Semi-Private Day Tour of Montenegro: Budva & Kotor from Tirana
Description
Visit the splendours of Montenegrin Riviera: Sveti Stefan, Budva and Kotor in one day from Tirana, Albania
Tour Options
Itinerary
Our tour leader will come and pick you up at your hotel in Tirana.
Be prepared for a long but amazing day!
Our first destination for today is Budva in Montenegro, before getting there we will make a stop near Sveti Stefan, historically a fishing town on a small island near the coast. However, nowadays it is not possible to visit the island anymore as it has turned into an exclusive residential resort. Even while standing on the coast, Sveti Stefan is a sight for sore eyes – worth a picture.
We will drive towards Budva, a popular tourist destination, famous for its beaches, gorgeous nature and old characteristic buildings. The city is separated between an old and new part. On the one hand, in the New Budva, there are many modern buildings, offices, shopping malls, restaurants and bars.
Old Budva, there is the historical centre and many sights to visit, such as the St. Ivan church, the small church of St. Mary and the medieval splendours of the old town, which we will visit on this tour.
Our second destination for today is Kotor, UNESCO world heritage site. The city is a maze of narrow, cobblestone streets crisscrossing the old town. The intention was to confuse intruders who came to plunder the town, while nowadays it characterizes the city. Many of the old buildings and churches have small plaques on it with their dates of construction and original use.
We will visit the Saint Luke’s church which has a great significance for the locals because it represents unity to them.
We will visit the Saint Luke’s church which has a great significance for the locals because it represents unity to them. We will be back in Tirana in the late evening (depending on the traffic and border passing).
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
On request (at least 12 hours before tour departure) we can pick you up at 7:00am from your hotel in Tirana free of charge. Pick up form other cites is possible at an additonal cost
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Tips are not a must in Albania or the Balkans, however, our recommendation is to tip the tour leader/driver as an international practice to tip good service.
Reviews(84)
The trip was advertised as an 8 to 10 hour tour. First, the actual time was 15 hours. Second, it wasn't a "tour". We just had a "driver"..
Montenegro's coastline is stunning and the old towns in both stops are incredible. Our driver and guide, Klodian was perfect for this very long day over bumpy roads. He tended to our needs and wants on this trip. He was very informative but not overwhelming us with too much information. He is an excellent driver and we felt safe with him. We enjoyed his company. Understand that this is a very long, and bumpy road trip as they are working on roadways. But if you want a chance to visit another country without the drive, then this is the way to go.
Klondike is an excellent guide who did not overload us with information. All of our needs were met and he checked our comfort often. He catered the trip to our wishes and is an extremely safe driver! Montenegro's coastline is beautiful. The old cities in both stops are unbeatable. Be prepared for a long ride, road construction as they build a new road. But enjoy Klodi's company for the long day.
Such a fabulous day trip from Tirana. Budva and Kotor are stunning. Endri was an excellent driver and guide, and a genuinely lovely person to spend time with. It was really interesting to chat with Endri about life in Albania and his own experiences. Endri also went out of his way to accommodate my requests. Based on my experience, I’d thoroughly recommend Endri as well as Choose Balkans as a company - they responded quickly and arrived promptly. A lovely lady from Choose Balkans came with Endri to welcome me which was a nice extra detail; I’m not sure if that was just because I was a solo female traveller but it was a very kind gesture.
We recently took a private day trip from Albania to Montenegro , and it was an absolutely fantastic experience from start to finish. My boyfriend and I loved every moment of it. A huge part of what made the trip so special was our driver and tour guide, Endri. He was incredibly helpful, informative, and professional, while also being friendly and great fun to spend the day with. He shared so much interesting knowledge about both Albania and Montenegro, which really added depth to the experience. Nothing was ever too much trouble for him, he was very accommodating and made sure we were comfortable and enjoying ourselves at all times. We would highly recommend this tour company, and especially Endri as a guide. He truly made the day unforgettable!
We really enjoyed. Everything was perfect and would highly recommend
This tour is a wonderful way to explore Budva and Kotor, with breathtaking coastal views and rich historical sites. The company runs everything smoothly, taking care of all details and ensuring a comfortable, stress-free experience throughout the long but rewarding day.
This tour is a great way to explore Budva and Kotor in one day, with breathtaking coastal views and plenty of time to enjoy each stop. The small group size and smooth organization make it a relaxing and enjoyable experience
4.A beautiful and well-organized trip with stunning views in Budva and Kotor, offering a great mix of history and coastal scenery.the experience is smooth, enjoyable, and definitely worth it.
A fantastic day trip from Tirana, offering a perfect mix of history, scenery, and coastal charm in Budva and Kotor. The guide was friendly and informative, and everything ran smoothly from start to finish.
