Claus von Bohlen Via Dinarica Express Trekking Tour 2023
From EUR 375
The highlights of the central Via Dinarica White trail with 3 days of trekking, starting and finishing in Sarajevo.
Explore the Via Dinarica Bosnia, an area that is yet to be discovered by many hikers. On this adventure, you’ll find a playground for active travellers: Spectacular limestone peaks; deep canyons; amazing views; colourful wildflowers; medieval villages; and gracious, welcoming culture.
Come and explore Bjelasnica & Visocica Mountains: a stunning area located at the heart of the Dinaric Alps. During your trek, you’ll experience exceptional views and witness some of the most impressive sunsets in this corner of Europe.
- Category
- Hiking
TRIP HIGHLIGHTS
- Explore Sarajevo, the Jerusalem of the Balkans
- Discover the Via Dinarica trail
- Untouched Mountain settlements, canyons & summits
- Enjoy the old shepherd lifestyle as it was once
20 April, Sarajevo Arrival
Sarajevo Arrival & Airport transfer to Hotel in Old town.
Pension Kandilj, Sarajevo
21 April, Village to village Hike (with optional Obalj peak ascent)
Hike with stunning views of Rakitnica canyon with learning how the old lifestyle in these communities once was.
Moderate walk / 3-4hrs walk / 250Δh / 8Km or
Moderate walk / 4-5hrs walk / 600Δh / 8Km
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner / Pension Ljetna basta, Lukomir village, Bjelasnica mountain
22 April, Crossing the Rakitnica canyon, from Bjelasnica to Visocica mountain
Hike into one of the deepest canyons in this part of Europe, and cross from one mountain to another. You end the day in Mountain Hut Vrela / Via Dinarica Outdoor Center. The perfect place to find out anything about Via Dinarica, you're interested in.
Moderate walk / 5-6hrs walk / 800Δh / 10Km
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner / Mountain Hut Vrela, Tusila village, Visocica mountain
23 April, A glimpse of Visocica mountain, with Drstva and Vito peaks
Hike across one of the most exciting ridges in the area with stunning views of the opposite side of Rakitnica canyon. Transfer to Sarajevo.
Challenging walk / 5-6hrs walk / 850Δh / 12Km
Breakfast, Lunch / Pension Kandilj, Sarajevo
24 April, Sarajevo Departure
Airport transfer & Sarajevo Departure.
Breakfast
Fact File
Period: April through October
Category: Moderate to Challenging
What is included: Leader/Support staff: Fully-equipped and experienced English-speaking Tour Leader; Transportation to the start of the hike on day 1 & afternoon transfer back to Sarajevo on day 4 (with Airport transfer on arrival and departure days); Accommodation for 4 nights; Meals specified in the itinerary; Luggage transfer from Umoljani to Vrela Mountain Hut; All fees and taxes & VAT.
What is not included: Flights to & from Sarajevo, Bosnia; Meals not specified in the itinerary; International Travel insurance; Optional tipping to leader, guides and local staff; Souvenirs and items of a personal nature (sodas, alcoholic beverages, laundry, etc.); Any items not specifically mentioned in the program.
What to bring: Hiking boots recommended/Sturdy walking shoes, flashlight, sunglasses, sun cream, 1,5 liter of water, personal hygiene kit, fleece/jumper, rain gear, towel, change of clothes (e.g. dry socks, T-shirt& underwear, trousers), 30 to 40 liter backpack.