Private Tour of Budva & Kotor, Montenegro from Tirana
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On this private Montenegro day tour from Albania, you will explore two of the country’s most charming coastal cities: Kotor and Budva. Both cities, part of the Montenegrin Riviera, are famous for their rich history, stone architecture, and picturesque streets. Discover the unique culture and traditions of Montenegro as your private guide introduces you to the local lifestyle and shares the stories behind these remarkable destinations. Kotor, beautifully situated on the Bay of Kotor, is a coastal gem with medieval walls and historic charm. Budva, smaller but equally captivating, is known for its vibrant old town and scenic Adriatic beaches—a must-visit while exploring the Balkans. During this private tour, you can explore at your own pace, enjoy personalized attention, and fully experience the beauty and history of Montenegro.
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Walking tour of Kotor Visits in the Bay of Kotor and walking in the Old City. Our stroll starts from the lower part of the city, the Bay of Kotor and the Marina of the city. We will head toward the Old City going through the “Sea Gate”. It is also a symbol of the city resistance and liberation from WW2 at ’44. The Old City is very charming. We will walk around the small squares, surrounded by typical quarters and visit some of the Old City Highlights for their architecture, historical values and style.
The Cathedral of Saint TryphonVisits in one of the 2 Roman Catholic churches in Montenegro This Roman Church is one of the 2 Catholic Churches in Montenegro as a major part of the country now follows eastern Orthodoxy. The cathedral was consecrated on 19 June 1166. Compared to other buildings, the Kotor Cathedral is one of the largest and most ornate buildings in Kotor.
Driving Back Last Stop in front of St Stefan Fortress St Stefan dates back from the 15th century as a Fishermans family which was fortified for better control to the sea. For the first time, it has transformed to a hotelier complex during the Yugoslavian Communist time, at the reign of Tito. From 2005 it is part of high-end touristic resorts and visits are limited only for the hotel’s customers. After St Stefan, we will drive back to Albania and this will be the end of the tour.
Driving toward south City Tour of Budva Finishing the Tour of Kotor we will continue driving toward the southern part of Montenegro, along some of the picturesque Riviera and tiny rocky beaches. The city of Budva is also one of the most important touristic cities of Montenegro with a fascinating history, dating 2600 years ago. The tour of Budva continues in the Old Part of the city with some quick visits at the Roman Ruins and the Budva Fortress by the coast offering spectacular views. The tiny streets of Budva are very charming. It is worth spending some time wandering around and visiting some of the local shops. Free time for lunch.
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- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(46)
It was a long but spectacular day. Our driver and guide Endri was superlative and I cannot say enough about his efforts, which included navigating some difficult driving conditions amid road construction and traffic. I highly recommend this excursion.
We are glad you enjoyed your time on our tour and we hope to welcome you to Albania soon!
Even the tour to Montenegro around 13 hours, however, I do enjoy the tour with my tour guy named Engjell from Go as Local, provided professional knowledge and historical background and kept the journey very pleasant.
Even the tour to Montenegro around 13 hours, however, I do enjoy a nice and friendly tour guy whose name Engjell provided professional knowledge and kept the journey very pleasant, strongly recommend to go for it.
Amazing experience. The guide was exceptional good, informative and considerate. We were taken to spectacular places. I’d recommend!
This is false advertising. We did not stop at several of the stops let alone for the time that was stated in the itinerary. I’d recommend going on your own or with a different company. The guide himself was nice, albeit a wild driver (50kmph over the speed limit). Sadly, this was not worth the money spent. After bringing this up to the company and Viator the only compensation was 50€ retuned. Unfortunately, we paid over 4 times that originally.
We had a wonderful tour of Montenegro with our guide Xhulio he was very entertaining and socially enjoyable for our entire day. Kotor was an amazing visit with the old City and wall the wonderful history.
The day trip is very nice and convenient if not using a hide car as public transport doesn’t exist - The trip is just transport and a guide, the walking tours he did were very good, the cities spectacular - My disappointment is I booked a tour for 1 which i had to and paid the single price, but and was asked to share with others by the operator last minute and promised a part refund and got nothing back
I had an incredible day trip to Budva and Kotor from Tirana! My guide Redi was fantastic—very knowledgeable, friendly, and made the whole experience fun and engaging. The scenic drive from Tirana was comfortable and offered beautiful views. Budva was vibrant with its lively streets and stunning beaches. Exploring the Old Town was a highlight, with its charming alleys and historical sites. Kotor, with its breathtaking bay and medieval architecture, was equally impressive. The picturesque surroundings and rich history made it a memorable visit. Overall, it was a well-organized tour, and I highly recommend it to anyone looking to explore these beautiful Montenegrin towns from Tirana. A big thank you to Redi for making the day so enjoyable!
What an absolutely wonderful day!! Montenegro is beautiful! It was so nice to be in a private car with only three other guests. Engjell, our guide and driver, was so enjoyable, knowledgeable, and accommodating that the entire day was perfect!
Solo traveler! I had the best time on this trip. It was so well organised. The tour guide Engjell was fantastic he really made the trip, very informative and funny too. It is a long day but totally worth it for the beautiful sites. Engjell was very accommodating he made stops so we could get coffee, use the bathroom and stretch our legs when we needed. He took us to a nice restaurant in Budva with a variety of food for lunch, delicious. I will definitely be booking trips with them again when I return!
