Lovcen National Park Private Tour with Boat Ride
Herceg Novi Municipality, Montenegro
Join a private tour from Kotor, Budva, Tivat, or Herceg Novi and discover Lovcen National Park. Visit the village of Njegusi, see the park's mausoleum, and enjoy a boat ride on the Crnojevic River.
City and Nature Tour from Kotor to Cetinje and River Crnojevica
This full-day tour departs from Kotor, suitable for first-time visitors wanting to explore Montenegro’s history, nature, and local culture.
Highlights
- Enjoy panoramic aerial views of Boka Bay
- Good value for money
- Informative, friendly, and professional guide
- Ideal introduction for first-time visitors
- Explore Cetinje on a 1-hour walking tour
Description
The tour begins around 9:00 AM with pickup available from Kotor, Budva, Tivat, and Herceg Novi. After a short drive, travel along the historic old road built in 1879 by the Austro-Hungarians to connect Kotor and Cetinje. The route features 25 curves with several photo stops offering views over Boka Bay.
Stop for breakfast in Njegusi village, renowned as the birthplace of the Petrović dynasty, rulers of Montenegro from 1696 to 1918.
Visit the mausoleum at Lovćen National Park, accessed by climbing 461 steps. The chapel inside the mausoleum has six sides and a ceiling covered with over 200,000 gilded tiles forming a mosaic.
Next, enjoy a one-hour walking tour of Cetinje, discovering key sights such as the Cetinje Monastery which houses relics including the remains of St. Peter of Cetinje, particles of the True Cross, and the Icon of the Philermos Mother of God. See the royal theater, historic foreign embassies, and Vlaska Church, built in 1450, notable for its fence made from barrels of captured enemy rifles.
Proceed to River Crnojevica, a small historic town on an ancient trade route. This is the location for your lunch break, with local fish recommended. After lunch, take a 1-hour boat ride on the river. Swimming is possible depending on the temperature.
The tour continues with a visit to Sveti Stefan for a photo stop before returning to Kotor, Budva, Tivat, or Herceg Novi in the evening.
Itinerary
- 9:00 AM - Departure from Kotor, Budva, Tivat, or Herceg Novi with photo stops along the serpentines
- 10:30 AM - Arrival at Njegusi village for breakfast
- 12:00 PM - Visit mausoleum at Lovćen National Park
- 1:45 PM - Walking tour of Cetinje
- 3:30 PM - Arrival at River Crnojevica for lunch
- 5:00 PM - Boat ride and optional swimming
- 6:30 PM - Drive to Sveti Stefan via Cetinje and scenic route above Budva
- 7:30 PM - Photo stop at Sveti Stefan
- 7:40 PM - Return to starting points
- 8:30 PM - End of tour
Includes
- Round trip transportation by minibus or minivan
- Boat ride on the River of Crnojevica
- Professional guide
Excludes
- Food and drinks (breakfast from €9, lunch from €15)
- Entrance fees €16 (paid in agency office on tour morning): €11 for Lovćen National Park and Mausoleum, €5 for Skadar Lake National Park
Important Information
- Confirmation is received at time of booking
- No refunds for missed tours or activities
- Transfer durations are approximate and depend on traffic and time of day
Cancellation Policy
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
Book in advance to secure your place. Bring comfortable walking shoes, weather-appropriate clothing, and your camera. The best time to visit is spring to early autumn for optimal weather and swimming conditions.
