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Wine Routes of Herzegovina

On this riding holiday, you will experience the rich wine-making tradition of Herzegovina. Dating back to 2000 BC, Herzegovinian wine has been celebrated through various eras for its quality. Explore family-owned operations, meet passionate winemakers, and enjoy homemade delicacies. The trails will take you through the mountain plateaus, which invite the faster paces, and introduce you to a lesser-known side of Bosnia.
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7 days (5 days riding)
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  • Wine Routes of Herzegovina
  • Wine Routes of Herzegovina
  • Wine Routes of Herzegovina
  • Wine Routes of Herzegovina
  • Wine Routes of Herzegovina
  • Wine Routes of Herzegovina
  • Wine Routes of Herzegovina
  • Wine Routes of Herzegovina
  • Wine Routes of Herzegovina
  • Wine Routes of Herzegovina
  • Wine Routes of Herzegovina
  • Wine Routes of Herzegovina
  • Wine Routes of Herzegovina

Itinerary

Highlights

- Enjoy a wine tasting experience and other local delicacies every day!
- Opportunities to spot the Bosnian wild horses
- Learn more about the history of Sarajevo on a guided walking tour.
- Relax with a SPA experience on the last day of your stay.
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  • Day 1 1: Home – Sarajevo Airport - No riding

    Lazy horse equestrian centre
    Fly to Sarajevo airport. Flights are not included but can be arranged upon request. Upon arrival, you will be transferred from the airport to the accommodation (around 30min drive).

    If you arrive early, you will have time to explore the surrounding area and meet the horses.
    In the evening, you will enjoy your dinner in the company of the local team and the other guests.

    Overnight at the riding centre.

  • Day 2 2: Introductory ride - 2h riding

    Lazy horse equestrian centre
    After breakfast, you will set off on a short ride. This morning is all about you getting comfortable with your horse, so there will be no particular challenges ahead. If you have any concerns, please make sure to speak to the guide.

    You will enjoy lunch at the equestrian centre and in the afternoon, you join a 2-hour walking tour of Sarajevo to learn more about the history of this city.
    After the tour, you will visit the first winery on the slopes of the Sarajevo hills.

    The Hedona Wine Club is the first boutique winery in Sarajevo, surrounded by vineyards at an altitude of 850m. Hedona designed a great way to showcase their wines, carefully paired with innovative renditions of classic Bosnian dishes.

    Overnight at the riding centre.

    Please note that the wine tasting sessions are not included in the price (check “Dates&Prices”).

  • Day 3 3: Blidinje & Vinarija Matisa Winery - 3-4h riding

    Today’s route will lead you to Blidinje, a wild mountain plateau that calls for long canters. On your way there, you will ride through a nature park, known for having over 1500 different plant species. The Blidinje Nature Park is the largest habitat of the endemic white-bark Bosnian pine.

    After a lovely morning spent in the saddle, you will enjoy lunch on the shores of Blidinje lake.

    In the afternoon, you will drive towards Vinarija Matisa. This winery is a small family-run operation where you will have your second wine tasting session.

    Overnight at Blidijne Mountain Lodge

  • Day 4 4: Cincar Mountain & Wild Horses - 3h riding

    Today, you will be driven to the foot of the Cincar mountain. You will ride in the Krug Plateau which calls for faster paces. On a nearby everglade, you will dismount your horse and search for the best spot to watch the wild horses. It is estimated that, in this area, their number has already reached 800.
    You will get back in the saddle, and ride towards a charming house where the horses are comfortably housed. The evening includes a wine tasting session featuring Livno cheese, renowned as Bosnia and Herzegovina's best cheese.

    Tonight, you will enjoy organic wine at the Knebu Winery.

    Overnight at Black Rock.

  • Day 5 5: Livno - 3-4h riding

    Lazy horse equestrian centre
    Today you will ride through the scenic countryside near Livno. You will start off by riding through the mountainous region towards the shore of Buško lake. From there, you will ride along the beautiful Turba river, followed by an ascent into the surrounding mountains.

    After completing this final day of riding in Herzegovina, the horses will be loaded into the truck for the return journey to the equestrian centre.
    Today’s wine tasting experience will take place in the local Pejcinovic winery, a small family operation that focuses mainly on the production of Sauvignon Blanc.

