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Holidays
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Tours
Lots of information for a great stay. We also provide tours, tour guides and concierge services..
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Long Stays
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Retirement
Stay 90 days in 180 without visa. We provide information, legal advice for ex-pats wishing to retire here.
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Digital
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Cafe culture by day, co-working spaces and cool vibes by night. Banja Luka is a Digital Nomads paradise.
Welcome to Tour Banja Luka
Who are we and what do we do?
We are a diverse group of locals, British expats, retirees, and digital nomads—visitors, holidaymakers, and professionals alike. We share a profound love for Banja Luka, and we want to share it with you. On this website, you will find a lot of free, useful information. If you require tours, guides, legal assistance, and visa services, we can help with that as well.
Banja Luka
Banja Luka is the second-largest city in Bosnia and Herzegovina. The city is the economic, political and administrative centre of Republika Srpska, located on the banks of the picturesque Vrbas River. Banja Luka is one of the most charming cities in the Balkans, often described as a ‘Green Oasis’.
Visiting Banka Luka
Start your visit by exploring the historic sites of the Kastel Fortress and the Ferhat Pasha Mosque. You can also experience the city’s nature by the Vrbas River or at Kozara National Park, and enjoy Banja Luka’s famous local cuisine, including the renowned Ćevapi and Trappist cheese. The city offers a blend of cultural landmarks and outdoor activities, complemented by a vibrant cafe culture and nightlife. Banja Luka is slowly becoming a major tourist destination. This website will provide you with the local knowledge and tips to make your visit a success.
Getting to Banja Luka
Potential visitors can be put off travelling to Banja Luka, either due to a lack of direct flights from their country or insufficient information available online. However, as very experienced travellers, we provide many options on this site for making your way to this amazing place.
By Air
Banja Luka has an international airport, and visitors also commute from the airports in Sarajevo, Belgrade, Zagreb, and Split. Click here for a more detailed report on flights to Banja Luka and neighbouring airports.
By Bus / Coach
Banja Luka Bus Station operates 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, facilitating international bus travel from more than 10 European countries. Coaches and local buses are clean, comfortable, and very affordable. See here for bus timetables and links to book tickets.
By Car
When booked in advance, rental prices are generally lower than in Western Europe. There is a wide selection of models, and major international companies like Avis, Europcar, and Enterprise operate here. Local options are also available. We have a section to help you rent your car. Click here.
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Holidays and Tours
Everything you need to make your time in Banja Luka a little bit more specialz, There is so much to see and do.
Travel Information: Flights, Coaches, Buses, Trains and Car Rental
We collaborate with the best tour operators and guides to offer tailor-made itineraries that showcase the rich cultural heritage, natural beauty and warm hospitality of Banja Luka and the surrounding region. Whether you want to explore historical landmarks, learn about the city and Bosnia and Herzegovina, or experience outdoor adventures such as kayaking, walking or hiking, we have it all. Our local knowledge and partner expertise make us the perfect guide.
If you enjoy a slower pace of holiday and would like information on shopping, food and drink, cafe culture and nightlife, you will find it all on this website. We also offer concierge services such as accompanied tours to places of interest, shops, restaurants and bars. This is a great way to start your holiday and get first-hand information and tips from a local.
Videos, Vlogs, Podcasts
Meet Tom, our vlogger, guide, and the most knowledgeable Brit you will meet, especially when it comes to all things Banja Luka. Tom has lived in Banja Luka for over 20 years.
He creates podcasts and vlogs about his life in general, his life in Bosnia and Herzegovina, and retirement here. Whether you are considering retiring in Bosnia and Herzegovina, long stays or holidays, do not miss Tom’s videos and tips. There are a few sample videos below, or click the button to see all Tom’s content and links to his social media channels.
Living in Banja Luka
We provide lots of tips covering travel, healthcare and insurance, and everyday living and expenses. You can also learn about retiring here, including the pros and cons (if we can find any!). Videos and podcasts offer even more helpful advice.
What to Enjoy, See and Experience
While traditional tours are available, Tom also explores and reviews hidden gems to create great content that shows another side of Banja Luka you may not have heard about.
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Long Stay and Retirement
Read about Lynne and Andy who choose to holiday here six months of the year. And meet Tom who is retired and living in Banja Luka.
Slow travel is the key to a more immersive experience of a country and its culture, and it is taking the travel industry by storm. Lynne and Andy from the UK have been living this lifestyle for a number of years. Lynne is retired, Andy is semi-retired and works online. They explain the benefits, pros and cons of slow travel and have some great tips. “We have a great lifestyle here in Banja Luka and one that is just not available to us in the UK. You will be surprised how affordable, safe and enjoyable Banja Luka is”.
Tom is also an ex-pat Brit who came to Banja Luka over 20 years ago and made his home here. Whilst Tom is retired, he has hobbies and a passion for creating content that keeps him very busy. Tom creates YouTube videos and podcasts of his daily life in Banja Luka and further afield, and we have some of his great content here on this website.
Accommodation and hotels
We partner with accommodation providers to offer apartments, houses and hotel rooms cheaper than 3rd-party operators.
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Digital Nomads
“I work online and Banja Luka is a great place to stay when I have a project. Everything is so much cheaper than the UK and the city and people are amazing”.
Forget overpriced capital cities, stifling humidity, and tiny, expensive apartments. Welcome to Banja Luka. You will find co-working spaces, amazing cafes, bars, and vibrant nightlife. The city also boasts great food, with plenty of restaurants, takeaways, and deliveries. Explore the Medieval stone Fort and the beautiful river that runs through this clean city. Locals call Banja Luka ‘The Green Oasis’.
Mark is a content creator who lives in Banja Luka three to six months a year. He says: “I love it, and I’ve been to many European countries and Thailand working digitally. I stay for two or three months at a time, my apartment is great, I drink and eat in cafes and restaurants every day, go out in the evening to bars and sometimes listen to live music.”
There are inexpensive co-working spaces in the city, but it’s common to see people working in cafes. Everywhere has fast Wi-Fi, and mobile data is easy to access. Click the link for more information.
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2 Night Stay
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Many adventure packages available
The Travel Concierge Service
You Pack, We Will Sort the Rest
We can arrange every aspect of your trip, including travel, accommodation,airport pick-up. tours, guides, translators, booking. Or simple meet for a chat and give you some local knowledge
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