Tunnel Museum: Bosnian & Yugoslav Wars Tour with War Veteran
Description
Join a certified official tour guide on 4 hour journey of understanding Sarajevo's destruction and salvation. Explore Sarajevo's key sites including Sniper alley and War Tunnel Museum - the life line of " the biggest concentration camp" in the world. Panorama from the Trebevic Mountain and entering destroyed hotel-restaurant Eight provides unique experience. See one of the kind Jewish cemetery which is second by size in Europe, just before one in Prague. Experience Sarajevo from Yellow bastion, and pay tribute to fallen soldiers and first Bosnian president buried at Martyr Cemetery.
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The starting point is in front of Info Bosnia Tourist Information Center located on main pedestrian street Ferhadija, just next to “Sarajevo Meeting of Cultures”. After introduction, tour guide will lead the guests to the transportation and tour will start. On the way (25-30 minutes) we make a short introduction to the war theme and show important sites and buildings that later can be seen on the short movie played in War Tunnel Museum (we have noted few sites in description, but there are much more locations that we explain).
Markale massacres were two separate bombardments carried out by the Army of Republika Srpska targeting civilians during the Siege of Sarajevo in the Bosnian War.
The Eternal flame is a memorial to the military and civilian victims of the Second World War in Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina. The memorial was dedicated on 6 April 1946, the first anniversary of the liberation of Sarajevo from the four-year-long occupation by Nazi Germany and the fascist Independent State of Croatia.
"Sniper Alley" was the informal name primarily for streets Zmaja od Bosne Street and Meša Selimović Boulevard, the main boulevard in Sarajevo which during the Bosnian War was lined with snipers' posts, and became infamous as a dangerous place for civilians to traverse. The road connects the industrial part of the city (and further on, Sarajevo Airport and Tunnel o Hope) to the Old Town's cultural and historic sites. The boulevard itself has many high-rise buildings giving sniper shooters extensive fields of fire.
The museum is a cultural and scientific institution covering a wide range of areas including archaeology, art history, ethnology, geography, history and natural history. The Sarajevo Haggadah, an illuminated manuscript and the oldest Sephardic Jewish document in the world issued in Barcelona around 1350, containing the traditional Jewish Haggadah, is held at the museum.
With arrival to the Tunnel Museum, we will explain the position of Museum and famous mark in front of the entrance named "Sarajevo Rose". After seeing the short movie, one-hour long presentation starts that explains fall of Yugoslavia, the war in Slovenia, Croatia, Bosnia and Herzegovina and creation and importance of the Tunnel.
After the Tunnel, we head toward 84 Olympic mountain Trebević, which is the closest mountain to the center of Sarajevo and a first line during the Siege of Sarajevo. At the site, we have the opportunity to see and walk on hotel restaurant "8" and experience the most beautiful panoramic views of Sarajevo which are unfortunately the main positions of the enemy army.
Just under Trebevic Mountain lies the second largest Jewish cemetery in Europe. The cemetery contains unique shaped tombstones that can only be seen in Bosnia and Herzegovina. It is believed their shape is influenced by medieval Bosnian tombstones that are named "Stecak".
From Jewish cemetery we are heading towards old Ottoman part of the city to visit Yellow Fortresses from which we can see Soldiers cemetery and resting place of first Bosnian president.
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Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
Reviews(574)
We were lucky enough to be able to experience a half-day tour in Sarajevo with Samira Dzanko. Samira is a contemporary witness who experienced the years of the siege and its horrors herself. And above all, she is also a great person. Since the tour took place in a small group, we were able to learn many details about the war in Bosnia and the fates of the people. This cannot be replaced by any documentary, and yet one can only guess what the people had to go through back then. I can recommend this tour without reservation and thank Samira very much for letting us share in her own story and that of her country.
Thank you for your heartfelt review. We're truly grateful you had the opportunity to learn from Samira and hear her personal experiences. Sharing these important stories helps preserve history and deepen understanding. We appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you again on another journey through Bosnia. Best regards, Dream Balkans Team
It was a powerful experience with our guide Samir, who was very serious and willing to share his experience during the siege and provide a lot of information about the history and geopolitics of those years. I highly recommend it to anyone who wants to try to understand a little more about what happened and the current reality of Sarajevo and Bosnia and Herzegovina. Thanks again, Samir!
