Bar:Sv. Stefan& Kotor Cable Car and AlpineCoaster & Old City

Montenegro Bar Port Tour with Sveti Stefan, Kotor Cable Car, and Old Town Exploration

This full-day tour from Bar Port combines panoramic viewpoints, a cable car ride to 1,348 meters, and free time in Kotor’s UNESCO Old Town. It suits cruise passengers and day visitors looking for a comprehensive Montenegro experience.

Highlights

• Sveti Stefan Stop: Photo opportunity at Montenegro’s iconic coastal viewpoint
• Kotor Cable Car: 11-minute ride to 1,348 meters offering 360-degree views of Boka Bay
• Summit Free Time: One hour to enjoy the mountain peak’s panorama and Alpine Coaster
• Kotor Old Town: Free time to explore the medieval streets with local guidance
• Bar Port Timing: Guaranteed return coordinated with cruise ship schedules

Description

This tour offers an enhanced experience beyond simple transfers from Bar Port. It begins with a 15-minute stop at the Sveti Stefan viewpoint for professional-grade photography of the famous island-hotel dating back to the 15th century.

You then travel to the recently opened Kotor-Lovćen Cable Car. In 11 minutes, the cable car ascends to 1,348 meters where you have one hour to explore panoramic terraces and the Alpine Coaster.

After descending, enjoy a personalized visit to Kotor’s UNESCO Old Town. The tour provides local tips to avoid crowds within the town walls, improving your visit quality.

This route uniquely combines the Budva Riviera (Sveti Stefan) and Boka Bay (Kotor) from Bar in an efficient loop. It features the new 2023 cable car, not widely available on other platforms for Bar departures.

Vehicle and Service Information

• 1 to 3 Passengers: Private car with an English-speaking driver
• 4 to 8 Passengers: Comfortable minivan with an English-speaking driver
• 9 to 19 Passengers: Modern minibus with English-speaking driver and licensed tour guide
• 20 to 100 Passengers: Full-size coach with English-speaking driver and licensed tour guide

Drivers provide local insights for car and minivan groups. For larger groups, a licensed guide manages the experience. The tour guide meets you at pickup holding a sign reading 'KOTOR CABLE CAR.'

Cable Car Ticket Information

Cable Car tickets are not included in the booking price. This flexible approach allows you to decide onsite whether to ride, depending on weather conditions. Round-trip tickets cost approximately €23 and can be purchased quickly at the station with assistance from the guide.

Note that cable car and Alpine Coaster operations depend on weather and wind. If closed, the tour includes a one-hour alternative visit to Budva Old Town for shopping and sightseeing before continuing the journey.

Logistics

Return timing is precisely coordinated with Bar Port’s cruise schedule, which differs from Kotor’s docking hours.

Includes

• Shared transport in comfortable vehicles with an English-speaking driver
• Pickup and drop-off at Bar cruise ship terminal
• All parking fees, road tolls, and fuel costs
• Full passenger insurance coverage during the tour
• Transportation by car, minivan, or bus according to group size

Excludes

• Food and drinks
• Entrance fees for museums, churches, and the cable car ticket
• Personal expenses such as souvenirs or shopping

Cancellation Policy

Cancel up to 24 hours before the tour for a full refund.

For the best experience, bring comfortable footwear for the summit and Old Town walks. Morning departures offer optimal weather conditions and less crowding.