Top Podgorica Historical Tours

Explore Montenegro's coastal attractions on this tour from Podgorica. As you visit locations such as Sveti Stefan, Virpazar, Kotor, Donji Stoliv, and Tivat, you'll enjoy views of the Bay of Kotor, the Adriatic Sea, Lake Skadar, villages, medieval architecture, and more.

Tour Montenegro is recommended to everyone who wants to see the best of Montenegro in only one day. During the tour you will meet fascinating nature, history, tradition, cultural heritage old for a millennium, traditional food, but even modern architecture and urban life style.

Get acquainted with Montenegro's capital city on a guided walking tour of Podgorica. The historical complexities of the city—from the arrival of ancient Romans to the bombings during World War II—makes exploring with a guide imperative for first-time visitors. In addition to learning about the city’s past, a guided tour enables you to learn your way around the city without worrying about getting lost.

Monasteries in Montenegro are part of Christian Orthodox church and they represent unique structures which are hardly to be seen anywhere else. We choose for you those which extract themselves with authentic beauty, architecture, spirituality and stories of turbulent past.

Discover one of Montenegro’s most spiritual places during this private tour from Podgorica to the Ostrog Monastery. Venture through the countryside to reach this cliffside structure that was built in the 17th century and learn about the pilgrimage site which is dedicated to St. Basil of Ostrog. Drive through the countryside on the way back to Podgorica, stopping at villages or scenic lookouts along the way.

On very near distance from Podgorica we are proud to present you one of the beautiful secret gems. Local roads, villages, cow farm, fantastic locals offering organic food and culture heritage with beautiful views on National Park Skadar lake. This can be really poetic drive in this region especially in spring and autumn time. Possibility to taste local fish menu or any other near the river on a boat restaurant. Visiting old fortress Zabljak Crnojevica is included in this tour and interesting cultural heritage. Enjoy with us in this local experience and taste a little bit of Montenegrien lifestyle.

We can say that Montenegro is small country, but country which is full of contrast. You can find on a lot of forums explanation as a “country where less is more”, “in one day mountain and sea coast”, “wild beauty”. One is for sure the country where you can get in love in a lot of different ways. We have made this three days tour as an idea to show you as much as possible, but still trough the eyes of locals with authentic spirit and spontaneous flow. We introduce creative travelers to a new way of enjoying culture, food and lifestyle in Montenegro. If you want to change activities on our tour be free to contact us, all our tours are Tailor made.

"Tour around Korita" is the first fully marked panoramic route in Montenegro! It starts in Podgorica, the capital, and leads to the mountainous area of Kuči,up to the cliff of the wonderful Cijevna Canyon. The road is 65 km long, enough to not only escape from daily life for a few hours but also to plunge into a completely different surrounding with diverse landscapes, herbs, historical monuments, picturesque villages and viewpoints etc. The most attractive moment of this route is the hike to Grlo Sokolovo viewpoint which will leave you speechless for sure! Panoramic Road Circle around Korita takes you up to 1,400 m, so we recommend sturdy shoes.

For those who want to get acquainted with the tradition, culture, history and spectacular landscapes of Montenegro. Our guide will present you the old royal capital of Montenegro – Cetinje, the sleepy village of Njeguši, the rocky mountain Lovćen, enchanting Bay of Kotor and the medieval old town of Kotor.

Learn more about Podgorica on a tour which begins on Trg Nezavisnosti and goes over Skaline to Stara Varoš, Sahat kula and Hussein Paša mosque. Bridge on Sastavci is the oldest one in Podgorica, and Stara Varoš used to be city nucleus during the Ottoman rule. Tour goes on a light walk to Petrović Palace on Kruševac, which used to be a former winter palace of the King Nikola I Petrović. After that, we go on to the administrative center of the city and end our tour in Bokeška street.

DESCRIPTION: Cetinje – old capital of Montenegro – city which preserved Montenegrin cultural and historical heritage. Architecture dates back to XVIII and XIX centuries. The settlement of Rijeka Crnojevića is located on the bank of the river of the same name. It was named after Ivan Crnojević, former ruler of Montenegro.

In this arrangement by help of ‘Monte Mare Travel’ you will be able to see unique beauties of Montenegro for only 5 days. From Podgorica, the capital of Montenegro we will go to the North of the country and visit Žabljak – the highest town in Balkan and ski center, National park Durmitor (1980. included in UNESCO), Black lake and Đurđevića Tara bridge. Then, through ‘Montenegro tour’ you will visit Cetinje – Old Royal Capital, village Njeguši with tasting national traditional specialities, then drive along Serpentines – road tourist attraction, to the Kotor – one of the top 10 Europe destinations under UNESCO protection and Budva – metropolis of Montenegrin tourism. For the last day, it is predicted tour by train with a view on a canyon Platije that persists through the vertical rocks and cliffs, which climb high and up to 1,000 meters above sea level. You will also be able to see Kolašin, National Park Biogradska Gore, Biogradsko lake, Botanic garden, Morača monastery(est. 1252).

