The 10 Best Walking Tours in Sarajevo Canton, Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina

The first Jews reached Bosnia in the middle of 15th century from Spain and Portugal. As tens of thousands of Jews fled the Spanish and Portuguese Inquisitions, Sultan Bayezid II of the Ottoman Empire welcomed Jews who were able to reach his territories. Sephardi Jews fleeing Spain and Portugal were welcomed in – and found their way to Bosnia and Herzegovina, Macedonia, Thrace and other areas of Europe under Ottoman control. Sarajevo became an important center for the Jews of Balkans. In the Ottoman Empire Jews were generally well-treated and were recognized by law as non-Muslims. Despite some restrictions, the Jewish communities of the Empire prospered. They were granted significant autonomy, with various rights including the right to buy real estate, to build Synagogues and to conduct trade throughout the Ottoman Empire. Jews, along with the other non-Muslim subjects of the Empire, were granted full equality under Ottoman law by 1856.

Inclusions: Local guide, Professional guide, Air-conditioned vehicle

Exclusions: Food and drinks

Art is not the first thing that comes to our minds when we think about Bosnia and Herzegovina and Sarajevo, but we assure you that Sarajevo has one of the best art scenes in region. In this tour we will visit few locations in Sarajevo that are related to conceptual and contemporary art, we talk to local artists and art curators. Conceptual art is a direction in modern art from the early 1960s to the mid 1970s. It emerged as an artist's desire to dematerialize the subject of artistic activity, using non-traditional artwork and materials (polaroid, art, film, video, body art, happening, urban action). Join us in this awesome tour! We start every day, except sunday, at 13:00 in front Sacred Heart Cathedral.

Inclusions: Licensed Tour Guide

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In this tour/activity we will learn more about Sarajevo's traditional crafts. one of them is of course the silversmithing. we will also meet with our local artist, a silversmith and with his help make a small and unique souvenir for you to take home. :) Silversmith is an old name for a craftsman, who designs or modifies (modifies) jewelry and small ornaments of silver. This craft is, in fact, a kind of art since small ornaments are made where inventiveness, skill and precision are needed. Earlier, hand tools were used and the work was done mostly by hand. Contemporary technology for the processing of materials and decoration making has recently been used. The silversmiths also use various types of precious stones in their work. The most common products of these handicrafts are jewelery, such as rings, brooches, necklaces and bracelets.

Inclusions: We will have a coffee/tea brake in Ministry Of Ćeif caffe after our workshop

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Sarajevo Old Town Walking tour is the base for cultural, religious and historical understanding in Sarajevo. Sightseeing by walking and talking about the landmarks is enjoyable because, inside of the Old Town, in the radius of 500 meters, you can spend more than a couple of hours discovering. We will show you the unique places and customs of this part of the world during our three hours long tour. When you understand Sarajevo history you will be ready to fully enjoy in Sarajevo itself. Explore East and West and go through the culture and history of Sarajevo during the fun and exciting tour.

Inclusions: Bosnian Coffee, Bottled water

Exclusions: Gratuities

Herzegovina is the southern geographical region of the country Bosnia an Herzegovina. If we had to briefly describe it we would say warm climate, beautiful landscapes, amazing history and great vine. Join us on this trip and learn about very long history of this region and visit some of the most important historical monuments of Bosnia and Herzegovina.

Inclusions: Private transportation

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By exploring Lukomir you would get to learn about last traditional settlement in Bosnia and Herzegovina. Learn about their customs and their way of living in harshest conditions in a mountain region. The ideal time of the year to visit Lukomir would be in Spring, Summer, and early Autumn. Residents of Lukomir are not present during the winter season, as the village becomes unapproachable, they return to their well-known lifestyle with an arrival of the Spring. Experience their lifestyle, enjoy traditionally made lunch and coffee, witness most beautiful mountainscapes in Bosnia.

Inclusions: Coffee and/or Tea, Air-conditioned vehicle, Bottled water

Exclusions: Gratuities, We can organise a traditional lunch in one of the local residents houses. You will eat there homemade pie, fresh milk or tea.

Lukomir is the highest and most isolated village in Bosnia. This hike is also the most popular hike in the country. And for a good reason. It offers all: amazing views, long walks, culture, history and legends. This is the most popular one day trip from Sarajevo. We start our tour on the southern slopes of Bjelašnica mountain, from medieval Umoljani village. We will make a short stop on ancient necropolis at Dolovi, and then continue towards Umoljani. We will then pass through Gradina - highland summer village, and go to Studeni Potok stream. On the way, we will visit 40-meter Peruće Waterfall before continuing to Lukomir. Our last stop - Lukomir village. It lives the same life for more than 600 years, Bosnia’s highest and most isolated mountain village. On the edge of the village you will be treated to a breathtaking view of Rakitnica Canyon. We will have traditional homemade lunch prepared by our hosts. You will also have the opportunity to purchase local handcrafts

Inclusions: Hiking sticks, Fantastic Bosnian traditional, home-made, freshly cooked lunch by locals in Lukomir. (Available options: halal, vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free), Trail mix on the trail., Coffee and/or Tea, Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation

Exclusions: Alcoholic Beverages

Discover the unique and rich history of Sarajevo. Find out why Sarajevo is known as the European Jerusalem and hear the story of the assassination of the Archduke of Austria that occurred in 1914.

Inclusions: All Fees and Taxes

Exclusions: Lunch

If you feel annoyed by the city crowd and want to get away from it, why not take a ride in the cable car and explore the pristine nature of the mountain Trebević? It was always the most favorite spot for the locals to enjoy the fresh air and the best panorama of the city. The mountain Trebević is known in Slavic mythology as the place of sacrifice, but in modern times it is known as one of four Olympic mountains. The 1984 Winter Olympic games were the first-ever held in a socialist state and in a Slavic language-speaking country. The Sarajevo games have also been the only Olympics so far to be hosted by a Non-Aligned Movement member and by a Muslim-majority city. Take a walk on the bob-sled track, see some great graffiti, have a cup of coffee and let your inner spirit free.

Inclusions: English, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Croatian guide

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Sarajevo is well known as European Jerusalem as much as one of the friendliest cities in the world and as soon you enter this beautiful city you will see that those are not only the rumors, it is a fact. This Private Walking tour will introduce you to the most specific places for which Sarajevo is world known and after it, you will be amazed and we are pretty sure that you will take that walk again by yourself to feel it once more. The freedom and antistress feeling that Sarajevo offer will last forever!

Inclusions: Licensed local tour guide

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