MONTENEGRO · PRIVATE & TAILOR-MADE
Private Montenegro Tours with Expert Local Guides
Fully private, chauffeur-driven journeys through the Bay of Kotor, the old town of Budva and Montenegro’s mountains and national parks, on their own or as part of a longer Balkan route.
FEATURED ROUTE
The Bay of Kotor and Budva, privately guided
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HAND-PICKED ROUTES
Itineraries That Include Montenegro
Montenegro is part of five of our private itineraries, each pairing it with Croatia and other Balkan countries. Pricing is per person and depends on season, group size and hotel category. Every itinerary is a starting point, not a fixed package.
Croatia & Montenegro (10 Days)
Split · Hvar · Korčula · Dubrovnik · Budva
From 2,750 USD per person
Explore Balkans (9 Days)
Dubrovnik · Kotor Bay · Budva · Berat · Ohrid · Tirana
From 1,400 USD per person
Highlights of Balkans (10 Days)
Ljubljana · Zagreb · Sarajevo · Mostar · Dubrovnik · Budva · Tirana
From 1,750 USD per person
Best Eastern Europe (13 Days)
Ljubljana · Plitvice · Hvar · Dubrovnik · Kotor · Budva · Berat · Ohrid · Tirana
From 2,290 USD per person
5 in 1: Croatia, Slovenia, Bosnia, Montenegro & Venice (14 Days)
Zagreb · Ljubljana · Venice · Split · Mostar · Dubrovnik · Kotor
From 2,890 USD per person
AT A GLANCE
Tour Highlights
What Montenegro is famous for, and what a private route can include.
The Bay of Kotor
Kotor Old Town and the fortress climb
Perast and Our Lady of the Rocks
Budva’s old town and beaches
Sveti Stefan, the fortified island village
Durmitor National Park and the Tara Canyon
WHY VISIT
Why Visit Montenegro?
Montenegro is small, but it packs a lot into a short drive: a fjord-like bay with a UNESCO-listed medieval town, a coast of Venetian walls and sandy beaches, and mountains and national parks inland.
On our itineraries, Montenegro is most often reached from Dubrovnik, so it fits naturally into a Croatia trip. Your driver and guide handle the border crossing, and a private route lets you spend the time on the places themselves.
Itineraries including Montenegro
5
Shortest
9 Days, from 1,400 USD
Longest
14 Days, from 2,890 USD
UNESCO sites featured
Kotor and Durmitor
WHERE TO GO
Explore Montenegro’s Destinations
Bay of Kotor
Often called the southernmost fjord in Europe, though technically a submerged river canyon, with towering mountains dropping into deep blue water.
Kotor Old Town
A UNESCO World Heritage medieval walled town of cobblestone streets, ancient churches and Venetian palaces, with panoramic views from the San Giovanni Fortress.
Perast
A small town in the bay with elegant Baroque palaces and two islets: Our Lady of the Rocks, a man-made island with a church, and Saint George Island.
Budva Riviera
Sandy beaches, lively nightlife and the well-preserved Old Town with Venetian walls, a miniature Dubrovnik.
Sveti Stefan
A photogenic fortified island village joined to the mainland by a narrow causeway, now an exclusive luxury resort.
Lovćen National Park
Home to Mount Lovćen and the Njegoš Mausoleum at its summit, with views over much of Montenegro.
Durmitor and the Tara Canyon
A UNESCO site of rugged peaks and 18 glacial lakes, with Europe’s deepest canyon, the Tara River Canyon, inside the park.
Lake Skadar
The largest lake in the Balkans, shared with Albania, a wetland for pelicans and other birds with boat trips and lakeside villages.
NOT SURE WHERE TO START
Find Your Ideal Tour
All five itineraries, grouped by how much time you have.
9 TO 10 DAYS
Croatia, Montenegro and Beyond
Shorter routes that pair Montenegro with Dubrovnik, Croatia’s islands or the wider Balkans.
Explore Balkans · 9 days · from 1,400 USD
Highlights of Balkans · 10 days · from 1,750 USD
Croatia & Montenegro · 10 days · from 2,750 USD
13 TO 14 DAYS
Longer Balkan Routes
Multi-country trips where Montenegro is one stop among several.
Best Eastern Europe · 13 days · from 2,290 USD
5 in 1: Croatia, Slovenia, Bosnia, Montenegro & Venice · 14 days · from 2,890 USD
ROUTE DETAIL
Featured Route: A Day in Montenegro
Day 9 of our 13-day Best Eastern Europe itinerary: from Dubrovnik across the border, along Boka Bay to Kotor, then on to Budva.
1 DAY · DUBROVNIK TO BUDVA
The Bay of Kotor and Budva
Cavtat · Herceg Novi · Perast · Kotor · Sveti Stefan · Budva
Stop 1
Cavtat and the border
Your driver leaves Dubrovnik, with a possible stop in Cavtat before crossing into Montenegro.
Stop 2
Herceg Novi and Perast
Delightful coastal villages to stroll before you reach Kotor.
Stop 3
Boka Bay
See Our Lady of the Rocks, the symbol of the region, an artificial island topped by a Catholic church.
Stop 4
Kotor
Lunch, then a private guide explains the history of the old city, with free time to climb the castle for views over the bay.
Stop 5
Sveti Stefan and Budva
A stop to see Sveti Stefan, now a fashionable summer resort, then on to Budva for the night.
From 2,290 USD per person
For the full 13-day Best Eastern Europe itinerary. The price varies with group size, season and hotel category.
