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About us

At Cheyf, we believe the best journeys don’t happen when you’re rushing to tick boxes off a list. They happen in the quiet in-betweens — when you stop for a moment, look around, and connect.

foggy mountain summit

About us

At Cheyf, we believe the best journeys don’t happen when you’re rushing to tick boxes off a list. They happen in the quiet in-betweens — when you stop for a moment, look around, and connect.

foggy mountain summit

About us

At Cheyf, we believe the best journeys don’t happen when you’re rushing to tick boxes off a list. They happen in the quiet in-betweens — when you stop for a moment, look around, and connect.

The story of .Cheyf

They say life is what happens while you’re making other plans. The same goes for a really good trip: the magic hides in the in-betweens - when the sky suddenly catches fire between accommodations, or a stranger invites you to taste his rakija.

That’s where Cheyf was born. Our Bosnian-German founders, Nermin and Kathrin, planned to stay in Bosnia and Herzegovina for six months - just until the pandemic passed. That was 2021. They’re still here.

Those months revealed what guidebooks rarely show: Bosnia and Herzegovina is one of Europe’s most diverse countries. From mountains to sea in a single day. From Sarajevo’s Viennese cafés to Ottoman courtyards - continents crossing without ever leaving the city.

One afternoon, floating in the Adriatic, the idea took shape: a travel agency that does things differently. Not rushed. Not staged. Tours rooted in everyday life, small moments of joy, and genuine connection with local communities.

Bosnia builds bridges. Are you ready to take the first step?

The story of .Cheyf

They say life is what happens while you’re making other plans. The same goes for a really good trip: the magic hides in the in-betweens - when the sky suddenly catches fire between accommodations, or a stranger invites you to taste his rakija.

That’s where Cheyf was born. Our Bosnian-German founders, Nermin and Kathrin, planned to stay in Bosnia and Herzegovina for six months - just until the pandemic passed. That was 2021. They’re still here.

Those months revealed what guidebooks rarely show: Bosnia and Herzegovina is one of Europe’s most diverse countries. From mountains to sea in a single day. From Sarajevo’s Viennese cafés to Ottoman courtyards - continents crossing without ever leaving the city.

One afternoon, floating in the Adriatic, the idea took shape: a travel agency that does things differently. Not rushed. Not staged. Tours rooted in everyday life, small moments of joy, and genuine connection with local communities.

Bosnia builds bridges. Are you ready to take the first step?

The story of .Cheyf

They say life is what happens while you’re making other plans. The same goes for a really good trip: the magic hides in the in-betweens - when the sky suddenly catches fire between accommodations, or a stranger invites you to taste his rakija.

That’s where Cheyf was born. Our Bosnian-German founders, Nermin and Kathrin, planned to stay in Bosnia and Herzegovina for six months - just until the pandemic passed. That was 2021. They’re still here.

Those months revealed what guidebooks rarely show: Bosnia and Herzegovina is one of Europe’s most diverse countries. From mountains to sea in a single day. From Sarajevo’s Viennese cafés to Ottoman courtyards - continents crossing without ever leaving the city.

One afternoon, floating in the Adriatic, the idea took shape: a travel agency that does things differently. Not rushed. Not staged. Tours rooted in everyday life, small moments of joy, and genuine connection with local communities.

Bosnia builds bridges. Are you ready to take the first step?

Meet the .Cheyfs

Most of our team is Bosnian born and brewed, with a splash of Germany. What connects us? A love for coffee chats, weekends in nature, and (of course) really good trips through Bosnia and Herzegovina.

We don’t just design your Bosnia itinerary or guide you around — we’re the local friends who know the best dog beach, brunch spot, or playground, ensuring your trip feels uniquely you.

Nermin Numić

Founder & ćejf Designer

Our Bosnian founder is happiest with a cold beer on a mountaintop, people-watching and taking in the view and a moment of silence. But don’t worry–he’s happy to share his ćejf.

Favorite place in Bosnia: The hidden beaches of Trebižat River in Herzegovina

Nermin Numić

Founder & ćejf Designer

Our Bosnian founder is happiest with a cold beer on a mountaintop, people-watching and taking in the view and a moment of silence. But don’t worry–he’s happy to share his ćejf.

Favorite place in Bosnia: The hidden beaches of Trebižat River in Herzegovina

Kathrin Numić

Founder & Brand Magician

Our German founder starts every day with a big mug of cafe latte on the balcony as the street below wakes up. For her ćejf? Best to leave her to it ;)

Favorite place in Bosnia: Trebinje in late summer when the light is golden and nights still warm

Kathrin Numić

Founder & Brand Magician

Our German founder starts every day with a big mug of cafe latte on the balcony as the street below wakes up. For her ćejf? Best to leave her to it ;)

Favorite place in Bosnia: Trebinje in late summer when the light is golden and nights still warm

Azur Numić

Cosy Stay Curator

When he’s having his ćejf, you’ll find our hospitality and accommodations manager on Wilson’s Alley, people-watching like a true Bosnian mahaluša as the sun sets behind the buildings of Grbavica.

