Hiking, rafting, waterfalls in Bosnia PLUS Dubrovnik medieval town LONG WEEKEND

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This long weekend really does have it all - option to visit the famous medieval coastal city of Dubrovnik, known for Game of Thrones, a water rafting journey in the gorges and mountains of Bosnia, visit the breath-taking Kravice Waterfalls, stay in and explore the gorgeous town of Mostar and it's iconic medieval bridge, markets and picture postcard setting and visit an ancient Dervish monastery.

Oh and we have some great hiking too AND all of this packed into a long weekend adventure and to finish off we take you to Dubrovnik - the ancient pearl of the Adriatic sea and a UNESCO World Heritage site. This is a must do trip for the thrill seekers looking to escape for an action packed weekend.

HIGHLIGHTS

• Whitewater rafting on a mountain river
• Hike one of the most unspoilt mountains in Eastern Europe - Mt Čvrsnica, where we reach 2000m
• Stay 2 nights in a hotel in Blidinje Nature Park and spend 1 night in a hotel in Mostar - all with ensuite twin bedded rooms
• Stay in and explore the medieval city of Mostar with Ottoman influences, see the local artisans work and taste the traditional Bosnian cuisine
• Visit the nearly 600 years old Blagaj Tekke monastery perched by a river and cliff
• Visit the stunning natural Kravice Waterfalls where you can also swim
• Self explore the walled medieval city of Dubrovnik - a setting for Game of Thrones
• Visit two countries - both Bosnia and Croatia
• Only 2 days off work are required

HOLIDAY DESCRIPTION

A wonderful blend of Ottoman and Slavic culture, Bosnia is one of Europe’s best kept secrets and is a true gem with both untouched wilderness and genuine and deep human warmth. On our way we stop at Blagaj Tekija - a Dervish monastery, founded during the height of the Ottoman empire and have lunch in a restaurant on the banks of the river. After our first taste of the Bosnian culture, the trip continues to Blidinje Nature Park where we spend the next two nights.

We take a transfer to Neretva River - a Bosnian rafting hotspot. Rafting is a must do activity in Bosnia - better experienced than described. Feel the water rapids with the help of professional instructors and enjoy the picturesque views of the river banks on our adventure as we travel through the mountains and deep gorges. After our river journey, we will indulge in a local lunch. Time permitting we then take a gentle stroll around the Blidinje Lake, famous for its rich flora and fauna as we pass mountain farming communities.

On the next day we continue with a panoramic hike among ancient pine and fir woods of the stunning Mt Čvrsnica. We enjoy stunning views on our trail to Lake Crvenjak, famous for the numerous endemic plants in this area. We reach the culmination of the day - the natural phenomenon Hajducka Vrata, a stone made ring formation. We head onto Mostar for our final night as we taste some typical local dishes and enjoy the city lights at night and can visit some of the street terrace cafes.

We start the final day with a tour among the cobblestoned streets of Mostar where the local artisans sell their wares. On your way to Dubrovnik before crossing the border to Croatia we break our journey at Kravice Waterfalls where you can dip into a crystal clear lake. We drop you off at Dubrovnik airport where the trip ends. You can extend your stay by a night to self explore this medieval coastal town, walking between the ancient walls and see all this unique medieval town has to offer.

ITINERARY

Thursday

Our adventure starts at Dubrovnik airport as we transfer to the Blidinje Nature Park. On the way we stop at Blagaj Tekija where we see Bosnia’s oldest Dervish monastery. Situated on the banks of Buna River and nestled by the cliffs, the site is a beautiful example of Ottoman architecture. In the evening we arrive at a hotel near Blidinje Lake where we have dinner and time to relax, enjoy our surroundings and get to know each other.

Friday

This morning is saved for a must do adventure - a rafting journey on the Neretva River (which has several rapids sections). Learn some paddle techniques, have a lot of fun, get wet and then rest under the sun rays while rewarding ourselves with a locally sourced lunch. In the afternoon we have a short but lovely gentle walk at Blidinje Lake which is a great chance to get to know the surrounding rural area and farming villages before going back to the hotel for dinner.

