Private full day Montenegro tour from Dubrovnik by Doria ltd.
Description
A great way to visit a new country (Montenegro) from Dubrovnik on this private tour, and be back in Croatia late afternoon the same day. We will stop at the stunning Verige viewpoint in the middle of Kotor Bay, and take you around the beautiful Baroque palaces of Perast. Later you will enjoy the architecture and charming squares and cafes of the Old Town of Kotor, climb above to Trojica Hill for panoramic views of the Bay, and end in the town of Tivat/Porto Montenegro for leisurely stroll and lunch before heading back to Croatia. We hope you join us on this tour since Montenegro awaits you!!!
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Itinerary
We will stop at Verige, the narrowest part of sea passage between inner and outer part of Kotor Bay. Great photo opportunities of inner part of Kotor bay, steep mountains descending into the sea, towns of Risan and Perast with sailboats, and an occasional cruise ship passing through the strait.
Perast is tiny medieval city of only 160 inhabitants, located between vertical mountain and Kotor Bay. During our stop in Perast, guests will have opportunity to marvel the Baroque Captains' palaces and numerous churches with Saint Nicolas's Cathedral and its bell tower - the tallest in all of Kotor Bay. In front of the city are 2 islands - Our Lady of the Rocks and Saint George Island. Our Lady of the Rocks is man made island in 17.ct with gorgeous Barque church and museum and can be visited on a short private boat ride from Perast.
Upon arrival to Kotor, once an independent city-state, and from 14.ct under Venetian influence, you will have time to explore its narrow streets, sunny squares, and churches followed by time for lunch (optional). We suggest entering the Romanesque Cathedral of Saint Triphon, Maritime Museum of Kotor, and Saint Nicolas Serbian Orthodox Church. Possible climb to Saint John's Fort above the city of Kotor (750ft altitude). Your guide will explain you all the important sites beforehand and hand you the free map of the city to explore it on your own.
Trojica Hill Pass is located between Kotor and Grbalj. We will do 2 panoramic photo-stops. One stop would be just before the pass so guests can enjoy views of the inner part of the Bay with Kotor tucked in the very bottom of it. The second photo stop is just after the pass with great views of outer Kotor Bay, Flower Island, and the city of Tivat, its airport and marina.
The town of Tivat used to be a military naval base for Yugoslav National navy but it underwent through a tourism renessaince in early 2000s where the naval base had been transformed to Luxury megayacht marina and hotel/resort town adjacened to historical town of Tivat. Have a stroll through its bustling sunny promenade and have a snack or lunch in one of the many Porto Montenego stylish or Tivat town more traditional restaurants.
During short 15 min ferry ride across the narrow part of Kotor Bay, guests can go out of the vehicle and do great photos of the Bay, St. Archangel Church and little villages of Lepetane and Kamenari.
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
Your hotel, apartment or other agreed location in Dubrovnik area as per your request.
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Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(122)
We enjoyed our trip to Montenegro. Our guide Baldo Stanos was great, we especially liked how he brought the recent history of the region to life from his personal lens. In Montenegro, Our Lady of the Rocks is a great location with an interesting story. The ancient city of Kotor is nice but was crowded given a couple of cruise ships were docked in the bay right outside its walls. The region is beautiful, and we really enjoyed learning more about it.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ We just had the most amazing day exploring Montenegro, thanks to our incredible guide Miho ! As a group of six ladies from Haiti, we were looking for an unforgettable experience, and he delivered beyond our expectations. His humor and vibrant personality set the perfect vibe right from the start, making the entire day enjoyable and fun. He was not only extremely funny but also incredibly knowledgeable. With each stop on the tour, he shared fascinating insights and stories that really brought the scenery to life. His passion for Montenegro's culture and history shone through, making us feel connected to the beauty around us. What really stood out was his helpfulness—he was always there to answer our questions, offer great tips for local spots, and even helped us find the best angles for our photos! We never felt rushed or lost; he made sure we all had a fantastic time. If you’re planning a tour in Montenegro, I highly recommend requesting him! You won’t just see the sights; you’ll make memories that will last a lifetime. Thank you for an unforgettable adventure!
Thank you so much for your amazing feedback. We are thrilled to hear that Miho made your Montenegro tour so memorable with his humor, knowledge, and passion for the culture and history. It is wonderful that he helped make the day fun, relaxed, and full of great photo opportunities. We truly appreciate your recommendation...
We had a wonderful adventure Jacob was so kind and thoughtful and really listened to what we wanted to see and where we wanted extra time. I highly recommend this trip. You will love it!
Thank you so much for your kind words. We are thrilled to hear that Jacob made your adventure so enjoyable by listening and tailoring the experience to your interests. We really appreciate your recommendation
Jacob was a great guide. He had many stories and history facts to offer during our tour. The old town was a lot like Dubrovnik.
