Mostar and Kravice Waterfalls Day Trip with Pickup from Cavtat

Cavtat and the drive to Bosnia and Herzegovina

Cavtat is the small harbour town just south of Dubrovnik, built on the site of the ancient Greek and Roman settlement of Epidaurum. Its palm-lined waterfront and quiet coves make it a favourite base for travellers, and this Mostar day trip from Cavtat saves you the drive into Dubrovnik: the coach collects you at set points in Cavtat, Obod and Zvekovica at 6 am.

The drive takes about three hours each way through Dubrovnik–Neretva County, with views of the Adriatic coast, the fertile Neretva valley and the stony hills of Herzegovina. Along the way the guide talks about the two neighbouring countries, the end of Yugoslavia and daily life today. You cross into Bosnia and Herzegovina, so a valid passport or EU identity card is essential, and you should check visa requirements before you book.

The Old Bridge of Mostar (Stari Most)

The Old Bridge is the symbol of Mostar and one of the most famous bridges in the Balkans. Completed in 1566 under Ottoman rule, its single stone arch spans almost 29 metres and rises around 21 metres above the Neretva River. For more than four centuries it linked the two banks of the town, until it was destroyed in 1993. It was rebuilt with original techniques and stone from the same quarries, reopened in 2004 and listed by UNESCO in 2005.

On this Mostar tour the local guide tells the story of the bridge and its towers and shows you the best viewpoints from both banks. In summer you may see the famous bridge divers, who keep a centuries-old tradition alive by jumping into the cold river. Is Mostar worth visiting from Croatia? Standing on the polished stones of the bridge, most travellers say yes.

Mostar Old Town and the Kujundziluk bazaar

Around the bridge lies the old town of Mostar, a compact quarter of cobbled lanes, stone houses and minarets that reflects nearly four centuries as part of the Ottoman Empire. The Kujundziluk bazaar, named after the coppersmiths who once worked here, is lined with small shops selling hammered copper plates, coffee sets, carpets and local crafts.

After the 30-minute guided walk you have about two and a half hours of free time. You can climb the minaret of a riverside mosque for a view of the bridge, visit a small museum, or simply sit by the river with a Bosnian coffee. The old town is full of grills serving cevapi and other local dishes, and halal food is easy to find here. Museum tickets and meals are paid separately.

Kravica Waterfall

Kravica Waterfall lies on the Trebizat River near Ljubuski, in the south of Herzegovina. Instead of a single drop, the river spills over a wide semicircle of tufa terraces about 25 metres high and over 100 metres across, forming dozens of cascades that pour into a turquoise pool surrounded by greenery. In spring the water is at its most powerful; in summer the pool becomes a popular place to cool off.

On this trip you have a 50-minute stop to walk down to the falls, take photos from the viewpoints and, in the warm months, dip your feet or swim where it is allowed. The entrance ticket is paid at the site and is not included. If you are planning a Kravice waterfalls tour, combining it with Mostar in one day is the easiest way to see both from the Dubrovnik area.

Heritage of Herzegovina: what to expect on the day

Herzegovina is the southern region of Bosnia and Herzegovina, a land of rocky hills, orchards, tobacco fields and fast rivers. Its towns grew along trade routes between the Adriatic and the interior, and the region was part of the Ottoman Empire for nearly 400 years, which is why mosques, bridges and old caravan routes sit side by side with churches.

The day is long, about 12 hours in total, with around six hours on the road, so bring water, snacks and comfortable shoes for the cobbled streets. The best time to visit Mostar and Kravica is from May to October, when the waterfall is easy to enjoy and the old town is lively. Our team sends you the exact pickup point and time on WhatsApp after booking.