Bosnia and Herzegovina · Storytelling Tours

3-Hour Sarajevo Siege Tour with the Tunnel of Hope

3 Hours Round trip from Sarajevo Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Explore the Tunnel of Hope, a vital underground lifeline during the siege
02 Learn how Sarajevo's residents endured the 1,425-day Siege of Sarajevo
03 Gain insight into the challenges of humanitarian aid delivery during wartime
04 Reflect on Sarajevo's isolation from the outside world during the conflict
05 Leave with a deeper understanding of Sarajevo's enduring spirit

Join an expert guide for a 3-hour journey through one of Sarajevo's most defining chapters, the 1,425-day Siege of Sarajevo. Learn about the hardships faced by civilians, the challenges of delivering humanitarian aid, and the city's isolation from the outside world. Visit the Tunnel of Hope, a crucial underground lifeline that helped sustain Sarajevo during the war and stands as a powerful symbol of resilience. Leave with a deeper understanding of the city's turbulent past and enduring spirit.

Visit the Tunnel of Hope, a crucial underground lifeline that helped sustain Sarajevo during the war and stands as a powerful symbol of resilience.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 3 Hours

Tour type Shared

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Not included

Wheelchair access Yes

City Sarajevo

Languages Bosnian, English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Siege of Sarajevo and Tunnel of Hope

Introduction to the Siege of Sarajevo:
- Your knowledgeable tour guide will provide an insightful overview of the Siege of Sarajevo, detailing the hardships endured by its inhabitants during the 1,425-day siege.
- Learn about the daily shelling campaigns that targeted civilian populations.
- Explore the challenges of delivering humanitarian aid.
- Understand the city's isolation from the outside world.
Visit to the Tunnel of Hope:
- Embark on a poignant visit to the Tunnel of Hope.
- This underground passage, under the control of the Army of the Republic of Bosnia and Herzegovina, served as a crucial conduit for the distribution of essential supplies, including food, medical aid, and defence weapons.
- Marvel at the ingenuity and resilience of Sarajevo's residents as you explore this historic site.
Reflection and Departure:
- After immersing yourself in the history and significance of the Tunnel of Hope, take a moment to reflect on the resilience of Sarajevo's people.
- Your tour concludes with a drop-off in Sarajevo, leaving you with a deeper understanding of the city's tumultuous past and enduring spirit.