Ladies, this adventure is exclusively for you!

Get ready to explore some of the most beautiful scenery in Europe, with cascading waterfalls, jade-green rivers and breathtaking mountain scenery. Best of all, you don't have to worry about searching for halal food, whether there's a place to pray or if you can wear your burkini. We've got that all covered!

Here's what Ayan had to say when she joined us on this trip in July 2022: 

My First adventure with HTG.

"I recently went to Bosnia with HTG on a woman's only retreat and as it was my first solo trip i was a bit anxious about what the whole experience would hold but i had nothing to worry about as I was made to feel absolutely welcomed and part of the group. Was able to make amazing memories, shared lots of laughs, met wonderful people and truly had a great adventure on this holiday.
HTG provided us with not only great accommodation, stunning food, amazing guides, easy transports, beautiful locations to explore and education on the history of the country. But also the opportunity to make true long lasting friendships along the way.
I was truly lucky to share this trip with absolutely wonderful sisters who became family by the end.

I would no doubt recommend HTG to anyone. Being able to travel feeling safe and secure among a group who want to learn, explore and genuinely have fun same as you."

Ayan, UK

What you'll experience

• Kravica waterfalls
• Jajce Waterfalls
• Boat trip on Pliva Lake
• Lunch to Blagaj Dervish Lodge
• Visit to Pocitelj Fortress
• Tunnel of Hope
• Bascarsija 
• Learn more about the history of Islam in Bosnia, from the Ottomans to present-day
• Fig-cake making activity 

We're only running this trip ONCE in 2023, so book early to avoid disappointment!
Dates: Saturday 5th - Thursday 10th August 2023

Please note this is a ladies-only trip.

Arrival window: On Saturday 5th August, from 10:30 - 11:30 am.
This window is the time in which your plane should be scheduled to land if you want to benefit from the group transfer. There are multiple airports and airlines that cater to this flight window. 

Departure Window: On Thursday 10th August, your plane should not depart before 12 pm, to give you time to get to the airport from Bosnia. You can choose an even later flight and spend the afternoon exploring Dubrovnik at your leisure (it's entirely up to you).

Arrival/Departure Airport:  Dubrovnik (DBV)

We welcome guests from all nationalities and countries to join the trip and can arrange separate airport transfers where necessary,  for an additional fee of £160. 

Please familiarise yourself with the Ts&Cs below. It's very important that you have read these before booking your flights, to give yourself the best preparation and protection.

1. A £60 deposit is required to confirm your booking. The deposit is non-transferable and non-refundable.   

2. Full payment is required no later than 8 weeks before your trip departure.  

3. Once you have made your full payment it is non-refundable and non-transferable. You may sell your space to somebody else should you find you are no longer able to travel.   

4. Cancellations less than 10 weeks before trip departure are liable to incur costs. Should you anticipate challenges travelling, please give us as much notice as possible.   

5. We strongly recommend you buy travel insurance as soon as making your booking, to protect yourself in case unforeseen circumstances arise and you are no longer able to travel. This should include medical cover and cancellation protection in the event of covid, flight cancellations, illness etc.  

6. Entry requirements: It is incumbent upon each traveller to familiarise themselves with the entry requirements to the country they are visiting. This includes visas and covid testing status. 

7. The itinerary is a suggested outline of the route we will take and the activities that we'll experience. We will keep it flexible and make changes in the event the weather, or road conditions mean we need to adjust our plans. The same goes for our activity coordinators - in the event they are unwell or unable to attend due to a private emergency, don't worry; we'll arrange a suitable alternative.  

8. All guests are screened following booking. Should you not pass the screening process, your deposit will be refunded.  

9. You will receive details of the accommodations you'll be hosted at in your welcome pack, after booking. We expect you to research the accommodations in advance so that you know what to expect on the trip, particularly if you are opting for a shared room.  

10. Once you are on the trip, there are no refunds, partial refunds or credit refunds.  

11. Should your flight be cancelled, it is incumbent upon you to book a suitable alternative. If you do not attend the trip this will be classed as a no-show, and no refunds will be given. (This is where your travel insurance recommended in clause 5 will come in handy!).

Dobrodosli o Bosno!

Welcome to Bosnia!

