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Best Montenegro Tours (2023)

Montenegro tours are a fantastic way to see and experience the best the 'Jewel of the Adriatic' has to offer. Nestled along the shimmering coastline of the Balkans, this small but stunning country is a treasure trove of breathtaking landscapes, rich history, and warm-hearted locals. And exploring the country with a local guide is the best way to experience the best of Montenegro.

There are Montenegro tours to suit everyone. Whether you're a nature enthusiast, a history buff, or simply seeking a relaxing escape, there are Montenegro tours to show you the top sights, uncover hidden gems and discover local experiences.

Below, you'll find a list of the best Montenegro tours. You can choose from tours that last a few hours to done-for-you multi-day adventures. Each will show you Montenegro's best attractions and local experiences.

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Sightseeing Tours | Boat Tours | Private ToursMontenegro Multi-Day Tours | Montenegro and Croatia Tours | Yoga Retreats | Adventure Holidays  

Montenegro Sightseeing Tours

Kotor Walking Tours

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Taking a Kotor walking tour is a great way to see the highlights of Kotor.  Tours take as little as an hour and will help you make the most of your time in this must-see destination.

Montenegro Full-Day Tour

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The Montenegro Full-Day Tour is Montenegro's most popular day tour and takes you to see several attractions like Njeguši, Lovćen National Park, Cetinje, Rijeka Crnojevića and the Budva Riviera.

Montenegro day Tours From Dubrovnik

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If you're interested in visiting Montenegro from Croatia, you'll find many day tours from Dubrovnik. Here's my roundup of the best Montenegro day trips from Dubrovnik, Croatia.

Montenegro Boat Tours

Kotor Boat Tours

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See Kotor Bay's top sights and swim in the warm waters on a Kotor boat tour. Here's a list of guaranteed to please boat tours you can do from Kotor.

Blue Cave Boat Tours

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The Blue Cave is one of Montenegro's most popular attractions and these boat tours are the best ways to see it. 

Semi Submarine Boat Tour

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This semi-submarine tour is a favourite with little ones and gives you a chance to see the Bay of Kotor's beautiful coastline.

Lake Skadar Boat Tours

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Skadar Lake boat tours take you to see the lake beauty and wildlife. You can also visit monasteries and see the lake's island fortresses and villages.

Private Montenegro Tours

Booking a private guide is a fantastic way to see the best of Montenegro. A private guide can create an itinerary based on your interests, organise all the logistics and will be on hand throughout the tour to make sure you have an amazing time!

Here are the best private tours, all designed and run by five star-rated guide, Ana Badnjar.

Private Kotor Walking Tour

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An in-depth and intimate private walking tour of Kotor, including top attractions St Tryphon Cathedral and the Maritime Museum.

  • Start/finish: Kotor
  • Duration: 2 hours

The Old Captain's Smile

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Guided tour to the best of the bay: Kotor, Perast and Our Lady of the Rocks.

    Start/finish point: Kotor, flexible
  • Duration: 4 ½ hours

Speed Boat Adventure

Ana Badnjar Speed Boat Adventure

Swim in a sea cave, visit submarine tunnels, lunch in a fishermen's village and explore Kotor.

  • Start/finish point: Kotor, flexible
  • Duration: 5 hours

Olives and Donkeys

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Experience authentic Montenegrin cuisine and lifestyle on this tour to a 300 year old olive mill.

  • Start/finish: Kotor, flexible
  • Duration: 4 ½ hours

I Want to Stay in Boka Bay Forever

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Visit Kotor, Perast, Our Lady of the Rocks and Porto Montenegro by car or speed boat.

  • Start/finish point: Kotor, flexible
  • Duration: 5 ½ hours

Say Hello to Budva

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See iconic Sveti Stefan, and take walking tours of Budva and Kotor on this Kotor and Budva tour with a private, licensed guide in Montenegro.

  • Start/finish: Kotor, flexible
  • 5 ½ hours

The Best of the Montenegro Coast

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See the gems of the Montenegro coast on this private Kotor day tour that takes you to all the top sights in Kotor Bay and the Budva Riviera.

  • Start/finish: Kotor, flexible
  • 6 hours

Kotor Winery Tour

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Explore Kotor, Perast, Herceg Novi and visit a winery with the best views in the Bay of Kotor.

  • Start/finish: Kotor, flexible
  • Duration: 5 hours

Mrs Zora's Yummy Oysters

Ana Badnjar Oyster Tour

Taste the Bay of Kotor on this oyster tour that includes Our Lady of the Rocks, Porto Montenegro, Kotor and a local oyster farm.

  • Start/finish: Kotor, flexible
  • Duration: 5 hours

Historical Zig-Zag Tour

Ana Badnjar Historical Zig Zag

Trace Montenegro's history along the serpentine road to Cetinje and Lovćen National Park.

  • Start/finish: Kotor, flexible
  • Duration: 8 hours

Untouched Montenegro

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Full day tour through Montenegro's stunning national parks, mountains and canyons.

  • Start/finish: Kotor, flexible
  • Duration: 12-13 hours

Montenegro Multi-Day Tours

1 Week Montenegro Self-Drive Tour

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Are you looking for a Montenegro itinerary that will show you the stunning beauty of Montenegro?

Would you like to do a road trip around Montenegro?

If this sounds like your dream Montenegro trip, here's a done-for-you self-drive holiday itinerary that you can copy or customise to suit your trip. You can also download a copy to bring with you, so you have all the information on hand as you travel.

