Herzegovina in a nutshell
Herzegovina is a region in the south of Bosnia and Herzegovina, not a country of its own. The country is made up of the Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina, the Republika Srpska and the Brčko District. Mostar sits on the Neretva, Trebinje lies in the Republika Srpska, and Konjic marks the point where Herzegovina meets the mountains of Bosnia. The cantonal tourism organization lists Mostar, Blagaj, Medjugorje, Stolac, Konjic and Hutovo Blato as destinations, but its remit is smaller than the whole geographic region.
This guide covers the places most visitors come for: the Old Bridge in Mostar, the Kravice waterfalls, the dervish house at Blagaj, the fortified village of Počitelj, the pilgrimage site of Medjugorje, Trebinje, Konjic and Stolac, plus day trips from Dubrovnik. It is an independent site, not run by a tourism board, a city, a parish or a tour company. Prices are in convertible marks (KM) with euro amounts, as listed in 2026, and they change.
Where to go in Herzegovina
Eight places, each with its own page.
| Place | Known for | Worth knowing |
|---|---|---|
| Mostar | Old town and the Old Bridge | UNESCO lists the Old Bridge Area, not every street of the city |
| Kravice | A wide curtain of waterfalls | Swimming is at your own risk |
| Blagaj | Dervish house at the Buna spring | Dated to the 16th century |
| Počitelj | Fortified village above the Neretva | On the UNESCO tentative list, not on the World Heritage List |
| Medjugorje | Pilgrimage site | Church, Apparition Hill and Cross Mountain |
| Trebinje | Walled old town and monastery wine | In the Republika Srpska |
| Konjic | Old stone bridge, rafting, a former bunker | Bunker visits need a reservation |
| Stolac | The Bregava river and medieval tombstones | Radimlja is part of a UNESCO site |
No joint ticket, shared opening hours or required minimum stay is published for the region. Each place sets its own prices and hours, and this guide gives them page by page.
Our picks: Herzegovina tours
A day trip from Mostar, a walk through the old town and a long day from Dubrovnik.
Hand-picked tours, booked through GetYourGuide. Prices are indicative starting prices in euros (as of October 2026). Tap a tour for live availability and the current price in your currency.
Blagaj, Počitelj and Kravica from Mostar
Pickup and return in Mostar, a guide and an air-conditioned minibus, with free time at Blagaj, Počitelj and Kravica. Kravica entry costs €10 per person; food and drinks are extra.
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Old town walk with Stari Most and a mosque visit
A guided walk with a view of Stari Most, a visit to the Koski Mehmed Pasha Mosque and the minaret panorama, all included.
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Mostar and Kravica from Dubrovnik
Hotel pickup, an air-conditioned vehicle, a guide and a 30-minute walk in Mostar with a local guide. Kravica entry (€10) and the border fee (€3) are extra, as are food and tips.
Check availability →Mostar and Herzegovina tours and day trips
Day trips to Mostar and Kravice, guided walks, rafting and more, with live prices and availability.
Plan your trip
Start with the list of things to do, then pick the pages you need.
Things to do in Herzegovina
Twelve experiences, from the Old Bridge to rafting on the Neretva.
Tours compared
What to check on day trips, plus bunker, rafting and boat trips with 2026 prices.
Dubrovnik to Mostar
Buses, travel times and the border, with the Schengen exit rules.
Getting to Herzegovina
Mostar airport, the train from Sarajevo and long-distance buses.
Travel tips
Money, entry rules, safety and mines in plain terms.
Weather and best time
Mostar climate averages by month and what they mean for your trip.
Where to stay
Areas in Mostar, Medjugorje and Trebinje, and the 2026 tourist tax.
The places
One page for each stop on a typical route.
Mostar
Old town, bazaar, mosque and museums around the Neretva.
Stari Most
The Old Bridge: history, reconstruction and the divers.
Kravice waterfalls
Entry, opening hours by month and swimming rules.
Blagaj
The tekke at the Buna spring and how to dress.
Počitelj
A fortified village on the slope above the Neretva.
Medjugorje
Church, hills and a neutral view of the Vatican note.
Trebinje
Old town, Tvrdoš monastery and wine in the Republika Srpska.
Konjic
Old bridge, Neretva rafting, bunker and Lake Boračko.
Stolac and Radimlja
Medieval tombstones and the Bregava valley.
Good to know
Points where older guides and forum posts are often wrong.
Kravice has one adult price
The operator lists 20 KM (about €10.23) for adults all year. Do not rely on older seasonal price lists.
Kravice guide →The railway is not closed for good
The line was interrupted by floods in 2024. Passenger trains between Sarajevo and Čapljina resumed on 10 February 2025, and the 2025/2026 timetable lists regular services. Check the current timetable before you go.
Getting there →Medjugorje and the Vatican
A note of 19 September 2024 gives a positive pastoral judgment and allows public veneration (nihil obstat). It does not declare the reported apparitions to be of supernatural origin.
Medjugorje guide →Returning to Schengen
The EU Entry/Exit System has been fully in use since 10 April 2026. EU citizens are not registered in it. It is separate from ETIAS and from the rules for entering Bosnia and Herzegovina.
Border tips →The tourist tax is not national
Herzegovina-Neretva Canton sets 3 KM per night from 1 January 2026. Do not assume the same amount in other cantons or in Trebinje.
Where to stay →No blanket green card rule
For ordinary cars with, for example, German or Croatian plates, the plate counts as proof of insurance. Check your rental contract and the border clearance for hire cars.
Travel tips →Herzegovina: frequently asked questions
Is Herzegovina a separate country?
No. It is the southern region of Bosnia and Herzegovina. There is no international border between Mostar and Trebinje, although Trebinje lies in the Republika Srpska, one of the country's entities.
Do I need a visa?
US citizens can visit visa-free for up to 90 days, with a passport valid for 3 months beyond departure. German citizens need a passport or ID card that is still valid for 3 months on departure, and may stay up to 90 days within 6 months without a visa. Rules for other nationalities differ, so check your government's travel advice. Bosnia and Herzegovina is not in the Schengen area.
What currency do I need?
The convertible mark, written KM or BAM. The central bank rate listed on 21 October 2026 was €1 = 1.95583 KM. Some providers quote euro prices, but that does not mean every shop accepts euros. Card payments are becoming more common, while small shops and markets often want cash.
When is the best time to visit?
There is no single best month. In Mostar, average daily highs are 29.8 °C in June and 33.5 °C in August, against 27.2 °C in September. September has more rain on average than July or August. Details are on the weather page.
How do I get to Herzegovina?
By plane to Mostar, by train from Sarajevo, or by bus from Dubrovnik, Split and Sarajevo. Croatia Airlines lists a direct flight from Zagreb of about 55 minutes, three times a week, with different days in summer and winter. See getting there.
Is visitherzegovina.org an official tourism site?
No. It is an independent travel guide with no link to a tourism board, a city, a parish, a government body or any tour operator.