From Sarajevo: Eastern Bosnia, Foča Sand Pyramids & Goražde
- 8 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- Guided in English
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
We've crafted a special tour that takes you off the usual tourist path, exploring the hidden gems of Eastern Bosnia. Our first stop along the way is at the breathtaking Kazani gorges. Continuing on, we'll make a stop at Sand Pyramids of Foča. These unique formations, made entirely of sand, offer a picturesque backdrop and a glimpse into the natural wonders of our country. In Foča itself, we'll take a stroll through history, exploring its rich Ottoman heritage. From the majestic Aladza Mosque to the tranquil waters of the Drina river, Foča's beauty is bound to enchant you. Our journey then takes us to Goražde. Like Sarajevo, Goražde endured a harrowing siege, but its people's determination shone through. We'll visit the ingenious bridge under a bridge and we'll learn about the brave souls known as the Drina Martyrs, who stood firm in the face of adversity along the Drina river. With each stop, you'll delve deeper into the rich tapestry of Bosnia, discovering its history, culture.
Inclusions
What's included
- Pickup out of Old town
- Drop-off in the Old Town office
- All Fees and Taxes
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Licensed guide; Transportation; AC equipped vehicle; Hotel pick-up; Hotel drop-off
What's not
- Private expenses; Food & Beverages;
- Hotel drop-off
Itinerary
Rare nature phenomenon in form of sand pyramids are more than 200 hundred years old and unlike those in Colorado, Đavolije Varoši in Serbia and the Dolomites in Italy, which have long been know attractions, these near the town Foca, are not yet. The specificity of the sand pyramids is that they become bigger and bigger over time. Due to the erosion of the sand from the base, the body of the pyramids itself is getting bigger every day. Although they do not grow, their height increases.
The Aladža Mosque (Bosnian: Aladža džamija, Turkish: Alaca Camii), also known as Šarena džamija, "Colorful Mosque", is a mosque in Foča, located in the east of Bosnia and Herzegovina. It is considered one of the most architecturally important in the European part of the Ottoman Empire, the then Rumelia, and one of the three most important mosques in Bosnia and Herzegovina, with the Gazi Husrev-beg Mosque in Sarajevo and the Ferhadija Mosque in Banja Luka. It was built in 1549 and blown up in 1992; its reconstruction was completed between 2016 and 2018.
Foca is lovely city in eastern Bosnia known for its rich Ottoman heritage as it was one of strongholds of Ottomans in the Balkans. City lies on the banks of two rivers which are flowing through three national parks and first city they meet is Foca.
Gorazde i industrial city in Eastern Bosnia rich in history. City lies on the banks of River Drina and it is place which together with Sarajevo had long siege during Bosnian war. We will meet people, explore city and learn about resistance in this town and Bridge built under bridge as a corridor during siege.
This are frontlines and positons of Soldiers who kept Gorazde 4 years under the siege.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Reviews
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Know before you go
- Meeting point
- Situated in the heart of Sarajevo, Gazi Husrev-begova street is really easy to find. After you walk by Gazi Husrev-bey Bezistan, turn left and at the top of the street, on it's left side you will find our office which is the usual starting point for most of our tours.
- Pickup
- Pickup is offered, or you can meet at the starting point.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Group size
- Up to 20 travellers
- Operated by
- Meet Bosnia Travel
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
How it compares in Sarajevo
- Its from-price is 33% above the median of the 22 city tours we list in Sarajevo.
- It is longer than most of them.
- By number of reviews it ranks 13 of 22.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Sarajevo
Sarajevo, capital of Bosnia and Herzegovina, lies in a mountain-ringed valley where Ottoman bazaars meet Austro-Hungarian boulevards.
Sarajevo follows the Miljacka River through a long valley with steep green hills on either side. Baščaršija, the old Ottoman bazaar, has copper workshops, tea houses and the Sebilj, a wooden fountain, and the Gazi Husrev-beg Mosque dates from the 1530s. West of it, the streets turn to Austro-Hungarian façades and cafés, so that a mosque, a Catholic cathedral, an Orthodox church and a synagogue all stand within a short walk.
Top-ranked sights in Sarajevo: Sarajevo Tunnel (Tunel Spasa), Sarajevo Olympic Bobsleigh and Luge Track, Latin Bridge (Latinska Ćuprija).
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