Sarajevo Tunnel

Sarajevo Tunnel

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Sarajevo: Bosnian & Yugoslav Wars Tour with Tunnel Museum

Sarajevo: Bosnian & Yugoslav Wars Tour with Tunnel Museum

Start your tour with transportation to the War Tunnel Museum. On the way (25-30 minutes) receive a short introduction to the topics of the war and see important sites and buildings with your own eyes, which you will later hear about again in the museum. Arrive at the Tunnel of Hope, learn about the position of the museum and its famous mark in front of the entrance named "Sarajevo Rose". After seeing a short movie, a one-hour-long presentation starts, which will explain the fall of Yugoslavia, the war in Slovenia, Croatia, Bosnia, and Herzegovina, and the creation and importance of the tunnel.  After the Tunnel, head toward the 1984 Olympic mountain Trebević, which is the closest mountain to the center of Sarajevo and was part of the front line during the siege of Sarajevo. At the site, you have the opportunity to see and walk in the destroyed hotel of Osmice. From there experience the most beautiful panoramic views of Sarajevo which unfortunately were also the main positions of the enemy army.     Just under the Trebevic Mountain lies the second largest Jewish cemetery in Europe. The cemetery contains unique shaped tombstones that can only be seen in Bosnia and Herzegovina. It is believed their shape is influenced by medieval Bosnian tombstones that are named "Stecak". Head towards the old Ottoman part of the city to visit the Yellow Fortress. The last stop of the tour is the "Shehidi" (Martyr) cemetery, the resting place of the soldiers that gave their life for independent Bosnia and Herzegovina. In the heart of the cemetery lies the grave of the first Bosnian president Alija Izetbegovic.

Sarajevo: Tunnel of Hope Tour - Survival and Resilience

Sarajevo: Tunnel of Hope Tour - Survival and Resilience

Tour Overview Embark on a powerful journey through Sarajevo’s wartime history with our Tunnel of Hope Tour. Once a city of Olympic pride in 1984, Sarajevo became the site of the longest siege in modern warfare just eight years later. This 2.5-hour tour reveals the incredible resilience and courage of its people, showcasing the critical role the Tunnel of Hope played in their survival. The highlight of this tour is undoubtedly the Tunnel of Hope Museum, a hidden underground passage that connected Sarajevo to the outside world during its darkest days. This lifeline provided essential supplies, communication, and hope to the besieged city. Gain exclusive insights into daily life under siege, hear firsthand accounts of survival, and explore the indomitable spirit of Sarajevo. What You Will Learn • The strategic importance of the Tunnel of Hope during the Sarajevo Siege. • Insights into daily life under siege, including how residents coped with danger and scarcity. • The broader context of the Bosnian War and its profound impact on Sarajevo’s people and culture. • Personal stories of resilience, ingenuity, and the collective effort to defy isolation. What Sets Our Tour Apart? This tour goes beyond the surface to connect you with Sarajevo’s soul. Led by knowledgeable local guides, it combines historical insights, personal stories, and visits to critical sites like the Tunnel of Hope Museum. Experience the resilience of Sarajevo’s people and gain a deeper understanding of the city’s triumph over adversity. This is not just a tour—it’s a journey into the heart of human courage and ingenuity.

Sarajevo: Bosnian War & Fall of Yugoslavia Tour with Tunnel

Sarajevo: Bosnian War & Fall of Yugoslavia Tour with Tunnel

Join us for a comprehensive guided car tour and explore Sarajevo's war history. Our tour offers unique insights into the challenging four-year period when the city and its residents faced constant bombing threats. You will have the opportunity to visit key locations from the 1992 to 1995 war, following the Siege of Sarajevo. Our tour also includes observing remnants of monuments that have been strategically preserved as reminders, emphasizing the collective commitment to preventing such events from recurring. Enhance your understanding of wartime experiences with a narrative about the Tunnel of Hope, accompanied by a short movie created during that period. Take a moment for contemplation at the site of one of the largest massacres at Markale Market. Then, proceed to the Yellow Fortress to witness the best panorama of Sarajevo. Your friendly tour guide will provide insights into the dissolution of Yugoslavia and how Sarajevo came under siege. Let's continue the tour by car to the Olympic complex and its cemetery. Here, we can learn about its role as the host of the 1984 Olympic Games, just a few years before the Bosnian War unfolded. This immersive experience will provide us with a deeper understanding of the historical events that shaped Sarajevo during this tumultuous period.

