Bosnia, Herzegovina, Montenegro & Croatia Walk (From Trebinje To Dubrovnik) 9D8N, Fully Guided

Making your own way from Dubrovnik Airport, your adventure begins at your hotel in the charming city of Trebinje in Bosnia & Herzegovina.

You’ll stay at the quaint Hotel Leotar. Spend time unwinding at its lush open terrace with a glass of local wine or venture to the nearby cities and villages of the Adriatic Coast. Come late afternoon, your leader will conduct a briefing, after which we all savour a delectable welcome dinner in an enchanting setting of a local winery set up in the hills above the town.

Level 2, Approx. 8 km (5 miles), 4-5 hours walking, Elevation gain: 560 m (1837 ft), Elevation loss: 623 m (2044 ft)

Before beginning the day’s adventure, we transfer to our hotel in Sutjeska National Park, after which we head out to the peaceful Donje Bare Lake. Be treated to a delicious lunch before navigating the beech forest and open mountainous landscape to the cliff of Ugljesin Peak (1858m) for one of the best scenic views of the Zelengora peaks and the rock face wall of Volujak.

We continue on the charming path back to Gornje Bare Lake through the Tovarnica Ridge (1.5 hours) with Bosnia’s highest cliffs a constant companion on the horizon. Then, transfer back to the renovated Hotel Mladost in Tjentiste Valley, our home for the night nestled with the alluring nature of the National Park, whera a well-deserved dinner awaits

Level 4, Approx. 15 km (9 miles), 9-10 hours walking, Elevation gain: 1036 m (4285 ft), Elevation loss: 1289 m (4229 ft)

Today, you’ll transfer to Lokva Derneciste (approx. 1 hour) and set out to Bosnia’s highest summit, Maglic Mountain (2,386m), through thick forest and open mountainous landscape. The ascent is the most demanding part of today’s walk as it will take about 3-4 hours over well-preserved mountain trails with cliffs. Every step takes us farther above the surrounding cliffs until we reach the summit. Please note that this trek is not suitable for anyone suffering from vertigo.

At the summit, savour lunch and stunning vistas over Montenegro, before setting out to our next stop, the emerald waters of Trnovacko Lake. After descending to the lake, we head for Prijevor, where we meet our transfer back to the hotel.

We transfer to the Bosnian capital of Sarajevo, which lies at the heart of the Balkan Peninsula. Upon arrival, embark on a tour of the city's major historic, cultural, and war sites as you tap into its complex and intriguing history.

Spend the afternoon delving deeper into the wonders of this diverse and charming city at your own leisure. Marvel at the largest mosque in the community, Gazi Husrev-beg Mosque, a perfect representation of Ottoman architecture characterizing the city. Explore the fascinating Jewish museum of Bosnia and Herzegovina, situated in the 16th century Old Synagogue.

For those in pursue of a a slower pace can retreat to your hotel at Hotel Hecco. Located in the heart of Sarajevo offering prime proximity to the historic centre and gorgeous scenery comprising views over the entire city and the surrounding hills. Unwind in your spacious ensuite rooms before gathering together for another delightful dinner.

Level 3, Approx. 11 km (7 miles), 5-6 hours walking, Elevation gain: 957 m (3139 ft), Elevation loss: 1228 m (4029 ft)

Begin today’s hike in a local picnic place that is half an hour’s drive from Crepoljsko and move toward Bukovik peak (1,534m), the highest point north of Sarajevo. This peak offers some of the best views of the mountains to the south.

Moving from our starting point, we embark on a pleasant hike that takes us through meadows and coniferous forests up to Bukovik hut, with expansive views of mountains in the distance and the city in the valley right below us. Spend time relaxing at Bukovik hut before ascending the nearby Bukovik peak and continuing through a charming pine forest to the Skakavac waterfall.

