Sarajevo: Tunnel War Tour Sarajevo: Tunnel Tour
ID: GYG206607-321606
Category:
Country: Bosnia-Herzegovina
Duration:
02:00 hours
Description
Learn about one of the longest sieges in modern human history on a tour to the Sarajevo Tunnel Museum. See the crucial sites and buildings that were so important during the siege of Sarajevo from 1992-1995.
Board a bus in Sarajevo and head out of the city. During the bus ride, find out how the war started, why the National Library of BH was destroyed, and how many people died. While driving to the Tunnel Museum along the Sniper Alley, listen to stories about what life was like during these years of darkness.
After this introduction, discover the story of a vitally important 800 m long tunnel that connected the occupied and free Sarajevo territories. Upon arrival at the museum, pass through one part of the original tunnel and see the movie about the war in Sarajevo. Listen as your guide explains the role of the tunnel during the siege, its construction, use method and will happily answer all your questions. On the way back to the town, talk about Sarajevo and its future with your guide.
Highlights
- Learn about the Siege of Sarajevo from 1992 -1995, the longest siege in modern warfare
- Visit the incredible Tunnel Museum
- Walk through a section of the 800m tunnel which served as a symbol of resistance and the fight for survival
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• Some may find this story disturbing because it is a representation of the sufferings of citizens of Sarajevo during the war
• There is only 25 meters (80 feet) of the Tunnel that you will be going through
The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
Sarajevo Insider Tour Office, Zelenih beretki 30, Sarajevo 71000, Bosnia and Herzegovina
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