Technically, it's also Welcome to Croatia, since this is where you'll be arriving. We've arranged to pick you up at Dubrovnik Airport, and then take you across the border into Bosnia. Enjoy the scenic views as you're driven along the Adriatic Coast!

Once we're across the border, we'll head towards the scenic town of Stolac for lunch. You'll have some time to freshen up and walk around here, along with making a trip to the local mini waterfall. 

Special activity: We've arranged for you to visit one of the oldest and most beautiful Muslim houses in the area, where you'll take part in a fig-cake-making activity. Fig-cake is a Stolac speciality and once you've tried Azra's recipe, you won't want to try any other!

This evening you'll spend your first night in Mostar, at our 4* hotel.  

Pro tips: If you're taking an early-morning flight, bring some snacks such as fresh fruit and nuts with you, to keep you energised. The drive from Dubrovnik - Stolac is between 2-3 hours.

Overnight in Mostar

Enjoy a lie-in this morning, or take some free time to explore the Old Town of Mostar. We've selected your hotel so that you're within walking distance, so if you happen to be up early, you can pray fajr in one of the local historic mosques and then watch the sunrise over Stari Most bridge. It's simply stunning to witness.

This afternoon, we'll be taking you out for lunch at Blagaj, where an old Ottoman-era Dervish Lodge sits at the bottom of a cliff-face. Enjoy your lunch here by the rushing waters of the River Buna. It's here that you can pray your dhuhr and asr salaat and spend some time in peaceful contemplation. 

After lunch and prayers, we'll take you to the fortress of Pocitelj, where you'll see wild fig and pomegranate trees growing and vendors selling natural juices. If you walk to the top of the fortress you'll be rewarded with breathtaking views over the Neretva River, as far as the eye can see. 

You'll end the day at Kravice Falls, so be sure to bring your burkini or something that dries quickly when it gets wet!

Overnight in Mostar

The train departs at 06:36 from Mostar station.

This morning you'll be getting an early start, but it's well worth it! You'll take a ride on the Talgo train between Mostar-Sarajevo, and enjoy stunning views of the Neretva River along the way. It really is a unique experience!

Once in Sarajevo, we'll be taking you to the Tunnel of Hope. No visit to Bosnia is truly complete without learning about the war that shook this country in the 1990s, and today you'll hear from the locals how they built up their resistance. 

You'll have some chance to reflect on your new-found knowledge in Vrelo Bosne, one of Bosnia's national parks, before we take you into the heart of the city,  the Bascarsija. Here we'll take you for lunch - the way the locals do - before giving you some free time to explore at your leisure.
Pro tip: We highly recommend listening to our podcast before visiting Sarajevo, so that you have some background knowledge first.

Later, we'll take you to check-in to your 4* hotel, where you can rest and enjoy some free time. 

Overnight in Sarajevo

Get ready to visit the beautiful town of Jajce, where in the city centre you'll be visiting Jajce waterfalls (yep, it's actually in the city!).

From here we'll take you to explore the scenic surroundings of Jajce, with its mini waterfalls, watermills, and beautiful Pliva Lake. We'll take you on a boat trip on Pliva Lake and then take you out for lunch at Semesnica. 

If you generally spend a lot of time back home indoors, in an office or in the city, today is a real antidote to modern-day living and will bring peace to mind, body and spirit.

Overnight in Sarajevo

We've kept this morning free so that you can have a lie-in, or get some last-minute souvenirs from the Bascarsija. We highly recommend the fresh coffee, baklawa and embroidered cushion covers :)

Around midday, you'll check out of your hotel and begin the beautiful drive back to Mostar. We'll stop along the way in Jablanica for our scenic farewell lunch overlooking the lake. It's been an adventure, and what better way to end than enjoying good food together surrounded by some of the most beautiful scenery in Europe. 

Once in Mostar, the evening is free for you to enjoy at your leisure.

Overnight in Mostar.

After breakfast, we’ll take you back to Dubrovnik Airport for your return flight home. 

-Please ensure that your flight does not depart before 12 pm so that you have time for breakfast before we begin the drive to Dubrovnik. 

Should you wish to extend your stay in Bosnia, let us know and we can assist you with accommodation, transport and anything else you require.

Thank you for travelling with us!