Sarajevo: War Tour with Tunnel of Hope and Trebevic Mountain

Sarajevo: War Tour with Tunnel of Hope and Trebevic Mountain

Travel back to the bygone war times on a war and history tour of Sarajevo with a hassle-free pickup from your hotel included. Visit the Tunnel of Hope War Museum, Sniper Alley, and Yellow Fortress, learning about these landmarks from your local guide on the way. Take a comfortable ride from the hotel to the first stop of this experience, the Tunnel of Hope. Wander through its passages and learn about the important role it had throughout the siege. Listen to stories of how it transported supplies and people during the war. Pass through the Sniper Alley, and take in the Yugoslav-era structures that bear the scars of the wars. Upon reaching the Yellow Fortress, be treated to a captivating view of Sarajevo's landscape. Listen to stories about the siege and how this fortress defended against enemy forces. Stop by the grave of Sarajevo's Romeo and Juliet, an emotional representation of love during the siege. Pass by the Chapel of Princip Gavrilo, gaining insights into the Sarajevo Assassination and the beginning of World War 1. Stop at the Latin Bridge, a symbolic landmark filled with historic events. Finally, gear up for a cable car trip to Trebević mountain, a frontline historical place that played a significant role during Sarajevo's Bosnian War. Enjoy at views of the Olympic Mountains before wrapping up the experience. Find yourself rewinding the moments of the day as you return to the old downtown.

Sarajevo: A Siege Story - The Tunnel of Hope Experience

Sarajevo: A Siege Story - The Tunnel of Hope Experience

Tour Overview Join the Times of Misfortune Tour to uncover the powerful and moving history of Sarajevo during the 1990s Siege of Sarajevo and the fall of Yugoslavia. This 3.5-hour Sarajevo war tour offers a comprehensive look at the siege that tested the city’s spirit, visiting key sites that tell the story of endurance and resilience. Begin your journey at the Yellow Fortress, where stunning views provide the backdrop for an introduction to the siege's origins and Sarajevo’s early defense efforts. Pass through historically significant locations such as Sniper Alley and the Sarajevo Maternity Hospital, where medical staff became unsung heroes. The tour culminates at the Tunnel of Hope Museum, an underground passage that symbolized Sarajevo’s survival. This tour is a deep dive into a city's courage during one of its darkest periods. What You Will Learn • The broader implications of the fall of Yugoslavia and its impact on Sarajevo’s struggles. • How the 1990s Siege of Sarajevo forced residents to endure danger and scarcity daily. • The pivotal role of the Tunnel of Hope in sustaining Sarajevo’s population and spirit. • Stories of bravery and resilience from citizens, medical staff, and community leaders. • The history behind Sarajevo’s war-torn landmarks, including Sniper Alley and Markale Market. What Sets Our Tour Apart? This tour offers more than a historical recount; it provides a window into the human stories behind the headlines. With passionate local guides, you’ll gain firsthand insights into Sarajevo’s wartime resilience, explore key landmarks, and connect deeply with the city’s legacy of courage. The highlight is the Tunnel of Hope Museum, a living testament to Sarajevo’s ingenuity and determination.

