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.
Although some houses and shops have set up in the old city, it remains largely in ruins after being hit by an earthquake in 1979. Despite this, it’s a fascinating place to stroll around the old fortress walls and grand buildings.
Popular sights include the remains of a 13th Century monastery, a Turkish bathhouse, the foundations of St George’s Cathedral and the impressive 17th Century aqueduct.
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Stari Bar 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 |

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 |

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 |
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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 |
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