Sarajevo Under Siege War Tour

Highlights

Cover many of the city’s main sites, including the War Tunnel Museum
Travel with a guide for insight into life during the Siege of Sarajevo
Travel in an air-conditioned minivan, convenient during hot days

Summary

After pickup in central Sarajevo, set off for the War Tunnel Museum by air-conditioned minivan. Along the way, your guide talks about the Bosnian War and points out significant sites. At the museum, watch a short educational film and presentation about the fall of Yugoslavia, the Yugoslav Wars, and creation of the War Tunnel. Next, head toward Trebevic, the closest mountain to the center of Sarajevo and the site of the first line during the siege of the city during the Bosnian War. Visit the bobsled and luge track from the 1984 Olympics, once the sites of the main positions of the sieging army. At one of the largest cemeteries in Europe, see tombstones distinctive to Bosnia and Herzegovina. Then visit the Yellow fortress in the old Ottoman section of the city. Enjoy views of the old city before returning to your original point of departure.

Tour info

Duration

4 hours

Why take this tour?

The Siege of Sarajevo was one of the key events of the Bosnian War and one of the longest sieges in history. Get an in-depth overview of the siege and larger conflict on this tour that takes you from the War Tunnel Museum to Trebevic. It’s an efficient way to learn a lot about the city in a relatively short amount of time.

What’s included?

Driver/Guide
Bottle of water
Hotel pickup (if required by guests who stay out of the Old Town of Sarajevo)
Transport by air-conditioned car/minivan
Bottled water
Entry ticket for Tunnel of Hope Museum
Food
Hotel drop-off
Entry/Admission - Sarajevo War Tunnel

Things to know

Before you book

Duration: 4h
Mobile tickets accepted
Instant confirmation

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

Operator Website

Operated by:

Info Bosnia Tours

About operator:

Association "Info Bosnia“ is non-government, apolitical organization, committed to promote tourism in various sectors and also to generate interest in visiting Bosnia and Herzegovina. Protecting and promoting the natural and cultural heritage are key concerns for “InfoBosnia” and its members. Info Bosnia is the first non-government association to open Tourist Information Centre in Sarajevo.