Thank you for your thoughtful review and recommendation! We're glad to hear that the tour helped you gain a deeper understanding of Sarajevo and Bosnia and Herzegovina’s history. Samir will be very happy to know that his personal stories and knowledge made the experience meaningful and memorable. We hope to welcome you again! Best regards, Dream Balkans Team
Educational experience Highly recommended for a trip in the area.....................................
Thank you for your kind review and recommendation! We're glad to hear that you found the experience educational and worthwhile. We truly appreciate your support and hope to welcome you again for another journey through Bosnia and Herzegovina! Best regards, Dream Balkans Team
We had an impressive tour with Adnan. He himself was in the army during the siege of Sarajevo. This made his story even more alive. Adnan took all the time to answer our questions. Actually, this tour is a must if you are visiting Sarajevo.
The guide is a local expert and war veteran. He can answer all of your questions about the siege. It’s also nice to see places outside of the city.
It was truly an intense experience. Samir is a wonderful guide, not only for how he narrates the facts, but especially for the humanity he manages to convey. I am not someone who gets emotional, but he did, he really did... I am very grateful to him and I truly recommend everyone to take this tour; it gave me so much.
Dear Ilariam Thank you so much for your beautiful message 😊 We are truly happy to hear that you had such an intense and meaningful experience. It’s wonderful to know that Samir’s storytelling and humanity had such a strong impact on you. He will be very grateful to read your kind words. Your recommendation means a lot to us, and we are glad the tour gave you so much. Thank you for choosing Dream Balkans, and we hope to welcome you again in the future. Warm regards, Dream Balkans Team
The tour was very interesting and informative. It gave a good insight Into the siege and suffering of Sarajevos inhabitants. Our guide Mustafa was great telling also about his personal experiences during the war.
Thank you so much for your kind feedback! 😊 We are very pleased to hear that you found the tour interesting and informative, and that it gave you a deeper understanding of the siege and the experiences of Sarajevo’s inhabitants. It’s especially meaningful to know that Mustafa’s personal stories helped bring that history closer to you. We will be sure to pass your kind words on to him. Thank you for choosing Dream Balkans, and we hope to welcome you again in the future. Warm regards, Dream Balkans Team
Our visit to the Tunnel of Hope in Sarajevo with Mustafa was an incredibly powerful and meaningful experience. From the very beginning, he demonstrated a high level of professionalism, combined with a deep human understanding of the history he was sharing. What made the tour truly special was not only the historical explanation, but the way Mustafa connected facts with personal stories and context. It helped us understand the reality behind the Siege of Sarajevo in a way that goes far beyond what you can read in books or online. Walking through the tunnel while hearing his explanations made the experience extremely emotional and unforgettable. He created a respectful and thoughtful atmosphere throughout the entire visit. Thanks to Mustafa, this was not just a historical site visit — it became a deeply impactful learning experience that we will always remember. Highly recommended for anyone visiting Sarajevo who wants to truly understand its history.
Thank you so much for your thoughtful and detailed message. 😊 We are truly glad to hear that your visit to the Tunnel of Hope was such a powerful and meaningful experience. Mustafa will be very grateful to read your kind words about his professionalism, knowledge, and the way he shared both historical facts and personal context. It is very important to us that our guests not only learn about Sarajevo’s history, but also feel the human side of it, so we deeply appreciate your feedback about the emotional and respectful atmosphere during the visit. Thank you again for your recommendation and for taking the time to share your experience. We hope to welcome you again in Sarajevo in the future! 👍 Kind Regards .Dream Balkans Team .
One of the best experiences in my life. Very prepared and charming guides, great landscapes and a lot to learn about bosnian history.
Thank you so much! We’re truly happy to hear this was one of the best experiences of your life. It means a lot that you enjoyed the landscapes and learning about Bosnia’s history with our guides 😊 Best regards, Dream Balkans Team
This was our second tour with Dream Balkans Travel. Like the first one, it was speedily arranged and adapted to our specific needs. Our tour guide, Samira, was extremely knowledgeable and shared many personal stories with us. This is what makes all the difference; particularly in a place where history is as complex as it is in beautiful Bosnia. We will definitely recommend this tour. Five starts plus!
Dear Bianca Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re delighted that your second tour with Dream Balkans Travel was just as enjoyable and well-organized as the first. It’s fantastic to hear that Samira’s knowledge and personal stories made the experience truly memorable. We greatly appreciate your recommendation and your kind words—five stars plus means a lot! We hope to welcome you again on another adventure soon. Kind regards. Dream Balkans Team
