Overview
Discover Montenegro’s enchanting coastline on this 7-day cruise. From the historic charm of Kotor and Budva to the crystal-clear waters of Sveti Stefan, enjoy guided tours, refreshing swims, and scenic views. Each evening, unwind with gourmet meals onboard, ending your trip with a festive captain’s dinner.
Itinerary
Boarding begins at 18:00 hours in Tivat. Welcome aboard! After you’re comfortably settled in your cabin, come join us for a friendly drink. Then savor a sumptuous chef-prepared welcome dinner onboard, and stay overnight at the dock.
Meals: Dinner
We begin with a memorable visit to the Maritime Heritage Museum, one of Tivat’s top historical attractions. Then we cast off and begin your cruise in magnificent Boka Bay. After a stop for lunch and swimming in Ljuta Bay, we arrive early at the secluded coastal town of Kotor, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Surrounded by medieval fortifications, the Old Town offers an abundance of cafes, historic churches and museums, alongside Venetian pillories and palaces. Enjoy dinner onboard admiring the walls of Kotor illuminated at night.
After a hearty breakfast, take in a guided tour of the Old Town of Kotor before we sail south out of the bay. Next up: a refreshing swim in Dobra Luka Bay, followed by a delicious lunch onboard. We stop at the popular sunbathing spot of Jaz Beach, one of the longest beaches in Montenegro. Our next destination is Budva, one of the oldest settlements on the Adriatic coast, founded more than 2,500 years ago, and home to the most breathtaking churches in this part of Europe. It is known as much for its medieval walled city as for its sparkling sandy beaches and vibrant nightlife. Have a lovely dinner out, and then spend the night at anchor in Budva.
After a chef-prepared breakfast, we continue your journey along the breathtaking Adriatic coast. We stop for lunch in front of the fortified island village of Sveti Stefan (Saint Stephen), formerly a posh playground for 1960s film stars and royalty including Marilyn Monroe, Sophia Loren, Doris Day, and Princess Margaret. There’s plenty of time for a leisurely swim in the emerald waters of Traste Bay before we arrive in the quaint fishing village of Bigova, where you can have a cozy dinner on your own. We will spend the night either at the dock or at anchor.
Start your day with delicious breakfast onboard before we sail out into the open water again. Lunch is served in the quiet cove of Mirista Bay before we go swimming in Njivice. Shortly, we arrive at the coastal town of Herceg Novi, nestled at the foot of Mount Orjen. Stroll through floral- scented streets lined with classic architecture, centuries-old churches and fortresses, and countless tropical flowers that bloom under the near-constant sunshine, before returning to the boat for dinner onboard.
After breakfast onboard we sail through Boka Bay and stop for a delightful lunch onboard in Risan Bay. Risan, with its soaring limestone cliffs and famous mosaics, dates back to the 3rd century B.C., when it was a fortified Roman town. Then we visit Perast, sometimes called the Venice of the Adriatic, where you can take in the stunning view from the top of the centuries-old St. Nikola church at the heart of the storied town. Discover the grace and charm of a bygone era at the Perast museum, in Bujovic Palace. Have a lovely dinner out, and then spend the night at dock in Perast.
Hotel: Iberostar Slavija
On our final day of the cruise, we sail through Boka Bay and stop for a delightful lunch onboard in Morinj Bay. We sail past the forested island of St Marco and drop anchor near Tivat for a celebratory three-course captain’s dinner onboard.
After a send-off breakfast on board, check-out at 09:00.
Includes
- 7-night cruise aboard a first-class traditional gulet yacht (M/S Sadri Usta 1 or M/S Kaptan Sevket)
- Double/Twin cabin with private facilities, linen and beach towels
- Full service from a five-star crew (captain, chef, deckhand and steward)
- Chef-prepared meals: 7 breakfasts, 6 three-course lunches, and 2 three-course dinners
- Complimentary water and fruit all day
- Complimentary Wi-Fi (download limits apply)
- Up to 6 hours of daily air conditioning
- Recreational equipment: snorkeling sets, kayaks, fishing rods, paddle boards, TV, DVD, musicsystem, card games
- Guided tours of Old Town Kotor and Old Town Budva
Yes, meals are provided as specified in the itinerary. On some evenings, you’ll enjoy chef-prepared dinners onboard, while on others, you’ll have the opportunity to dine out and explore local cuisine.
Yes, you will have free time to explore after guided tours in Kotor, Budva, and other locations. You can stroll through the towns, visit museums, churches, or simply enjoy the local cafes and shops.
Yes, there are several opportunities to swim, including in Ljuta Bay, Dobra Luka Bay, and Traste Bay. These stops allow you to enjoy the crystal-clear waters of the Adriatic Sea.
Comfortable clothes for warm weather, swimwear, sun protection (hat, sunscreen), and casual evening attire for dining onboard or at local restaurants. Also, bring comfortable walking shoes for sightseeing.
Yes, on some nights (such as in Budva and Bigova), you will have the opportunity to explore and dine at local restaurants at your own expense.