Prenj and Čvrsnica: hiking weekend tour in Herzegovina

18-20.oktobar 2024.

Dates

3 days

Duration

12+

Years

moderate

Prenj is one of the most beautiful mountains in Bosnia and Herzegovina, located in the heart of the Dinaric mountains in the northern part of Herzegovina. It stretches between the Neretva River from Glavatičevo near Konjic to Bijelo Polje near Mostar. The mountain massifs of Velež, Crvnje, and Visočica border it. At the foot of Prenj are three towns: Konjic, Jablanica, and Mostar. Prenj belongs to the high mountains, and its highest peak is Zelena Glava at 2155 m. It is also called the "Herzegovinian Himalayas". The relief is characterized by contrasts and diversity - sharp and rocky peaks, steep slopes, munica, and juniper, which makes it attractive for mountaineers.

Čvrsnica is a mountain in northwestern Herzegovina which, with its highest peak Pločno at 2228 m, is the highest mountain of the central Dinarides. Because of its height, it is called the "roof of Herzegovina". Its mountain massif, which has two mountain ranges, four plateaus, and 15 peaks over 2000 m, is protected as part of the Blidinje Nature Park. The natural phenomenon by which the mountain is recognizable is the Hajdučka Vrata, a unique rocky window that is one of the symbols of Bosnia and Herzegovina. It has been protected as a natural monument since 1985. Čvrsnica is breathtaking with its wild and powerful beauty, it attracts a large number of hikers in all seasons.

Join us on this weekend tour and discover all the magic of hiking in Prenj and Čvrsnica. An unforgettable experience full of natural beauty and adventure awaits you.

DEPARTURE LOCATION	The parking lot at the municipality New Belgrade
DEPARTURE TIME	16 h
INCLUDED IN THE PRICE	Transportation from Belgrade Two nights with breakfast in the Outdoor Resort "Zelena Dolina" in Konjic - double rooms, two-bed apartments, and four-bed apartments with private bathrooms Mountaineering tours on Prenj and Čvrsnica with local guides Transfer by all-terrain vehicles to Prenj Tours according to the program and tour guide Local taxes
NOT INCLUDED	Other meals and individual costs not mentioned International travel insurance

Additional notes:

Necessary personal equipment for the Prenj and Čvrsnica tour: Deep hiking shoes with Vibram soles, trekking poles, and adequate clothing according to the weather conditions. A backpack with the necessary hiking equipment for a two-day hike, enough water (1.5-2 l per day), energy bars, fruit, spare shirts, long hiking pants, raincoat, headlamp, cap, ID card, or passport.
Mountaineering tours are recommended for people in good physical condition. They are not recommended for people with health problems. The guide reserves the right not to take persons with inadequate equipment on the hike. Consumption of alcoholic beverages before and during hiking is prohibited; in case of bad weather and other objective circumstances, hiking can be postponed to another date.
Accommodation: double rooms, two-bed and four-bed apartments with private bathrooms in the Outdoor Resort "Zelena Dolina" in Konjic
Food: two breakfasts are provided. Dinner can be ordered in the accommodation complex.
Photos used in the gallery: Hajdučka Vrata, NikolaMijic92, CC BY-SA 4.0 via Wikimedia Commons, Pogled na Prenj, Bjeli, Prenj cosic4, CC BY-SA 3.0 via Wikimedia Commons

Prenj and Čvrsnica tour reservations:

Prilikom prijave plaća se celokupan iznos ili ~ 40 % odnosno 80 EUR. Ostatak od 155 EUR plaća se najkasnije do 11.oktobra 2024. Plaćanje se vrši preko računa u dinarskoj protivvrednosti po srednjem kursu NBS-a na dan uplate.
Own transportation: u slučaju da dolazite sopstvenim prevozom, cena ture iznosi 165 EUR. Reservations: Prilikom prijave plaća se celokupan iznos ili ~ 40 % odnosno 65 EUR, a ostatak od 100 EUR najkasnije do 11.oktobra 2024. (plaćanje se vrši preko računa u dinarskoj protivvrednosti po srednjem kursu NBS-a na dan uplate).

