Welcome to the Pearl of the Mediterranean, the most fascinating coast of Montenegro, which, apart from beautiful sandy beaches, crystal blue sea, unreal nature, is also adorned with a rich cultural, historical and gastronomic offer.
Day 1, arrival:
You will enjoy a tour of the city of Kotor, which is more than 2000 years old and one of the best preserved urban old towns, surrounded by grandiose walls and intertwined with old cobbled streets where tourists like to get lost. Kotor is under the protection of the world cultural heritage of UNESCO, rich in cultural and historical sights, brimming with the hospitality of the locals and numerous souvenir shops, restaurants and cafes. You will get to know the sights of the old town such as the Square of the Arms, the Tower of the City Guard, the Clock Tower and the Arsenal Building. You will feel the spirit of the Republic of Venice by getting to know the medieval religious buildings, the Cathedral of Saint Tryphon, the Church of St. Nicholas, as well as the spirit of Eastern Christianity by visiting the oldest Orthodox church in the old town, the Church of Saint Luke. A special experience will be a tour of the Maritime Museum of Montenegro, which, in addition to a rich offer of cultural and historical contents, also offers various manifestations of a cultural and educational character. Kotor is one of the most recognizable cruising destinations in the Eastern Mediterranean, which annually receives around 500 cruisers. During the tourist season, the city of Kotor is the organizer of numerous events such as a children's festival, carnival, the traditional Boka night, and Fashinada, a unique traditional celebration which has been held every year on July 22 for more than 5 centuries.
You continue with a tour of the charming baroque town of Perast, which exudes rich history and architecture. You will enjoy visiting the Parish Church, the Church of Saint Nicholas, the museum of the city of Perast, and visiting two magical islands, Our Lady of Rocks and Saint George, which seem to float on the surface of the sea, seeming unreal even to those who have had the pleasure of visiting them before.
A special pleasure will be a tour of the small fishing town, Risan, once an important trade center, and also the oldest settlement in Boka Kotorska. You will enjoy visiting the Roman mosaics dating from the 2nd century BC, the Banja monastery, the church of Saints Peter and Paul, the baroque palace Ivelić that belonged to the old captain's family, and finally, a walk along the Risan waterfront, which offers a magnificent view of the Risan Bay.
You will experience a special feeling of satisfaction enjoying the flavors of the diverse Mediterranean cuisine and sipping the well-known varieties of local wines.
Accommodation in Budva.
Day 2:
After breakfast, you will visit Budva, the metropolis of Montenegrin tourism, the queen of the Mediterranean, a city with a rich history and culture spanning more than 2,500 years. You will enjoy the unique smell of the turquoise clear sea, architecture, a visit to the remains of the ancient necropolis, the medieval churches of St. John the Baptist and the Holy Trinity, in the immediate vicinity of which there is a plateau with a wonderful view of the Adriatic Sea. You will enjoy a walk along the seashore and see the statue of the Budva ballerina, a symbol of love and devotion.
A unique experience will be your visit to the peninsula and the city-hotel Saint Stephen (Sveti Stefan), which is one of the most luxurious summer resorts in the Mediterranean.
You will continue with a tour of the small fishing village, Petrovac on the sea, and enjoy a visit to the pier for small boats, Kastelo fortress and a walk along the Petrovac waterfront, which offers a wonderful view of the islands Katič and Holy Sunday.
You will experience a special feeling of satisfaction thanks to the flavors of Mediterranean dishes, washed down with the most famous local wines coupled with a unique sunset experience.
Accommodation in Budva.
Day 3:
You will visit Bar, the city of the sun, different architectural styles, wide promenades along the sea coast and cultural and historical sights. You will enjoy the visit to the Castle of King Nikola, the only king in the history of Montenegro, the Cathedral of St. John Vladimir, an old olive tree that is over 2200 years old, and Trikonchos, the remains of an old church building from the 6th century AD. You will experience a special feeling while walking along the Bar waterfront, along the seashore, enjoying the unique smell of the sea, the pleasant heat of the sun, the gentle touch of the mistral and the magical view of the horizon.
You continue with a tour of the small fishing village of Virpazar, located on the shore of Lake Skadar, with its unique authentic village architecture, widely known high-quality Crmnica wines and traditional fish specialties. You will experience a special feeling during a cruise on Lake Skadar, one of the most beautiful and largest natural lakes on the Balkan Peninsula, rich in flora and fauna. Lake Skadar is home to over 280 species of birds, including rare and endangered species. You will enjoy the view the rich flora that enhances the shores of the lake.
You will always remember the taste of traditional fish specialties, especially fish soup and various types of sea and lake fish prepared on the grill, washing them down with sips of top varieties of local wines.
Accommodation in Podgorica.
Day 4:
After three days of touring and enjoying the beauty of the coastal part of Montenegro, we hope to see you again. Have a nice trip.