Montenegro
Ancient towns cut into majestic mountains



Tiny Montenegro has long been touted as the hot, new travel destination – and it’s easy to see why. The scenery is spectacular, with almost 300km of coastline, rugged, snow-capped mountains and pretty towns cut into the rock all waiting to be explored.
While it’s worth spending time on Montenegro’s excellent beaches, the real adventure comes inland. Head into the Durmitor and Prokletije mountain range and you’ll be able to hike, bike and kayak in forests and national parks that are still home to bears and wolves – it’s like stepping back into a fairytale.
This is also a place to explore some fascinating European history, as a dividing line between the east and west – and also the place that sealed the end of Yugoslavia, with a successful independence referendum in 2006. Look for frescoed monasteries, elegant mosques and imposing Catholic churches, as well as a number of hilltop fortresses.
Montenegro's best beaches
An essential guide to Montenegro's most beautiful beaches and coastline
Montenegro is named after the soaring limestone peaks of its mountainous interior. The Venetians called it Monte Negro (meaning "Black Mountain") in the 11th century, and the local inhabitants translated this literally, so they now proudly refer to their country as Crna Gora. But for modern-day visitors, it is the limpid turquoise waters of the Montenegrin coast, with its Mediterranean climate affording long balmy summers, which are the top draw...read more
Explore Montenegro
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Bay of Kotor
Montenegro is a country full of beautiful views, but the Bay of Kotor’s waterfront might just be the best... -
Lake Skadar National Park
Skadar is the Balkans largest lake, with two-thirds sitting in Montenegro and the rest in Albania... -
Lovćen National Park
Located in the Dinara Alps, Lovćen National Park incorporates a range of habitats with a variety of plant and animal species residing in the park... -
Cetinje
Sitting at the foot of the Lovcen mountains, Cetinje is the former royal capital of Montenegro... -
Stari Bar
High up on the edge of a bluff near Mount Rumija lies the ruins of Stari Bar – the original town of Bar, which is now a port city down by the water... -
Biogradska Gora National Park
Peaceful Biogradska Gora is best-known for its primeval forest, where you can spot ancient beech, maple, elm and juniper trees — some of which are more than 500 years old... -
Durmitor National Park
Home to more than 50 peaks, mountain rivers and underground streams, the dramatic Durmitor National Park is Montenegro’s adventure playground... -
Lake Piva
Lake Piva was created in 1975 after the Piva River was blocked by the construction of the hydroelectric Mratinje Dam, flooding Piva Canyon... -
Virpazar
Considered the main gateway to Lake Skadar National Park, the tiny village of Virpazar was once an important trading port... -
Tara Canyon
Found on the northern edge Durmitor National Park, the Tara Canyon cuts deep into the landscape, with its deepest point being only 200m less than the Grand Canyon... -
Prokletije National Park
Only established in 2009, Prokletije National Park is located in the south of the Dinaric Alps near Skadar Lake... -
Podgorica
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Budva Riviera
One of the most popular tourist cities in Montenegro with its beaches and old town as well being a good base for those heading out for hiking and biking trips... -
Perast
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Orahovac
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Njeguši
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Vusanje
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Ulcinj
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Ostros
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Niksic
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Zabljak
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Kolasin
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Lustica
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Places to go in Montenegro
Montenegro Tours

Mountain Biking in Montenegro
Explore the Bay of Kotor and Lake Skadar
8 daysFrom €760Bay of Kotor, Lake Skadar National Park, Lovćen National Park, Cetinje, Stari Bar, Virpazar, Budva Riviera | |
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Custom itinerary, Private guided tour, Self-guided tour |
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Adventure, Mountain Biking, Active, Walking, Cycling, Nature & Wildlife, National Parks |

Balkan Express
Explore Montenegro, Albania, Bosnia & Herzegovina and Croatia by bike
9 daysFrom €950Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Croatia, Montenegro | |
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Private guided tour, Self-guided tour |
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Active, Cycling, Nature & Wildlife, National Parks, Culinary, Food, Wine |

Cycling the Eurovelo 8
Travel through Croatia, Montenegro and Albania
8 daysFrom €790Albania, Croatia, Montenegro | |
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Custom itinerary, Private guided tour, Self-guided tour |
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Active, Cycling, Nature & Wildlife, National Parks, Culture, Culinary, Food |

Mountains and Coastlines
Explore Montenegro's coast and mountains by bike
8 daysFrom €820Bay of Kotor, Lake Skadar National Park, Lovćen National Park, Cetinje, Durmitor National Park, Lake Piva, Tara Canyon, Podgorica | |
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Custom itinerary, Private guided tour, Self-guided tour |
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Active, Walking, Cycling, Nature & Wildlife, National Parks, Culture, History, Culinary, Food, Wine |

Montenegro and Albania by Bike
Cycle through historical towns and explore Lake Skadar
8 daysFrom €740Albania, Montenegro | |
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Custom itinerary, Private guided tour, Self-guided tour |
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Active, Cycling, Nature & Wildlife, National Parks, Culture, History, Culinary, Food, Wine |

Cycling the Montenegrin Coast
Exploring Montenegro’s coast and Lake Skadar
8 daysFrom €690Bay of Kotor, Lake Skadar National Park, Lovćen National Park, Cetinje, Stari Bar, Virpazar | |
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Custom itinerary, Private guided tour, Self-guided tour |
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Active, Cycling, Nature & Wildlife, Photography, National Parks, Culinary, Wine |
Montenegro Travel Companies


3e Travel
Adventures in Montenegro & the Western Balkans
Balkans | |
Custom itinerary, Private guided tour, Self-guided tour | |
Family, Adventure, Backpacking, Hiking & Trekking, Active, Walking, Camping, Cycling, Nature & Wildlife, Photography, Birdwatching, National Parks, Culture, History, Culinary, Food, Wine, Solo Travel |


Kudu Travel
Cultural walking tours in the Balkans
Balkans | |
Small group tour | |
Beach, Family, Adventure, Backpacking, Hiking & Trekking, Active, Walking, Horseback Riding, Nature & Wildlife, Photography, Birdwatching, National Parks, Culture, Archaeology, Museums & Galleries, History, Culinary, Food, Wine, Solo Travel |


Meet Bosnia Tours
Guided tours of Sarajevo and Bosnia
Balkans | |
Custom itinerary, Small group tour, Private guided tour | |
Adventure, Backpacking, Hiking & Trekking, Mountain Biking, Winter Sports, Active, Walking, Overlanding, Cycling, Nature & Wildlife, Photography, National Parks, Culture, Cities, History, Solo Travel, Budget |
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