Northern Montenegro Tour: Durmitor, Tara and Ostrog

Overview

This full-day tour takes you to explore the wild landscapes of northern Montenegro, departing from Tivat, Budva, or Kotor. Accompanied by a professional English-speaking guide, you will travel through diverse panoramas, from the Kotor coast and Risan Bay to the high altitudes of the Durmitor mountains. The itinerary includes the Tara River Canyon, one of Europe's deepest, as well as a hike around the Black Lake and a visit to the Ostrog Monastery, a major spiritual site in the Balkans. The journey also features stops in Perast, Slano Lake, and the town of Žabljak. The activity is offered as a group tour in a Mercedes vehicle (van or minibus) or as an exclusive option. The exclusive formula provides pick-up from your accommodation and the possibility to customise the itinerary. Transport and guiding are included. Entrance fees for Durmitor National Park (€5) must be paid in cash on the morning of the visit. Meals (breakfast and lunch) are available at an extra cost.

Itinerary

1. Our Lady of the Rocks

   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).

   · 10 min

2. Slano Lake

   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

   · 10 min

3. Đurđevića Tara Bridge

   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. !!!

   · 30 min

4. Durmitor National Park Visitor Centre

   Black Lake - This lake is among 18 glacial lakes above 1,500 meters elevation on Durmitor Mountain.All together they are called “Mountain Eyes”

   · 1 h· Admission not included

5. Ostrog Monastery

   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.

   · 45 min

Pickup

Pickup or meet at the departure point.

Please during booking process book one of the options from the city you are staying in if you require pick up service, options that are offered are: For guests from Budva: Bus stop to Sveti Stefan / Petrovac , 2 Mediteranska, Budva, Montenegro at 06:00 am For guests from Tivat: Parking Porto Montenegro at 06:30 am For guests from Herceg Novi: Bus stop across PRO ECO store at 06:00 am

Meeting point

What to know before you go

• Public transport available nearby.
• Young children must sit on an adult's lap.
• Not recommended for travellers with cardiovascular problems.
• Suitable for all fitness levels.
• Recommended equipment: water, sunscreen, and comfortable shoes.
• Access to the interior of Ostrog Monastery may be limited on weekends due to high visitor numbers.
• Maximum capacity of 30 travellers.
• Immediate confirmation upon booking.

Travelers

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation for a full refund at least 24 hours before departure.

• No refund if cancelled less than 24 hours before departure.
• The activity may be cancelled in case of bad weather or insufficient participants.

Who is it for?

• English-speaking travellers (guide available in English only).
• Nature and light hiking enthusiasts.
• People without cardiovascular contraindications.

What makes it different

• Exclusive tour option with accommodation pick-up and customisable itinerary.
• Comprehensive circuit combining coast, mountains, canyon, and spiritual site in one day.

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