Conditions in case of cancellation by travelers:

If the reservation is canceled within 30 days from the date of arrival of the group, the organizer does not charge a fee. If the reservation is canceled within 30 to 7 days from the date of arrival of the group, the organizer retains a fee of 40%. If the reservation is canceled in less than 7 days from the date of arrival of the group, the organizer retains a fee of 100%. Note: The advance payment upon cancellation is non-refundable, except in case of replacement by another passenger.
In case of changes in the monetary market, as well as changes in the prices of carriers and other service providers, the agency reserves the right to adjust the price of the arrangement.
The Prenj and Čvrsnica tour is organized for at least 18 registered passengers.
In case of insufficient number of registered passengers or unfavorable weather conditions, the deadline for notification of the postponement or cancellation of the tour by the organizer is 3 days before departure.

Cenovnik broj 2 od 15.09.2024.

With this program are valid General conditions of travel organizer of the travel agency Explore Balkans doo.

license number OTP 22/2024, A category.

First day (Friday): Belgrade - Konjic

Departure from Belgrade from the parking lot of the municipality of New Belgrade at 4:00 p.m. Driving towards Bosnia and Herzegovina towards Konjic.
With short breaks along the way and one longer one in the evening, we arrive in Konjic, a charming town on the banks of the green Neretva.
Accommodation in the Outdoor Resort "Zelena Dolina" in Konjic - double rooms, two-bed and four-bed apartments with private bathrooms. Overnight stay.

Second day (Saturday): Mountaineering on Prenj - ascent to the top of Zelena Glava

Breakfast.
Transfer by all-terrain vehicles to the mountain lodge in the Tisovica Valley, from where our hiking tour to the highest peak of Prenj, Zelena Glava at 2,155 m..
The valley of Tisovica is about 5 kilometers long, at an altitude of between 1200 and 1500 meters. This stunning valley is an absolute treasure, boasting a unique ecosystem covered in munika and diverse mountain flora.
The hiking trail to the highest peak of Prenj is a combination of meadows and rocky attractive parts. The ascent is constant, but at the top, we will be rewarded with incredible views from the "Herzegovinian Himalayas".
After a break at the top of Zelena Glava, there is a descent to the valley of Tisovica and a transfer by off-road vehicles.
Information about the hiking trail: moderate, total duration about 7 to 8 hours with breaks, length about 12 km, with total ascent and descent about 1500 m.
Beginning of the trail: Tisovica Valley at 1,364 m
Goal: Zelena Glava 2,155 m
Altitude difference: 791 m
Length of the trail: 12 km
Trail difficulty: moderate
Return to accommodation. Free time for dinner and socializing. Overnight stay.

Third day (Sunday): Konjic - Vitlenica - hiking on Čvrnica to Hajdučka Vrata - Belgrade

Breakfast. Transfer lasting about an hour to Vitlenica and the Čvrsnica mountain, from where the hiking tour to Hajdučka Vrata starts.
Mount Čvrsnica, known as the "roof of Herzegovina", stands proudly with a height of 2,228 m and the peak of Pločno. Ćvrsnica offers spectacular views and a unique natural environment. This mountain is protected within Blidinje Nature Park, which further highlights it as an important natural resource for Herzegovina. A particularly interesting natural phenomenon is named Hajdučka Vrata, which has had the status of a natural monument since 1985, testifying to the rich geological past of this area.
It will take about 3 to 4 hours of walking to Hajdučka Vrata, where we will cross a height difference of about 600 m. It represents a unique rocky window which is one of the most recognizable symbols of Bosnia and Herzegovina. This natural formation offers spectacular views and is the perfect place to take photos and relax.
Information about the hiking trail: easy-moderate, a total duration of about 7 to 8 hours with breaks, a length of about 16 km, with a total ascent and descent of about 1000 m.
Return to Viltenica. In agreement with the group, we can organize a late lunch in one of the excellent restaurants.
Departure for Belgrade in the late afternoon. Return to Belgrade in the late evening hours, the exact time of return depends on road conditions and road breaks.