Montenegro Small Ship Cruise Tours & Trips

58 Montenegro trips. Tours from 10 tour companies. 388 reviews. 4.8/5 avg rating.

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Croatia and Montenegro Sailing Adventure
By Intrepid Travel
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They're highly committed to sustainable tourism and contribute to crucial initiatives like climate action, focusing on local cultures and more.
4.5/5 Excellent
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Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate

Highlights

  • See the historic towns, protected forests and stunning islands of Croatia and Montenegro along Dalmatian Coast and Bay of Kotor – aboard a private yacht, no less.
  • Visit Old Town Dubrovnik, the World Heritage-listed walled city that often plays host to film crews. You’ll see why when you experience this medieval-like architecture surrounded by a glittering coast.
  • Make daily excursions to explore wonderfully preserved Renaissance facades, dramatic limestone cliffs, ancient olive groves and traditional wineries.
15 days$311 / day
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Montenegro Sailing Adventure from Dubrovnik
By Intrepid Travel
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Why we love them
They're highly committed to sustainable tourism and contribute to crucial initiatives like climate action, focusing on local cultures and more.
4.5/5 Excellent
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Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate

Highlights

  • Sail between towering cliffs and into the fjord-like Bay of Kotor, where ancient mountain hamlets are stuffed with World Heritage-listed villages and sublime beaches.
  • Snorkel the clearest water in the Mediterranean and cool off with daily swim stops at secluded coves and bays, whenever it takes the group's fancy.
  • Dine on some of the world’s freshest seafood. Grilled, fried and cooked to perfection in tiny waterfront restaurants where recipes have been perfected over generations.
8 days$302 / day
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Under Sail: Greece to the Dalmatian Coast aboard the Sea Cloud
4.7/5 Excellent
42 reviews
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Easy

Highlights

  • Ply the waters of the Aegean, Ionian and Adriatic seas under sail like the ancients
  • Step back in history at four UNESCO World Heritage sites, including the evocative ruins of Olympia, Greece and Albania’s historic city of Butrint
  • Skim across Montenegro’s Gulf of Kotor to our Lady of The Rocks, a tiny islet formed of sunken fishing boats
12 days$1,058 / day
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Cycle the Balkans
By Exodus Adventure Travels
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4.7/5 Excellent
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  • Visit the Unesco-listed town of Ohrid in North Macedonia
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  • Challenge yourself against the Durmitor mountains, part of the Dinaric Alps
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Dubrovnik to Athens
By Intrepid Travel
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They're highly committed to sustainable tourism and contribute to crucial initiatives like climate action, focusing on local cultures and more.
4.5/5 Excellent
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Standard - 3 star
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  • Admire the World Heritage-listed architecture of Dubrovnik and Montenegro’s Kotor, climbing along their ancient city walls.
  • Loose yourself in Tirana, Albania's colourful capital, and partake in the local's favourite pastime: drinking coffee and people-watching.
  • Sail across the blue waters of Lake Ohrid – one of Europe's oldest lakes. No wonder North Macedonia and Albania share this beautiful attraction; nobody would want to let it go!
15 days$200 / day
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Best of Balkans (Start Budapest)
By Contiki
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Why we love them
Their trips create life-long memories for young people setting off to discover the world.
4.7/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star

Highlights

Hit up an incredible 7 countries in just one trip and take in the best sights the Balkans has to offer. Whether it's exploring the beautiful city of Dubrovnik, partying until the early hours in Belgrade or strolling around the historic sights Sarajevo has to offer, this trip has something for everyone.

15 days$204 / day
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Walking in Bosnia & Herzegovina
By Exodus Adventure Travels
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With a wide range of trip styles, Exodus caters to every type of traveler out there- even those with specific interests from cycling to winter hiking.
4.7/5 Excellent
100+ reviews

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Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate

Highlights

  • Climb majestic Maglić, the highest mountain in Bosnia
  • Hike in the Bjelasnica mountains, home of the 1984 Winter Olympics
  • Walk a section of the Via Dinarica, one of Europe’s great hiking trails
9 days$317 / day

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Western Balkans Uncovered
By Intrepid Travel
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Why we love them
They're highly committed to sustainable tourism and contribute to crucial initiatives like climate action, focusing on local cultures and more.
4.5/5 Excellent
100+ reviews

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Premium - 4 star
Physical level
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  • Sail across the blue waters of Lake Ohrid – one of Europe's oldest lakes. No wonder North Macedonia and Albania share this beautiful attraction, who would want to let it go?
  • Admire the World Heritage-listed architecture of Dubrovnik (of Game of Thrones fame) and Montenegro’s Kotor as you walk along their ancient city walls.
  • Sit down for a fresh farm-to-table lunch experience in Fishte in the midday Albanian sun. Enjoy local produce, wild fish and organic meat, all prepared on-site with the freshest local ingredients.
12 days$283 / day
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Best of Balkans (Start Dubrovnik)
By Contiki
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Why we love them
Their trips create life-long memories for young people setting off to discover the world.
4.7/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star

Highlights

This part of the world is hotter than hot right now, and we aint gonna lie, this trip's name says it all. Sunshine, sunsets, and sights are served up left right and centre, with a nature fix dotted in-between to keep every explorer tuned in. 15-days of life changing experiences are yours for the taking.

15 days$182 / day
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Montenegro Reviews & Ratings

4.8/5  Excellent
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George

Sep 2021

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Learn the history of a part of the world

We felt fortunate to experience the landscape and learn the history of a part of the world we knew little about. The scenery was breathtaking, the cultural aspects m...

