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Walking In Montenegro

The ideal walking holiday in Montenegro. Eight guided days taking in Kotor, Skadar Lake, Durmitor and Biogradska Gora, with comfortable four-star stays in coastal Budva and mountain Kolašin.

Walking In Montenegro

Montenegro

Walking In Montenegro

About this holiday

Discover Montenegro...

Montenegro packs extraordinary variety into one compact country  and this eight-day guided walking holiday takes full advantage of it. Your journey begins in the lively coastal town of Budva, where five nights in a four-star hotel provide the perfect base for day excursions to Skadar Lake, Kotor, Perast and the historic capital of Cetinje. From there you travel north to the mountain resort of Kolašin, your base for exploring the UNESCO-listed wilderness of Durmitor and the ancient forests of Biogradska Gora. Along the way you'll take in glacial lakes, Europe's deepest canyon, primeval forest, a scenic mountain railway, and the sparkling Adriatic  all at a comfortable, unhurried pace.

Walking distances are gentle to moderate - typically 3.5 km circular trails - making this an ideal holiday for those who want to explore on foot without overly strenuous days. English-speaking local guides accompany you throughout, and six dinners are included to round off each day in style.

What’s included

Holiday Highlights

  • 7 nights in 4-star hotels
  • 7 breakfast
  • 6 included dinners
  • Wine tasting & lunch
  • English-speaking local guide throughout
  • All transfers & bus transport for the tour
  • Train Kolasin to Podgorica
  • All national park entrance fees
  • Boat cruises (Skadar Lake & Perast & Budva Bay)
  • Kotor cable car & museum entries
  • Welcome drink on arrival
  • City Tax included throughout

Day by day

Itinerary

Your holiday begins with a short transfer of around 30 minutes from Tivat Airport to your four-star hotel in Budva, one of Montenegro's most celebrated coastal towns. After settling in, you'll meet your guidefor a welcome drink and receive a first briefing on the week ahead. Budva's old town  -  a compact medieval walled city rising from the Adriatic shore  - is just a short stroll away, and makes for a perfect gentle introduction to the country before the adventures begin.
After breakfast, you head south to the shores of Skadar Lake — the largest lake in the Balkans and a haven for birdlife. Your walk begins at the old stone bridge in Rijeka Crnojevića and follows the river upstream to the Obodska Cave, a beautiful natural cavern that forms the source of the river feeding the lake. The path is gentle and scenic, winding through traditional Montenegrin countryside with views across the water. Returning to Rijeka Crnojevića, you'll enjoy a wine tasting and lunch at a charming family-run winery — a wonderful chance to sample local varieties in a convivial setting. The afternoon brings a two-hour traditional wooden boat cruise through Skadar Lake's famous lily-lined channels to the village of Virpazar, where there is a little time for sightseeing before returning to Budva for dinner and overnight.
Today is a day rich in history, culture and dramatic scenery. You begin with an exhilarating 11-minute ride on the Kotor–Lovćen gondola cable car, soaring above the rooftops of the Bay of Kotor to panoramic views that stretch across the entire gulf. Descending into the old town, your guide leads you through the medieval streets of Kotor, a UNESCO World Heritage Site whose extraordinary fortifications, Venetian palaces and Romanesque churches date from the 12th to 14th centuries. In the afternoon, a short boat trip takes you across the Bay to Perast and the remarkable islet of Our Lady of the Rock — a manmade island built up by local seamen since 1452, with a beautiful baroque church at its centre. A visit to the island's museum reveals centuries of maritime history and ex-votos left by sailors. A three-course dinner at a local restaurant brings a memorable day to a close.
This morning you check out of your Budva hotel and travel north into Montenegro's mountainous interior, a journey of around two and a half to three hours that reveals a very different side of the country. Your destination is Biogradska Gora National Park, home to one of the last primeval forests in Europe — a cathedral-like landscape of ancient trees, mosses and birdsong that feels genuinely untouched by time. Your circular walk takes you around the shores of Biogradsko Lake, a pristine glacial lake reflecting the peaks above it, through old-growth forest that includes beech, spruce and fir trees estimated to be over 500 years old. It is a peaceful and magical experience. Afterwards, you continue to Kolašin, a welcoming alpine resort town, for two nights at the Hotel Bianca Resort & Spa 4* or Swissotel Kolašin 4*.
Today you venture further into northern Montenegro to explore Durmitor National Park — a vast UNESCO-listed wilderness of 79,000 acres encompassing 48 glacial lakes, ancient forests and some of the most dramatic mountain scenery in Europe. But first, a stop at the famous Đurđevića Tara Bridge, a remarkable feat of engineering spanning the Tara River Canyon at a height of 172 metres — Europe's deepest canyon, plunging 1,600 metres in total. Entering Durmitor, your walk circles the iconic Black Lake, the largest of the park's glacial lakes, where the reflections of the surrounding peaks on the dark water create an almost otherworldly scene. The path is well-marked and manageable, with plenty of opportunities to pause and take in the dramatic landscape. The day ends with a three-course dinner at a local mountain restaurant.
This morning you board the train from Kolašin to Podgorica for one of Montenegro's great journeys — a spectacular ride through deep canyons, across soaring viaducts and through mountain tunnels that showcases the extraordinary engineering required to connect the country's coast and interior. It is a journey that railway enthusiasts and casual travellers alike will treasure. From Podgorica you travel by bus to Cetinje, Montenegro's historic former royal capital, a compact and atmospheric town of 19th-century mansions, embassies and museums that tell the story of a fiercely independent nation. The afternoon takes you up into Lovćen National Park to the Njegoš Mausoleum, the resting place of Prince-Bishop Petar II Petrović-Njegoš — reached by climbing 461 steps to a magnificent mountaintop site with panoramic views across Montenegro. You return to Budva for dinner and your final two nights
Your final full day begins with a relaxed three-to-four-hour shared boat tour around the beautiful waters of Budva Bay. The highlight is sailing past the iconic island of Sveti Stefan — a 15th-century fishing village transformed into a luxury resort, its terracotta roofs and walls rising straight from the sea in one of Montenegro's most photographed images. There is time to swim and soak up the Adriatic sunshine as the boat explores the coastline. The afternoon is free for you to explore Budva's charming old town at your own pace — perhaps browsing the boutiques and galleries within the medieval walls, or simply finding a terrace café with a view of the sea. The week concludes with a farewell dinner at a traditional Konoba restaurant, celebrating a wonderful week in the company of your fellow travellers and guide.
After a final breakfast at the hotel, the morning is free until check-out. A transfer then takes you to Tivat Airport for your return flight home, with memories of glacial lakes, ancient forests, medieval cities and the sparkling Adriatic to last a lifetime.

