2-day Hike along the “Old Tobacco Road” to the highest peak in Prenj, Bosnia and Herzegovina
Join Miroslav, an experienced mountain guide, and reach the highest peak of the beautiful Prenj Mountain in Bosnia and Herzegovina.
Private
Alps
2 Days
Jun - Oct
High
Intermediate
Highlights
- Hike on the Old Tobacco Road, a historically significant site
- Enjoy stunning panoramic views from Prenj's highest peak
- The lack of light pollution makes for a great stargazing opportunity
Description
Prenj Mountain, which forms part of the Dinaric Alps, is located in the Herzegovina region of Bosnia and Herzegovina. Well-preserved and with stunning sharp peaks, it's widely considered one of the country's prettiest mountains.
We'll start our adventure hiking along Old Tobacco Road. This was once the preferred route for transporting tobacco to Bosnia from the Herzegovina region, since such trade was illegal and police weren't likely to be encountered on this rugged path. At first we'll be trekking in a wooded area, but later the trees clear and allow us great views of the surrounding mountain peaks.
Upon parting from Old Tobacco Road we'll begin our ascent to Prenj Mountain's highest peak, the Green Head (2155 m). When we arrive you can soak in the beauty of the mountain range and take pictures. After resting a bit we'll descend to the refuge where we'll spend the night. The lack of light pollution here means the stars shine amazingly bright.
We'll finish the descent on day two, taking another path so that we continue to discover new sites. After a couple of hours and having returned to the starting point, we'll drive back to Mostar.
Book now to complete a challenging and rewarding hike in one of Herzegovina's most beautiful places.
Also check out the other excursions I offer on my page.
Price includes
- Accommodation included
- Guiding fee
- Transportation start and back
Price details
- Price includes transport to trail and return to Mostar, an Englishspeaking guide, a sandwich, snack, and coffee or tea.
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Details
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Remember to bring: Hiking boots/sturdy sneakers, large backpack, sleeping bag, minimum 3 liters of water, rain coat, warm shirt, spare t-shirts, thin gloves, hat and sunscreen, meals for two days (guide will advise you about what to buy).
Equipment you will need to bring
Water bottle
Backpack
About the guide
Herzegovina
4.9
(11)
Hiking Guide
Welcome to your Herzegovina Hiking Adventure. My name is Miroslav Mihalj, born in Mostar, Bosnia and Herzegovina. I am the current president of the Croatian Mountaineering Association “Prenj 1933 Mostar”, certified Mountain Guide and Rescuer and I offer hiking, snowshoeing and ski touring tours around this beautiful region.
As mountain hiker I am proud to have climbed some of the highest peaks in Europe and Balkans as well as local peaks in Bosnia and Herzegovina, which I have climbed numerous times both in winter and summer.
I enjoy nature, that feeling of freedom and serenity the mountains offer. They are a place to find yourself and push your boundaries. I’m lucky to have been born in a place surrounded by beautiful and intact mountain ranges hiding the most exciting nature my country has to offer.
Very much excited to meet you and share with you this truly wonderful world!
Languages
English | Croatian
What people are saying about Herzegovina
Nicola
Gabriele
The hiking tour with zvone was absolutely great - we had a really good time!
Aliya
We went on a hike with Mirela, who was clearly experienced and very familiar with the trail. Reaching the peak was an incredible feeling — the views were absolutely breathtaking and made every step worthwhile. We enjoyed a relaxed lunch at the top, took some time to rest, and then began our descent. The ascent was well-paced and manageable, but the descent proved more challenging. At times, it felt like Mirela wasn’t adjusting her pace to match ours, as she was often quite far ahead. When we asked how much longer we had to go, her time estimates didn’t feel accurate, which made it harder to manage our energy and expectations. Overall, we appreciated her knowledge and the stunning scenery, but a more attentive and supportive approach on the way down would have made the experience even better.
Sara
We really enjoyed our trip with our guide Mijo. He was extremely good in communicating at WhatsApp and very flexible. We ended our trip in a beautiful river with amazing surrounding view. I can highly recommend to do some hiking in the mountains around Mostar, really worth it.
Jasper
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