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Emma

Aug 2021

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wonderful

The Montenegro Coast is wonderful! All of the hotels were not first-class but very good. The food was all great! Our guide was very good and attentive. I loved that ...

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Lili

Jun 2021

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One of the best trips of my life!

One of the best trips of my life! A wonderful mix of culture, history, nature, glorious scenery, outdoor activity, and relationships—in a part of the world that few ...

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Hans

Jun 2021

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The trip exceeded our expectations

The trip exceeded our expectations. The diversity of the experience of hiking in the mountains and then along the coast was tremendous. We did not expect to see such...

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Peter

Jun 2020

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An excellent trip

This was an excellent trip to a relatively new country t...

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Montenegro Tour Selection Trips

  • Montenegro is one of the roughest terrains in Europe. When booking a hiking tour of Montenegro, make sure to train before you arrive.
  • One of the top attractions of Montenegro are its churches. When packing for Montenegro, make sure to include pants, dresses, and shirts to cover your shoulders out of respect.
  • San Giovanni Fortress in Kotor is a top Montenegro attraction. If you wish to see the best views in Kotor, you will have to climb up the fortress walls including many staircases. Make sure to pack comfortable shoes for this long hike.
  • You don’t need a visa to visit Montenegro, but you will have to register with the local government within 24 hours of your arrival or you may be fined.
  • If you wish to combine Montenegro with other Balkan countries, there are many tour companies specializing in Western Balkans, where Montenegro is located.
  • The summer is the busiest time for Montenegro due to cruises and weather. If you want to avoid the crowds, but still enjoy the sun, visiting during the spring or fall are ideal times!
  • If you want to hike the stunning trails through the Montenegro mountains, make sure to book for the shoulder seasons to get the best weather to be outdoors.

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Where is Montenegro?

Montenegro is located in southeastern Europe, or commonly known as the Balkans, on the Adriatic Sea coast. Montenegro is surrounded by other Balkan countries of Croatia, Albania, and Serbia.

Is Montenegro Safe?

In one word, yes. Montenegro is very safe for families and solo travelers alike. Also, the people of Montenegro are known for their warm and friendly nature to all visitors.

Montenegro has a very rich religious history and some of its most historic sites are churches and mosques. It’s recommended to when visiting religious buildings to dress appropriately out of respect.

Also, as Montenegro has some very popular tourist sites, you should be aware of pickpocketers in the busier areas.

Montenegro Weather

Montenegro has two main landscapes, the coast and the mountains, that affects its climate. The coastal regions of the country have a typical Mediterranean climate with dry, warm summers and cool winters.

If you are traveling farther inland and visiting the mountainous regions of the country, you should expect cooler climates all year round with snow during the winter. Skiiers and snowboarders will enjoy the snowy mountain resorts of Kolasin and Zabljak.

The shoulder seasons, spring and fall, are also determined by the terrain. Shoulder seasons on the coast are very mild, while the mountains are cooler and rainier.

A Few Travel Tips for Montenegro

The Euro isn’t used in most of the countries in the Balkans with the countries retaining their own national currency. However, Montenegro does use the Euro. If you are on a tour of the Balkans and Montenegro is included, make sure to bring along some Euros for your time in the country.

With Montenegro using the Euro, the price of food and hotels are higher priced than other Balkan countries, but are still low compared to Western Europe.

Montenegro is very mountainous. Two of the countries most famous cities, Kotor and Budva, are both at the base of mountains next to the water. The Montenegro culture is intertwined in this dual landscape with their culture being derived from the sea and mountains.

For those who do get motion sickness, it is recommended to pack any medication to help if your tour will be driving through Montenegro from the surrounding countries.

While Montenegro is a Balkan country, the Montenegro culture is heavily influenced by Italy. The Venetian and Roman Empires both had a strong hold on this are of Europe, and had a hand in building some of the most famous sites in Montenegro.

Montenegro Arrival Registration

While most citizens of countries don’t need a visa to visit Montenegro up to 90 days, you do have to register with the authorities. You have 24 hours after your arrival to register with the local government or there is a possibility you may be fined or deported. Also, included in the registration is a fee for how many days you will be in Montenegro.

If you are staying in a hotel, the hotel will register for you. However, if you are arriving early before your tour, you will need to register yourself at the local government office.

Double check with your tour company before you arrive to see if you will need to register yourself or if your tour company or hotel will register for you.

Best Time to Visit Montenegro

July to August has the best weather to visit Montenegro. The temperature is above 85 degrees with plenty of sunshine. However, this is also when the cities and beaches will be the most crowded. Montenegro is a very popular cruise destination and the late-summer is one of the busiest times of the year for cruises.  

One of the best times to visit Montenegro is in May and the early part of June.  The weather will be warm, but the crowds will be less, making it the perfect time for a getaway! This is also the best time to visit Montenegro on an active tour. The cooler temperatures are ideal for hiking and bike riding through the mountains of Montenegro.

Who will like Traveling to Montenegro?

Nature enthusiasts will have a hay day in Montenegro. The entire country is a postcard waiting to happen. While some countries have metal skyscrapers, Montenegro has the Dinaric Alps stretching to touch the clouds.

But don’t forget about the water! Montenegro has 182 miles of coastline with Budva and Kotor providing some of the best coastal views in all of Montenegro.

Montenegro is also perfect for the active traveler. With its rugged terrain, Montenegro is the ideal destination for hikers and bicyclists looking to an enjoy an adventure holiday.

History lovers will also enjoy the medieval old towns of Kotor and Budva. These historic little cities are filled with small shops, cafes, and plenty of Byzantine churches to visit.

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