Perast And Our Lady Of The Rocks With Kotor City Tour
About this tour
Perast – Our Lady of The Rocks – Kotor
Perast is located in the heart of Boka Bay, at a distance of 12 km northwest of Kotor. In Perast, remains of the Neolithic culture (dating back to 3500) are found, before the new era, which speaks of its long unique history of long maritime, churches, palaces. Across the coast of Perast, near the coast, there are two beautiful islands that represent the special attraction of the city: Saint George which is natural, and the artificial island of Our Lady of the Rocks.
See Kotor – a city and municipality on the coast of the Boka Bay in Montenegro. Situated in one of the most beautiful bays, this town of merchants and sailors has a lot to show. Kotor Bay (Boka Kotorska) is one of the deepest and longest in the Adriatic Sea and is often called the southernmost fiord of Europe. The old Mediterranean archipelago, surrounded by impressive city walls, is very well preserved and included in the UNESCO list of the World Cultural and Natural Heritage.
Simply, Kotor is the city to which the visit is unavoidable!
Don’t hesitate to visit this unique part of Montenegro!
Day-by-day itinerary
Day 1: Podgorica, Montenegro to Kotor, Montenegro
Departure by appointment. Driving to Perast – approx. 2 hours (depending on the place of departure). Arrival at Perast. Easy walk throught this beautiful coastal city. Boat ride to the island of Our Lady of the Rocks. Visiting the 15 th century church and museum (1 hour). Taking ride around unique bay of the Mediterranean – Boka Bay, until we reach Kotor (30 minutes). Arrival at Kotor. Easy walk throught its Old Town, where you can see its famous monuments and squares – the Arms Market, Saint Tryphon Cathedral and square, Saint Luke’s church and square, Maritime museum and square, Cats square. Free time for enjoying food in one of the famous restaurants in town or shopping, and for those more actively we recommend climbing on the walls to the fortress of San Giovanni (total time in Kotor 2 hours, for climbing on the walls to the top from where there is a wonderful view of the Bay, you need from 45min to 1h). Return. The end of the tour.
What's included
Driving by car, minivan, van, minibus or tourist class bus Licensed tourist guide (English language) All road expenses and parking fees Travel insurance Boat ride to/from the island of Our Lady of the Rocks Tourist tax for Old Town Kotor Ticket for entrance to the museum on island Our Lady of the Rocks
Tickets for localities which are not listed in *Included in price (Saint Tryphon Cathedral in Kotor, The Maritime Museum in Kotor...) Food and drink during the tour Visits to restaurans and bars Other non-program costs Travel health insurance – optional Additional options For Extra Charge: Tour guide for a specific language Lunch at the restaurant in Kotor Visit to Saint Tryphon Cathedral Visit to Maritime Museum Travel health insurance
What to know
TRIP FACTS Type of tour: Private tour Duration: approx. 4 hours + time for transfer depending on the city of your accommodation Difficulty: Easy Departures: Podgorica, Cetinje, Budva, Kotor, Tivat, Bar (For departures from other cities price on request) Availability: All year round (Our Lady of the Rocks island might be closed in some winter days) Note: Price inclusive of taxes Info: Possibility of changing tour according to your wishes and budget Group size: Unlimited
Route & locations
Podgorica, Montenegro to Kotor, Montenegro