Mostar

Pregled

Enjoy the enchantment of one of the most famous cities in Bosnia and Herzegovina, well-known Mostar, situated on the riverside of the Neretva.

“Of all the things created and built by humankind as a part of life’s effort, nothing in my mind is better or worthier than bridges. They are more important than houses, more sacred, and more universal than temples. They belong to all and treat all alike; they are useful, always built for a purpose, at a spot where most human needs entwine; they are more durable than other buildings and serve no secret or evil purpose.”

Ivo Andrić

Mostar is situated in a beautiful valley surrounded by steep mountains. It is the sunniest town in the whole Europe. What makes this city recognizable is the Old Bridge, constructed in the time of the Ottoman Empire. Part of the UNESCO World Heritage Sites, the Old bridge represents a masterpiece of the famous 16th century architect Mimar Hajrudin.
Name Mostar originates from mostari (Bridge guardians). The famous writer, Noble prize winner Ivo Andric had written: “Of all the things created and built by humankind as a part of life’s effort, nothing in my opinion is better or worthier than bridges. They are more important than houses, more sacred, and more universal than temples. They belong to all and treat all alike; they are useful, always built for a purpose, at a spot where most human needs interwine; they are more durable than other buildings and serve no secret or evil purpose.”
To feel the taste of a small, sunny, magical town, to experience diversity and reconciliation of different nations and religions, to absorb the history and culture in one day, along with widely known hospitality of local people and flavour of homemade, national cuisine – Mostar is all of that!

Departure from Herceg Novi is at 7:00 am. On the way to Mostar, we pass through the birthplace of St. Basil (Sveti Vasilije) and the small towns of Ljubinje and Stolac, with short breaks along the way. We reach Mostar around 12:00 pm, where the Old Town reveals its rich history through the beautiful Old Bridge, Kalebija Tower, Clock Tower, Curved Bridge and the Mostar old bazaar — Kujundziluk — with its numerous gift shops and craft workshops. After a guided city tour you will have free time to explore at your own pace. We then continue our journey via Trebinje, where there will be another short break, before heading back. Return to Herceg Novi is planned around 8:00 pm.