WHAT’S INCLUDED
What Your Montenegro Tour Price Covers
Every itinerary shows a real starting price, not a “contact us” wall. Here is what the price includes, based on our Balkan itineraries, and what it does not. Each itinerary varies slightly, so check its page.
What's Included
Hotel accommodation at selected hotels
Professionally licensed private guides on local tours
Private air-conditioned vehicle and driver
English-speaking guided tours as set out in the itinerary
Entrance tickets for museums and sightseeing places
Ferry, highway and toll fees, with wifi in the vehicle
Airport transfers, taxes and baggage handling
What's Not Included
International flights to and from the Balkans
Tips for your guide and driver
Travel insurance and medical services
Final pricing depends on season, group size and hotel category.
WHY CHOOSE US
Why Choose All Private Tours for Montenegro
Private, not shared
Your own vehicle and driver for the whole trip, with no joining a bus tour or a shared minivan.
Montenegro plus its neighbors
Montenegro combined with Croatia, Bosnia, Albania or Slovenia through one operator and one point of contact.
Real, upfront pricing
Five itineraries that include Montenegro, with starting prices shown above, so you can budget before you contact us.
Licensed local guides
Professional guides who know each stop, arranged by one operator rather than a patchwork of subcontractors.
WHO YOU'RE ACTUALLY WORKING WITH
Meet Jordan, Owner & Lead Trip Planner
Jordan has spent 20+ years arranging private tours across Turkey and the wider region, and personally plans each itinerary, including Balkan routes that cross into Montenegro from Dubrovnik. The same person who answers your first email is the one shaping your trip, so you are never explaining your plans to someone reading from a script.
WHERE YOU’LL STAY
Hand-Selected Hotels
A few of the hotels we use in Montenegro. Your exact hotels depend on your route, dates and the category you choose.
Casa del Mare
Kamenari · Bay of Kotor
A boutique hotel in Kamenari with sea-view rooms and a private beach area, part of a family-run Montenegrin hotel group inspired by the Bay of Kotor.
Forza Mare
Dobrota · Boka Bay
A family-owned five-star boutique hotel on the waterfront of Boka Bay, in the small village of Dobrota.
Hotel Cattaro
Kotor · Old Town entrance
A historic boutique hotel in a historic square at the entrance to Kotor’s Old Town.
BEYOND THE SITES
Experiences
Moments on a Montenegro route that your guide can build into your days.
Our Lady of the Rocks by boat
On our Explore Balkans route, a private boat takes you to the monastery island that symbolizes Kotor.
Kotor with a private guide
A guide explains the history of the old city before you have free time to explore on your own.
The fortress climb
Climb up to the San Giovanni Fortress above Kotor for panoramic views of the bay.
Boat trips on Lake Skadar
The largest lake in the Balkans offers boat trips and lakeside villages, with plenty of birdlife.
GETTING STARTED
How It Works
01
Tell us what you want to see
Share your dates, interests and pace, or start from one of the itineraries above.
02
We build your private itinerary
A specialist adjusts the route, hotels and pacing around your answers.
03
Review and confirm
See the full day-by-day plan and pricing before anything is booked.
04
Travel with your own guide
Your private guide and driver meet you at the airport and stay with you for the trip.
PLAN YOUR TRIP
Montenegro Travel Guide
MAY – JUNE, SEPT – OCT
Shoulder Season
Warm weather and noticeably thinner crowds than July and August in Kotor and Budva.
JULY – AUGUST
Peak Season
Hot and busy on the coast, the main beach season. Book hotels and guides well ahead.
NOV – MARCH
Off-Season
Quiet on the coast, with some seasonal closures, while the inland mountains see snow.
CURRENCY
Euro (EUR)
LANGUAGE
Montenegrin. English is common in tourist areas.
How do I get to Montenegro from Dubrovnik?
By road. Your driver crosses the border near Cavtat, then follows the coast through Herceg Novi and Perast to Kotor. On a private tour the driver and guide handle the crossing.
Can I visit Montenegro as a day trip from Dubrovnik?
Yes. Our Croatia & Montenegro itinerary includes a day from Dubrovnik to Budva, returning to Dubrovnik the same evening. Many travelers prefer to stay a night in Kotor or Budva, as on our Best Eastern Europe route.
How many days do I need in Montenegro?
On our current itineraries Montenegro takes from a single day to a night or two, combined with Croatia and other Balkan countries. A custom trip can spend longer on the Bay of Kotor, Lovćen and Durmitor.
What is the best time to visit Montenegro?
Late May through June and September to October give warm weather with fewer crowds than July and August. See the Montenegro Travel Guide section above for a seasonal breakdown.
Do I need a visa for Montenegro?
Entry rules depend on your passport, and Montenegro is not part of the Schengen Area. Check current requirements for your nationality before you travel.
What currency is used in Montenegro?
The euro, so you do not need to exchange currency if you are coming from a eurozone country such as Croatia.
Are your Montenegro tours private?
Yes. Every tour is arranged privately for your group, with your own vehicle, driver and guide. Nothing is shared with other travelers.
How much does a private tour that includes Montenegro cost?
Our five itineraries that include Montenegro start at 1,400 USD per person for the 9-day Explore Balkans and go up to 2,890 USD per person for the 14-day 5 in 1. Final pricing depends on season, group size and hotel category.
Which hotels do you use in Montenegro?
Our Montenegro hotels page shows properties around the Bay of Kotor, including Casa del Mare, Forza Mare, Forza Terra and Hotel Cattaro.
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