    Overnight at the equestrian centre

  • Day 6 6: : Crna Rijeka & SPA Day - 3-4h riding

    Lazy horse equestrian centre
    Today’s landscapes call for light trots and canters. The route will take you downhill towards the Lepenica river where you will admire its lovely waterfalls. For the next 15 kilometres or so, you will ride along forest paths and through a few glades, enjoying the sight of Crna Rijeka (Black river).
    After lunch, the calming sounds of the river encourage a quick nap in the hammocks.

    In the afternoon you will return to the equestrian centre. You will then have the chance to change and visit a local spa for swimming, sauna, steam rooms, and a well-deserved massage.
    Feeling refreshed, you will return to the equestrian centre for a farewell dinner, reminiscing about the unforgettable memories of the past week.

  • Day 7 7: Home

    After breakfast, you will be transferred to the airport.

Dates & prices

Price details

- Flights or transportation to your destination (international/domestic) are not included but can be booked on request - please contact us for rates.

- Rates are per person, based on two riders sharing a twin/triple/quadruple room during the ride.

- Groups are composed of a minimum of 2 riders and a maximum of 6 international riders, plus guides. Larger groups can be accommodated, please contact us for more information.

- There is no single supplement on this ride, and you must be willing to share.

- Transfers from/to the airport or Sarajevo city centre are included in the price.

- Rider weight limit: 95kg / 210 lbs / 15 st. Heavier riders please contact us.

- Only riders aged 18 or older may participate on this trail.

- The wine tasting sessions are not included in the price - each session is around €25 (paid locally in Euro or BAM).
Please Note
The itinerary may be modified at anytime for security reasons, meteorological or events beyond our control such as blocked roads, rivers in flood, drought, strikes and local holidays. Equus Journeys, our local partners and their local guides will always strive to find the best solution and will alter the itinerary as needed.
The names of the hotels and accommodation are given for information only and depending on availability, they may be modified without notice and replaced by another of a similar standard.

Price includes

Support Team

1 English-speaking horse guide

Logistics

1 support vehicle

Inland transport

Airport transfers

Accommodation

2 nights at mountain lodges (double/triple rooms)
4 nights in the equestrian centre - twin or triple rooms (shared bathrooms)

Meals

Full board from dinner on day 1 to breakfast on day 7
Drinks (including beer)

Additional equipment

First aid kit

Extras

SPA entrance fee (includes sauna, pool, and steam rooms)
Full body massage on day 6

Price doesn't include

Accommodation

Possible night in Sarajevo depending on your airline schedule

Extras

Tips to the local team
Wine tastings

Insurance

Visas and personal purchases
Cancellation and travel insurance are not included in the above listed price. Please note that insurance is mandatory. We recommend taking out an insurance policy as soon as your trip is booked to cover you in case of cancellation
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Equestrian info

Horses

The local team has 9 horses ranging from 15-16hh. The predominant breed is the Balkan Mountain horse. There are also Haflingers Lipizzaner, and Anglo – Arab mixes too. They are calm and sure-footed. There are a more spirited horses for confident riders.

Guide & local team

Jason will be your guide. He is a professional rider, showjumper, youngstock developer, riding instructor, natural movement and physiology enthusiast as well as a vastly experienced trail guide. He has been working with horses for 25 years and has accrued a varied and impressive list of accolades during his time on the international equestrian circuit.

In addition to his many years of equine experience, he has obtained a specialist level first aid, an equine lameness and rehabilitation as well as therapeutic modalities certifications, all accredited in the UK. He is currently working through a veterinary anatomy and bodywork course via the USA.

Rasim will be your host (and possibly your guide too!), he is fluent in English and German. He is a pharmaceutical expert and renowned author, an explorer, endurance competitor, university professor, riding instructor, facilitator of equine-assisted learning and a pilot.

Minimum riding ability

Minimum riding ability

You must be a confident rider, capable of riding over varied terrain at all paces. This ride is only open to strong intermediate and advanced riders.

Maximum rider weight limit: 95kg / 210 lbs / 15 st

Pace

There will be walking, trotting, long canters and even a few gallops along the way. Please remember that all gallops are weather-dependent and in case of slippery terrain, the ride may be slower than normal.

Tacking ability and participation

You will be responsible for tacking and untacking your horse throughout your stay. You can help groom the horses, but this is not mandatory.

Trip conditions and Requested experience

You need to be riding fit with good stamina. The hours in the saddle can be long and you must be able to sustain longer canters.

Equestrian equipment

English saddles (GP or endurance style) and simple English snaffle bridles.

