Full-Day Boka Bay Cruise Tour from Budva with Guide
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The cruise takes place on the three-deck ship with bar, restaurant, sunbeds, showers. Our licensed guide will accompany you during the tour. Depart from Budva and head to the old city of Kotor, there will be a guided tour and free time. After that board the ship and past the town of Perast before stopping on the only artificial island in the Adriatic - Our Lady of the Rocks. The next stop is swimming at the lagoon Miriste, known for its purity and transparency of water. During the stop you can visit the famous Blue Cave, the incredible beauty of which is due to the play of light and water, shadows and bright colors. Passing mysterious landmark of Montenegro - fortress of Mamula with unique architecture, the ship heads towards Herceg Novi, the city of rocks and mimosas. Here you will see three famous fortresses: Forte Mare, Kanli Kula and Španjola, and walk to the Old Town. Enjoying the view of Porto Montenegro, we return to Tivat. Your bus will take you from Tivat to Budva.
Your experience
Stop 1
There will be a guided tour and free time. Located in one of the most beautiful bays in the world, Kotor, a city of merchants and famous sailors, has a lot to say. The old town of Kotor is the best-preserved medieval urban environment, typical of towns built in the 12th and 14th centuries. Medieval architecture and numerous monuments of cultural heritage included Kotor in the UNESCO list of "World Natural and Cultural Heritage". Buildings spread throughout the city, intertwined with streets and squares.
Stop 2
Perast is surely one of the most beautiful places in Kotor bay. Today it is often called the quietest town in Boka. Its narrow streets and numerous, mostly abandoned renaissance, and baroque palaces, testify about the richness of the Kotor bay. Perast used to be a town of sailors, and it was known by that even outside the space of Montenegro. We can see even today that famous stone housed and captain’s palaces standing out.
Stop 3
On the island we will have a guided tour to the Catholic Church of the same name, where we will meet the miraculous icon of the Virgin Mary from the 15th century, the most respected saint patron of Boka sailors. The church is very nicely painted and decorated. We will also visit its museum part, which is entirely composed of votive gifts.
Stop 4
The next part of the cruise is a swimming stop at crystal-clear waters of Miriste Lagoon. Here you can also visit the famous Blue Cave. On the way to Miriste, pass by the famous fishing village of Rose and the fortress of Mamula, a mysterious landmark of Montenegro with unique architecture.
Stop 5
The incredible beauty of the Blue Cave is due to the play of light and water, shadows and bright colors. The sun rays, refracting on the surface of the sea waterare reflected on the limestone rocks, and create a unique feeling that you are in a fairy tale.
Stop 6
A mysterious landmark of Montenegro with unique architecture.
Stop 7
Herceg Novi is recognizable by the abundance of mimosa trees and its numerous flights of stairs. It’s often called ‘The City of the sun’, thanks to the large number of sunny days all year round. The centre of Herceg Novi is its Old Town, decorated with buildings dating back to the epochs of Sahat – Kula and Kanli – Kula. Fortress Spanjola and Fortress Forte Mare are only a part of the cultural heritage of this renowned town. Rich with greenery, Herceg Novi hides numerous kinds of tropical flowers. The city itself is called the Botanical garden of Montenegro, and the city of sun, flowers and poets.
Stop 8
The largest port for mega yachts in southern Europe.
Stop 9
Tivat, picturesque coastal town nestled in Boka Bay, is quickly becoming a hot destination for elite travelers. With its world-class marina and a variety of exclusive boutique shops, Tivat offers a unique blend of old-world charm and modern amenities.
What’s included
- On-board WiFi
- Sundecks
- Showers
- On-board restrooms
Not included
- Lunch
- Blue Cave tour
- Entrance fees
- Entrance fees
Meeting and pickup
The bus will stop at the bus station near roundabout. Please be there at 07:20.
The bus will stop at Przno bus station towards Budva. Please be there before 07:15.
The bus will stop near restaurant Stari Hrast, please be there before 07:25.
The bus will stop at the bus station in Petrovac, near Voli market. Please be there at 07:00.
The bus will stop at Sveti Stefan bus station towards Budva. Please be there before 07:10.
The bus will stop at Rafailovici bus stations towards Budva, with 2 yellow roofs like mushrooms, right across the street from bakery Zrno. Please be there at 07:20.
The bus will stop at Becici bus station towards Budva, near corner market. Please be there not later than 07:30.
The bus will wait for you across the road from Tre Canne building. Please come at 07:50.
Before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The itinerary may be adjusted according to weather conditions.
- Please note, the trip to Blue Cave is subject to weather conditions.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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