Times of Misfortune - Life Under Siege and the Tunnel of Hope
Description
Join the Times of Misfortune Tour to uncover the powerful and moving history of Sarajevo during the 1990s Siege of Sarajevo and the fall of Yugoslavia. This 3.5-hour Sarajevo war tour offers a comprehensive look at the siege that tested the city’s spirit, visiting key sites that tell the story of endurance and resilience. Begin your journey at the Yellow Fortress, where stunning views provide the backdrop for an introduction to the siege's origins and Sarajevo’s early defense efforts. Pass through historically significant locations such as Sniper Alley and the Sarajevo Maternity Hospital, where medical staff became unsung heroes. The tour culminates at the Tunnel of Hope Museum, an underground passage that symbolized Sarajevo’s survival. This tour is a deep dive into a city's courage during one of its darkest periods.
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Itinerary
Meeting point with the guide.
Yellow Fortress: Offers breathtaking views and insight into Sarajevo’s wartime defenses.
Kovači Cemetery: Reflect at this national memorial honoring Bosnia’s defenders from the 1992-1995 war.
City Hall (Pass By): Learn about its role during the war, including its destruction and symbolic restoration.
Markale City Market (Pass By): Glimpse the bustling marketplace that bore witness to key moments of Sarajevo’s wartime history.
Trg Djece Sarajeva (Pass By): Pass through this square, a significant symbol of Sarajevo’s endurance.
Presidency Building (Pass By): View the historic seat of Bosnia and Herzegovina’s presidency, pivotal during the war.
Olympic Stadium and Hall Zetra: Discover Sarajevo’s dual identity as an Olympic hub and war-torn landscape.
Sarajevo Maternity Hospital: Learn about the heroic efforts of medical staff during the siege.
Parliament and Holiday Inn Hotel (Pass By): Witness these landmarks tied to wartime journalism and political decisions.
Sniper Alley: Drive along the city’s most dangerous street during the siege.
RTV Dom (TV Building) (Pass By): View the national TV building that broadcasted during key moments of the war.
Tunnel of Hope Museum: Explore the extraordinary underground passage that connected Sarajevo to the outside world, and learn about its construction, purpose, and significance.
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Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(53)
The tour with Mohammed was informative, interesting and educational. Our children (12 and 15) were also able to follow the remarks with interest.
Dear guest, Thank you for being part of our tour and for your kind words. It means a lot to us to know that you enjoyed the time spent exploring Sarajevo with us. We always do our best to offer meaningful and memorable experiences, and we’re truly glad to hear it made a good impression. Thank you again for your time and your feedback. Warm greetings from Sarajevo, Insider Sarajevo Team
Absolutely amazing tour!!! highly recommended. Safet was a great guide very knowledgeable!! Had a great time and learned a lot on the tour!! Would take tour again in a second.
Dear guest, We sincerely appreciate you choosing to spend part of your time in Sarajevo with us. It was wonderful having you on the tour, and we’re so glad to hear that you had a positive experience. Thank you also for taking a moment to share your impressions – your feedback is always welcome and valuable to us. Kind regards, Insider Sarajevo Team
A lot of content is missing about what happened It was a long drive in which the guide told you practically nothing. They only took us to see the tunnel which is a visit you can make on your own exactly the same. When you pay for a tour you expect something more extraordinary than what you can do on your own. Not worth it
Safet is well versed in history and Bosnian culture. He knows the city well and is very nice and friendly. Very recommended for tours
Dear Guest, Thank you very much for this lovely review. We appreciate your recommendation a lot. Warm regards!
I was very pleased with the leadership. It was particularly noteworthy that this was carried out even though I was the only participant. My guide Adi was open-minded, friendly and competent. I was no stranger to the subject as such, as I was already confronted with the events of the war in Sarajevo as a soldier in 1997. In my view, it would be worth considering whether, instead of the yellow fortress, it would not be more appropriate to visit the former bobsleigh course for the subject.
Dear Guest, Dear Guest, Thank you very much for your kind review and for sharing your perspective. We’re glad to hear you enjoyed your tour with Adi and appreciated his friendliness and knowledge. It means a lot to us that you valued the experience even as a solo participant. We also appreciate your suggestion regarding the former bobsled track — feedback like yours helps us improve and adapt our tours for future guests. Warm regards!
Excellent tour and really interesting. He makes the events really come to life with his own personal experiences.
Dear guest, thank you for joining the Times of Misfortune by Insider Sarajevo. We are glad our guide did an outstanding job by bringing to life the unfortunate events that impacted the history of Sarajevo. Thank you for sharing your impressions. Kind regards!
Very interesting. Very complete information about a complicated story. Our guide was qlq one passionate. Sarajevo is a city very different from any I know
Dear guest, Thank you for sharing your impressions. We are glad it was a memorable experience and that the guide was magnificent. Warm regards!
I joined this tour with my wife. For 3 hours we visited the "Tunnel of Hope" near Sarajevo airport. Our guide Nermin, was a retired Bosniak police-man and had served in the Bosnian civil war. She gave us important information about the war and shared her own experiences with us. The tunnel is very impressive and there are lots of materials about its construction process etc., it impresses you. It is a must-see in Sarajevo with extra time to spare. Thank you Nermin!!!
Dear guest, thank you for taking the time to share your impressions! We are glad to see it was a touching and memorable experience for you. The history of the Tunnel of Hope is impressive indeed and Nermin is a great guide who can bring the story to life. Thank you for joining the Tunnel of Hope Tour! Kind regards!
Going at the meeting point I was the only one attending the excursion. My driver and guide Nermin, was very nice and with good knowledge of the story. Great experience!!!
Dear guest, thank you for this lovely review and for participating in the Times of Misfortune Tour. We are thrilled it was a pleasant and memorable experience for you. Warm regards from Sarajevo!
Our guide, Nermin, a police officer during the siege, gave a comprehensive and interesting history of the siege and put a human experience alongside the pictures and videos. I would recommend this tour to everyone visiting the city.
Dear guest, thank you for your kind review and for recommending our tour! We’re delighted to hear that Nermin was able to provide you with a comprehensive and engaging history of the siege, enriched by his personal experience as a police officer during that difficult time. It’s our goal to offer more than just historical facts, and we’re glad Nermin was able to bring the human side of the story to life for you. We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you back to Sarajevo in the future! Best regards!
