Discover Montenegro Tour (9 Days)
This private tour package combines the most important historic and cultural sites in Montenegro with local hospitality. It is ideal for travellers who want to dig deeper and understand the bigger picture.
After settling in on the first day, the touring begins! Receive a warm welcome to Montenegro with an exciting tour of Kotor and Boka Bay. This tour combines popular sites like Our Lady of the Rocks and Perast with a tour of Kotor. The day also includes a visit to the Roman mosaics of Risan and a traditional house in Grahovo village plus lunch hosted by locals at their family farm.
Drive and walk to the peak of Lovcen Park, the Njegos Mausoleum and stunning views await. Sightseeing is combined with a visit to the oldest restaurant in Montenegro as well as a tour of their smokehouse. Complete the day with a tour of Cetinje, the Old Royal Capital of Montenegro, rich in historic and architectural wonders.
A full day will be dedicated to touring Skadar Lake National Park, with the option of taking a boat ride or kayaking across the lake. The day includes a visit to Pavlova Strana viewpoint for incredible panoramic views, plus an optional stop at Jaz beach for swimming (seasonal).
Spend a thrilling day rafting the Tara River Canyon, Europe’s deepest. Licensed guides will ensure your safety over the rapids and take stops at beautiful spots like waterfalls and swimming holes.
Another day is dedicated to exploring the majestic wilds of Durmitor National Park. Enjoy gentle hikes, lakeside walks, and optional zip lining from Tara River Bridge. The last day will be spent in Biogradska Gora National Park, one of Montenegro’s most treasured natural wonders.
ESSENTIALS
Duration: 9 DAYS
Schedule: Upon request
Departure Point: Upon request
Departure Time: Upon request
Tour Type: Kotor walking tour
Language: English
Proposed Itinerary
DAY 1 — ARRIVAL
Transfer from airport (Tivat, Podgorica, Dubrovnik) to accommodations in Kotor.
DAY 2 — BAY OF KOTOR TOUR
09:00 – 09:30 Scenic drive around the bay to Perast
09:30 – 10:45 Visiting Our Lady of the Rocks church and museum
10:45 – 11:30 Free time in Perast
11:30 – 12:00 Visit Risan for Roman mosaics
12:00 – 12:30 Drive to Grahovo village
12:30 – 14:30 Visit with locals, traditional lunch on a local farm
14:30 – 15:30 Drive to Kotor
15:30 – 16:30 Kotor walking tour
Overnight in Kotor
DAY 3 — LOVCEN NATIONAL PARK & CETINJE WALKING TOUR
08:00 –09:00 Drive to Njeguši village (25 serpentines, 2 photo breaks)
// Optional 7 km/3 hour hike from Kotor to Njegušii village instead
09:00 – 10:00 Snack at the oldest restaurant in Montenegro, smokehouse visit
10:00 – 11:30 Drive up Mount of Lovćen, climb stairs to the Njegos Mausoleum
11:30 – 13:00 Cetinje walking tour followed by some free time
13:00 – 14:30 Drive back to Kotor
Overnight in Kotor
DAY 4 — SKADAR LAKE NATIONAL PARK TOUR
09:00 – 10:30 Drive to Rijeka Crnojevic (the most beautiful part of Skadar Lake National Park) via Budva and St. Stefan
10:30 – 15:00 Rijeka Crnojevic visit, lunch at local fish restaurant, boat or kayaking tour, Pavlova Strana viewpoint and photo break
15:00 – 16:30-19:00 Drive back to Kotor (photo stop above Budva on the way back—optional stop at Jaz beach for swimming depending on the season).
Overnight in Kotor
DAY 5 — TARA RIVER RAFTING TOUR
08:00 - 10:30 - Drive from hotel to Šćepan Polje rafting camp
10:30 - 12:00 - Breakfast by the river, preparations for rafting (providing all the participants with life jackets, helmets, waterproof clothes and shoes)
12:00–12:30 Drive to the rafting starting point with off-road vehicles
12:30-16:00 - Raft down the most attractive rapids on the Tara River, with stops on the most appropriate and beautiful spots (time for swimming, enjoyment and photos of waterfalls, etc.)
16:00 – Arrival at Šćepan Polje (end of rafting tour), lunch at a local restaurant
17:30 – Departure through the heart of Durmitor national park, photo stops, arrival in Zabljak
Overnight in Zabljak, Durmitor National park
DAY 6 — DURMITOR NATIONAL PARK BY BIKE AND ON FOOT
08:00 – 10:30 Walk around Black lake, the largest lake in Durmitor national park
10:30 – 11:30 Drive to the Tara river bridge, free time on the bridge (optional zip line)
11:30 – 13:00 Scenic drive around Durmitor national park, stops at Riblje and Vrazje Lakes
13:00 – 14:30 Time in Curevac, easy hike to the best viewpoint of the Tara River canyon
14:30 – 16:00 Lunchtime
Overnight in Zabljak, Durmitor National park
DAY 7 — BIOGRADSKA GORA NATIONAL PARK & KOMOVI MOUNTAIN
08:00 – 10:00 Scenic drive through the Tara river canyon, photo stops
10:00 – 12:30 Arrival in Biogradska Gora National Park, walk around the lake, free time
12:30 – 13:30 Drive to Komovi mountain
13:30 – 15:00 Lunch in Eko Katun Stavna
15:00 – 17:00 Free time to hike around Komovi Mountain
17:00 – 20:00 Drive to back to Kotor
Overnight in Kotor
DAY 8 — FREE DAY IN KOTOR
DAY 9 — DEPARTURE
Transfer from accommodation to the airport (Tivat, Podgorica, Dubrovnik).
*Our tours are flexible to accommodate your interests. Please speak to us at the time of booking should you wish to make adjustments to the proposed itineraries.
Price includes: Accommodation, bike rentals, a licensed English speaking guide, private transportation with a car or van, breakfast, lunch (apart from transfer days), all entrance fees to the national parks and museums, boat tour tickets, VAT.
Price does not include: Dinners and souvenirs.
Accommodations will be 4-star apartments in Kotor and Srcevo Brdo bungalows in Žabljak.
Price on request!
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