Privately Guided Montenegro Tour

On a guided tour, you’ll have a private guide who designs an itinerary for you and chauffeurs you throughout your holiday. Your guide will be with you as much as you want him or her to be, and will give you private tours of attractions like Kotor old town, Cetinje and Ostrog Monastery.

A guided tour is the best way to get an in-depth experience in Montenegro. Guides are extremely knowledgeable about the history and culture of the whole country, and they can explain the regional culture, traditions, history and food throughout your stay. They also know plenty of off-the-beaten-track gems and will happily take you to them.

Montenegro and Croatia Tours

Best Montenegro and Croatia Tours

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Are you looking for a Montenegro and Croatia tour that will show you the best of these two stunningly beautiful countries?

Montenegro and Croatia, two neighboring countries in the heart of the Balkans, both boast an abundance of natural beauty, rich history, and vibrant culture. From the stunning coastline of the Adriatic Sea to the rugged mountains of Montenegro, this region offers an incredible diversity of landscapes and experiences.

To make the most of your visit, escorted tours to Croatia and Montenegro can be an excellent way to explore the highlights of these two countries. You can choose from private or group tours, sailing or land-based. And you can even combine Montenegro and Croatia with other countries in the Balkans and around Europe.

Best Small Group Tours to Croatia and Montenegro

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Croatia and Montenegro have long been hidden gems of the Adriatic coast, offering stunning natural beauty, rich history, and a unique blend of cultures.

With 26 national parks between them, photogenic medieval towns, idyllic islands and that Mediterranean sunshine, a Croatia and Montenegro trip could easily be the trip of a lifetime!

And since they are neighbours, visiting them both in one trip makes complete sense. But it can be overwhelming to plan a Montenegro and Croatia itinerary, especially if you're travelling solo or in a small group.

That's where escorted tours of Croatia and Montenegro come in - they offer the perfect balance of flexibility and structure, allowing you to explore at your own pace while still benefiting from the expertise of local guides. 

Yoga Retreats in Montenegro

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Montenegro is a great place to enjoy a yoga retreat and there are many great yoga retreats in Montenegro to choose from.

You'll find relaxed yoga holidays that combine yoga and plenty of time for sightseeing and hanging out on the beach. You'll also find more structured retreats that include group activities or even teacher certification.

Montenegro Adventure Holidays

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Do you think of yourself as a thrill-seeker? Is your ideal holiday include lots of outdoor activities? Do you have kids?

Montenegro is an outdoor adventure lover’s paradise and there are so many ways to enjoy Montenegro’s fabulous climate and natural beauty.

While you'd be forgiven for thinking adventure holidays are just for extreme thrill-seekers, there are adventure holidays for just about everyone, including families. These combine fun activities like rafting, canyoning, hiking, boat trips and wild swimming with wine tasting, sedate biking and farm visits to give you the perfect combination of adventure, culture and rest.

Why not forgo the usual beach holiday this year and embark on adventure you'll never forget? Or better yet, do both!

Here's a list of adventure holidays from local tour operator, Marko of Active Travels Montenegro. You'll find itineraries from two to seven days and most of them are customisable.

2 Day Activity Break

A three day, two night guided tour that takes you through some of north Montenegro's most dramatic scenery. The tour includes rafting in the Tara Canyon, hiking around Piva Lake and lake cruise. It also includes all your meals, accommodation, and transfers from the Bay of Kotor.

2 Day Adrenaline Break

A two day, one night tour for adrenaline junkies. You're thrown in the deep end on the first day with a canyoning tour through Nevidio Canyon. The second day takes you to the deepest canyon in Europe and whitewater rafting through the rapids before you return to the Bay of Kotor.

3 Day Active Break

This three day, two night casual tour that takes you to explore some of Montenegro's most beautiful scenery. You'll go rafting in the Tara Canyon, go on two guided hikes and a lake cruise. You'll also experience true Montenegrin culture when you stay in an ethno village and try Montenegrin specialty food and drinks.

3 Day Adrenaline Plus Break

The Adrenaline Plus Break is a three day, two night rafting and canyoning tour. As well as canyoning Nevidio Canyon and rafting in the Tara Canyon, you'll take on the more challenging and less-visited Medjurecije Canyon near Bar.

3 Day Adventure Break

The three day, two night Adventure Break includes rafting in Tara Canyon, a hike and canyoning in Nevidio Canyon. You've got adventure and relaxation all in one trip! You'll also see this beautiful region of Montenegro that hasn't been discovered by the masses yet.

3 Day Hiking Break

Keen to do some hiking through Montenegro's wild mountains? This trip takes you to some of the most stunning scenery around Durmitor National Park. The tour includes three guided hikes and a lake cruise, as well as your meals, accommodation and return transfers from Kotor Bay.

Montenegro Adventure Holiday

This is a seven day tour for people who hate lying on the beach doing nothing. This action-packed tour includes hiking, rafting, a gastronomy tour, fishing, a boat cruise and cultural experiences. You'll really get to know Montenegro and see some of the most stunning scenery in north Montenegro.

Active Family Montenegro Holiday

This is a seven day holiday for families looking for something extraordinary. The holiday includes rafting, canyoning, hiking, swimming, a lake cruise, kayaking, a ropes course and ziplining!

This is a holiday your family will never forget!

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