Sarajevo: Guided City Highlights Tour with Sarajevo Tunnel

Sarajevo: Guided City Highlights Tour with Sarajevo Tunnel

War tunnel in Sarajevo is one of the most popular tours provided by Meet Bosnia Tours. Learn about the Sarajevo’s history from a local licensed a guide and hear stories about the life during the war. Visit Sniper Alley and the War Tunnel, passing by the City Hall of Sarajevo, Latin Bridge, the Defenders’ Cemetery, Olympic Stadium Kosevo, Republic of Srpska, etc. Hotel pick-up is available, if required. From the stories of our experienced Sarajevo local guides, you will be able to understand better the rich and sometimes violent history of this city and the whole Balkan region. The facts presented in this war tour are delivered from an intellectual perspective, very insightful if you want to learn about what it was like to have been affected by the war, as well as the big picture of these tragic events. Total Duration: 100 - 150 minutes: * Meet Bosnia Travel - Sarajevo Tours, Days Out, Excursions and Activities, Gazi Husrev begova 75 at crossroad of Mula Mustafa Baseskija and, Gazi Husrev-begova, Sarajevo 71000, Bosnia and Herzegovina, 10 minutes * Pijaca Markale, Mula Mustafa Baseskije, Sarajevo 71000 Bosnia and Herzegovina, pass by without stopping * Sniper Alley, Sarajevo Bosnia and Herzegovina, 15 minutes * Sarajevo City Hall, Obala Kulina Bana, Sarajevo 71000 Bosnia and Herzegovina, pass by without stopping * Bascarsija, Sarajevo 71000 Bosnia and Herzegovina, pass by without stopping * Sarajevo War Tunnel, Tuneli 1 Ilidža - Donji Kotorac, Sarajevo 71210 Bosnia and Herzegovina, 2 hours * Meet Bosnia Travel - Sarajevo Tours, Days Out, Excursions and Activities, Gazi Husrev begova 75 at crossroad of Mula Mustafa Baseskija and, Gazi Husrev-begova, Sarajevo 71000, Bosnia and Herzegovina, 10 minutes Note: Admission tickets are not included in the price. The cost for adults is 7.5€, for students it's 2.5€. Please note that tickets have to be paid additionally in the local currency, i.e., 15 KM for adults and 5 KM for students, at the Tunnel of Hope.

Sarajevo: Best of Sarajevo - All Inclusive Full Day Tour

Sarajevo: Best of Sarajevo - All Inclusive Full Day Tour

After meeting with your group and guide, you will begin your 3-part, best of Sarajevo tour. You will begin by admiring the symbols of the Austro-Hungarian rule, hearing the story of the Spite House. You will then move on to discover the heart of the Ottoman rule, Sarajevo’s Bascarsija, before drinking water from the Sebilj Fountain. Moving on, you can pray in one of the four big houses of God in Sarajevo, and find out why people call it a “European Jerusalem”. You will then learn about the local hospitality over a cup of Bosnian coffee, whilst sharing the importance and the meaning of its consumption. Next, you will learn about the 14th Olympic Winter Games which were held in Sarajevo from February 8th to 19th, 1984. It was the first Winter Olympics to be held in a communist country, and on this tour you can see the place where the opening ceremony took place whilst discovering what the Olympic Games meant for the people of Sarajevo. You will be taken to the breathtaking Olympic mountain Trebević and have a chance to walk down the ruined bobsled and enjoy the amazing views of Sarajevo. For the final stage of your tour, you will begin a war tour. You can find out what it was like to live without food, water, electricity and gas, as well as how the children were going to school and what the culture and sports scene was like throughout war. Upon arrival at the Tunnel Museum, you will pass through 20 meters of the original tunnel, before watching a movie about the war in Sarajevo upon which the guide will explain the role of the tunnel during the siege, its construction and its methods of use.

Sarajevo Grand Tour: Walking Tour, War Tunnel, Olympic Sites

Sarajevo Grand Tour: Walking Tour, War Tunnel, Olympic Sites

Travelers that want a comprehensive overview of Sarajevo shouldn't miss this citywide guided tour, combining walking and driving, so you can see all the top sights. From historic churches, mosques and markets of the Old Town, to a museum commemorating the Siege of Sarajevo, visitors get an overview of the city, its history, and culture. Highlights include exploring the older parts of the city, taking in views from Trebevic Mountain, and sipping an included Bosnian coffee. Explore Sarajevo on this comprehensive, small-group sightseeing tour Visit top sights, from the Ottoman Old Town through Austro - Hungarian City Center towards brutalist Yugoslav archithecure. See more than a typical tour, since you walk and drive to top attractions. On this tour we cover History and Culture, War times, Nature and Olympics. Don't worry about getting around, with pickup by private vehicle included

