ROSES OF SARAJEVO (Official War + City tour) -Story of a Survivor
Overview
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4 hours 15 minutes
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‘Roses of Sarajevo’ is a small-group tour that hosted STING in 2022!
A number one ranked tour in Sarajevo!
Recommended by Sting, Cass Pennant, KAYAK and 100% of travelers.
The official war + olympic + city tour of Sarajevo, presented ONLY by the tour guides that survived the siege.
Some used the Tunnel of Hope to escape, or last convoys trying to exit Sarajevo, or were refugees in their own city during the war. A life experience!
Today, they are healing wounds to bring color from darkness.
The Tunnel of Hope nowadays is the most touristic and symbolic place of Sarajevo, where you need to get presentation from staff that experienced it 20+ years ago.
It’s the place that ended the 20th century!
Our transports are SUV and MPV cars with safe drivers.
Take a chance and get the best-sold war book from our tour guide, in the Tunnel of Hope souvenir shop.
Our specialty is our STAFF! The only agency with all registered, certified, licensed and war-experienced tour guides.
Additional Info
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Please note, that one Guide have a maximum 8 person
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Sarajevo War Tunnel
1. 20+ monuments will be explained and seen while driving to the Tunnel of Hope Museum (Ottoman, Austro-Hungarian and Yugoslav monuments) 2. War house (Kolar family) 3.Watch an on-going movie for 17 mins 44 sec 4. Minefields 5. '92-'95 Sarajevo War Museum 6. War room and War journal spot 7. Walk through the Tunnel of Hope 8. Free time 10-15 minutes
Katedrala Srca Isusova
1. Brief explanation of Sarajevo’s Sacred Heart of Jesus Cathedral. 2. Sarajevo ‘Little Yugoslavia’ name.
What‘s Included
Driver/guide
Transport by air-conditioned minivan
Tunnel of Hope Museum
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ROSES OF SARAJEVO TOUR
Reviews
781 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
We had an amazing tour of...
Erna K,Mar 31, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We had an amazing tour of Sarajevo with Alen and couldn’t recommend it more highly. Alen is incredibly knowledgeable. Every question we had was answered in thoughtful detail. From the very beginning, he made us feel welcome and comfortable. What really stood out was how much we were able to see and learn in such a short time without ever feeling rushed. The tour was perfectly paced and packed with fascinating insights and memorable stories. If you’re visiting Sarajevo, this tour is an absolute must!
A MUST-DO tour in Sarajevo
dorofayee,Mar 22, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our tour guide Mak is awesome. He shared his personal experiences during and after the siege with us. His insights are very valuable to me as I could learn so much more about what happened and how life was like. Thank you! I recommend everyone coming to Sarajevo to take this tour.
Essential
kenanc863,Mar 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very informative guide with amazing driving skills. Surely worth every penny. A must-do if you visit Sarajevo.
Unbelievable tour
sabf5497,Mar 8, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Fascinating, sobering, and truly insightful. Definitely one of the most thorough, all-encompassing tours I’ve ever taken. Mak was fantastic, and I was beyond honored to learn his country’s history and hear his personal experiences. Very touching. Highly recommend.
An unforgettable Sarajevo experience
Zhongze C,Mar 7, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Very memorable experience, the guide is very sincere, enthusiastic, professional, let personal experience of the heavy history of Bosnia and Herzegovina, the locals during the Siege of Sarajevo feel and energy, also let you see the vitality and hope of Sarajevo. The guide Alen is very good and knows the local good food and fun. Recommended especially for friends interested in this history;)
Excellent guide!
Mark V,Mar 4, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Mak was an excellent guide. He is a true scholar with an encyclopedic knowledge of the history of the city. His personal story brings great perspective to the historical facts. You will get to see all of Sarajevo, not a superficial "happy tour" of the touristic areas. Highly recommended!
An Essential Sarajevo Experience
Caitlin T,Mar 2, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00I’ve gone on tours all over the world, and this one is truly unmissable. Mak takes you to places around Sarajevo that you likely wouldn’t reach on your own, or even notice without the context he provides. Seeing the Tunnel of Hope was especially powerful with someone who has a first-hand connection helping translate its significance. What stood out most was Mak’s openness in explaining not only what happened during the siege, but the political context, local sentiment, and human realities behind it. He answered every question thoughtfully and thoroughly, and the insight he shared gave real meaning to the places we visited. I left feeling genuinely grateful to have benefited from his knowledge and perspective. The experience will influence how I think about Sarajevo, the region, and even modern conflicts elsewhere. Mak did an exceptional job, and the company is fortunate to have him representing both their brand and the city so well. The operator was extremely helpful and responsive, communication was smooth, and the tour was more than worth the price. If you’re visiting the city — no matter how long you’re staying — I would prioritize this tour.
A must-do in Sarajevo!
ldB7410XY,Feb 22, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Alan was an incredible guide. I thoroughly enjoyed this tour because of his knowledge, openness and passion for his city and country. Highly recommend for anyone who wants an in-depth look at the siege and its lasting impacts on the Bosnian people.
Amazing experience
d enanp2026,Feb 22, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The tour is excellent, informative and the guide is super professional and friendly. Would surely recommend to everyone!
Incredible and illuminating
W4994BBkevind,Feb 9, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This tour is definitely a great opportunity to learn more about Sarajevo in general, but specifically about Sarajevo during and after the siege. Mak was a fantastic guide - I couldn’t have asked for more. He was friendly, incredibly knowledgeable, and generous with both his expertise and with sharing his personal experiences of life during and after the war. Though I was the only person on the tour (I was there during the off-season), Mak ensured the experience was just as thorough as it would have been with a full group. I’m so grateful to have had the opportunity to participate in this tour and would absolutely recommend it to anyone visiting this incredible and complex city for the first time.
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