Biking the Olympic Mountains (2Days)
From EUR 235
Challenging rides take us deep into the mountains along fast gravel tracks and exciting natural single track, passing small isolated settlements where the way of life has remained unchanged for centuries.
DEPARTURE DATES
- May 03-04, 2025
- June 07-08, 2025
- July 05-06, 2025
- August 02-03, 2025
- September 06-07, 2025
- Category
- Biking
Day 1:
We start our Bosnia adventure from the village of Umoljani and bike through the Olympic Mountain of Bjelasnica to Lukomir, Bosnia & Herzegovina’s highest mountain village (1,469m). After a traditional lunch at the edge of the Rakitnica canyon and what feels like the end of the world, we finish the day with a great technical climb through the red rocks of Crveni Klanac pass down to the village of Umoljani.
Overnight is in the family-run Umoljani Pension. Here you’ll enjoy a relaxing evening with great local food and traditional spirits.
Accommodation: Pension Umoljani, Bjelasnica mountain
Meals: L,D
Day 2:
Today’s route takes us over Bjelasnica Olympic Mountain and Igman back into Sarajevo. We bike the route that supplied Sarajevo during the recent war. Possible ascent (time permitting) of Bjelasnica (2,067m), the highest peak in the area. We end this magnificent bike ride descending the Igman mountain, directly into Sarajevo. We end the tour in the afternoon hours at Mojmilo Olympic Village, where Green Visions office is located.
Meals: B,L
Fact File
The tour price is based on a minimum of four (4) participants. Definite departure will be confirmed to participants by e-mail. Those interested in a private trip may contact us via e-mail and a dedicated quote will be provided.
- ​Departure time: 9am (We'll pick you up in Sarajevo at your location of choice)
- Estimated time of return: 5pm
- What is included: What is included: Leader/Support staff: Fully-equipped and experienced English speaking tour leader, transfer on day 1 from Sarajevo to Bjelasnica (guests and luggage) and day 2 (luggage), accommodation at Mountain chalet at Umoljani village, meals: Breakfast (1x), Lunch (2x), Dinner (1x), rental of Specialized Rockhopper Comp 2015/2016 Mountain bikes & VAT.
- What is not included: Helmets, water bottles, optional tipping to leader/guide and local staff, souvenirs and items of a personal nature (sodas, alcoholic beverages, etc.).
- Options: Helmets and water bottles could be provided by Green Visions on request.
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What to bring: Cycling gear is recommended / padded shorts, suitable footwear, day pack, 1 litre of water, rain gear, helmet and water bottle. Please contact us if you need any equipment (helmets, water bottles etc).