Blagaj Tekija & Buna River Half-Day Tour from Mostar

Overview

Available languages

English

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Step into a blend of nature, spirituality, and heritage on this half-day tour to Blagaj Tekija and the Buna River. Just a short drive from Mostar, Blagaj is home to one of the most iconic sites in Bosnia and Herzegovina, the 16th-century Dervish Monastery (Tekija), dramatically located at the source of the Buna River, under towering cliffs.

This tour is ideal for travelers seeking a peaceful cultural escape, photogenic scenery, and insight into Sufi mysticism and Ottoman-era architecture.

The Stari Most (Old Bridge), which stands alone in beauty and elegance, crosses the River Neretva in a high arch, and is therefore referred to as the petrified crescent.

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Professional authorized guide

Entrance fee to Blagaj Tekija

Lunch

Transportation

Gratuities

What To Expect

Blagaj tekija

Blagaj Tekke is a 16th-century Dervish monastery nestled at the source of the Buna River, near Mostar in Bosnia and Herzegovina. This architectural and spiritual gem is one of the most picturesque sites in the country, harmoniously blending Ottoman-era design with the dramatic natural landscape.

45 minutes • Admission Included

River Buna Spring

Nestled beneath a towering cliff in the quaint village of Blagaj, the River Buna Spring (Vrelo Bune) is one of the strongest and most picturesque karst springs in Europe. Gushing from a cavern beneath a vertical limestone wall, the turquoise waters form the source of the Buna River, creating a truly breathtaking natural spectacle.

30 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

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Blagaj Tekija & Buna River Half-Day Tour from Mostar

Reviews

5.00

17 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Busy at times but really...
Paul N,
Sep 19, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Busy at times but really worth the visit to understand the Dervish history and religious background to this unique place.
Highly recommended!
Stefanie G,
Sep 5, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
The tour was very informative. The guide introduced us to the culture of his country with great enthusiasm. His German was very good and we were able to understand everything well.
Absolutely wonderful
Shaun A,
Jul 14, 2023
- Review from Viator
5.00
This was a wonderful tour. Selmir was so gracious and gave us so much to think about, his commentary was thoughtful, educational and thorough. We were touched by the beauty and hospitality of this city and would recommend anyone to visit and to take this tour.
Super walking tour, recommend going on it!
karinlY5354LW,
Jun 1, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
The walking tour was awesome, Alisia was really great at getting us interested in everything. Bosnian coffee is the best coffee I have ever had make sure to get it! 😍
Memorable Mostar Experience
979alexas,
Sep 28, 2022
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Aleci was a fantastic tour guide who provided so much information about the history of not only Mostar, but Bosnia & Herzegovina as a country. Very well spoken and well informed. The stop at the coffee house to learn the difference between Bosnian & Turkish coffee once he learned of our Turkish heritage made my mom's trip. Thank you so much!
Amazing City/ very entertaining and historical Walking Tour
maesaa2021,
Sep 13, 2022
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Alica was such an excellent tour guide. Thank you so much for your lovely and interesting stories. My husband and I really enjoyed the walking tour of Mostar as well as all recommendations of where to eat and what to buy. The Bosnian coffee was delicious 🥰. Thank you
Excellent guide
RobertL F,
Aug 26, 2022
- Review from Viator
5.00
We enjoyed our walking tour with Selmir. He was very nice and full of information about Mostar. We enjoyed his humor too. We highly recommend his tour
Walking tour
Johnc35,
Aug 24, 2022
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Went on walking tour of the city in English on 23rd of Aug this was part of a package trip from Dubrovnik. The young man was an excellent guide who was very knowledgable and took a great pride in his country highly recommended to anyone
Mostar experience
Ange A,
Aug 21, 2022
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
This tour was fantastic and we had a great guide in Ali. We loved all the information Ali told us and he was able to answer all our questions. He was extremely knowledgeable about the area and this impressed us. The visit to the 'Turkish' House was fascinating and the explanation about traditional coffee was captivating. Our only request for next time is that Tui inform their guests of the type of footwear needed for this visit.
Funny and knowledgable guide!
Niamh C,
Aug 15, 2022
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We did a walking tour around Mostar as part of a trip we booked on get your guide. Our local guide Al was extremely knowledgable and witty, just what we like! He gave us insightful information about Mostar and the country in general, despite te torrential weather. He brought us to a traditional Turkish house and even showed us how traditional coffee was made and the meaning behind it. He was cracking jokes the whole time which made it that much more enjoyable. I really appreciate the knowledge he had on our own country and the similarities between the divides in Ireland and Bosnia. It’s not often you get guides who know their world geography! Would highly recommend Al and the tour!