BOSNIA & HERZEGOVINA

 

I have yet to complete my Bosnian Travel Guides, but please reach out to me directly if you have any questions or need tips!

  • Updated COVID-19 Travel Information:

  • Currency:

    • The official currency of Bosnia is the Bosnian Mark (BAM)

      • $1 USD = 2 BAM

  • Pricing for Leisure Travelers:

    • Average Hotel Expenses = 150-190 BAM/Night ($75-$95 USD/Night)

    • Average Food/Drink Expenses = 40-60 BAM/Day ($20-$30 USD/Day)

  • Pricing for Backpackers:

    • Average Hostel Expenses = 30-50 BAM/Night ($15-$25 USD/Night)

    • Average Food/Drink Expenses = 20-30 BAM/Day ($10-$15 USD/Day)

  • Communication:

    • The official language of Bosnia is, of course, Bosnian, but most people in tourism will have a good handle on English.

  • Transportation:

    • Airplane: Air travel is not very common within Bosnia. Getting here from the US will require at least one, potentially two, connections.

    • Bus: Undoubtedly the most popular way to get around Bosnia. Buses are cheap and easy to find. My go-to website for this is Bookaway.

    • Taxi/Uber: Taxi are cheap and not too difficult to find. Make sure cabbies run their meter (if they have one). If not, be sure to agree on a price beforehand.

  • Miscellaneous:

    • The Bosnian War took place from 1992-1995 and is one of the most fascinating conflicts I’ve learned about. There are many books and walking tours in both Mostar & Sarajevo in which you can learn more - which I highly recommend!

 

MOSTAR