Favorite place in Bosnia: Crni Vir waterfall in summer when you need that cool down in scorching Hercegovina

Semir Opaćin

Founder & ćejf Designer

Our tour guide enjoys a half-hour coffee and a short stroll through Sarajevo before every tour — streets he never tires of, no matter how often he walks them. Since he finds his ćejf even while working, you’re in very good hands.

Favorite place in Bosnia: the mountains around Sarajevo, especially his favorite peak Fox Head.

Jasminka Gafić

Travel Experience Architect

Don’t disturb our head of operations and guest experience during her morning ćejf: easing into the day while the family sleeps, feeding the birds and dogs, looking after the plants — all with a strong espresso in hand.

Favorite place in Bosnia: Sarajevo in spring, when all the trees and the smiles on people’s faces are blossoming

Azur Numić

Cosy Stay Curator

When he’s having his ćejf, you’ll find our hospitality and accommodations manager on Wilson’s Alley, people-watching like a true Bosnian mahaluša as the sun sets behind the buildings of Grbavica.

Favorite place in Bosnia: Crni Vir waterfall in summer when you need that cool down in scorching Hercegovina

Azur Numić

Cosy Stay Curator

When he’s having his ćejf, you’ll find our hospitality and accommodations manager on Wilson’s Alley, people-watching like a true Bosnian mahaluša as the sun sets behind the buildings of Grbavica.

Favorite place in Bosnia: Crni Vir waterfall in summer when you need that cool down in scorching Hercegovina

Semir Opaćin

Founder & ćejf Designer

Our tour guide enjoys a half-hour coffee and a short stroll through Sarajevo before every tour — streets he never tires of, no matter how often he walks them. Since he finds his ćejf even while working, you’re in very good hands.

Favorite place in Bosnia: the mountains around Sarajevo, especially his favorite peak Fox Head.

Semir Opaćin

Founder & ćejf Designer

Our tour guide enjoys a half-hour coffee and a short stroll through Sarajevo before every tour — streets he never tires of, no matter how often he walks them. Since he finds his ćejf even while working, you’re in very good hands.

Favorite place in Bosnia: the mountains around Sarajevo, especially his favorite peak Fox Head.

Jasminka Gafić

Travel Experience Architect

Don’t disturb our head of operations and guest experience during her morning ćejf: easing into the day while the family sleeps, feeding the birds and dogs, looking after the plants — all with a strong espresso in hand.

Favorite place in Bosnia: Sarajevo in spring, when all the trees and the smiles on people’s faces are blossoming

Jasminka Gafić

Travel Experience Architect

Don’t disturb our head of operations and guest experience during her morning ćejf: easing into the day while the family sleeps, feeding the birds and dogs, looking after the plants — all with a strong espresso in hand.

Favorite place in Bosnia: Sarajevo in spring, when all the trees and the smiles on people’s faces are blossoming

Our values.

The heart of .Cheyf

Bosnia is more

Each of our tours starts with an overview of Bosnia and Herzegovina’s 1,000 years of history – because the country is more than the 1990s. It’s unique nature, famous hospitality, season and regional foods, and diverse cities. A constant mix of East and West. The familiar and the new.

We invite you to take the road less traveled and explore places outside the tourist hot spots. This avoids overtourism and supports local communities throughout the entire country.

Tourism is building bridges

Bosnia and Herzegovina is a meeting point of cultures, and our tours are building bridges between you and people whose everyday life, religion or world view might be very different from your own.

Our wine makers, mountaineering guides, or hosts come from different religions, ethnicities and backgrounds. We pay them fairly and value them as experts in their own home and region. You meet them, talk to them, and come home having learned something new.

The ćejf way

The best travel moments happen in the in-betweens. A herd of sheep crossing the street unplanned. A sunset lighting the sky on fire.

Each of our tours is planned with the breathing room to let these moments happen. Because travel is not only about sightseeing, it’s also about culture and customs – and no trip can be complete without the Bosnian philosophy of enjoying the small things that make life worth living.

Our commitment to responsible travel in Bosnia and Herzegovina

Responsible travel is no buzzword or checkbox for us. We want to keep Bosnia and Herzegovina adventurous, hospitable, and full of lessons and surprises for many visitors to come.

Locally created

This experience has been crafted carefully together with local guides, hosts or businesses

Chooses the path less traveled

This tour avoids overcrowded hotspots and focuses on places where tourism supports everyday life instead of overwhelming it.

Includes local communities

For this experience, we work with local partners for activities, accommodation, and transportation.

Supports a local project

Part of this experience supports local initiatives or small businesses

Ćejf-approved pacing

This experience is designed with breathing room for the small moments of joy in life: coffee, conversations, and moments you didn’t plan for.

Your trip, your tempo.

Want something tailored to your interests? Let us design a journey that moves at your pace — whether that’s wine tasting, hiking, or lingering over coffee with locals.

Your trip, your tempo.

Want something tailored to your interests? Let us design a journey that moves at your pace — whether that’s wine tasting, hiking, or lingering over coffee with locals.

Your trip, your tempo.

Want something tailored to your interests? Let us design a journey that moves at your pace — whether that’s wine tasting, hiking, or lingering over coffee with locals.