You can’t visit Montenegro without getting acquainted with the history and traditions of this region. On this trip you will learn about the history of the state, visit its ancient capital, and visit a traditional village where local “prosciutto” and “homemade cheese” are made. You will also see an unforgettable panorama of the Bay of Kotor from a bird's eye view and the pearl of architecture in Montenegro - the medieval city of Kotor. You can't miss it!

The tour will start in the morning around 9.00. Don't forget to take warm clothes: the air temperature on the coast and in the mountains can differ significantly. Comfortable shoes and some clothes to cover your shoulders and legs, since you will be visiting a monastery.

This route passes along high-altitude (but safe) roads, from where stunning panoramas of the Budva Riviera and the Bay of Kotor open.

The first stop will be a sightseeing at an altitude of 850 meters above sea level on Mount Braichi, where a magnificent view of the Budva Riviera, the sea and the island of St. Nicholas!

Then the path will continue to the ancient capital of Montenegro - Cetinje.

During a walking tour of the city of Cetinje, the old capital of Montenegro, you will get acquainted with the history of the city, which dates back to the 15th century. You will be pleasantly surprised by a huge number of attractions: the Palace of Prince Nikola, the Blue Palace, the State Museum, the Vlas Church of the 15th century with a fence made of the barrels of two thousand guns and many more interesting things. Visiting museums (optional).

After the walk we will visit the Cetinje Monastery. It is rich in history and preserves the Hand of St. John the Baptist - three fingers who baptized Jesus Christ, a piece of the life-giving cross of the Lord on which Jesus Christ was crucified and the relics of Peter of Cetinje - the founder of the monastery. If you have crosses on your body and everything you buy in the monastery shop, be sure to consecrate it on the holy relics by venerating them. As in Ostrog, you can also light candles here and write notes for your health and peace. The Cetinje Monastery is the center of the Montenegrin metropolis for the entire Serbian-Montenegrin Orthodoxy.

After a long stop in Cetinje, we will travel 22 km through incredibly beautiful places called the “Stone Sea of Montenegro” and rise even higher towards Mount Lovcen, where and is the famous mausoleum of Peter II Petrovic Njegos, the ruler of Montenegro, famous throughout Europe, which proudly stands on the second highest mountain peak 1650 m. Petar Njegos was a great commander, clergyman and ruler of Montenegro, who fought for justice and served his people to the end. We will be able to climb to a height of almost 1500 m above sea level, and then 461 steps await us to climb to the mausoleum on foot. In the mausoleum itself you will see figures of two Montenegrin women made of black granite, as well as a figure of 28 tons of Jablunica marble and a marble sarcophagus of Petar II Petrovich Njegos, and the ceiling in this mausoleum is made of 18 kg of pure gold, donated by Italy for Montenegro. Mount Lovcen offers views of 70% of the territory of Montenegro.

At the foot of the mountain is the ancient mountain village of Njegusi - the birthplace of the Petrovic dynasty. This village is famous for its delicacies, such as pršut - smoked pork ham, Njeguš cheese and delicious mead and rakia, and if you like it, you can take a couple of legs with you.. During the excursion, stop in the village for tasting, purchasing local specialties and souvenirs. And also a separate time for lunch.

After lunch, we continue our journey towards the sea along a unique serpentine road with 25 turns, called the “Cattaro staircase” due to the steepness of the climb, built by the Austrians, which leads to the Bay of Kotor and the city of Kotor. The elevation difference is 1000 m. The road offers a magnificent view of Bokokotor Bay.

Let's go down to sea level and a walking tour of the city awaits you. Kotor is a real treasury of medieval history and culture. Walking through the intricate labyrinth of narrow streets, through the most hidden alleys, you will see places that are not shown on regular tours. See the chambers of aristocratic families, hear the story of St. Tryphon - the patron saint of the city and see the Cathedral of St. Tryphon (1166) - the oldest operating temple in the Eastern Adriatic, as well as the unique 12th century church of St. Luke - one of the apostles of Jesus Christ, which has survived to this day!

You will also have some free time for an independent walk around the city, sit in local restaurants to drink soft drinks and simply buy various souvenirs for yourself and your family!

Numerous photo stops and a lunch break are planned throughout the route. Lunch is provided in a national restaurant with famous local food: Lamb from Pod Sachem, grilled trout, dried meat, prosciutto, cheese, chorby (local soups), kajmak, Shopska salad, young red wine and much more to your taste and choice!

We return back around 18.00 in the evening. This excursion is not tiring and is ideal for families with children, lovers of history, sea and mountain landscapes.

All excursions are carried out only with a Russian-speaking, experienced, licensed guide!

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Route on the map Budva - Cetinje - Lovcen - Njegusi - Kotor

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