Montenegro Tour by train – Private tour

Kotor Municipality, Montenegro



A train ride full of beautiful landscapes. A tour of the small town of Kolašin, the Biogradska gora national park and Morača monastery. Return through the Morača river canyon.

Highlights

  • Train ride from Podgorica to Kolašin
  • Kolašin is at 954 m above sea level and offers excellent holiday opportunities
  • National Park Biogradska Gora, the first declared national park in Montenegro
  • Biogradsko Lake located in the middle of the forest
  • Morača Monastery (1252), one of the most monumental Orthodox monasteries

Description

This private tour starts with a transfer by car, minivan, van or bus to the Podgorica train station. The drive takes approximately 1 to 1.5 hours depending on your accommodation location.

You will then take a 1.5-hour scenic train ride from Podgorica to Kolašin, traveling high above northern Montenegro. The route passes through cliffs overlooking the Morača River and Platije Canyon, including crossing the Mala Rijeka Bridge, one of the highest railway bridges in Europe (498 meters long and 200 meters high).

After arrival in Kolašin, there is a 30-minute drive to National Park Biogradska Gora. You will spend about one hour touring the park and walking around Biogradsko Lake.

Next, you will return to Kolašin’s city center for a city tour and free time for a walk or optional lunch featuring traditional Montenegrin dishes, lasting approximately 1 to 1.5 hours.

Following this, the group will drive about 40 minutes to Morača Monastery for a 30-minute visit to experience its historic and modest ambiance.

The tour concludes with a return transfer to your accommodation city.

Includes

  • Transfer by car, minivan, van, minibus or tourist-class bus to Podgorica Railway station
  • Transfer from Kolašin to your accommodation
  • All road expenses and parking fees
  • Train travel from Podgorica to Kolašin
  • Licensed English-speaking tourist guide
  • Entrance fee to Morača Monastery
  • Entrance fee to National Park Biogradska Gora

Excludes

  • Food and drinks during the tour
  • Visits to restaurants and bars
  • Other non-program expenses
  • Optional travel health insurance

Important Information

  • Group size: Unlimited
  • Duration: Approximately 6 hours plus transfer time depending on accommodation location
  • Availability: March to December, weather permitting
  • The organizer reserves the right to cancel due to bad weather
  • Pick up locations: Podgorica, Cetinje, Budva, Kotor, Tivat, Bar, and Ulcinj. Pickup from other cities available on request
  • Tour customization possible based on your preferences and budget
  • Type of tour: Private

Easy Cancellation

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

For the best experience, book in advance and bring comfortable shoes for walking. The ideal time to visit is during spring to early autumn when weather conditions are favourable.

Frequently Asked Questions

The tour includes a train journey from Podgorica to Kolašin, visits to Biogradska Gora National Park, Biogradsko Lake, and Morača Monastery.
The tour starts in Podgorica, the capital city of Montenegro.
The train journey duration varies; check the tour provider’s website for exact timings.
Yes, the tour includes a visit to Biogradska Gora, Montenegro’s first national park.
The tour includes a visit to Morača Monastery, an important Orthodox monastery dating back to 1252.
Yes, the tour is ideal for nature lovers interested in Montenegro’s mountains, forests, and lake scenery.
This is a private tour, exclusively for your group.
Kolašin is located at an altitude of 954 meters in northern Montenegro.
The tour includes transfer by vehicle to Podgorica train station before departure.
The best time depends on your preference; for current availability and seasonal conditions, check the tour operator’s website.

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