Thank you for your kind feedback. We are glad to hear that Jacob made your tour so enjoyable with his stories and historical insights.
We had been traveling in Greece and Croatia for one month. Clearly, the highlight of our trip was our tour from Dubrovnik to Montenegro with our guide Miho. The day started early, but flew by with his informative presentations throughout the day as well as his humorous stories. If there was a rating above five stars, we would assign it to him. This is a must do tour. We cannot thank him and Doria enough for our amazing day!
Thank you so much for your amazing review. We are truly delighted to hear that your tour from Dubrovnik to Montenegro was the highlight of your month-long trip. Miho will be thrilled to know his presentation, stories, and guidance made such a positive impression. Your kind words mean a lot, and we could not be happier that you had such a memorable day. Thank you again for choosing the tour and for sharing your experience!
We took a lovely daytrip to Montenegro. There was some confusion, after confirmation and payment (I think the driver was sick), but the company was able to accommodate us if we were willing to move the trip by a day. Our driver, Meta, was very knowledgeable and eager to share his information during the drive. Meta stayed in the car at each stop, which was fine with us. But if you are looking for a guide to walk with you, this is not the company to use. It was a wonderful informative day and the price was very reasonable compared to other quotes we received. However, we did not stop at 2 of the photo op locations listed on their website (Verige and Mt Vrmac).
Thank you for sharing your feedback. We sincerely apologize for the initial scheduling confusion and appreciate your flexibility in rescheduling the trip. We are glad to hear that Miho provided an informative and enjoyable experience throughout your Montenegro day trip. It is wonderful to know that overall you found the day trip enjoyable and a good value.
A fun day full of activities. First , our driver Miho drove us to Kotor. He showed us sights along the way and educated us about the history of Croatia and Montenegro. He was really outstanding. Then we explored the old city. Our guide was informative and friendly. On the way back we stopped at the vineyard with an unimaginable view. We chose not to go to the church on the island because it was too crowded. Highly recommended!
Thank you so much for your thoughtful review. I am delighted to hear that you had a fun and memorable day, from the drive with Miho to exploring Kotor and learning about the history of Croatia and Montenegro. I am glad you enjoyed the vineyard stop and the breath-taking views, and it is great to know that the guides made the experience both informative and friendly. Thank you for recommending this tour!
Miho was a great tour guide. He had a lot of knowledge about where we were going and also told us a lot about his life and his family which helped us understand the culture of Croatia even better. We recommend him highly and without reservation. BTW, he has a great sense of humor🤣 we laughed a lot!
We are delighted to hear that Miho made your tour so memorable—not only sharing his knowledge of Croatia but also giving you a personal glimpse into his life and family. It is fantastic that his sense of humour kept everyone laughing along the way. Your high recommendation means a lot!
Duro was a brilliant driver and guide for us. He was knowledgable, friendly and flexible. Perfect person to have on a full day of driving and sight seeing.
We appreciate your kind words! It’s fantastic to hear that Đuro’s expertise, friendliness, and adaptability made your day of sightseeing so enjoyable. He will be thrilled to know you had such a great experience with him.
On paper it sounds like a wonderful day - but in reality it is 4-5 hours of driving in terrible congested road conditions with slow and incompetent crossings at the Montenegro border. Our driver, Mladen, did his best, was informative and friendly, and it was not fault that the day was ruined by the travel and the horrendous crowds once reaching our main destination, Kotor. Two huge cruise ships had reached port, so Old Kotor was overrrun. Awful experience. The couple of highlights were our time on The Lady of the Rocks, which we got to with few people, before other tourists started coming; and the viewpoint of Kotor Bay. Montenegro’s infrastructure and road quality was completely inadequate for the needs of the country.
Dear David, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We’re genuinely sorry to hear that the day did not unfold as you had hoped, despite the efforts of our team to make it as enjoyable and smooth as possible. We are very pleased to hear that Mladen, your driver and guide, was informative, friendly, and professional throughout the day. His commitment to our guests is something we are consistently proud of. We do, however, want to respectfully clarify that many of the challenges you encountered including traffic congestion, long delays at the Montenegro border, and unexpected crowd levels due to cruise ship arrivals, are unfortunately beyond our company’s control. These are regional issues that even the most carefully planned itineraries cannot avoid, particularly during high tourist season. While we monitor these conditions closely and do our best to adjust where possible, road infrastructure and border operations in Montenegro are managed by government authorities, and local conditions can change rapidly and without notice. Same applies for the cruise ship arrivals that can also change at the last minute. That said, we are glad to hear you found value in the peaceful experience at Our Lady of the Rocks and the stunning views over Kotor Bay. We share your frustration when elements outside our control affect our guests’ experience, but as mentioned, this is something we are not able to have an influence on, despite our best planning and preparation.