Saturday

Hike: Mt Čvrsnica, Lake Crvenjak, Hajducka Vrata
Distance: 10-11 miles (17km)
Grading: Tough/Mountain
Ascent: 1200m
Hiking time: 7 to 8 hours

Today we have a tough but scenic hike in the astonishing Blidinje Nature Park. We start with an ascent to the imposing Mt Cvrsnica. The trail leads us among beautiful tranquil forests to the mountain Lake Crvenjak. Relish the crystal clear waters then continue until we reach the extraordinary rock formation Hajducka Vrata. Here we truly enjoy the awe inspiring vistas of the Nature Park. After the hike we are transferred to Mostar for our last night where we will enjoy some delicious local food.

Please note - if you would like to skip the tough hike you are welcome to do a quad biking adventure in the mountains (at your own cost plus transfer cost)

Sunday

After breakfast, we have time to visit the local arts and craft markets of Mostar before departure. Next we have a stop for a swim at Kravice Waterfalls. We then travel to Dubrovnik where our trip ends.

COST & PAYMENT

This trip is £445. Click “Attend” and pay the £100 deposit by Paypal. The remainder is due by bank transfer within 7 days, we will send bank details once we receive your booking.

Trip payments are non-refundable and non-transferable. When the trip is sold out fully paid spaces can be advertised to the same gender, for details: FAQ

START AND END TIME

Times are local time i.e. the times for Croatia are in Croatian time.

We suggest an inbound group flight below, for anyone on this flight or at the airport at this time we arrange a complimentary transfer to the accommodation at 11am. If you arrive after this time, you will need to make your own way to the accommodation and we can wait for the suggested flight only - if delayed.

Inbound flight 02.10.2025
EasyJet 6:50am from London Gatwick (LGW) to Dubrovnik (DBV) landing at 10:35am
Flight: EZY8601

RETURN

Trip ends at Dubrovnik airport in the late afternoon/evening. You can choose a later a flight after 9pm due to the risk of delays or events out of our control (e.g. traffic, accidents, road closures, border crossing etc), but we advise you to extend your stay for a night and enjoy this fascinating city.

FOOD

Breakfast, lunch and dinner will be provided each day, except breakfast on arrival and lunch and dinner on the last day.

All mainstream dietary requirements can be catered for, but will be a more limited choice.

We need to be aware of all dietary requirements prior to booking, please email us first to check if they can be catered for: info@outdooraholics.co.uk

THE PRICE INCLUDES:

• 3 nights in twin ensuite hotel rooms
• 3 breakfasts, 3 dinners and 3 lunches
• Bosnian/English speaking mountain guides who are also Qualified Outdoor First Aiders
• Professional rafting instructors
• Rafting equipment hire
• All travel for the hiking days and transfers by private air conditioned minibus
• Complimentary airport transfers at the start of the trip
• Transfer to Dubrovnik airport on the last day of the trip
• Compliance with the 2018 Package Travel Regulations including Financial protection

THE PRICE EXCLUDES:

• Flights
• Meals other than the above mentioned
• Drinks and personal expenses
• Kravice Waterfalls entrance fee (about 10 Euros per person)
• Travel insurance

INSURANCE

It is essential that you have travel insurance that covers the cost of emergency medical treatment and also the activity of of hiking (up to 2300m in this case) and also the activity of rafting grade 3 (grade 2 to 3 water level dependant). It is also recommended that this covers illness, cancellation and curtailment. You will be required to provide a copy of this before the trip. Without it we cannot accept you onto the trip and no refund will be due in this case.

Outdooraholics cannot verify policies or what they cover so please confirm with your insurer. The guide accepting your policy is not an indication that we confirm it is valid or covers what we list, only your insurers can confirm this.

There are lots of insurers who cover hiking and a range of adventure sports and activities, for example the BMC: LINK

You will also need to ensure you have all valid documents to visit this country including a passport and Visa if you require one. Croatia (the country of arrival and departure) is within the EU, Bosnia is not.

SAFETY - This trip is led by a trained hike leader and qualified Outdoor Activity First Aider as well as the rafting by professional skippers. Outdoor activities involve a risk of personal injury. Please bring suitable hiking footwear and hiking clothes such as warm clothes, waterproof jacket and trousers - CLOTHING TIPS

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