Blagaj Pocitelj and Kravica Waterfalls Day Tour Mostar
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Overview
This full-day tour from Mostar visits four of Herzegovina's best sights in one comfortable loop: the Dervish Tekke at the Buna spring in Blagaj, the Orthodox monastery at Zitomislici, the medieval stone town of Pocitelj and two hours at Kravica Waterfalls. A licensed local guide travels with you in an air-conditioned people carrier, and pickup is from one of six set points in Mostar. It suits travellers who want history, culture and a swim in a single day without driving.
Highlights
- Guided visit to the Dervish Tekke at the source of the Buna River in Blagaj
- Frescoed Orthodox monastery at Zitomislici
- Pocitelj, a well-preserved medieval and Ottoman town on a steep hillside
- Two hours at Kravica Waterfalls for swimming and relaxing
- Local licensed guide and air-conditioned people carrier
- Pickup and drop-off at six set points in Mostar
- Free time at each stop to explore at your own pace
Full Description
Blagaj Tekke and the Buna spring
Blagaj is the first stop and many travellers say it is the highlight of a Blagaj day trip from Mostar. The Dervish Tekke is a monastery-house of the Sufi order, built in the sixteenth century at the foot of a sheer cliff right beside the emerald source of the Buna River, one of the largest karst springs in Europe. Our guide takes you inside to explain the rooms, the rituals of the dervishes and the legends of the cave behind the spring.
You have about an hour and a half here, enough for the guided visit, a walk along the water and photos from the bridge and riverbank. Entrance to the tekke is optional and paid separately, and opening hours change by season. Visitors should dress modestly, and shoes are removed inside.
Zitomislici Monastery
The second stop is the Orthodox Monastery of Zitomislici, a short drive from Blagaj, on the plain of the Neretva. Founded in the sixteenth century, it was damaged in the twentieth century and carefully rebuilt, and today it is a peaceful complex with a church painted with colourful frescoes, a bell tower and a garden.
Spending about forty-five minutes here shows another side of the region. Your guide explains how Muslim, Catholic and Orthodox communities have lived side by side in Herzegovina for centuries, and visitors can often meet the monks. Dress respectfully with covered shoulders and knees, and note that visiting hours at the monastery vary during the year.
Pocitelj, the medieval stone town
Pocitelj is one of the best-preserved historic towns in Bosnia and Herzegovina, and a day trip to Pocitelj is a favourite with photographers. Terraced stone houses climb a steep slope above the Neretva River toward a hilltop fortress, with the sixteenth-century Hadzi Alija Mosque, a clock tower and a small madrasa tucked among the lanes.
Your guide brings the story of the Ottoman period to life, and then you have free time of about an hour to climb the steps to the viewpoints and fort for sweeping views over the valley. Wear shoes with grip, because the cobbles are steep and worn, and bring water in summer, when the stone holds the heat.
Kravica Waterfalls
The finale is Kravica Waterfalls on the Trebizat River, a wide semicircle of travertine cascades that drop into a clear green pool. It is the most famous natural sight in the region, and our full-day tour includes two hours here, so you can swim, walk the shore and take photos. Is Kravica Waterfall worth visiting? On a warm day, absolutely.
The best time to visit Kravica Waterfalls is late spring to early autumn, when swimming is pleasant. In low season and on colder days the stop may be shorter, a decision made by the guide together with the group. Entrance to the waterfall area is paid separately, and there are places to eat and drink nearby. After the falls, the drive back to Mostar takes under an hour, and you arrive no later than late afternoon.
Itinerary
- Pickup in MostarBoard an air-conditioned people carrier at one of six set pickup points in Mostar, shown at booking, at 09:00.
- Blagaj and the Dervish TekkeA guided visit to the tekke and the Buna spring, followed by free time, about an hour and a half.
- Zitomislici MonasteryAround forty-five minutes to see the frescoed church and learn about the region's faiths.
- PociteljAbout an hour with the guide and free time to climb to the fort and viewpoints.
- Kravica WaterfallsTwo hours to swim, walk and relax at the falls.
- Return to MostarA drive of under an hour, with drop-off at the same set points in Mostar by late afternoon.
What's included
- Guided tour of the Dervish Tekke in Blagaj
- Local licensed guide
- Air-conditioned people carrier transport
- Pickup and drop-off at set points in Mostar
- Free time to explore each site at your own pace
- Local recommendations
Not included
- Entrance to Blagaj Tekke (optional)
- Entrance to Kravica Waterfalls
- Food and drinks
- Tips
Is this right for you?
Great for
- Families with children — a child price for ages 3–12
- Travellers without a car — hotel pickup is included
- Travellers who want a proven choice — rated 4.9/5 by past travellers
Think twice if
- You want a private tour — this one is shared with other travellers
Not suitable for
- People with heart problems
- Wheelchair users
- Travellers who cannot manage steep cobbled lanes and steps in Pocitelj
Meeting point
Pickup is from one of six set points in Mostar, chosen when you book, and the tour leaves at 09:00 sharp. Please be at your chosen point a few minutes early, because only a short grace period is allowed for latecomers. Drop-off is at the same points in the late afternoon. If you arrive in Mostar by train, tell us in advance so we can coordinate your pickup.
Important information
- Bring swimwear, a towel, sunscreen, a sun hat, water and comfortable shoes; keep swimming gear in a bag that stays safely in the vehicle
- Entrance to the Blagaj Tekke (optional), entrance to Kravica Waterfalls, food, drinks and tips are not included
- Dress modestly for the tekke and the monastery, with covered shoulders and knees
- Food and drinks are not allowed in the vehicle
- Please provide a valid mobile number that works with WhatsApp when you book
- In low season and on colder days the Kravica stop may be shorter
- The itinerary may vary slightly with the season, weather and operations
- Pickup times are fixed, so be at your point on time
Good to know
Frequently Asked Questions
Straight answers to what travellers ask us most, before they book.
How much does the Blagaj, Pocitelj and Kravica tour cost?
The price depends on the date and on the age categories you book. The booking panel on this page shows the current price for adults and children, so you can see the total before you reserve.
Is hotel pickup included?
Pickup and drop-off are included from one of six set points in Mostar, chosen at booking. It is not a door-to-door service from every hotel.
How long is the day tour from Mostar?
About eight hours. It starts at 09:00 and returns to Mostar in the late afternoon.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Yes, children join the tour, and the booking panel shows the age categories and the child fare for ages three to twelve. Pocitelj has steep steps and the waterfall rocks are slippery, so supervise young children closely.
What should I wear and bring?
Comfortable shoes, swimwear, a towel, sunscreen, a hat and water. Dress modestly for the tekke and the monastery.
Can I book for today or tomorrow?
Yes, if places remain. Choose the date in the booking panel and it will show the departures that are open.
What is included, and what do I pay separately?
Included are the guided tour of the Dervish Tekke, a local licensed guide, air-conditioned transport, pickup and drop-off and free time at each site. Entrance fees for the tekke and Kravica Waterfalls, food, drinks and tips are paid separately.
Is the Blagaj Dervish Tekke worth visiting?
Yes. The house beside the Buna spring and its cliff is one of the most atmospheric places in Herzegovina, and a guide makes the history of the dervish order much clearer.
How do I get to Blagaj, Pocitelj and Kravica from Mostar?
Public transport between these sites is limited, so most visitors join a tour. Ours links all four stops in one day by air-conditioned people carrier.
What is the best time to do this tour?
Late spring to early autumn is best, when swimming at Kravica is pleasant. In colder months you still see Blagaj, Zitomislici and Pocitelj, but the waterfall stop can be shorter.
