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Explore the rugged natural beauty and intriguing history of Bosnia & Herzegovina
The trip begins late afternoon in Trebinje in Bosnia & Herzegovina. After a main briefing with your leader, the group will enjoy a welcome dinner in a beautiful setting of a local winery set up in the hills above the town. * Hotel Leotar or similar*
In the morning we transfer to our hotel in Sutjeska National Park, before continuing to the tranquil lake of Donje Bare. After lunch, we walk through a beech forest and open mountainous terrain to the summit of Ugljesin Peak (1858m), for one of the best panoramic views of the Zelengora peaks and the rock face wall of Volujak. We continue on the stunning circuit back to Gornje Bare lake via the Tovamica Ridge (1.5 hours) with Bosnia's highest peaks a constant companion on the horizon. We then transfer back to the hotel in the Tjentiste Valley for a well deserved dinner. *Hotel Mladost or similar*
Distance in Km: 8
Distance in Miles: 5
Activity Hours: 4-5
Altitude Gain: 560
Altitude Loss: 623
We transfer to Lokva Derneciste (approx. 1 hour) and head for Bosnia’s highest peak, Maglic Mountain (2,386m), through dense forest and open mountainous terrain. The ascent itself will take approximately 3-4 hours over fairly well-maintained mountain trails with steep cliffs, and is by far the most demanding part of today’s trek. Please note. this walk is not suitable for anyone suffering from vertigo. Each step takes us further above the surrounding peaks until we reach the summit. Here we have lunch and enjoy wonderful views over Montenegro and of our next stop, the emerald green waters of Trnovacko Lake. After descending to the lake in the afternoon, we head for Prijevor where we meet our transfer to the hotel in Tjentiste. *Hotel Mladost or similar*
Distance in Km: 15
Distance in Miles: 9
Activity Hours: 9-10
Altitude Gain: 1306
Altitude Loss: 1289
We transfer to the Bosnian capital of Sarajevo which is at the heart of the Balkan Peninsula. On arrival, we take a tour of the major historic cultural and war sites in the city that will help us to piece together its complex and intriguing history. The afternoon is then free to explore this varied and beautiful capital city. *Hotel Hecco or similar*
Within half an hour's drive to Crepoljsko is a very well known local picnic place where we will start today's hike toward Bukovik peak (1,534m), the highest point north from Sarajevo. This is a peak that offers some of the best views of mountains to the south. After leaving our start point, a pleasant hike takes us through meadows and coniferous forests up to Bukovik hut, with wider and wider views of mountains in the distance and the city in the valley right below us. After a short break at Bukovik hut, we ascend the nearby Bukovik peak and continue from there through a beautiful pine forest to the Skakavac waterfall. This waterfall is the largest continual flowing waterfall in Bosnia and Herzegovina and is 98m high. A soothing lunch break and some tea or coffee welcomes us here before we head down through thick forest to the base of the waterfall. Once we reach the base, a fantastic view of water, mist and forest awaits us. From here we wind through the forest to the small lodge, where we end our hike with an ice cold drink. *Hotel Hecco or similar*
Distance in Km: 11
Distance in Miles: 7
Activity Hours: 5-6
Altitude Gain: 957
Altitude Loss: 1228
Today we have a full daywalk in the Bjelasnica Mountains, home of the 1984 Winter Olympics, ascending Obalj peak (1,896m) and visiting Lukomir, Bosnia and Herzegovina's highest village (1,469m). From the traditional style Bosnian Mosque in the village of Umoljani, we walk to the Gradina, a village which locals of this area used for centuries as their base for summer pastures. From here we will start ascending toward Obalj ridge and slowly we will rise above Studeni potok (Studeni stream). The views will start to open in front of us. With the mountains to the south, Treskavica and Visocica will offer us fantastic and breathtaking scenes. Once we reach the slopes of Obalj, we will slowly continue and progress to the summit itself. From the peak, we'll see Lukomir village below us where we will descend from the top. Lukomir is Bosnia's highest village at 1,469m, with its ancient stecci (mediaeval tombstones) where villagers still follow a traditional shepherd way of life. On the edge of the village, there is a fabulous view of Rakitnica canyon, Obalj and Visocica. After a simple but tasty homemade late lunch we transfer back to the hotel in Sarajevo. *Hotel Hecco or similar*
Distance in Km: 9
Distance in Miles: 6
Activity Hours: 4-5
Altitude Gain: 717
Altitude Loss: 553
Today we have the option to go rafting deep into the Neretva Canyon or walk a beautiful ridge overlooking the Neretva and Rakitnica Canyon. The Neretva River is the emerald of Herzegovina, flowing over 200 kilometres from its source into the Adriatic Sea. In the upper canyon is some of the most beautiful rafting in Europe. The water is usually calm from Spring to Autumn, and the trip provides ample opportunity to enjoy the canyon and its unique flora and fauna. Depending on the season, there will be class 2-4 rapids. The trip lasts for 3-4 hours and costs approximately EUR 45 per person (paid locally). For those who prefer to keep on trekking, we continue on to the isolated hills around Kasici village for a magical canyon walk above the Neretva River. After crossing a suspension bridge we descend to meet the spectacular river itself where the rapids rush into the mouth of the relatively unexplored Rakitnica Canyon. The scenery here is truly breathtaking. After crossing another bridge at the mouth of the canyon we can rest either in one of the caves or on the numerous beaches. We return via Konjic to meet up with those who opted for the rafting. At the end of the day, we continue our journey to Mostar. *Hotel Kapetanovina or similar*
Distance in Km: 8
Distance in Miles: 5
Activity Hours: 4-5
Altitude Gain: 507
Altitude Loss: 510
We spend the morning exploring Mostar, the former oriental trading centre of Herzegovina, situated on the Neretva River. This city was regularly in the news when it was split during the conflict in the early 1990s. We will still see the scars of war, but these days Mostar is once again a warm and bustling place, with a fascinating history and architecture. We leave Mostar in the afternoon and head for Dubrovnik, arriving at approximately 5pm. On arrival, we have free time to explore. Dubrovnik is our final destination and a great way to end our week trekking. This magnificent walled town lies at the southernmost tip of Croatia. Formerly a prosperous trading centre, Dubrovnik is now a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and its perfectly preserved Old Town and rich cultural life draw many visitors each year. *Hotel Zagreb or similar*
The trip ends this morning after breakfast in Dubrovnik. Should you wish to spend more time in this beautiful Croatian town please ask our sales team about post tour nights.
