Cetinje - Bukovica - Njegusi - Kotor Biking Tour
About this tour
Cetinje – Bukovica – Njeguši – Kotor
Cetinje – a small city museum with beautiful monuments, promenades and nature under the huge mountain Lovćen. Cetinje is the former capital of Montenegro. It was founded in the 15th century and became the center of Montenegrin life and its culture. This small city, enriched with the greenery and architecture of the 18th and 19th centuries will surely draw your attention at first glance, through a rare combination of nature and culture, museums, art faculties, parks, promenades.
Don’t miss an opportunity to taste traditional products in the most famous Montenegrin village Njeguši, from where comes Petrović dynasty, which ruled for 300 years in Montenegro.
Pass along Lovćen serpentines – the way they arrived many influences of various civilizations in Montenegro, such as: good wines from the French, silk fabrics of the Far East, the first ski from Norway…
See Kotor – surrounded by impressive city walls, very well preserved and included in the UNESCO list of the World Cultural and Natural Heritage. Kotor was nominated for the title of the best European destination in 2019, following the results achieved in 2018 at a competition conducted by European Best Destinations – EBD.
Day-by-day itinerary
Day 1: Podgorica, Montenegro to Kotor, Montenegro
The starting point of the biking tour is Cetinje – Old Royal Capital of Montenegro, from where we ascend through the local village of Bajice, through Dubovik to Bukovica, where you will have the opportunity to taste the traditional Montenegrin specialties (prosciutto, cheese…) and get acquainted with the production of these specialties. Estimated break – 30 min. We continue our descent through Njeguši village – the most famous Montenegrin village. Biking through the village, we will pass by the house where Peter II Petrović Njegoš was born. Then, a short ascent, and after it a slight descent towards the coastal region. A fascinating view of the coast with a break for 10 minutes. After a photo break, we embark on a new adventure, the famous serpentines ride. At the end of the 19th century, more precisely in 1884, after five years of work, a road was built on the slopes of Lovćen, which connected Kotor and the village of Njeguši. Today, it is known as the famous Lovćen Serpentines. Arrival at Kotor. Transfer to the city of your accommodation. The end of the tour.
What's included
Bicycles, helmets and gloves Driving by car, minivan, van or minibus from the place of accommodation/stay to the starting point of the biking tour Driving by car, minivan, van or minibus from the end point of the biking tour to the place of accommodation/stay Tourist guide for biking (English and Russian language) Food tasting in Bukovica Tourist taxes Travel Insurance
Food and drink not listed in program Other non-program costs Travel health insurance – optional Additional options (for extra fee): Two tourist guides for biking – depending on group size and need Vehicle support where terrain allows Lunch Travel health insurance
What to know
TRIP FACTS Type of tour: Private tour Group size: Unlimited Departures: from Podgorica, Cetinje, Budva, Kotor, Tivat, Bar, Ulcinj (from other cities price is on request) Track length: approx. 42 km Total elevation: approx. 596 m Max. altitude: approx. 1064 m Difficulty: Medium demanding tour Duration: 4-5h, depending on the readiness can be shorter + time for transfer depending on the city of your accommodation Availability: March - December each year (depending on the weather conditions) Ground: Asphalt - land – macadam Note: Price inclusive of taxes Info: Possibility of changing tour according to your wishes and budget Conditions: Good physical and mental health Need to bring: Water Food Equipment clothing: Waterproof clothes Additional protective equipment from the rain – depending on weather conditions Firmly shoes Recommendation: Take a sweet, energy drink, sun protection.
Route & locations
Podgorica, Montenegro to Kotor, Montenegro