Mahala Urban Hike

From the impressive Austro-Hungarian buildings of the city, we walk through the mahalas, the old Ottoman neighbourhoods and up to great viewpoints over Sarajevo. Your guide will tell you a lot about the history of Sarajevo and show you how people lived (lived) in the city then and now!

Duration
5 to 7 hours
5 kilometers

Difficulty
Easy, no need to be an experienced hiker

Small groups
max 12 persons

optional lunch
in traditional Bosnian restaurant with a view

tour description

From the city centre to nature in less than an hour – through neighbourhoods that seem like villages, up high into the forest and then back, past small neighbourhood mosques and historical monuments. This is exactly what awaits you on our Urban Hike!

We meet at the cathedral – there are already the first exciting facts to tell about this city, the Jerusalem of the Balkans, before we set off for the mahalas. These typical Ottoman neighbourhoods of Sarajevo cling to the surrounding mountains with their houses and tell exciting stories of multiculturalism, diversity and cohesion!

We discover Sufi monasteries, Jewish homes and gardens where goats graze and vegetables are grown. Our urban hike then takes us up to Café 105: a place steeped in history and one of the most beautiful views over Sarajevo!

There we enjoy a little refreshment, exchange our impressions of the first part of our hike – and take photos. Freshly strengthened, we start the descent – past old trenches and other great viewpoints of the canyon of the Miljacka River. On this part of the hike you can expect insights into the siege of Sarajevo in the 90s.

Our hike ends at Mahala Sedrenik – with a typical Bosnian lunch and rakija tasting with a phenomenal view (if you want)!

Details

Meeting Point: Sacred Heart Cathedral
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Monday to Sunday at 9.30 am
certified, english-speaking tour guide
vegetarian options available for lunch
Free cancellation up to 48 hours before
Can also be booked as a private tour
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Please wear comfortable shoes and bring a water bottle. There will be opportunities to refill along the way. In summer, please remember sunscreen and a hat.

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From: 80,00 KM

Please note: The minimum group size is three people. We reserve the right to cancel tours that do not meet the minimum group size – except for private tours. You wanted to book a private tour with friends or as a couple only? This is also possible on request – just email us.

What our guests say

Really beautiful, interesting and different tour of Sarajevo! You see parts of the town that you won’t come to with other walking tours in the city and I was amazed to realise how close the city is to the mountains and tranquil nature! The guide was very open, answered all our questions and adapted the information to what we were interested in. A must!

Anna-Clara

Urban hike is perfect for those who want to get out and spend time in nature yet don’t feel ready to cover very long distances.
At this tour, I was able to see the famous mahalas, the remarkable part of Sarajevo that makes it look so pretty from the valley when looking up at the hills surrounding the city. During the hike I saw different notable buildings (which are often omitted in the tour guide books?!), learned more about the traditional Bosnian architecture and culture, got to be smitten by of the best panoramic views of Sarajevo.
Not to mention that it was a great workout after which you are rewarded by a hearty lunch in a beautiful restaurant specialised in Bosnian cuisine.

Something else I would like to highlight as I did several tours with .Cheyf. You don’t feel like a tourist with them, bit rather like a local who spends time with good friends — that’s how extravert and accommodating Kathi and Numa are. Check them out — rest assured you will want to come back over and over again.

Saniya

This tour really opened up my eyes to Sarajevo’s landscapes and culture. The guides are engaging and really made this a worthwhile trip. I think it’s the best guided experience I’ve had. Also, very good value for money.

Zach

You haven’t been to Sarajevo if you didn’t do this tour! One of the best tours of my life! I loved every part of it! The history of different neighbourhoods and the “mahalas”, the constant change of architecture, the scenery, the views. At one point you are in the Austro-Hungarian quarter, passing by the old Jewish quarter, socialist buildings, some mosques, neighbourhoods from the Ottoman time, and illegal settlements, then you are in some kind of village and you end up on a hill in the woods with a breathtaking view!
We visited the place where some important battles happened during the recent war. There are still trenches that the soldiers dug 30 years ago. Then the best part was the reward after the hike! Amazing food and drinks and we had such a good time! Seriously, one of the best hikes and foods ever!

Emir