Cycling Bosnia & Montenegro

Cyle through the changing landscapes and cultures of two emerging nations

Biker on bridge over the ?eljeznica River

The history, culture and most notably political boundaries of Europe have changed dramatically over the centuries and nowhere has this been felt more keenly than Bosnia and Herzegovina and its neighbour Montenegro.

This wild and rugged corner of the Balkan Peninsula is an intriguing mix of influences that can be seen on the streets of Sarajevo and in the towns and villages in the mountains and across the border. Though some of the road network is still relatively undeveloped, it gives us access to many of the beautiful natural sites here, as we bike on the Bjelasnica Olympic Mountain, along the Drina and Tara rivers and across Durmitor National Park.

We spend much of our time on asphalt roads, occasionally taking to gravel as we wind through, up and over the unfolding landscape. There are fewer and fewer new experiences to be had in modern Europe, but as students of modern history will know these emerging nations are perfect for a truly unique two-wheeled adventure.

What makes this trip responsible?

We have an excellent long-term relationship with the local operator who employ and train all leaders. We provide refresher training with a focus on Responsible Tourism, so our local leaders can educate our clients locally on helping to preserve the way of life in their area. Tourism is extremely new here and we are helping to create a new possible career path for active individuals here. Throughout our visit we support the economy of small villages and communities that we pass through, using their smaller restaurants, traders and shops. We will also be visiting an isolated mountain community where we enjoy a traditional lunch, directly benefitting the villagers themselves. All picnic lunches are sourced locally from small privately owned shops.

Itinerary

[detailed itinerary...]

Countries visited: Bosnia and Herzegovina, Montenegro

Day 1

Fly to Sarajevo, transfer to city centre.

Day 2

Bjelasnica Olympic Mountain and Trekavica Mountain ride passing waterfalls and beautiful countryside.

Day 3

Back country riding above Sarajevo via Olympic bobsleighing and downhill venues on Trebevic and Jahorina Mountains.

Day 4

Biking along the old Ottoman caravan route connecting Sarajevo with Istanbul. End of the day transfer to Montenegrin Border.

Day 5

Transfer to Pluzina; ride through Durmitor National Park; lunch in traditional shepherd's hut and continue beneath the highest peak in Montenegro to Zabljazk.

Day 6

Half day ride to Mala Crna Gora with wonderful views of the Tara Canyon.

Day 7

Explore the isolated rolling hills of the Sinjajevina mountain range and plateau with Montenegro's largest pasture range en route to Kolasin.

Day 8

Short transfer to Moskra then ride through the mountains to the villages around the Piva canyon and lake.

Day 9

Transfer to Sarajevo; free time to relax, late afternoon city tour.

Day 10

Transfer to airport; fly to London

Want to see more?

Trip Notes contain all the detailed information you need. A full day by day itinerary, accommodation details, guides and other practical information. Download Now

Then Check Availability and Book Online

Exodus images from CYCLING BOSNIA & MONTENEGRO

Note: Click on a thumbnail to enlarge.

Country road in Bosnia