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Sarajevo Assassination: The Spark of World War I
Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina
2 hours
Art & Culture
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History
Date
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What You Will Do
Discover one of the most significant moments in world history: the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand in Sarajevo. This event set off a chain reaction that led to the start of World War I. Our Assassination Tour will take you through Sarajevo’s fascinating Austro-Hungarian period, unraveling the political climate of Europe and the motives behind the plot orchestrated by the Young Bosnia group. Unveil the story of the Sarajevo assassination and how it changed the world. Learn about Austro-Hungarian influence in Bosnia and Herzegovina. Visit key historical sites related to the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand.
What's Included?
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Licensed Guide
- City Map
What's Not Included?
- Entry Fee for the 1878-1918 Museum - 5 BAM (3€) per person
- Entry Fee for VRX Museum - 20 BAM (10€) per person
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Itinerary
Meeting Point
Zelenih beretki 30
1
20 minutes
The Saint Marko Cemetery and the Vidovdan Heroes Chapel This cemetery is the final resting place of Gavrilo Princip and his fellow conspirators, buried in secrecy by Austro-Hungarian authorities. The Vidovdan Heroes Chapel now serves as a memorial to the Young Bosnia movement, whose actions sparked the outbreak of World War I.
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Additional Information
This tour is independently operated by a third-party provider: Insider Ltd.
Itineraries, descriptions, promotional content, and historic information are solely the responsibility of the tour operator and do not represent the views or positions of Marriott International, Inc.
Itineraries, descriptions, promotional content, and historic information are solely the responsibility of the tour operator and do not represent the views or positions of Marriott International, Inc.
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Guide Options
- Guide - German
- Guide - English
- Guide - Italian
- Guide - French
- Guide - Spanish
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