Experience Overview
Zagreb to Sarajevo — where magical mountains, stunning coastlines, lush forests, and lively cities come together in one unforgettable trip. Is this the perfect balance of adventure and fun? We think so. Cruise along the coast, sipping regional beers and tasting local dishes before hitting the town for nights you won’t forget. Snap Insta-worthy pics at Plitvice Lakes, head out on a jeep safari, and explore historic landmarks with your new crew. Adventure, culture, parties — what else could you possibly need? Let’s do this.
Highlights
- Scramble around medieval fortresses
- Visit stunning Plitvice Lakes National Park
- Take in sweeping countryside views of the Balkans
- Explore Diocletian’s Palace on a guided tour
- Witness the beauty of wild horses on a sunset jeep safari
- Bask in the awe inspiring white house and turquoise blue waters at the spring and dervish house in Blagaj
- Immerse yourself in local culture at an old Ottoman stone town and art colony
Trip Details
Product Code: 20689
Tour Type: Small Group
Accommodation: Basic
Transport: Public bus, private bus, ferry, walking
Guide Language: English
Travel Styles: 18 - 39 Year Olds Only, Budget
Supplier Code: ECZH
Starts: Zagreb, Croatia
Finishes: Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina
Duration: 13 days
Departures: Guaranteed
Physical rating: Light
Includes
Activities
- Your Welcome Moment: Meet Your CEO and Group Your First Night Out Moment: Connect With New Friends Your Big Night Out Moment: Split Your Foodie Moment: Sarajevo Food Tour, Sarajevo Your Big Night Out Moment: Sarajevo
- Orientation walk in Zagreb
- Entrance to Plitvice Lakes National Park
- Day trip to Hvar
- Guided tour of Diocletian's Palace (Split)
- Evening orientation walk in Split
- Tvrdoš Monastery Visit and Wine Tasting
- Trebinje orientation walk
- Explore the Počitelj Fortress and art colony
- Visit Kravica Waterfall
- Take a sunset jeep safari in search of wild horses
- BBQ dinner and bonfire in Livno
- See the Dervish Monastery and explore Blagaj
- Guided walking tour of Mostar
- Whitewater rafting on the Neretva River with bbq lunch
- Transport to/from all included activities and between all destinations
Accommodation
- Hotels and guesthouses (6 its, twin share), hostels (6 nts, some multi-share with 3-8 people)
- 7 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 1 dinner
Transport
- Public bus, private bus, ferry, walking
Group Leader
- CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout, local guides.
Price
Price per person: (Double Occupancy) CAD $3379 (CAD $260 /day)
Itinerary
Day 1: Zagreb
Welcome to Croatia's capital – where river meets mountain and old meets new. Arrive at any time and for your first night out, head to one of Zagreb's many trendy bars or beer halls with your CEO and group for drinks and a good time.
Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Your opportunity to meet your CEO and fellow travellers, and learn more about your tour. Opt to join the group for a local meal afterwards. Don't forget to see the notice in the lobby (or ask reception) for the official time and place to meet up with the group.Activity - Connect with new friends on your first night out in a new destination. Only available on 18-to-Thirtysomethings tours.Accommodation - Hostel Swanky Mint
Day 2: Zagreb/Plitvice Lakes National Park
Explore Zagreb on an orientation walk before transferring to Plitvice for the night.
Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Enjoy a brief walk with your CEO. He/she will give you some tips on finding things like supermarkets, main squares, and ATMs. For more specific or in-depth information, an official guided tour is recommended.Transport - Climb aboard, grab a seat, and enjoy the ride.Accommodation - Falling Lakes Hostel
Day 3: Plitvice Lakes National Park/Split
Explore the terraced lakes, waterfalls, and hiking trails of Plitvice Lakes National Park, then travel to Split for an orientation walk upon arrival. Tonight, enjoy a Big Night Out with the group!
Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Explore the forests, crystal waters, and cascading falls of Plitvice Lakes with your CEO. Listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Croatia’s natural phenomenon of 16 interconnected lakes is a wonder to behold, explore, and provides endless photo opportunities of over 90 waterfallsFree_time - Get out and explore this beautiful park.Transport - Climb aboard, grab a seat, and enjoy the ride.Activity - Enjoy a brief walk with your CEO. He/she will give you some tips on finding things like supermarkets, main squares, and ATMs. For more specific or in-depth information, an official guided tour is recommended.Activity - Celebrate late into the night with your new travel tribe. Make your way to Bacvice Beach and stop by one of the local beach bars. You can even enjoy a swim, then head straight to the club!Accommodation - Design Hostel One
Day 4: Split
Enjoy a guided walk of Diocletian's Palace. The rest of the day is free, opt to visit the famous Zlatni Rat beach on Bol, head to Trogir or the ancient ruined city of Solin, or experience the nightlife once the sun goes down.
Exclusive inclusions: Free_time - Get out and explore Split and its surroundings.Activity - Take a guided walk around Diocletian's Palace, one of the most imposing Roman ruins in Europe. It took over 10 years to construct and is built of white stone imported from the island of Brač. Visiting this UNESCO World Heritage site is a perfect way to learn more about the history of Split.Accommodation - Design Hostel One
Day 5: Hvar/Split
Take a morning ferry to Hvar. Upon arrival, opt to enjoy the beach, visit the Hvar Fortress, or enjoy an island-hopping boat cruise that stops at secluded coves around the Pakleni Islands. Return to Split in the evening.
Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Get to the next spot on your route aboard a convenient and efficient ferry boat.Transport - Get to the next spot on your route aboard a convenient and efficient ferry boat.Accommodation - Design Hostel One
Day 6: Split/Dubrovnik
Travel to Dubrovnik. Enjoy an optional night on the town with the group.
For great atmosphere with good music, check out the East/West Beach Club. It's one of the best nighttime party spots and attracts a good crowd during the day as well.
Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Enjoy the scenery on the short ride down the coast.Free_time - Get out and explore this beautiful walled city.Accommodation - Hi Hostel Dubrovnik
Day 7: Dubrovnik/Trebinje
Say goodbye to Dubrovnik today and begin the trip across the border toward Trebinje. Visit Tvrdos Monastery and sample some local wine before a stop at Hercegovacka Temple for great views of the city. Snap photos at the Arslanagic Bridge before arriving to the hotel. After a bit of time to settle in, explore your surroundings with a CEO-led walk in the old town and then head out for an optional dinner at one of the many cafes and restaurants in the area.
Meals included: Breakfast
Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Visit this beautiful 16th century Serbian Orthodox Monastery built on the foundations of a 4th century Roman church. Taste some of the local wine before continuing on to Trebinje.Activity - Enjoy a brief walk with your CEO. He/she will give you some tips on finding things like supermarkets, main squares, and ATMs. For more specific or in-depth information, an official guided tour is recommended.Accommodation - Hotel Leotar
Day 8: Trebinje/Livno
Jump head first into some of the coolest places and experiences that Bosnia has to offer. Step back in time exploring an old Ottoman fortress turned art colony, take a dip in the refreshing waters of Kravica Waterfalls, and watch for wild horses on a sunset Jeep safari. This evening, get to know your fellow travellers better with a BBQ dinner before counting the stars around a campfire.
Meals included: Breakfast,Dinner
Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Settle in and the scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Activity - Explore Pocitelj, an old Ottoman stone town and art colony boasting beautiful views of the surrounding village. Located along the Neretva river, Pocitelj is considered an open-air museum and hold significant architectural and historic value. Artists gather from around the world to be part of the largest operating art colony in southeast Europe.Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Activity - Take a moment to enjoy the Kravica waterfalls, arguably one of the most beautiful natural sites in Bosnia and Herzegovina. Surrounded by poplars and figs, this 25 meter high waterfall is a sight to be seen.Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Activity - Hop into a Jeep and head up to the upper plateau to enjoy a sunset safari. Keep an eye out for wild horses before heading back down the mountain.Accommodation - Continental Adventure Resort
Day 9: Livno/Mostar
Set off from Livno this morning and drive south to the picturesque and historic village of Blagaj. Take in views of the Dervish Monastery, dramatically built on cliffs by the water at the mouth of the Buna River. Take a dip in the water if the weather is nice before continuing on to the nearby city of Mostar for a guided walking tour to better soak in the beauty and history, with plenty of time for photos at the iconic old bridge. The rest of the evening is free to grab a bite to eat somewhere or to relax by the river.
