Kotor Cable Car & Old Town Tour: UNESCO Site & Lovćen Views

The cable car climbs from sea level to mountain summit in minutes, flipping your view of the entire bay.

A guided walking tour of Kotor Old Town combined with a cable car ride to Mount Lovćen, both with guaranteed return to your cruise ship. The tour includes a local English-speaking guide, entry to St. Tryphon Cathedral, cable car tickets, and private transport from the port. Choose between a 4-hour option staying in Kotor, or a 6-hour version that adds Budva Old Town and a viewpoint stop at Sveti Stefan.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time spent at each

1. Kotor Old Town45m · entry included
2. St. Tryphon Cathedral25m · entry included

Kotor Cable Car and Old Town Tour

• Arrive at Kotor Cable Car station
• Ride cable car to Mount Lovćen summit
• Enjoy free time at summit for photos and refreshments
• Return by cable car to Kotor
• Guided walking tour of Kotor Old Town
• Visit St. Tryphon Cathedral

The experience

Kotor sits at the southern end of a fjord-like bay, and the cable car is the fastest way to see it whole. You ride from the lower station up the mountainside in a few minutes, watching the medieval rooftops and harbor shrink below you until the entire Bay of Kotor spreads out in one view. At the summit of Mount Lovćen, you have free time to stand in the panorama, take photos, or grab a drink at Monte 1360 Bar while the Adriatic coast stretches to the horizon.

After descending, a local guide leads you through Kotor Old Town on foot: a UNESCO World Heritage Site built into narrow medieval streets and squares. St. Tryphon Cathedral sits at the heart of it, a Romanesque structure with centuries of artwork and architectural detail inside. The guide walks you through the town's maritime history and points out the layered stone walls that have held the old town together since medieval times. This part of the tour is included with admission.

If you book the 6-hour option, the tour extends to Budva, another old Adriatic settlement about 20 minutes south. A 45-minute guided walk covers its medieval streets and Venetian heritage before you stop at a viewpoint overlooking Sveti Stefan: a fortified island and one of Montenegro's most recognizable landmarks, now a luxury resort. The drive back to Kotor gives you time to settle before returning to your ship.

What’s included

• Local English-speaking guide.
• cable car tickets for the round trip to Mount Lovćen.
• entry to St. Tryphon Cathedral.
• private transport from Kotor port to the cable car station and back.
• tourist tax.

Options for this experience

2 options

Kotor and Cable Car optionGuide in English · 25 departure times: the first at 07:30, the last at 19:30Lasts 4 hours, covering Kotor Town and the Cable Car, and includes pickup

Option with the Budva RivieraGuide in English · 25 departure times: the first at 07:30, the last at 19:30Lasts 6 hours: Kotor, Cable Car, Budva and Sv. Stefan. Cable car ride 1.5 to 2 hours, Budva 1 hour, Kotor 1 hour, Sv. Stefan 20-minute photo stop. Pickup included

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Before you book

Days and timesEvery day25 departure times: the first at 07:30, the last at 19:30

Book up to2d before

AgesAdult (7 to 95 years) · Under 7: can't be booked

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Paid on site€ 12

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Good to know

Low physical effortWheelchair accessibleStroller-friendlyPets welcome

Operated by Mont Travelers Montenegro FIT & Bespoke Travel Experience

Is this one for you?Book the 4-hour option if your ship's port call is short or you want to focus on Kotor's medieval core and the cable car views. Choose the 6-hour version if you have time for Budva and want to see Sveti Stefan from the best viewpoint: the extra drive and walking tour fit comfortably between ship departure windows.

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Top questions

What is St. Tryphon Cathedral like inside?

St. Tryphon Cathedral is a Romanesque structure with interior artwork and centuries-old treasures reflecting Kotor's deep historical roots. Entry is included in your tour.

How long does the cable car ride take?

The Kotor–Lovćen Cable Car ascends in minutes, offering breathtaking views as it climbs from the coast into the mountains. You have free time at the summit before the return descent.

What is the difference between the two tour options?

Option 1 (4 hours) covers the cable car and Kotor Old Town only. Option 2 (6 hours) adds a guided walk through Budva Old Town and a photo stop at the Sveti Stefan viewpoint.

Is this tour suitable for cruise passengers?

Yes, both options are designed as shore excursions with guaranteed return to your ship. Private transport from the port is included, and the schedule is built around cruise timing.

Can I do optional activities at the cable car summit?

The summit offers free time for photos and refreshments. Optional paid activities like the alpine coaster and kids' playground are available but not included in the tour price.