5-Day Montenegro Coastal Tour with Kotor, Budva and Stari Bar

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Discover ancient Roman mosaics in Risan dating back to the 2nd century AD
• 02 Sail to Our Lady of the Rocks and explore its iconic island church
• 03 Wander through the medieval streets of Budva's historic old town
• 04 Climb Kotor Fortress and enjoy panoramic views over the Bay of Kotor
• 05 Explore the vast ruins and ancient heritage of Stari Bar
• 06 Admire scenic landscapes from Besac Fortress overlooking Lake Skadar
• 07 Visit the unique Dajbabe cave monastery carved into rock

Explore Montenegro's dramatic coastline and rich cultural heritage on this 5-day journey through the Bay of Kotor, Budva, Stari Bar, Ulcinj, and Podgorica. Discover Roman mosaics in Risan, sail to Our Lady of the Rocks in Perast, wander through Budva's medieval old town, and climb Kotor's fortress for sweeping bay views. The route also includes postcard-perfect vistas of Sveti Stefan, the atmospheric ruins of Stari Bar, Ulcinj's former pirate stronghold, scenic Lake Skadar, and the unique Dajbabe cave monastery. Conclude in Podgorica with a visit to the striking Cathedral of the Resurrection of Christ.

Discover Roman mosaics in Risan, sail to Our Lady of the Rocks in Perast, wander through Budva's medieval old town, and climb Kotor's fortress for sweeping bay views.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 5 Days

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Included · Standard

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

Cities Podgorica, Budva, Ulcinj, Bar, Kotor, Tivat, Perast, Lake Skadar (Montenegro), Risan

Languages English, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

Risan, Perast, and Budva Discovery

• Depart from Tivat and travel to Risan to explore the remarkable Roman mosaics dating back to the 2nd century AD.
• Continue to Perast and admire its elegant Baroque architecture along the Bay of Kotor.
• Take a boat to visit Our Lady of the Rocks island and explore its historic Catholic church and museum.
• Proceed to Budva and explore its charming medieval old town enclosed by ancient walls.
• Check in and stay overnight in Budva.

2

Day 02

Kotor's Medieval Grandeur

• Travel to Kotor and enter its UNESCO-listed old town, filled with winding cobbled streets.
• Climb the San Giovanni Fortress and enjoy panoramic views over the Bay of Kotor.
• Visit the Cathedral of Saint Tryphon, a significant Romanesque landmark from the 12th century.
• Explore local squares, historic churches, and hidden alleyways within the fortified town.
• Return to Budva and stay overnight.

3

Day 03

Sveti Stefan and Stari Bar Heritage

• Travel to the iconic Sveti Stefan and capture stunning views of the picturesque islet.
• Continue to Stari Bar and explore its vast fortress ruins and ancient settlement with Illyrian origins.
• Walk through the historic remains and enjoy sweeping panoramic views of the surrounding landscape.
• Check in and stay overnight in Stari Bar.

4

Day 04

Ulcinj Coastal Heritage Exploration

• Travel to Ulcinj and explore its atmospheric old town overlooking the Adriatic Sea.
• Visit the medieval Ulcinj Fortress and learn about its history as a former pirate stronghold.
• Wander through narrow streets filled with cultural influences and coastal charm.
• Return to Stari Bar and stay overnight.

5

Day 05

Besac, Dajbabe, and Podgorica

• Visit Besac Fortress and enjoy scenic views over Lake Skadar.
• Travel to Dajbabe and explore its unique cave monastery, an important Serbian Orthodox site.
• Continue to Podgorica and visit the Cathedral of the Resurrection of Christ, a striking modern landmark.
• Conclude the journey in Podgorica.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• Transportation with a driver
• Transportation in a minivan with air conditioning
• Transportation for your group only, with no other travelers
• Company tour guide
• A tour guide will be with you at all times
• Accommodation in 3-star hotels or guesthouses
• Accommodation includes breakfast only
• Accommodation in double rooms
• Accommodation always includes internet, provided by the property
• English-speaking driver and guide

What's Not Included

• Lunch and dinner
• Accommodation in single rooms
• Hotel tourist tax
• Entry fees and tickets
• Flight tickets
• Ferry tickets
• Travel insurance
• Country visas

Know before you go

• We provide this tour during the off-season period, from September 1 until March 26 of the following year. We recommend considering a tour before or after the high season, when it is not so hot and not so crowded, but all the sights and attractions are already open or still open. This is especially applicable to elderly individuals who need to be cautious about sun exposure and high temperatures.
• Cut-off period: your booking will be accepted if made no less than 7 days before the tour starts.
• This is a private tour. Only your group will participate.
• This tour accepts a minimum of 1 person and a maximum of 5 people.
• This tour is available for solo travelers as an Exclusive Solo Tour (the tour will be for you only, without other travelers in the vehicle), and the price for 1 person reflects this.
• A single supplement is mandatory; solo travelers must pay extra to have their private room (except when the tour is booked for 1 person).
• This tour, like our other tours, is available in English and Spanish.
• As a private tour, this experience can be customized to fit your travel plans, personal interests, and schedule.
• During the tour, breakfast is included only. As a rule, we will stay in each place of accommodation for only 1 night, so it makes little sense to pay for lunch and dinner there. Instead, let's enjoy the local cuisine.
• Transportation is provided in a minivan with air conditioning and an English-speaking driver. Feel free to ask for a stop whenever you need, whether for a nice photo opportunity or a coffee break.
• Our prices include accommodations in 3-star hotels with breakfast, which are typically not located near historical centers with pedestrian streets. If you prefer better accommodations in terms of location and quality, please let us know.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Pickup is available from any hotel or location in Tivat or the surrounding area.

Tour start

Risan, Montenegro

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.