Montenegro
8 Days
Europe
Tour Overview
This eight-day holiday introduces you to the best of Montenegro – historic towns, ancient monasteries, UNESCO sites, beautiful mountain trails and quiet coastal bays, all topped off with lashings of delicious local organic food! Although available all year round, this is a wonderful trip to take off season, so you enjoy the best of Montenegro without the crowds or traffic, and escape the cold, grey weather back home!
Come and experience a way of life that hasn’t changed much in centuries, while enjoying all modern comforts. This trip takes you first to the coast and then inland, to discover the culture, landscapes and food of this welcoming country. Learn about Montenegro’s love of honey, enjoy an exclusive visit to a wine estate, cruise Skadar Lake on a private boat, take guided hikes through rugged scenery and discover the towns of Kotor and Perast on an informative walking tour. All the while soak up the sunshine – Montenegro’s climate is pleasant and sunny most of the year.
- Roundtrip Airport
- Transfers throughout the program.
- Transfers to the excursions.
- 6nts Accommodation including Breakfast.
- Excursions as outlined in the program.
- Private transport from Hito Cajon to Uyuni.
- Catamaran sailing in La Paz.
- Meals s per the itinerary.
- Permanent assistance in each destination.
- Raincoats and boots in Uyuni in rainy season.
- International or domestic airfare.
- Services and non-mentioned meals / drinks in the itinerary.
- Early check-in, late check-out, and hotel extra
- Personal expenses.
- Tips for guides and hotel staff.
Leaving Herceg Novi, drive towards tonight’s accommodation in the old walled Venetian town of Kotor. Along the way, stop in Risan, famous for its rich archaeological findings dating from Illyrian times and Queen Teuta, and also well preserved Roman mosaics from the 4th century BC.
OPTION 1: Hike up and along the ridge above Boka Bay with our certified mountain guide. The hike starts from the village of Orahovac with a gradual climb on an old Austro-Hungarian road dating from 1880. We pass through a number of abandoned villages with amazing views of Boka Bay, past an old Austrian fortress superbly placed before finishing in Perast. This is a moderate to hard hike for people of all ages, including families. The hike takes approximately 5-6 hours, with regular stops for photographs & breaks. |
OPTION 2: Visit one of the most beautiful bay-side towns on the coast – Perast and the remarkable old town of Kotor for a personalized walking tour with your guide. Perast’s beautiful palaces echo songs of the sea, stories of captains, past and old noble families. Enjoy the architecture and one of the best views of the Bay and islands. Take a short boat cruise to Our Lady of the Rock island with its distinctive baroque church and museum. Listen to the story of this amazing island, enjoy the 17th century frescos and other works of art from famous local artists. Established by Benedictine monks, the Abbey dates from around the 9th century and has suffered from constant attacks both by invaders and earthquakes. In Kotor, our licensed guide will lead you through the Sea Gate and the winding cobblestone streets to hear the secrets of the Square of Weapons. Learn about medieval Kotor craftsmanship, St Tryphon’s tragic story, as well as the power of prayers of the Blessed Mary of the River.
Today you can climb up to the top of the St. John’s, the outcrop that backs the city. Follow the stairs to the top past the old ramparts, the Church of Our Lady of Remedy from 1518 or take the more difficult route along the Southern Wall. On top of the mountain is the San Giovanni castle – which dominates the bay, the fortification system and the town.
OPTION 3: Hike the Vrmac ridge to the Austrian Fort and on to the picturesque village of Gornja Lastva with a mountain guide.