The Skakavac waterfall is the largest continually flowing waterfall in Bosnia and Herzegovina at an altitude of 98m. A relaxing lunch break and some tea or coffee welcome us here before we set out through the dense forest to the base of the waterfall. On reaching there, a spectacular view of water, mist and forest awaits us. Then, we navigate the forest to the small lodge, where we end our hike with an ice-cold drink.

Level 2, Approx. 9 km (6 miles), 4-5 hours walking, Elevation gain: 717 m (2352 ft), Elevation loss: 553 m (1814 ft)

Today we have a full day walk in the Bjelasnica Mountains, home of the 1984 Winter Olympics, climbing Obalj peak (1,896m) and dropping by Lukomir, Bosnia and Herzegovina’s highest village at 1,469m.

Journey on foot from the traditional style Bosnian Mosque in the village of Umoljani, a village which has served as a base for summer pastures for the locals. From here, we hike toward Obalj ridge, where we slowly rise above Studeni potok (Studeni stream). The vistas will start to open in front of us. With the mountains to the south, Treskavica and Visocica offer us awe-inspiring scenes. Getting to the slopes of Obaji, we continue and progress to the peak itself. From the summit, we see Lukomir village below where we descend from the top.

Lukomir is Bosnia’s highest village at an altitude of 1,469m with its ancient stecci (mediaeval tombstones), where villagers still follow a traditional shepherd's way of life. On the village’s edge, you can catch a spectacular view of Rakitnica canyon, Obalj and Visocica. After a simple but luscious homemade late lunch, we head back to the hotel in Sarajevo.

Level 2, Approx. 8 km (5 miles), 4-5 hours walking, Elevation gain: 507 m (1663 ft), Elevation loss: 510 m (1673 ft)

Today presents us with the options of rafting deep into the Neretva Canyon or walking a stunning ridge overlooking the Neretva and Rakitnica Canyon.

The Neretva River is a Herzegovinian gem, flowing over 200km from its source into the Adriatic sea. The water is typically calm from Spring to Autumn, and the trip gives you enough time to enjoy the canyon and its peculiar flora and fauna. Based on the season, there may be 2-4 rapids. The trip lasts 3-4 hours and costs approximately EUR 45 per person (paid locally).

If you prefer to keep walking, we keep going to the isolated hills around Kasici village for an ethereal canyon walk above the Neretva River. We cross the suspension bridge and descend to meet the magnificent river itself where the rapids rush into the mouth of the relatively unexplored Rakitnica Canyon. The scenery here is nothing short of heart-stopping. After crossing another bridge at the mouth of the canyon, we can decide to rest in the caves or beaches.

We head back through Konjic to meet up with those that chose rafting. At the end of the day we continue our journey to Mostar. On arrival at Mostar, we head to Hotel Kapetanovina, our home for the night. The hotel is located close to Mostar's main attraction, the Old Bridge, rated among one of the most beautiful bridges in the world.

We dedicate the morning to exploring Mostar, the former oriental centre of Herzegovina, seated on the Neretva River. This city was all over the news when it split during the conflict in the early 1990s. Though the scars of war remain, Mostar has once again become a warm and lively place with exceptional architecture.

We set out to Dubrovnik from Mostar, arriving at approximately 5 pm. Once we get there, we have all the time to tour the city. Dubrovnik is our final destination and the perfect way to end our week of trekking. This exceptional walled town is situated at the southernmost tip of Croatia. Formerly a thriving trading centre, Dubrovnik is now a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and it continues to do an excellent job of preserving the Old Town and rich cultural life, which magnetises visitors every year.

Your home for tonight is Hotel Zagreb, a splendid oasis featuring neo-classical and ArtDeco designs set in a small garden by a pedestrian way that leads down to a peacful beach.

Savour a relaxing breakfast, a perfect time to reflect on your incredible journey before you bid farewell and make your own arrangements for your onward travel. Alternatively, airport transfers can be arranged at an additional cost, please contact us.

NOTE: This itinerary is provided as an example only – prevailing conditions and local arrangements may cause variation.