Kotor: Walking tour, car trip to Perast, boat to the island

Kotor Municipality, Montenegro



Discover the beauty of the Bay of Kotor on a tour from Kotor to Perast. Visit the Our Lady of the Rock island. Buy yourself a delicious lunch in Perast. I'll come to your hotel to pick you up.

Bay of Kotor Guided Tour: Kotor, Perast, and Our Lady of the Rock Island

This guided tour explores the historical towns of Kotor and Perast, plus the island of Our Lady of the Rock, suitable for history and culture enthusiasts.

Highlights

  • Discover the history of Kotor, a 6th-century UNESCO World Heritage town
  • Walk the hidden Old Street of Perast, built in early Baroque style in the 17th century
  • Visit the artificial island of Our Lady of the Rock including its church and museum
  • Travel in a premium hybrid sedan with life insurance coverage for you and your pet
  • Experience the guidance of an expert local tour guide

Description

Explore the Bay of Kotor highlights on a fully guided tour. Begin in Kotor, a town dating back to the 6th century and protected by UNESCO. Your guide will provide a history overview outside the town, then lead you through the Marine Gates, the main entrance among the town’s three gates. Visit the nine squares of Kotor, concluding at the largest, the Square of Arms.

Next, travel to Perast, the sunniest town in the bay with two picturesque islands visible offshore. Originally a fishermen's village from the 13th century, Perast grew wealthy by the late 17th century due to maritime trade.

Visit Our Lady of the Rock, an artificial island with a church and museum. Learn the island’s true history and a local love legend. Inside the museum, see cultural artifacts including a famous 19th-century embroidery.

Return to the mainland for an optional lunch at a local restaurant, not included but available at reasonable prices. After lunch, return to Kotor to conclude the tour.

Includes

  • Live tour guide in Boka Bay
  • Transport by car
  • Walking tours in Kotor and Perast
  • Return boat tickets to Our Lady of the Rock island
  • Entrance tickets to the church of Our Lady of the Rock
  • UNIQA life insurance for participants
  • UNIQA insurance coverage for your pet

Excludes

  • Personal expenses
  • Tips

Important Information

  • Wear comfortable walking shoes; moderate walking is involved
  • Bring a hat and sunscreen for sunny weather
  • Flash photography is prohibited inside museums
  • Food and drinks are not included but can be purchased at lunch

Cancellation Policy

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.

For the best experience, book in advance and bring comfortable shoes and sun protection. The tour operates year-round, weather permitting.

Frequently Asked Questions

The tour includes a walking tour of Kotor’s Old Town, a car trip to Perast with a stroll on its early Baroque Old Street, and a boat trip to the island of Our Lady of the Rock.
An experienced local tour guide leads the tour, providing insights into Montenegro’s history and culture throughout the trip.
You travel by a premium hybrid sedan from Kotor to Perast, then by boat from Perast to the island of Our Lady of the Rock.
Yes, life insurance covering you and your pet is included during the car trip portion of the tour.
Yes, the tour allows pets and includes life insurance coverage for them during vehicle travel.
The artificial island of Our Lady of the Rock is located in Montenegro’s Bay of Kotor near the town of Perast.
Kotor is a 6th-century town in Montenegro and a UNESCO World Heritage site known for its well-preserved medieval architecture.
Check the website for current tour availability, operating hours, and any seasonal changes in Montenegro.
Comfortable shoes and weather-appropriate clothing are recommended for the walking tour through Kotor and Perast.
Yes, the tour focuses on the rich history and cultural heritage of Montenegro’s Bay of Kotor, ideal for those interested in these topics.

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