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Olympic Tour in Sarajevo | Greatest Winter Olympics story
from 60€/per person
(50 reviews)
- Duration: 4 hours
- Max people: 20
- Medium difficulty
- Min age: 0+
- Pickup: Sarajevo
- Drop-off: Sarajevo
Tour overview
The Sarajevo Olympic Tour is created to let you experience the spirit of the Olympics and a flashback to the 1980s.
Among other Sarajevo tours, this one will give you a perspective into the Communist period when various nations from Yugoslavia worked together in order to host the first successful Winter Olympic Games in a Communist country.
Sarajevo hosted the XIV Winter Olympic Games in 1984, and the facilities used for this event are still representing the pride of Sarajevo.
In our half-day Olympic Tour in Sarajevo, we will visit Olympic Stadium Kosevo and Olympic Hall Zetra, where the Olympic Museum is also located. After that, we continue to our three beautiful Olympic mountains – Bjelasnica, Igman and Trebevic.
We invite you to join this tour and find out why Sarajevo has been declared the best host of the Winter Olympic Games of the time.
Tour pricing
Single ticket
60€/per person
Tour timetable
- Departure & return location: Meet Bosnia Tours agency – at the crossroads of Gazi Husrev Begova 75, Mula Mustafe Bašeskije, Sarajevo 71000, or we can pick you up at your hotel. (See on maps)
- Departure time: 09:00 AM
Tour highlights
- Olympic Stadium
- The highest Dinaric Mountain - Bjelasnica
- Jumping slopes on Mountain Igman
- Trebevic panoramic views
- Olympic Hall and Olympic Museum
- Olympic Village in Sarajevo
- Walk on top of the Bob Sleigh Track
Itinerary
Olympic Stadium Koševo (Asim Ferhatović Hase Stadium)
The Olympic tour in Sarajevo begins at the legendary Olympic Stadium Koševo, where the opening ceremony of the 1984 Winter Olympics took place. Built in 1947 by Youth Work Brigades from across former Yugoslavia, this stadium became a symbol of unity and post-war reconstruction.
Over the years, Koševo hosted world-renowned football clubs such as Manchester United, Real Madrid, and Inter Milan, as well as historic masses led by Pope John Paul II (1997) and Pope Francis (2015).
Today, the stadium is home to FK Sarajevo and the Bosnia and Herzegovina national football team. It proudly bears the name Asim Ferhatović Hase Stadium, honouring the legendary Bosnian footballer.
10:00 – Olympic Hall Zetra (Juan Antonio Samaranch Hall)
Next, the Olympic tour continues to Zetra Olympic Hall, built for the 1984 Olympics and once described as an “ultramodern sports facility”. It hosted ice hockey and speed skating competitions, where several world records were set.
The hall was heavily damaged during the Bosnian War but was later rebuilt with the support of the International Olympic Committee (IOC). Today, it carries the name Juan Antonio Samaranch Hall in honour of the former IOC President and Sarajevo’s great friend.
Zetra remains one of Sarajevo’s most important Olympic landmarks and was the main venue for the 2019 European Youth Winter Olympic Festival. Locals fondly remember it for the unforgettable Bolero ice dance performance by Jane Torvill and Christopher Dean during the 1984 Games.
Olympic Village and Mascot Vučko
No Olympic tour would be complete without meeting Vučko, the beloved mascot of the 1984 Winter Olympics. The friendly wolf still smiles from the Olympic Village in Mojmilo, reminding visitors of Sarajevo’s proud Olympic spirit.
Vučko, a symbol of courage, friendship, and the triumph of good over evil, became one of the most recognisable Olympic mascots in history. Standing near the original Olympic logo tower, you’ll hear stories about how Vučko changed the world’s perception of Bosnia’s wilderness and warmth.
Bjelašnica Mountain – Alpine Skiing Venue
Leaving the city behind, the Olympic tour continues toward the Olympic Mountains surrounding Sarajevo. The first stop is Bjelašnica, the highest mountain in the Dinaric Alps and the site of the alpine skiing events during the 1984 Olympics.