* 8 nights hotels, all rooms have en suite facilities
* 5 days point-to-point and circular walks
* Group normally 5 to 15, plus leaders. Min age 16 yrs
* Altitude maximum 2,386m, average 1880m
* Full porterage throughout
All breakfasts, 5 picnic lunches and 4 dinners are included on this trip.
*Typical Meals:*
Breakfast across the Balkans usually consists of bread and pastries, dairy
products such as yoghurt and cheese, cereal, eggs cooked in a variety of
ways, smoked meats, honey, tea and coffee, milk and juices.
Breakfast in Sutjeska will be a choice of a warm or cold set meal. In
Sarajevo, Mostar and Dubrovnik there will be a choice between a hot and cold
buffet.
Lunches will be picnics including bread, cheese, sausage, meat and vegetarian
pate, salad, chocolate bars, cookies, trail mix, and coffee/tea.
Evening meals in Sutjeska are 3 courses and include soup, a selection of
traditionally prepared meat, vegetables and a dessert.
Typical Bosnian cuisine consists of ingredients such as tomatoes, potatoes,
onions, garlic, peppers, cucumbers, mushrooms, spinach, courgette, beans and
dairy products such as milk, cheese, pavlaka (sour cream) and Kajmak (similar
to clotted cream). Meat dishes usually consist of beef and lamb and
specialities include cevapi, burek, dolma (stuffed vegetables with meat) and
goulash. Desserts often have an Eastern influence with baklava being very
popular. The alcoholic drink rakija made from apples or plums is common in
this region also.
Croatian & Montenegrin cuisine both share similarities to Bosnian cuisine but
are also heavily influenced by Greek and Italian food.
Vegetarian and special dietary requirements can be catered for, but options
are limited throughout Bosnia & Herzegovina - please inform our sales team of
any specific requirements upon booking.
* 8 nights hotels, all rooms have en suite facilities
* 5 days point-to-point and circular walks
* Group normally 5 to 15, plus leaders. Min age 16 yrs
* Altitude maximum 2,386m, average 1880m
* Full porterage throughout
*Activity Level 4- Moderate/Challenging*
This itinerary includes 5 daywalks through moderate to difficult terrain,
where you will need to carry a day pack. We usually walk between 4-8 hours a
day, with a picnic lunch taken on the way. The trails are mostly rocky and
uneven and with that often rough and stony underfoot. The daywalks involve
steady ascents and descents (maximum 1,000m). The walk on day 3 will be long
but worthwhile.
There are steep, long drops on sections of this trip, as well as paths that
traverse along ridge lines. The daywalk on day 3 is not recommended for
clients who suffer from vertigo.
Hotels
Please be advised that the below accommodation listed in each location are
the standard hotels used. However, there may be some departures where groups
stay at similar hotels of the same standard and quality.
You will spend 8 nights in a mixture of standard tourist class hotels in good
locations in Sarajevo, Trebinje and Mostar. In the Sutjeska National Park you
will use a simple but clean hotel in a spectacular location. All hotels have
en suite facilities and offer free Wi-Fi.
Trebinje- Hotel Leotar or similar
Sutjeska National Park- Hotel Mladost or similar
Sarajevo- Hotel Astra Garni or similar
Mostar- Hotel Kapetanovina or similar
Dubrovnik- Hotel Zagreb or similar
Single supplements are available on request and are subject to availability.
All breakfasts, 5 picnic lunches and 4 dinners are included on this trip.
*Typical Meals:*
Breakfast across the Balkans usually consists of bread and pastries, dairy
products such as yoghurt and cheese, cereal, eggs cooked in a variety of
ways, smoked meats, honey, tea and coffee, milk and juices.
