Up To 8 Guests, 10 Hours

Up to 8 Guests, 10 Hours, 10 hours, rated 4.8 across 1,512 traveller reviews.

Overview

This day trip runs from Dubrovnik by van with a hard cap of 8 guests, which is the whole point of it. The small vehicle means the border crossings into and out of Bosnia and Herzegovina tend to move faster than they do for full-size coaches, a point several reviewers raised as the single biggest advantage of paying for this version over a bus tour.

The route follows the Adriatic coast north out of Dubrovnik, past seaside villages and the Elaphiti Islands offshore, then turns inland. First stop is Kravica waterfall on the Trebižat river, where the water drops into a green basin and there is free time to walk, swim in summer, or take a break. The falls entrance is paid separately, in cash. From there it is a short drive to Mostar for roughly three hours of sightseeing and free time, taking in the reconstructed Stari Most, minarets, Ottoman-style houses and the bazaar streets, with a chance to eat lunch before the return drive.

The full day lasts about 10 hours, door to door, with hotel pickup and drop-off included. It suits travellers who want the two headline sights in one long day without a big group, and who are comfortable with a fair amount of walking and standing. It is not suitable for people with mobility issues, and a passport with any needed visa sorted in advance is required for the border.

What's Included

Itinerary

1. Pickup in DubrovnikHotel pickup is included. In the Old Town the pickup point is outside the walls, since vehicles cannot enter the pedestrian zone.
2. Drive to KravicaVan transfer of 2.5 hours along the coast and inland, with panoramic views over the Adriatic and the Elaphiti Islands.
3. Kravica waterfallAbout 1.5 hours of free time at the falls for walking, a break, or swimming in summer. Entrance is an extra fee, paid in cash.
4. Drive to MostarVan transfer of 45 minutes from the falls to the city.
5. Mostar sightseeingAround 3 hours of free time and sightseeing, covering Stari Most, the bazaar streets and the riverside, with time for lunch.
6. Return to DubrovnikVan transfer of 2.75 hours back along the coast, ending with drop-off in Dubrovnik.

What To Expect From The Tour

A few practical points shape the day, from border paperwork to what you pay on the spot.

• Passport and visas. Bring your passport; the border is crossed twice. Any visa requirement must be confirmed and obtained before the trip, and is the traveller's own responsibility.
• Cash for the falls. Entrance to Kravica is not in the tour price and is paid in cash on site. Food and drinks are also extra, so budget for lunch in Mostar and anything at the waterfall.
• Swim gear. Swimming at the falls is possible in summer. The listing advises bringing a towel and a change of clothes.
• Walking required. The tour is not suitable for people with mobility issues. Expect cobbled streets and time on your feet in Mostar, plus paths around the falls.
• Small group pace. Multiple reviewers said the group of at most 8 got them through the border faster than the coaches and ahead of crowds at the stops. The trade-off is that free time at each stop is fixed by the schedule.
• Lunch with a view. Lunch in Mostar is at your own cost. Several travellers mentioned eating at riverside tables with a view of the bridge.

Common issues. The day is long, with several hours of van time spread across the three transfers. The schedule can shift because of traffic or border controls. A few travellers said they would have liked more time at the waterfall, given the fixed window there. Weather also plays a part; one reviewer had rain on the outbound drive, though the day improved. The falls entrance is a separate cash payment, and food and drinks are not covered.

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