Montenegro Day Trip from Dubrovnik: Perast, Kotor & Bay Views
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A day trip from Dubrovnik into Montenegro that follows the Bay of Kotor coastline to the towns of Perast and Kotor, with an optional boat ride to Our Lady of the Rocks island. Hotel pickup and an English-speaking guide are included; the boat trip to the island costs extra. A small group option adds the town of Budva and extends the day to around 12 hours, while the standard coach tour runs 11 hours and covers Perast and Kotor only.
11h–12h
Step-by-step itinerary
Montenegro day trip from Dubrovnik
- Start tour in Dubrovnik
- Drive along Bay of Kotor
- Visit Perast town
- Optional boat trip to Our Lady of the Rocks
- Free time in Kotor Old Town
- Return to Dubrovnik
The Experience
The drive south from Dubrovnik crosses into Montenegro and traces the Bay of Kotor, a narrow inlet ringed by limestone cliffs that narrows as you move deeper into it. You'll pass through the Župa Dubrovacka and Konavle valleys before reaching Perast, a small harbor town where the itinerary splits: an optional boat ride takes you to Our Lady of the Rocks, a man-made island built over centuries by local seamen who laid stones after each successful voyage. The church on the island holds over 70 works of art, including a ten-meter painting of the Death of the Virgin. If you skip the boat, you have free time to walk Perast's narrow streets instead.
Kotor Old Town sits at the bay's southern end, enclosed by medieval walls and built into steep terrain. You get free time here to explore on your own—the narrow lanes, St. Tryphon Cathedral, and the Square of Arms are the main draws. The small group option adds a stop in Budva, a walled coastal town with beaches, and gives you up to two hours there before the return drive to Dubrovnik. All options include hotel pickup within Dubrovnik (or within a 20-minute drive for small group tours), an air-conditioned vehicle, and a professional English-speaking guide for the full day.
You'll need a valid passport for the border crossing into Montenegro, and if you don't hold an EU passport or resident permit, a multi-entry visa is required to re-enter Croatia. The tour runs with a minimum of six passengers; if that threshold is not met after confirmation, you'll be offered an alternative date or a full refund. Pickup times may vary slightly from the advertised start time because pickups are coordinated around Dubrovnik's Old Town core.
What’s included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off from select Dubrovnik locations.
- air-conditioned vehicle.
- professional English-speaking tour guide for the full day.
Operated by Super Tours
Is this one for you?The small group option suits travelers who want to see more of the Montenegrin coast and have time for Budva's beaches, while the standard coach tour works for those focused on the Bay of Kotor's two main towns and prefer a shorter day. The optional boat ride to Our Lady of the Rocks is worth the extra cost if island churches and maritime history interest you; otherwise, Perast's streets and harbor are free to explore.
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Top questions
What is Our Lady of the Rocks and how do I get there?
Our Lady of the Rocks is a small island in the Bay of Kotor built by local seamen over centuries, each laying a stone after returning safely from sea voyages. A short boat ride takes you to the island, where a church houses over 70 works of art; the boat trip and island entry cost 15€ per person and are optional, so you can explore Perast on foot instead if you prefer.
Do I need a passport to cross into Montenegro from Dubrovnik?
Yes, a current valid passport is required on the day of travel. If you don't hold an EU passport or resident permit, you'll also need a multi-entry visa to re-enter Croatia after the tour, and it's your responsibility to check and obtain any visa requirements before the border crossing.
What's included in the small group option that the coach tour doesn't have?
The small group option adds a stop in the town of Budva, where you get up to two hours to explore its walled Old Town and beaches, and extends the day to around 12 hours. Hotel pickup is also available within a 20-minute drive outside Dubrovnik for small group tours, whereas the standard coach tour only picks up from Dubrovnik hotels.
What happens if the tour doesn't have enough passengers to run?
The tour requires a minimum of six passengers to operate. If that number is not met after your booking is confirmed, you'll be offered an alternative date or a full refund.
Can I get a boat ride in Perast as part of the tour?
A panoramic boat ride in Perast is available as an optional add-on for 10€ per person; this is separate from the optional boat trip to Our Lady of the Rocks island, which costs 15€ and includes church entry.
Montenegro Day Trip from Dubrovnik: Perast, Kotor & Bay Views
11h–12h · EN · at your hotel
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