Where you stay

Accommodation

Hotel Bianca Resort & Spa

Set among tall pine trees, just a short walk from the centre of Kolašin, Bianca Resort & Spa is a mountain retreat with roots dating back to 1948. The architecture draws on the traditional Montenegrin mountain house, with warm chalet-style interiors, natural materials, and paintings by local artists throughout the public spaces.

After a day on the trails, the spa earns its keep. The indoor pool has floor-to-ceiling windows looking out over pine forest, and the jacuzzi with hydro massage jets is exactly what tired legs need. The thermal zone includes separate saunas for men and women and a steam room that helps relieve muscle tension and improve circulation. There are also four treatment rooms offering massages, body rituals, and facials. Views of Bjelasica Mountain surround the resort.

Hotel features

  • Bar
  • Indoor Heated Pool with Jacuzzi
  • Outdoor Swimming Pool
  • Spa & Wellness Centre
  • Free Wifi
  • Safe
  • Garden
  • Cocktail Bar

Hotel Bracera

Hotel Bracera is a smart, modern four star hotel sitting right in the heart of Budva, one of Montenegro's most popular coastal towns. It is well placed for getting out and about on foot, with the old town just a short walk away and the seafront close by too.

The hotel is comfortable and well equipped. All 40 rooms have a balcony, most with sea views, along with air conditioning, a flat screen TV, a minibar and free Wi-Fi. The bathrooms are well stocked with toiletries, bathrobes and slippers, which always makes a stay feel that little bit more looked after.

When it comes to eating and drinking, there is a restaurant on site called Bracera, which serves Mediterranean food, and a bar where you can relax with a drink at the end of the day. Breakfast is served each morning and is well regarded by guests. Room service is also available if you would rather eat in.

For those who enjoy a bit of pampering, the hotel has a spa, a sauna and a hammam, as well as an indoor swimming pool that is available year round. There is also a gym if you want to keep active during your stay.

Practical touches worth noting include a lift, a 24 hour front desk and a laundry service. The staff have a good reputation for being friendly and helpful, which always makes a difference.

Hotel features

  • Indoor Swimming Pool
  • Spa Centre
  • Bar
  • WiFi
  • Safe

Gallery

A look at the trip

Availability

Dates & Prices

Depart Return Price Offer Solo Booking
Depart03 May 2027 Return10 May 2027 PriceFrom £1899
Depart07 Jun 2027 Return14 Jun 2027 PriceFrom £1899 Sold out
Depart06 Sep 2027 Return13 Sep 2027 PriceFrom £1999

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