You’ll have the chance to take the cable car up the slopes, enjoy spectacular views, and breathe the crisp alpine air. In a cosy mountain hut, enjoy a cup of hot tea while your guide shares stories about Olympic competitions and athletes who once conquered these slopes.
Igman Mountain – Nordic Skiing and Biathlon
Next, the Olympic tour continues to Igman Mountain, the venue for Nordic skiing, biathlon, and ski jumping during the Winter Olympics. The original ski jump towers still stand as reminders of the city’s sporting legacy.
Igman’s untouched forests and wide meadows are also a popular destination for hiking and winter recreation, offering peace and pristine nature only 30 minutes from Sarajevo.
Trebević Mountain – Bobsleigh Track and Panoramic Views
The final stop of the Olympic tour is Trebević Mountain, once the site of bobsleigh and luge competitions. The concrete bobsleigh track, now covered in vibrant street art, has become one of Sarajevo’s most iconic landmarks.
From Trebević, you’ll enjoy the best panoramic view of Sarajevo, accessible via the modern cable car rebuilt in 2019 after its wartime destruction. A walk along the track provides incredible photo opportunities and a moment to reflect on Sarajevo’s Olympic heritage — a blend of triumph, tragedy, and renewal.
Return to Sarajevo
After a day full of Olympic stories, stunning landscapes, and historical landmarks, the Olympic tour concludes back in Sarajevo. You’ll leave with a new appreciation for the city that once hosted the world — and still proudly carries the Olympic flame in its heart.
Included
- Licensed guide
- Transportation
- AC equipped vehicle
- Hotel pick-up
- Hotel drop-off
- Luggage handling: you may bring it with you on the tour, or securely store it for free at our office during the day.
Excluded
- Optional cable car rides on the mountains
- Private tour
- Private expenses
- Food & beverages
What to bring on tour
- Passport & Visa (if required)
- Local Currency (BAM - Convertible Mark)
- Travel Insurance
- Adapter & Charger
- Mobile Phone
FAQ
You can book directly through our website, contact us via email or phone, or visit our office in Sarajevo. We are happy to assist with any inquiries and help you plan your perfect trip!
Yes, we provide private drivers and guides for a more personalized experience. Let us know your preferences, and we will arrange the best option for you.
Visa requirements depend on your nationality. Many travelers from the EU, the US, and several other countries can enter visa-free for up to 90 days. Please check with your local embassy for specific details.
Pack according to the season. Comfortable walking shoes, weather-appropriate clothing, and a small backpack for day trips are recommended. Don’t forget essentials like travel adapters and personal medication.
Tipping in Bosnia is appreciated but not mandatory. In restaurants, rounding up the bill or leaving a 10% tip is common. Tipping tour guides, drivers, and hotel staff is also customary depending on the service quality.
Reviews
Lin G
I enjoyed my trip very much, and Armin is so knowledgable and so nice of him. All great, thank you so much. Highly recommend!
Tuğba T
I’m glad I came to Bosnia and Herzegovina.We went to all the places that were worth seeing. The tour was fun and nice. I recommend it to future visitors.
Yueling Zou
It is meaningful to see the former olympic site, at the same time as the frontline during the war, in half day. The violence is directly presented through architecture, so as the complicated history of Bosnia in the last half century. Also it is a great combination of natural tour and museum tour. Our tour guide Agan(or Alan? forgive my poor memory) is really good, understandable and friendly. I really enjoyed today!
Rhys D
Alan was my tour guide. I was lucky to be the only person on the tour. Alan took me to all the Winter Olympic locations.
The highlights were definitely the abandoned ski jump at Igman and the bobsled track at Trebevica.
But i also got to see the abandoned Hotel Igman, the former olympic village, the stadiums and the slalom track.
Absolutely fantastic and really blew me away.
Thanks Alan!
Paddy
We did the Olympic tour of Sarajevo. The guide was friendly, very knowledgeable and the tour was really understandable and interesting. Thoroughly recommended.
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