Mostar: Sarajevo Grand Tour with Tunnel of Hope Museum

Mostar: Sarajevo Grand Tour with Tunnel of Hope Museum

The first stop on your tour will be the city of Konjic, one of the oldest towns in the country with archaeological traces dating back 4,000 years. The written documents date way back from 14th century, but the appearance of the town as it stands today started to form once the Ottomans came onto the scene. Utilizing a well-maintained road, you will then weave through a landscape of beautiful Bosnian canyons, mountains, lakes, and historic towns to reach Sarajevo. Your second stop is the most famous museum: the Tunnel of Hope. There you will learn about the position of the museum and its famous mark in front of the entrance named "Sarajevo Rose". After seeing a short movie, a 1-hour long presentation starts which will explain the fall of Yugoslavia, the war in Slovenia, Croatia, and Bosnia and Herzegovina, and the creation and importance of the tunnel.  Following the tunnel, you'll advance towards the 1984 Olympics mountain of Trebević. It is the closest mountain to the center of Sarajevo and was part of the front line during the siege of Sarajevo. At this site you will have the opportunity to see and walk on the former bobsleigh and luge track, experiencing the most beautiful panoramic views of Sarajevo which unfortunately were also the main positions of the enemy army.   Just under the Trebevic Mountain lies the second-largest Jewish cemetery in Europe. The cemetery contains unique-shaped tombstones that can only be seen in Bosnia and Herzegovina. It is believed their shape is influenced by medieval Bosnian tombstones named "Stecak". Once finished with the Jewish Cemetery, you will head to Sarajevo Old Town for a traditional Bosnian lunch. Following lunch the best way to explore the city is a walking tour. Your tour guide will accentuate to you a combination of Oriental, European, and Yugoslav influences, which create uniqueness and beauty seen nowhere else but Sarajevo. You'll see Muslim, Catholic Christian, Orthodox Christian, and Jewish architecture just a few minutes away from each other, whilst listening to Muslim calls to prayer at the same time as the sound of bells from nearby churches. You'll learn about the assassination that triggered World War I, as well as how Muslims and Jews protected each other through the different wars. At the conclusion of your scenic and education experience, it will be time to return to Mostar.

From Dubrovnik: Sarajevo and Mostar Private Full-Day Tour

From Dubrovnik: Sarajevo and Mostar Private Full-Day Tour

Your guide will pick you up at your hotel early in the morning. The first stop is a tiny town called Pocitelj. Built in the 15th century, discover its cultural center and strategic military outpost, which changed hands three times between competing empires.   Thirty kilometers down the road, Mostar is the next destination on the route. Walking the medieval cobbled streets of Mostar, you can see a mix of European and Ottoman culture and often hear the Adhan (Islamic call to prayer) and ringing of church bells at the same time. Do some souvenir shopping in the old bazaar, climb the minaret of a beautiful mosque and taste the traditional dessert baklava with Turkish coffee before continuing towards the capital.   Get off the beaten path for an exclusive taste of the famous local cuisine, jablanicka (roasted lamb), which is slow cooked on a spit over a fire. The story of Sarajevo is colorful, sad and inspiring. Visit old bunkers on the nearly mountain of Trebevic and enjoy the best panorama view of the city. Walk through the Tunnel of Hope and hear about the history of this amazing city and the invincible spirit of its people. During your free time in Sarajevo, don’t forget to try the world’s best cevapi (a minced meat dish) and a cup of Turkish coffee before heading back to Dubrovnik.

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The tour was absolutely fantastic. My son, a twenty-one year old passionate about history and international politics, was impressed and struck by the competence and preparation of our guide Enes with whom we spent 4 unforgettable hours. Visiting places where such dramatic events of a history so close to us happened is something deeply touching and exciting; but when that story is told to you in the first person by those who lived it, it is even more engaging. I sincerely recommend taking this tour to complete the visit of a wonderful city like Sarajevo. Thanks again Enes for your enthusiasm and your professionalism.

The Sarajevo tour led by ADIS provided me with a great insight into what it was really like to experience the siege of Sarajevo from someone who lived through it. ADIS was a very professional and experienced guide that answered all the questions that we asked him and ensured that we had a great experience. I would highly recommend this tour to anyone who wants to gain a deeper understanding of what it was like during the war as well as getting excellent views of the city and the surroundings.

I would like to thank Adnan our tour guide for an excellent and informative tour. He talked us through his experience of the war and answered all my relentless questions. I admire the work he is doing now as a peace activist and wish him all the best in the future.

This was a great tour! Almir my tour guide, shared his own personal experience which was very sad to hear but certainly insightful. I would recommend this tour if you want to get a good understanding about the Bosnian war.

Our tour guide, Enes, was honest with his perspective and very knowledgeable. He is worth requesting.