Helmets are mandatory and are available locally. We recommend you take your own helmet to ensure a correct fit.

Travel info

Comfort

You will spend a few days at the equestrian centre. There are 3 double bedrooms (one with private bathroom) and one room with four beds (with shared bathroom). There is also a small kitchen and communal dining area with a terrace overlooking the riding arenas. There is wifi available.

Accommodation at the other lodges is in double and triple rooms (ensuite).

Meals

Traditional Bosnian dishes made up of varieties of peppers, cured and fried meats, local cheese, fried pastries and organic produce. Most lunches will be packed.

Meals at the mountain lodges are simple, yet prepared using good quality, organic ingredients.

Vegetarian and vegan diets can be accommodated. Please contact us in advance.

Climate

Spring (March to May)
Temperature: 10°C (50°F) to 20°C (68°F)
Weather: Generally, mild and pleasant though it can be quite variable with occasional rainfall.

Summer (June to August)
Temperature: 20°C (68°F) to 30°C (86°F), occasionally above 35°C (95°F)
Weather: Warm to hot, generally dry and sunny.

Autumn (September to November)
Temperature: 20°C (68°F) to 10°C (50°F)
Weather: This season is marked by mild weather with occasional rainfall. The foliage changes colour, making it a picturesque time to visit.

Winter (December to February)
Temperature: -5°C (23°F) in mountains to 5°C (41°F) in lowlands
Weather: Snow is common in the mountainous regions, making them popular for winter sports.

Tips

Tips are not mandatory but very welcomed if you are pleased with the service provided. You are free to tip using Euros or Convertible Mark (BAM).

Packing list

Head
- A riding helmet is mandatory. Helmet makers (GPA, HKM, LAS Helmets, Lamicell, Troxel, Equithème) now offer horse-riding helmets that are ventilated, strong, light and comfortable.
- Sunhat for when not riding
- Sunglasses - with a cord attached so they don't fly off when riding

Upper body
- Long sleeved shirts provide protection from the elements
- T-shirts
- Lightweight fleece or jumper
- Waterproof jacket (made from Goretex or equivalent) waterproof and breathable

Lower body
- 2 pairs of lightweight, comfortable riding trousers or jodhpurs - we recommend riding in them at home before taking them on holiday to ensure they don't rub
- Casual clothes for the evenings (jeans or walking trousers)
- A swimming costume
- Non-irritant cotton or synthetic underwear

Hands and Feet
- Comfortable riding boots. We recommend half-chaps with sturdy riding boots (or even hiking boots as you may need to walk)
- Lightweight shoes or trainers for the evenings
- Several pairs of warm socks
- Gloves - your hands are particularly exposed to the sun, wind or rain whilst riding

Other useful items
- Water bottle (1.5 litres or 2 equivalent)
- Toiletries
- Protein or cereal bars for the longer stretches of riding
- Small plastic bags for you rubbish
- Ear plugs (may be useful)
- Camera and high capacity memory card. Spare battery

Medical kit
Make sure any allergies (to medication or otherwise) and clearly stated in your medical kit
- Any medication you regularly take
- Painkillers
- Imodium or similar anti-diarrhoea medication
- Vitamin C tablets
- Sunscreen and lip balm - should be high factor
- Insect repellent
- Eye drops
- Hydrating/ soothing cream
- Plasters
- Blister plasters in case of any rubs
- Antiseptic cream, plasters, aspirin, anti-histamine, insect-bite salve etc..
- 10cm wide bandage
- Spare prescription glasses/contact lenses
- Antiseptic wipes
- Handwash gel

Our Recommendations
- Backpacks cannot be worn whilst riding. We recommend a small bumbag or a coat with pockets so that you can carry small items with you during the day (camera, sunscreen, lip balm, etc)
- A soothing cream may be useful to treat areas irritated by long hours in the saddle
- We recommend travelling in your riding boots and carrying your hat and some riding clothes in your hand luggage - then if your luggage goes astray you are still able to ride!
- Keep a copy of your passport and insurance details with you.

In your hold luggage
- Any liquids, such as shampoo, moisturiser, deodorant over 100 ml and all bottles can be decanted into small, clear, plastic Ziplock bags. We recommend biodegradable washing products where possible.
- We recommend taking a copy of your passport and insurance documents with you in case you lose your originals
- In your hand luggage carry any valuables, such as your camera, tablet etc.