Kotor, Perast & Our Lady of the Rocks: Private bay tour

Three centuries of Adriatic history in one morning

A private tour of Kotor, Perast and Our Lady of the Rocks combines a guided walk through Kotor's UNESCO-listed Old Town with a boat ride to an artificial island built by local sailors and a stop in the Baroque village of Perast. Your English or Russian-speaking guide leads you through narrow stone streets, past 16 palaces and multiple churches, and shares the maritime legends that shaped this corner of the Adriatic.

Step-by-step itinerary

Explore Perast, Lady of the Rocks, Kotor

• Drive to Perast village
• Discover Perast's history and architecture
• Boat to Our Lady of the Rocks island
• Visit church on artificial island
• Return to Kotor Old Town
• Walk through Kotor's medieval streets
• See St. Tripun Cathedral
• Enjoy coffee in Kotor main square

The experience

The tour starts with a thirty-minute drive to Perast, a steep-stoned village built by wealthy seafaring families in the 17th century. You'll walk past Baroque palaces, Catholic and Orthodox churches, and flower-lined streets that attracted writers and painters for centuries. The village sits across the water from two islands: St. George and Our Lady of the Shells, both visible from the main square.

From Perast, a boat takes you out to Our Lady of the Rocks, an artificial island created by local sailors who ferried stones across the bay to build it. A church was constructed on the island in 1630 and still stands there. The tradition of bringing stones continues today, renewed each July 22nd in a ceremony called Fasinada. Your guide explains how the island became the patroness of Bokele sailors embarking on long journeys.

The final stop is Kotor's Old Town, a UNESCO World Heritage site enclosed by a 4.5 km defensive wall. You enter through the Sea Gate, where an old clock tower marks the entrance, and walk past the Cathedral of St. Tripun before exploring the squares and narrow alleys. The tour ends with time to sit in the main square with a coffee before your return to Kotor.

What’s included

• Air-conditioned vehicle for the drive to Perast.
• boat ride to Our Lady of the Rocks.
• private transportation throughout.
• English or Russian-speaking guide.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day

AgesAdult (6 to 95 years) · Child (under 6)

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish and Russian

Audio guideEnglish and Russian

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 6 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortInfant seats availablePets welcomePublic transport nearby

Is this one for you?Your guide speaks English or Russian, so choose this tour if you're comfortable following commentary in one of those languages. The private format means the pace and stops adjust to your group's interests, and pickup from your Kotor location is included.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and Russian.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (under 6).

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

How long does the tour take from start to finish?

The full tour runs four hours, including the drive to Perast, the boat ride to Our Lady of the Rocks, and the walk through Kotor's Old Town.

What is Our Lady of the Rocks and why was it built?

Our Lady of the Rocks is an artificial island created by sailors from Perast and Kotor who brought stones across the bay to build it. A church was constructed on the island in 1630, and it became a sacred site for local seafarers setting out on long voyages.

What can I see in Perast?

Perast is a Baroque village with 16 palaces, 17 Catholic churches and two Orthodox churches built by wealthy maritime families in the 17th century. The steep stone streets, flower shops and views of St. George and Our Lady of the Shells islands are the main draws.

Is the boat ride to the island included?

Yes, the boat ride to Our Lady of the Rocks is included in the tour price. The journey is by small boat across the bay from Perast.

Can I enter the church on Our Lady of the Rocks?

The church on Our Lady of the Rocks can be visited. However, entry is not included in the tour price and costs 5 euros separately.