Summary
Highlights
- Visit the beautiful UNESCO town of Kotor
- Venture north and visit the unspoilt, mountainous regions of the country
- Enjoy the contrast of the coast and interiors of Montenegro
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Recommended for:
Beach | City | History & culture | Natural world | Relaxation
Wandering the historic old town of Kotor, swimming off gorgeous beaches in the clear waters of the Adriatic and visiting local vinters on the shores of the Balkans' largest lake are just some of the highlights of this Montenegro getaway. Discover why Lord Byron described the Montenegrin coastline as “the most beautiful encounter between land and sea” on this 8-day tailor-made tour of the alternative summer destination that is certainly hot right now.
Day by day itinerary
Days
1-3
Zabljak
Fly to Tivat, where you’ll collect your hire car before heading for the mountain village of Zabljak for a relaxing stay. Allow at least four hours to get there as the road takes you through valleys and across mountain passes, a stunning medley of scenery. Despite the rugged surroundings, you will find every comfort at the modern and welcoming Hotel Soa which is located in the centre of Žabljak, at 1450m above sea level, on the edge of the Durmitor national park. From this base, you can enjoy explore the glacial lakes of Durmitor, raft the Tara canyon and enjoy the laid-back atmosphere of the Montenegrin interior.
Stay : Hotel Soa, Zabljak (Superior)
Meals: B
Days
4-7
Kotor
You will then head back down the mountain to stay in the UNESCO protected town of Kotor for a complete contrast. One of the best preserved medieval cities in the Adriatic, Kotor is Montenegro’s answer to Croatia’s Dubrovnik, with grand Venetian mansions dominating the seafront and pretty stone churches hidden among the cobbled streets. Spend four nights at Hotel Hippocampus, a beautifully restored former merchant's house hidden away on the charming backstreets of Kotor old town.
Stay : Hotel Hippocampus - Kotor Old Town (Superior)
Meals: B
Day
8
Departure
After a relaxed final breakfast, your adventures through Montenegro come to an end. Transfer to the airport in time for your onward flight.
Meals: B
Pricing
Any element of this itinerary can be adjusted to suit your needs. Just contact us to find out more.
Accommodation rating:
8-day tailor-made self-drive from £920 incl. flights
Superior
Low Season
from £920 pp. incl. flights
High Season
from £1,260 pp. incl. flights
Valid for travel: May to October
Includes:
- Complimentary UK airport departure lounge access
- Return flights from UK to Tivat, Montenegro
- 8 days car hire in an economy vehicle
- 3 nights accommodation BB in a 4* hotel in Zabljak
- 4 nights accommodation BB in a 4* hotel in Kotor
Car parking is available at your hotel in Zabljak, but is limited in Kotor, as the old town is vehicle free, it is possible to park just outside the old town and walk the short distance to your accommodation
Terms & Conditions
Prices are per person based on two people sharing a twin/double room; prices are subject to availability and possible change; normal booking conditions apply.
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