Frequently Asked Questions

Genuinely free. No minimum payment. No credit card required. No catch at the end.

At the conclusion of the tour, you tip your guide based on what you felt the experience was worth. Most guests tip €10–15 per person for tours they loved. If your budget is genuinely tight, come anyway — we mean that sincerely. The tip-based model exists because it keeps us honest: a guide who earns tips instead of a salary has every reason to be excellent and engaged, not to rush through a script.

Here's the honest guideline we give every guest:

• →€10–15 per person — for a tour you genuinely loved
• →€5–10 per person — for a tour you found good
• →Whatever you can — if your budget is very tight. Honestly.

Tips go directly to your guide. There is no agency, no middleman, no management cut.

We offer three free walking tours and one private car tour:

• →Mostar Historic Walking Tour — Ottoman architecture, Stari Most, the Old Bazaar, the Crooked Bridge. 1.5 hours.
• →Mostar War History Tour — The Bosnian War, two sieges, the destruction of the Old Bridge, the frontline on the Boulevard. 1.5 hours.
• →Mostar Cultural Experience — Bosnian coffee, kafana culture, religious coexistence, daily life. 1.5 hours.
• →Herzegovina Private Car Tour — Blagaj, Počitelj, Kravice Waterfalls, Međugorje, Old Bridge. 4–10 hours. Priced on request.

Our tours are conducted in English. If you have a specific language requirement, contact us before booking and we'll do our best to accommodate you.

We strongly recommend booking in advance, particularly in summer (June–September) when tours fill quickly. Walk-ins may be possible, but we cannot guarantee availability. Booking takes less than two minutes and guarantees your spot.

We run tours in all weather conditions. In the very rare case that a tour must be cancelled (severe weather, unforeseen circumstances), we will contact you as soon as possible via the email you provided at booking and offer to reschedule or confirm an alternative time.

All tours meet at Swimming Club Orka (Klub vodenih sportova Orka), conveniently located near the Carinski Bridge. It's easy to find and easy to recognise. See it on Google Maps →

Arrive 5 minutes early — the Carinski Bridge is beautiful and worth those extra minutes.

We have daily departures. Check availability when you book — we'll confirm the specific departure time by email after your booking is received.

Footwear: Comfortable walking shoes. The old town's cobblestones are beautiful but uneven — avoid sandals with thin soles or heels.

Clothing: Comfortable and appropriate for the weather. If you plan to enter mosques, bring a scarf or shawl to cover your shoulders and head (as a woman) — or we can advise you on the spot.

Water: Bring a bottle, especially in summer when temperatures can exceed 35°C.

Cash: For tipping your guide, and for anything you'd like to buy in the bazaar. Most small shops don't accept cards.

Yes. Children are welcome on all our tours. The walking distances are manageable for most children aged 5+. Our guides are experienced at adapting the storytelling style for groups with children. The War History Tour deals with more difficult subject matter — use your judgement based on your child's age and maturity.

The old town of Mostar has challenging terrain — cobblestones, narrow alleys, and uneven surfaces that make full wheelchair accessibility difficult. If you have mobility concerns, contact us before booking so we can discuss the route and find the best approach for your needs.

Yes. The ethnic and political tensions in Bosnia are a political reality — they appear in school curricula, in election maps, in how certain streets are named. They do not manifest as street-level danger for tourists.

Mostar's tourist areas are very safe. Tens of thousands of travellers visit every year without incident. The city has a strong culture of hospitality — gostoprimstvo in Bosnian — that cuts across all communities. You will be welcomed.

For a full, honest overview of the current situation, read our guide: Culture & Coexistence in Mostar.

Not at all — and in some ways, arriving with a blank slate is better. Many guests who knew something about the war arrive with inaccurate mental pictures that the tour has to gently correct. Our guides build context from the ground up.

That said, if you'd like to read ahead, we've written detailed guides on this site:

• →Mostar's Full History
• →The Bosnian War: What Really Happened
• →Culture & Religious Coexistence

Honest answer: Yes, and no.

Yes — one day in Mostar is absolutely worthwhile. The walking tour alone transforms what would be a superficial visit into something meaningful. The Old Bridge, the bazaar, the atmosphere of the old town — all deeply rewarding in a single day.

No — because Mostar consistently surprises visitors. Most people who plan one day end up wishing they had two. If you have the option to stay a night, do it. The city after the tourists leave for Dubrovnik in the evening is a different, quieter, more authentic place.

See our one-day and two-day Mostar itineraries.

May and September are the sweet spot: warm (25–30°C), fewer crowds than July–August, and the city is at its most liveable.

June–August is peak season: very hot (often 35–40°C), significantly more tourists, but also the most vibrant atmosphere. Mostar Divers perform daily. Outdoor restaurants are full. The bridge photos are harder to get without crowds.

April and October are excellent for photography and quieter exploration, though some facilities operate reduced hours.

Winter (November–March) is quiet and atmospheric. Cold but rarely freezing. Ideal if you prefer uncrowded streets — the old town feels entirely different without summer tourists.

Yes. The mosques in Mostar's old town welcome respectful visitors outside of prayer times. Guidelines:

• →Remove shoes before entering
• →Women: cover your head and shoulders (scarves available at the entrance)
• →Speak quietly; no photography during active prayer
• →A small donation at the entrance is appreciated but not required

Your guide will explain the etiquette in detail before any mosque visit.

Bosnia and Herzegovina uses the Bosnian Convertible Mark (BAM or KM). It is pegged to the Euro at a fixed rate of approximately 1 EUR = 1.96 KM.

You can exchange currency at banks, exchange offices (mjenjačnica), or use ATMs. Euros are sometimes accepted informally, but don't rely on it. For the tour tip, either currency is fine — your guide will accept both.

The private car tour is fully customisable, but typical destinations include:

• →Blagaj — 16th-century Dervish monastery at the source of the Buna River
• →Počitelj — Ottoman hilltop fortress village above the Neretva
• →Kravice Waterfalls — 25-metre cascade with emerald pools
• →Međugorje — Apparition Hill, Cross Mountain, St. James Church (one of the world's most visited Catholic pilgrimage sites, 25 km from Mostar)
• →Stari Most, Mostar — the Old Bridge from a different perspective

You tell us what interests you — history, nature, wine, photography, architecture — and we build the day around that. Duration: 4–10 hours.

Pricing depends on the duration, destinations, and group size. Contact us with your requirements and we'll provide a quote promptly. The tour accommodates up to 6 people comfortably.

Yes — this is a very popular combination. Day 1: a free walking tour of Mostar. Day 2: the private Herzegovina car tour. Many guests who come for one day extend their stay after the walking tour precisely to do this. See our two-day itinerary for how to plan it.