A Balkan Road Less Traveled

Bascarsija, the City's Heart

Bascarsija is Sarajevo's old bazaar and the city's historical and cultural center. This historic district, dating back to the 15th century, exudes a captivating blend of Ottoman, Austro-Hungarian, and Slavic influences. If you want to experience the bazaar at its best, we suggest taking a stroll through the bazaar to Bravadžiluk Street. Once home to the city's locksmiths, this street is now Bascarsija's gastronomic paradise, home to many of Sarajevo's most famous eateries.

Meeting of Cultures Private Walking Tour

This sightseeing tour of Sarajevo's Old Town includes all of the most important sights, including the Latin Bridge, the Museum of Sarajevo, the Emperor's Mosque, the House of Defiance, the City Hall, the Old Orthodox Church, the Morica Guesthouse, the Jewish Synagogue, and much more. Led by an experienced local guide, you will come to a better understanding of the history of the city and its contemporary layout.

Sarajevo's Best Museums

Each museum in Sarajevo reflects the history and lives of locals in very different circumstances, and each one will significantly help you understand this unique city and its determined citizens. Museums centered around the fighting in the 90s are exceptionally emotional and include the War Tunnel (the sole source of aid and weapons during the Siege of Sarajevo), Gallery 11/07/95 (named for the date of the Srebrenica Massacre), and especially the War Childhood Museum. If you're interested in more distant history, seek out Svrzo's House (a traditional Bosnian house) and the National Museum. We also recommend visiting the Jewish Museum to learn about the very complicated and interesting history of Bosnia's long-lived Jewish community.

Traditional Bosnian Dinner with a Local Family Small Group Tour

You'll enjoy a delicious historical adventure through the cuisine and culture of Bosnia and Herzegovina at this unique and traditional Bosnian dinner. You'll have several courses of traditional cuisine and get to learn more about the local culture as you dine. At the end of the meal your guide will show you a lovely panoramic view over the entire city!

Jajce and Travnik Small Group Tour

This excursion takes you west to the city of Travnik, which for years served as the capital of the Bosnian Eyalet and home to the novelist and Noble Laureate Ivo Andric, whose home you will explore. The tour also brings you to a medieval fortress located in the Old Town before continuing on to Jajce, which was once the seat of power for Mediaeval Bosnia. Close to the stunning Pliva waterfall, Jajce is also just a stone’s throw from the beautiful Veliko Plivsko Lake, complete with centuries old wooden watermills, and now a national monument.

Meet Mostar

Welcome to Mostar, a literal meeting point of cultures, especially the Hapsburgs and Ottomans. These connections are represented by the famous Old bridge across the Neretva River, and the distinction between the two sides of the town is visible to this day. Take a walk down cobblestone streets to the iconic bridge, enjoy the hustle of the street bazaars, and have a traditional meal in one of the restaurants by the river. If you have a sweet tooth, make sure to try one of the traditional desserts as well, which are very, very sweet and equally tasty. We recommend hurmasice (syrup-drenched pastries), kadaif (kanafeh), or our all-time favorite, tufahija (walnut-stuffed apples poached in sugar water).

Mostar Private Walking Tour

You'll get to know the real Mostar with a local guide, who will show you all of the sites in this atmospheric destination and will also tell you stories from the vibrant and volatile history of the region. Naturally, you'll cross the famed Old Bridge. There's no better way to see and learn about this unique destination!

Herzegovina Wine and Food Half-Day Private Tour

Unlike the rest of the country, Herzegovina has a Mediterranean climate, which makes itself known in many ways, from the local wines and cuisine, to the welcoming locals. On this tour, you'll not only try local wines and learn from their makers, but will visit Pocitelj, a village with perfectly preserved medieval and Ottoman architecture, and Medjugorje, a popular Catholic pilgrimage site.

Nocturnal Mostar

For a nice evening, we recommend visiting the restaurant Radobolja or restaurant Maslina, where you can start with a nice local dinner and stay for drinks afterward. Both restaurants also organize live music over the weekends. For younger generations, we have a few clubs to recommend that play music until late: Golden Club, Shankly's Pub, and GoldenCube.

Evenings in Kotor

Medieval Montenegro Private Tour

This comprehensive tour will give you a chance to see some of the most amazing villages and towns in the region. Budva, Cetinje, Njegusi village and Kotor are all interesting in their own right, and touring them with an expert guide is the best way to learn about their medieval history and architecture. Your guide knows the history of each of these places and will tell you stories of the rich and volatile past of the region while you cruise through the countryside and explore the cities on foot, getting a local's point of view.

All about the Mussels

Since it’s right on the coast, Montenegro is known for its remarkably fresh seafood. We recommend getting a taste of this local delicacy and, specifically, the incredible mussels. Head to one of the coastal restaurants for the freshest meal, or join a group and learn all about mussels while visiting some of the most important sights around Kotor. If you choose to join a group, the first part of the tour will be done on a boat, allowing you to explore the breathtaking Boka Kotorska Bay from a unique and picturesque perspective.

Tirana by Night

Tirana is a lovely city, night and day, as it's filled with countless coffee shops, bars, and restaurants. You can spend time in Grand Park or experience the busy bars and restaurants of the Blloku area, inside Tirana Castle, or behind the Pyramid situated on the main Boulevard. The Sky Tower offers a panoramic view of Tirana, especially at night when the city is illuminated. The revolving bar and restaurant on the top floor provide a unique experience, allowing you to enjoy drinks while taking in the city lights. The city's center also offers many smaller local restaurants, offering popular dishes at reasonable rates.

Styles of Tirana

If you'd like to get properly acquainted with Tirana, the best way is to spend a day with a local, starting with a brief walking tour of the city covering all the main sights, including the Mosque of Ethem Bey, the Clock Tower, Skanderbeg square, The Martyr's Cemetery, Grand Park and various government buildings. The tour concludes in the former Communist Party elite’s residential area, Blokku. This is now a buzzing district packed with modern bars, restaurants and pubs.

Eat Your Way

Kruja and Durres Private Day Trip

An ancient, hilltop town, Krujë is a must-see for those staying in Tirana. The restored old bazaar is packed with authentic handmade goods, including carpets, which you can watch being made on a loom. Inside the walls of Kruja Castle, you will visit an ethnographic museum in an Ottoman tower house and the Bektashi Sufi Shrine, where you can learn more about how people have lived here for centuries. After Kruja, you'll visit the city of Durres where you can enjoy lunch with a scenic view of the sea, followed by a visit to one of the largest Roman amphitheaters, which saw gladiatorial combat.