
What's included
- 12 nights in handpicked hotels with daily breakfast
- Private airport transfers in Split and Sarajevo, and all drives between destinations with a private driver
- Ferry tickets from Split to Hvar and from Hvar to Dubrovnik
- Privately guided walking tours of Split, Dubrovnik and Mostar
- Private day trip to Krka National Park
- Full day boat excursion from Hvar to the Blue Cave, Vis and the Pakleni Islands
- Half day cooking class in the countryside near Dubrovnik
- Stops in Jajce and Travnik on the way to Sarajevo
- Privately guided food and culture tour of Sarajevo
- Entrance tickets for the sights in the itinerary
- 24/7 local support from Sarah, Ivan and Mislav throughout your trip
Not included
- International flights to Split and from Sarajevo
- Lunches and dinners not listed above
- Travel insurance
- Tips for guides, skippers and drivers (optional)
From €4,550 per person (based on 2 travellers). Every journey is private and tailored, so we send a personal proposal with the exact price, free of charge. Ask for a proposal.
Frequently asked questions
How much does the Croatia & Bosnia tour cost?
From €4,550 per person, based on two people travelling together. The exact price depends on your travel dates, the hotels you choose and the size of your group, so we send a personal proposal free of charge.
Can I change this 13 day itinerary?
Yes. Every part of it can be changed. We can add more days on the coast, start in Zagreb or Dubrovnik, or fly home from Split instead of Sarajevo. Tell us what you like and we'll send a personal proposal.
Do I need a passport or visa for Bosnia and Herzegovina?
Bosnia and Herzegovina is outside the EU, so you need your passport to cross the border. US, Canadian and Australian citizens do not need a visa for a short tourist visit, but please check the latest rules before you travel.
Is it safe to travel in Bosnia and Herzegovina?
Yes. Mostar and Sarajevo are popular with visitors from all over the world, and you will have a private driver and local guides with you along the way.
Is the tour private?
Yes. The guides, drivers and day trips are private, just for you and your travel companions, so you travel at your own pace.
When is the best time to do this tour?
May, June and September to early October are ideal: warm enough for the boat day and the beaches on Hvar, and pleasant for walking in Mostar and Sarajevo.
How do I book?
Send us an enquiry with your dates and wishes. We reply within 24 hours, usually much sooner, and refine the itinerary together with you until it's exactly right.