Breakfast in Sutjeska will be a choice of a warm or cold set meal. In
Sarajevo, Mostar and Dubrovnik there will be a choice between a hot and cold
buffet.
Lunches will be picnics including bread, cheese, sausage, meat and vegetarian
pate, salad, chocolate bars, cookies, trail mix, and coffee/tea.
Evening meals in Sutjeska are 3 courses and include soup, a selection of
traditionally prepared meat, vegetables and a dessert.
Typical Bosnian cuisine consists of ingredients such as tomatoes, potatoes,
onions, garlic, peppers, cucumbers, mushrooms, spinach, courgette, beans and
dairy products such as milk, cheese, pavlaka (sour cream) and Kajmak (similar
to clotted cream). Meat dishes usually consist of beef and lamb and
specialities include cevapi, burek, dolma (stuffed vegetables with meat) and
goulash. Desserts often have an Eastern influence with baklava being very
popular. The alcoholic drink rakija made from apples or plums is common in
this region also.
Croatian & Montenegrin cuisine both share similarities to Bosnian cuisine but
are also heavily influenced by Greek and Italian food.
Vegetarian and special dietary requirements can be catered for, but options
are limited throughout Bosnia & Herzegovina - please inform our sales team of
any specific requirements upon booking.
During the trip we travel by air-conditioned minibus. The main roads are in
generally good condition, but are very winding in places. At times on the
mountain roads the ride is bumpy and slow.
*Travelling flight inclusive from London: 9 days*
The group flight from London is a daytime flight departing on Day 1 of the
itinerary.
*Flights from London*
We normally use the scheduled services of British Airways (depending on
availability). As flight timings and schedules change regularly we recommend
you call one of our specialist sales staff or your agent to confirm
up‐to‐date timings. Please note timings may change at a later date and
cannot be confirmed until approximately two weeks before departure.
*Travelling land only: 9 days starting in Trebinje and ending in Dubrovnik*
Your trip normally starts at our accommodation in Trebinje in the afternoon
of Day 1 of the itinerary. Details of how to reach the start point are
provided in the Final Joining Instructions ‐ sent approximately two weeks
before departure.
Airport transfers are included for those on the group flights. Please note
that transfers are not included for clients arriving on any other flight,
even if Exodus has booked it.
If you require airport transfers, you may (by prior arrangement only) be able
to join the group transfer. Transfers are arranged to coincide with the
arrival time of the group flight ‐ please check the group flight details 2
weeks before departure. If you do not take this transfer, or miss it, you
must make your own way to the joining point at your own expense.
You can pre-book private arrival and departure transfers through Exodus if
you wish (payable in advance). Please ensure that you provide us with all
relevant information at least 2 weeks before departure.
The start hotel is approximately 45 minutes’ drive from the airport. We
recommend joining the group transfer as there is no public transport. An
official taxi from the airport costs approximately between EUR 75-100. The
hotel is situated in the centre of Trebinje, on the bank of river
Trebisnjica. Upon arrival at the hotel, make staff aware you are part of an
Exodus group.
Bosnia & Herzegovina enjoys a similar climate to most of central Europe - hot
summers, cool springs and autumns and cold winters with considerable
snowfall. We visit from June to September when temperatures will be generally
warm (25-30ºC), but these temperatures will be a little lower in the
mountains. Rain can fall at any time of the year, although in mid-summer it
is more likely to come as short, sharp thunderstorms. Walking on Maglic and
Volujak can be unpredictable and it has been known to hail in August!
* Daypack (25-30 litres capacity)
* Refillable water bottle (1-2 litres)
* Waterproof jacket/trousers
* Good leather walking boots and gaiters
* Warm hat and gloves
* Warm trousers
* Shorts
* Swimwear
* Sun hat
* Sunblock
* Torch
* Insect repellent
* Walking poles
For the optional rafting trip on day 7 you will need:
* An old pair of trainers or sandals for in the water, 1 litre of water,
sunhat, sun block, fleece, rain gear, towel, and a change of clothes.
We recommend that you allow up to the equivalent of EUR 10 for lunch and EUR
15 for dinner in Bosnia & Herzegovina, and EUR 25 for dinner in
Dubrovnik, Croatia. This amount will obviously vary according to where
and what you choose to eat. Although not customary in Bosnia you can leave
a 10% tip as a sign of your appreciation for the service. Please be advised
that Dubrovnik, Croatia is notably more expensive than Bosnia & Herzegovina,
so you will need to budget with this in mind.
*Optional Excursions*
The optional rafting trip on Day 8 lasts for 3‐4 hours and
is approximately EUR 45 per person.
Although optional, a tip for the leader at the end of the trip is greatly
appreciated. As a guideline we recommend a contribution starting from EUR15
to EUR20 per client per week. It is also customary to leave a tip for the
driver. For your driver we recommend to budget approx. EUR10-EUR15 per
person.
Most groups prefer to present the money to the leader at the end of the trip
with two separate envelopes (one for the leader and one for the driver).
This is completely at your own discretion and to be used as a guideline only.
* Travel insurance
* Visas & vaccinations
* Single supplement
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