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War Times Experience in Sarajevo - Half Day Tour

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Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina
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3 to 4 hours (approx.)
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Offered in: English
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Overview

The Siege of Sarajevo was one of the key events of the Bosnian War and the longest siege in modern history. You will learn historical facts with great personal insights on war happenings in Bosnia and Herzegovina and its capital of Sarajevo. You'll get to see the aftermath of the war, and how people are living nowadays.

What's Included

  • Bottled water
  • WiFi on board
  • Hotel pickup (if required by guests who stay out of the Old Town of Sarajevo)
  • Lunch
  • Entry/Admission - Sarajevo War Tunnel
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Kovači 25
Sarajevo 71000, Bosnia and Herzegovina

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Sniper Alley (pass by)

You will witness the street infamous for killings that took place on it during the siege of Sarajevo and understand why is it called "Sniper Alley"
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Butmir (pass by)

Will pass the part of the town on the "other" side of Sarajevo during the war.
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Istocno Novo Sarajevo (pass by)

Experience crossing an "imaginary" border between two entities in Bosnia and Herzegovina: Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina & Republic of Srpska 4 times along the route to mountain Trebevic.Disclaimer: No need to bring passports, this is purely one of the absurdities in our country that needs to be experienced but without any repercussions.
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Jewish Cemetery Sarajevo

See where snipers were positioned and from where they were shooting at the citizens of Sarajevo during the siege.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Trebevic Mountain

Site of the first line during the siege of the city during the Bosnian War. Visit the hotel ruins, once the sites of the main positions and command center of the sieging army.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

The Yellow Fortress

On this spot, we will see the most beautiful panorama of Sarajevo while the tour guide introduces the tour and the Sarajevo Siege. Visible from the fortress is an important defenders' cemetery.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Sarajevo War Tunnel

Short educational tour and presentation about the Bosnian War, and creation of the War Tunnel.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infant seats are available for rent
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the War Times Experience in Sarajevo – Half Day Tour?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-167019P1

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What's Included

Activity name

  • Bottled water
  • WiFi on board
  • Hotel pickup (if required by guests who stay out of the Old Town of Sarajevo)
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Driver/Guide
  • Lunch
  • Entry/Admission - Sarajevo War Tunnel

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infant seats are available for rent
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers

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