North Montenegro, Durmitor, Tara & Ostrog Tour
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This tour is designed for all nature and adventure lovers made to combine all the places that make Montenegro wild and wonderful – beginning with the beautiful coastline of Kotor and Risan Bay; driving up to the high elevations of the Durmitor Mountains; admiring the deepest canyon in Europe - the canyon of river Tara; hiking around Black Lake and visiting the most famous and mysterious spiritual spot in the Balkans – the Ostrog Monastery. An overall memorable travel experience!
Your experience
Stop 1
After 20 minutes we take our first photo stop at the outskirts of the baroque town of Perast. A short distance from the shoreline you’ll be able to capture perspectives of two famous islands – Our Lady of the Rocks (artificial) and Saint George (natural).
Stop 2
Just before we arrive in Nikšić (where the best Montenegrin beer is made), we’ll take another photo stop at the beautiful Salty Lake (Slano Jezero), one of two big lakes that surround this historical city
Stop 3
Tara Bridge – the highest in Europe when built in 1940 - spanning the renown Tara River. If so inclined, time will be allotted to cross the 365 meter long bridge, 172 meters above the canyon floor. !!! Please be advised that, due to ongoing construction work, walking across the Đurđevića Tara Bridge will not be permitted from 8 August onwards. !!!
Stop 4
Black Lake - This lake is among 18 glacial lakes above 1,500 meters elevation on Durmitor Mountain.All together they are called “Mountain Eyes”
Stop 5
Nearing sunset, we’ll begin our ascent up the narrow and winding road, enjoying spectacular views of the highly-perched monastery in the effects of the setting sun..You may have an opportunity to observe bare footed pilgrims climbing up the 3 km long road, in order to reach this holy place and sleep over in the monastery yard.
What’s included
- Full day transport by mini-van or mini-bus
- Surcharges on fuel
- Professional tour guide in english
Not included
- Entrance fees (5€ for Durmitor NP) paid in the agency office, morning of the tour (cash)
- Food and drinks (breakfast from 5.5€, lunch from 10€)
- Tour Guide Tip
Meeting and pickup
Parking Porto Montenegro parking lot. Please be here at 06:30 am. https://goo.gl/maps/LoSJAKzRZVK54e3q9
Opposite of the bus stop Saint’s Stefan near Perla café. Please be here at 06:00 am. https://goo.gl/maps/YfG7GT5XMUYj6KDU6
For all guests that are staying in Kotor, we are located just next to the Old Town Hostel and behind St Tryphon cathedral.
Before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- WHAT TO BRING: water, sunscreen, comfortable shoes
- HIGHLIGHTS: Perast photo stop, View of Boka Bay above Risan, Slano Lake, traditional breakfast, Đurđevića Tara Bridge, Tara Canyon, Town of Žabljak, traditional lunch, Black Lake, Ostrog Monastery
- NOTE: Access to Ostrog Monastery's interior may be limited on weekends due to a high number of visitors.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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