Witness the Beauties of this Balkan Country
Highlights
Podgorica, Lake Skadar (Montenegro), Budva, Cetinje, Lovćen, Plužine
Locations Covered
Podgorica, Lake Skadar (Montenegro), Budva, Cetinje, Lovćen, Plužine
gastronomical, nature, winetour, cultural, historical, sightseeing, walking, Whitewater Rafting
Tour Type
gastronomical, nature, winetour, cultural, historical, sightseeing, walking, Whitewater Rafting
Private Tour
5 Days
Easy
English
Description
An easy active tour allows you to experience Montenegro in the right way through activities which do not demand some special fitness readiness. You will discover the capital of Montenegro – Podgorica city, through easy walking tour, and next days enjoy rafting on Tara river known as 'tear of Europe' because of its clean water (its canyon is the deepest in Europe, and second deepest in the world after Colorado), Rijeka Crnojevića (beautiful little historic place), Skadar Lake with its special flora and fauna, climbing to the Lovćen mausoleum - symbol of Montenegro and its freedom (461 steps to the top), visiting Cetinje – Old Royal Capital, Budva – metropolis of Montenegrin tourism, also known as 'Queen of Adriatic'. You will have an opportunity to take a photo on the Pavlova side – viewpoint from which photos represent Montenegro in magazines worldwide!
Unrepeatable ambience, delicious food and premium wines, good mood and this tour can start!
Itinerary
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Day 1: PODGORICA WALKING TOUR
Arrival at the airport (Podgorica or Tivat) or port (Kotor/Bar/Tivat). Accommodation in 4-star hotel in Podgorica. City sightseeing.
We will welcome you to the airport, and then head towards Podgorica.
We start a panoramic sightseeing tour with a guide, after which we will head to the hotel. Check - in.
Meeting at agreed time, and start easy walking through the city accompanied by a guide – approx. 2 hours.
We start the tour from the Republic Square - the main city square. We will pass through Bokeška Street with nice cafes and urban look, a favorite place for young people to go out. We will see the Millennium Bridge that represents the visual identity of the city. We will visit the Sastavci or the Skaline - the oldest bridge in Podgorica, according to the historical facts that was established during the Roman rule. We will visit the Clock Tower and the Old Town located in the very heart of Podgorica which preserves rich historical and cultural heritage. The most beautiful example of architecture remaining from the Turkish period is the Clock Tower, which is a symbol of Podgorica. It still dominates the area of Old Town with its height. Then we will continue towards Centre of Contemporary Art - Kruševac - the former winter mansion of King Nikola I Petrović. Then we continue our walk to the Temple of the Resurrection of Christ, the third largest Orthodox temple in the world. In the end we visit St. George Church which dates from the IX-XI century; belongs to the oldest active worship of the Christian chapel in the area of Montenegro and beyond.
Back to the hotel. Free time. Overnight stay.
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Day 2: CETINJE - LOVĆEN MAUSOLEUM - LOVĆEN SERPENTINE - KOTOR - BUDVA
Breakfast.
Starting the tour at agreed time. Driving towards Cetinje (Old Royal Capital) – approx. 30 min.
Arrival at Cetinje. City sightseeing: Cetinje Monastery, Ćipuri church, the former Njegoš’s residence - Biljarda, King Nikola’s museum, the Presidential Palace (duration approx. 1h).
Driving to Lovćen mausoleum – approx. 40 min.
Arrival at Lovćen. Visit Njegoš's mausoleum (461 steps to the top). Stairs to Njegoš's mausoleum also lead through the tunnel through the mountain, and after a few minutes walk you arrive to the "sky under the clouds", to the Jezerski vrh – Lake peak, from where all around you is provided as in the palm – approx. 1 hour.
Driving the Lovćen serpentine (duration approx. 1h and 20min). A pause for taking photos on the road for which there is a story that the designer Joseph Slade has devoted this route to princess Milena, so this part of route is in the form of the initial letter of her name.
Coming to Kotor. City sightseeing: the Old Town, the Square of Arms, the Cathedral of St. Triphon, the Church of St. Luke, the Cat Square – approx. 1 h.
Lunch at the one of the most famous restaurants in the city (about 1h).
Driving towards Budva (about 30 min).
Arrival at Budva. Accompanied by a guide, you will see the Old Town, which unites with unity, walk in the winding streets, enjoy the view of the late Middle Ages squares that form a whole with solid ramparts, their towers and city gates, Orthodox and Catholic churches – approx. 1 hour.
Return. Arriving at the hotel. Free time. Overnight stay.
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Day 3: TARA RAFTING TOUR
Departure in the early morning hours, driving towards Šćepan Polje. Duration of the journey: approx. 2 – 3 hours.
Arriving at the camp, meeting with skippers and other participants in rafting, a traditional Montenegrin breakfast at the restaurant on the riverside (approx. 1h 30 min).
Preparation for rafting - fitting with neoprene clothing and footwear, safety belts, helmets (set for Go Pro camera) – approx. 30 minutes. You can take camera and mobile phones with yourselves, because there is a safety, waterproof bag in your boats where you can leave your stuff during rapids, and use them during breaks as well as in quiet parts of the river.
Your adventure begins with short and exciting driving by off-road vehicles to the starting point of the rafting tour "Brštanovica" (approx. 40 min). When you arrive, skipper will give you all instructions that you need for rafting, so the important thing is listen to him and be careful what he will say. Also, he will inform you during the rafting before each rapid.
Rafting with pauses for swimming and photography at the most beautiful places and unavoidable most beautiful waterfall on the Tara (approx. 3 - 4 hours). Tara River seems to have white restless water stairs with beautiful, peaceful pools between rapids that allow you to rest, take a photo of its unique landscapes, or to try out swimming in crystal clear but very cold water.
Back to the camp. Traditional Montenegrin lunch (various dishes - gourmet, vegetarian, vegan, gluten free and other dishes of your choice + aperitif - homemade Montenegrin brandy) – approx. 1h 30 min. Almost all products are of organic origin, purchased from local breeders and manufacturers.
Back to the hotel. Free time. Overnight stay.
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Day 4: LOCAL TRADITIONAL WINERY - PAVLOVA SIDE - RIJEKA CRNOJEVIĆA - SKADAR LAKE CRUISING
Breakfast.
Starting tour at agreed time.
Drive to the Local traditional winery – approx. 45 min. Sightseeing winery, wine cellar and vineyards. Listening about production of wines, brandies, liqueurs, jams…
Tasting of wine, grape brandy, liqueurs – approx. 1 hour.
Continuing to Pavlova side - one of the most attractive viewpoints in Montenegro, the most famous "picture card" of Montenegro. Photo break – approx. 20 min.
Taking ride to Rijeka Crnojevića. Sightseeing. This tour is a perfect opportunity to experience the old Montenegro as well as the former life in this region.
Start of cruising. The cruise lasts about 1h 30 min hours. You will see fishing villages, cultural and historical monuments, the flora and fauna of the lake, and take swim in the lake.
Lunch at the local fish restaurant – approx. 1 hour.
Back to the hotel. Free time. Overnight stay.
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Day 5: TRANSFER TO THE AIRPORT OR PORT
Savour breakfast, check-out and get some spare time.
Transfer to the airport (Podgorica or Tivat) or port (Kotor, Tivat or Bar). The end of the arrangement.
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Cancellation Policy
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No refund in case of any cancellation.
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