Meals included: Breakfast
Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Activity - This Ottoman-era building, built in 1520, is located at the base of an enormous cliff, next to a small waterfall from the Buna river. Take in the stunning blue water that's said to contain mystic properties.Activity - Join a local expert guide and set off on a walking tour of the beautiful city of Mostar and it's historic buildings and landmarks. See the iconic old bridge over the Neretva River and wander the narrow alleys lined with shops and market stalls.Accommodation - Hotel Tere
Day 10: Mostar/Konjic
Hop on a morning train to the city of Konjic and transfer to our lodge. After gearing up, get the adrenaline flowing on a white water rafting excursion on the Neretva river with your group mates before a delicious bbq lunch afterwards. Take the rest of the afternoon to relax at the lodge, explore the city or to visit Tito's Bunker for a glimpse into the former Yugoslavia's communist-era past.
If you're interested in history, take a trip down memory lane and discover secret details of the communist era in former Yogoslavia, visiting the famous ruler, Tito's, bunker.
Meals included: Breakfast,Lunch
Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Get the adrenaline pumping white water rafting on the Neretva river with expert guides. Refuel with a BBQ lunch with your new friends.Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a local train.Accommodation - Motel Vila Bijela
Day 11: Konjic/Sarajevo
Travel again by train from Konjic to Sarajevo, the vibrant capital of Bosnia and Herzegovina. There's no better way to connect with the local culture than exploring their cuisine. Head out on an immersive food tour with a local expert this morning. Step away from the tourist hot spots to experience life in Sarajevo through a local's lens. Take the rest of the day to continue exploring the city.
Meals included: Breakfast,Lunch
Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a local train.Activity - Immerse yourself in the culture by sampling traditional Bosnian flavours. Learn about the rich history while exploring important landmarks, tiny alleys, local restaurants, and hawker markets with a local expert. Discover the city beyond the tourist attractions and fill your belly; what could be better?Accommodation - Hotel Hecco
Day 12: Sarajevo
Get out and explore on a full free day in the beautiful city of Sarajevo. Dive into the history and tragic past with countless museums and culturally significant monuments, take a funicular up to the old Olympic bobsled track, pass the afternoon away at one of the many cafes, or take a hike in the Rakitnica Canyon. Regroup In the evening and head out on the town for a Big Night Out with the group for the final evening.
Meals included: Breakfast
Exclusive inclusions: Free_time - Take a full free day to experience the vibrant city of Sarajevo.Activity - Whether it’s a pub crawl, drink specials or a bonfire on the beach, celebrate late into the night with your new best friends.Accommodation - Hotel Hecco
Day 13: Sarajevo
Depart any time but feel free to sneak in some last minute-photos before you head back home.
Meals included: Breakfast
Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Not ready to leave? Your CEO can help with travel arrangements to extend your adventure.
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G Adventures, founded in 1990 by Bruce Poon Tip, is a global adventure travel company specializing in small-group tours that emphasize authentic, sustainable, and culturally immersive experiences. Originally launched as GAP Adventures (“Great Adventure People”), the company pioneered the concept of community-driven travel by offering affordable trips that connect travelers with local communities while minimizing environmental impact. Today, G Adventures operates in more than 100 countries, offering a wide range of itineraries across themes such as active adventures, wildlife, wellness, family, and National Geographic–partnered tours, while maintaining a strong commitment to responsible tourism and social enterprise through its Planeterra Foundation.
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