From Sarajevo: Srebrenica Genocide Memorial Study Tour
- 10 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- Guided in English
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
Explore the Bosnian community of Srebrenica on a full-day tour from Sarajevo, delving into the tragic events of the 1995 massacre and its ongoing legacy. Gain a deeper understanding of the war in Bosnia in the 90s, and the heart-wrenching stories of those who lived through it. Srebrenica, the site of the worst atrocity in Europe since the end of World War II, is a must-visit for those seeking a more comprehensive understanding of this historic period. On this tour, pay your respects at the massacre memorial and cemetery, and hear moving accounts of survivors of the genocide. You'll come away with a new perspective on this human tragedy and the impact it had on the region. Round-trip transport between Srebrenica and Sarajevo is included, taking care of all logistics, so you can focus on the emotional and thought-provoking experience. Join us on this powerful tour and gain a greater appreciation of this pivotal moment in history.
Inclusions
What's included
- Hotel pickup - Outside of the Old Town
- Professional guide
- Drop-off in the Old Town office
- Driver/guide
What's not
- Food and drinks
- Hotel Drop-off
Itinerary
The Meet Bosnia Tours agency is the starting point for our Srebrenica Study Tour. Tour starts at 8 amPrior to the tour, we can arrange the pick-up location of your choice for added convenience.
Welcome to our tour to the City of Srebrenica, a place with a complex history that has shaped the region Our first stop is at the battery factory, which was utilized by UN forces during the war in Bosnia. Here, we will visit the Museum of Srebrenica Genocide, one of the most modern museums in Bosnia and Herzegovina. The curator will personally guide us through the museum and share first-hand experiences of survival in the Srebrenica enclave. The museum is equipped with multimedia facilities that include a selection of movies to help you comprehend the events that led to the worst atrocity in Europe since World War II. We will then visit the Memorial Room, where we will listen to stories of the victims, as narrated by a local journalist. A section of the Memorial Room is dedicated to the perpetrators of the massacre.
Our journey will then take us to the city of Srebrenica, a once-thriving industrial hub and one of the oldest settlements of people, now a ghost city. This is where we will have lunch, as there are limited dining options in the vicinity. Join us on this unforgettable tour to gain a deeper appreciation of the history and culture of the City of Srebrenica, and how it has shaped the region.
. We will embark on a scenic two and a half hour drive from Sarajevo, passing through a breathtaking mountainous area of Eastern Bosnia. As we take in the picturesque landscapes, our knowledgeable guide will share detailed stories about "The Fall of Yugoslavia" to provide you with a better understanding of the Srebrenica genocide.
The Memorial Cemetery is also part of our visit, where you can pay your respects to the identified victims, with a count of 6575 to date, and this number continues to rise every year. The memorial was officially opened by former US President, Bill Clinton in 2003 as a . From that year, there were successive burials of hundreds of victims every year. The atrocity was on such a massive scale that victims are still being disinterred from mass graves in the area and barried.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Reviews
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5Why?
An emotionally moving tour, a place of collective memory and human brutality. The guide was simply fantastic: friendly, personable, kind, helpful, and extremely knowledgeable; they explained 50 years of Bosnian history in great detail. A huge thank you to the guide and to all of you for the excellent organization.
5Insightful and memorable. Highly recommend.
We were fortunate to visit Srebrenica with an extraordinary guide Almir who lived through those very difficult times (Lonely Planet has a nice profile about him which he never advertised). He is very thoughtful, knowledgeable, compassionate, and funny. His life and perspectives are quite inspiring. His jokes are quite sharp. Gave insightful answers to both history and present day society. Amazing learning experience.
5A must do tour with an incredible guide
Srebrenica is not an easy subject, but Ayoub at Meet Bosnia helped to deconstruct and put things in context, thereby ensuring I got the most out of the study tour. The ensembe of four museums is fabulous with the one funded by the Turkish government one of the very best in the world: grand in scale, state of the art, poignant storytelling, and incredible aesthetics. The cemetery next door provides closure to a painful, but integral part of Bosnia and Herzegovina's modern history. It is a tour one must not miss if one wants to truly understand this beautiful country.
5Superb tour of Srebrenica
This tour was superb. My guide (Ayoub) was so well-read, intelligent, and engaging. He built a strong dynamic within the group and ensured that the entire day was intellectually stimulating, despite the heaviness of the subject matter.
5BK Sebrenica genocide
The itinerary was excellent. The visit to the Srebrenica Genocide Memorial and cemetery was very moving. The guide, Sanad, was very good and knowledgeable. He was very considerate and sensitive about controversial issues, which put everyone at ease. The Srebrenica Genocide Memorial official guide was considerate in warning the audience about sensitive issues. The pace was good. It was a well-presented reminder to humanity.
5Nothing but Love and Kindness towards Bonsia and its people.
Incredible and notable experience going through the struggle and visiting the scars that affected this beautiful country and its people. The tour agency explained anf guided through everything smoothly and giving an enriching experience.
Know before you go
- Meeting point
- Our office is located at Gazi Husrev begova 75 (on the crossroad of Gazi Husrev begova street and Mula Mustafe Bašeskije street).
- Pickup
- Pickup is offered, or you can meet at the starting point.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Group size
- Up to 8 travellers
- Operated by
- Meet Bosnia Travel
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
How it compares in Sarajevo
- Its from-price is close to the median of the 114 day trips we list in Sarajevo.
- Its length is typical for the group.
- By number of reviews it ranks 4 of 114.
- 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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