Mostar and Kravica Waterfalls Day Trip Guide
A guide to the Mostar and Kravica Waterfalls day trip from Dubrovnik — the combined itinerary, swimming at Kravica, the Old Bridge, the Počitelj stop, and how to choose your tour.
The classic day trip from Dubrovnik isn’t just Mostar — it’s Mostar and the Kravica Waterfalls, often with the Ottoman hill-village of Počitelj thrown in. Pairing a swimmable waterfall with a UNESCO bridge town is what makes this one of the best-value excursions on the coast. Here’s how the combined itinerary works and how to choose the right version for you. For the full day’s logistics, see what to expect.
The Two Headline Stops
Kravica Waterfalls
Kravica is a wide, horseshoe-shaped curtain of travertine cascades on the Trebižat River, dropping around 25 metres and spreading roughly 120 metres across. Below it sits a large natural pool that’s open for swimming from about May through October, warmest in July and August. There’s a cash entrance fee (around €10 / 20 BAM) collected on site — though many “all tickets included” tours cover it. Bring a swimsuit and towel in summer; there are changing areas and cafés by the falls.
Mostar & the Old Bridge
Mostar is the cultural heart of the day: the rebuilt Old Bridge (Stari Most) over the Neretva, the cobbled Kujundžiluk coppersmiths’ bazaar, Ottoman-era mosques, and — if the timing’s right — the famous bridge divers. You typically get a short guided walk plus free time for lunch. For a stop-by-stop tour of the town, see what to see in Mostar.
Which Comes First?
Itineraries vary, but a common and sensible flow is Kravica on the way in or out (cooler, quieter early; refreshing swim later) and the bulk of the day in Mostar. Some tours add Počitelj, a beautifully preserved Ottoman village climbing the riverbank, and a few include Blagaj with its cliffside dervish monastery. Always check the exact stop list before booking — that’s where tours differ most.
Choosing Your Tour: What Actually Differs
| All-inclusive group tour | Small-group / private | |
|---|---|---|
| Pace | Set itinerary, fixed timings | More flexible, fewer people |
| Tickets | Often covers Kravica entry | Varies — confirm before booking |
| Stops | Mostar + Kravica (± Počitelj) | Often adds Blagaj / extra free time |
| Best for | Best value, easy logistics | Comfort, flexibility, photographers |
The deciding factors are usually whether the Kravica entrance fee is included, how many stops are packed in, and group size. A small-group trip costs more but feels less rushed; an all-inclusive group tour is the best-value way to tick off everything in one go.
Practical Tips
- Pack for two moods: swimwear for Kravica, comfortable walking shoes for Mostar’s cobbles and Počitelj’s steps.
- Carry some BAM in cash for the falls fee, stalls and tips — cards aren’t accepted everywhere.
- Don’t forget your passport — you’re crossing into Bosnia and Herzegovina.
- Best months: late spring and early autumn for comfortable weather; midsummer for the warmest swim. See more in our worth-it guide.
The Bottom Line
Mostar gives you the history and the photographs; Kravica gives you the swim and the cool-off. Together they turn a long drive into one of the most varied days you can have from Dubrovnik — and on a guided tour, the border, the tickets and the route are all handled for you.
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