Take 3 days to explore the “Wild Beauty” of the northern part of Montenegro. Take walks around the splendid lakes such as Skadar, Black and Biograd lake. Hear the legends and stories connected to the folklore of the country. Taste the gastronomical diversity of the north. Try local dishes as: cicvara, kacamak, traditional roast meat, kajmak and mountain cheese. Take part in activities as: rafting, mountain biking, via ferrata, canyoning or just relax during long hikes. Enjoy the fresh mountain air and good night sleep in luxury mountain houses or 4* hotels.

DESCRIPTION: Budva, the tourist metropolis of Montenegro is about 2500 years old and is one of the oldest cities on the Adriatic coast. The coastal area, known as the Budva Riviera, is the centre of Montenegrin tourism and is famous for its well-preserved medieval town, sandy beaches and diverse nightlife.

Podgorica is the capital of Montenegro located in the center of this country, at the intersection of several important road directions that lead from the sea to the continental part of the country. It is the main administrative, political, economic, traffic, scientific and educational - cultural center of Montenegro. It offers a wide range of discoveries to visitors through cultural heritage, archaeological sites, monuments, museums, and through nature in a national park, active holidays, views of canyons, rivers and bridges, as well as enjoyment of traditionally produced food and wine.

Discover the Boka Bay during our 3 day tour. Take a walk through the past to the Venetian cities of Kotor and Budva, sail past the Austro-Hungarian fortresses of Mamula and Arza. Dive in the Adriatic sea, enter the famous Blue cave, hear the love story that is hidden on the island of Our Lady of the Rocks. Taste the local Mediterranean cuisine that is based on fish, olives and wine! Enjoy romantic sunsets, and relax on a sailing cruise. But also feel the adrenaline rush of a speedboat ride through the bay.

Budva the beautiful coastal town of Montenegro. Back in the days, it was a quiet town, now is the Miami of Balkans, the main touristic city of Montenegro. Also, Budva is a town of outstanding beauty. The old town of Budva is more than 2500 years old. Moreover, the old town is considered as “the place to be seen”. In this tour of Budva, you can find from designer clothes to souvenirs to take with you as a memory. In the middle of the town is situated the Citadel. Soak up the amazing views of Sveti Stefan, one of the most amazing islets of Budva. This town is one of the most attractive coastal cities of Montenegro and the old part of the city is the jewel on the crown. As an illustration of that, you will feel the Italian presence around the city as the walls surrounding the old town of Budva are of Venetian influence. Moreover, you will get to visit the museum of Budva, which is a gem as in it there you can find very important and informative artifacts.

Fall in love with the south coast of Montenegro! Take a cruise through the southernmost fjord in Europe, known as Boka Bay, with glimmering waters and impressive mountain massifs. Time travel back to old walled cities of the Venetian era such as Budva, Perast and Kotor. Venture through the Adriatic sea on a sailing cruise and learn of the mythical folklore and stunning history of Europe’s best kept secret whilst taking your time to enjoy mouth-watering Mediterranean cuisine.

On Adriatic oriental tour (Bar & Ulcinj City tour), you can experience the stunning views of this part of the Adriatic coast. Combining Bar and Ulcinj, create one of the loveliest tours Montenegro has to offer! Explore Bar characterized by wide boulevards and lush Mediterranean vegetation and its interesting old town. Where ever you go, you will see reflections of the Roman and Ottoman influences in the landmarks against a backdrop of tangerine and olive tree fields. Lastly, how about the antique town of Ulcinj, with its picture perfect narrow, curving streets, stone houses decorated by elements of the Renaissance and Baroque, and a dramatic, indescribable natural beauty.

Easy active tour allows you to experience Montenegro in the right way through activities which do not demand some special fitness readiness. You will discover the capital of Montenegro – Podgorica city, through easy walking tour, and next days enjoy rafting on Tara river known as 'tear of Europe' because of its clean water (its canyon is the deepest in Europe, and second deepest in the world after Colorado), easy hiking tour in Obodska cave – Rijeka Crnojevića (beautiful little historic place), climbing to the Lovćen mausoleum - symbol of Montenegro and its freedom (461 steps to the top), visiting Cetinje – Old Royal Capital, Budva – metropolis of Montenegrin tourism, also known as 'Queen of Adriatic', Saint Stefan – a unique place in the whole world, at the same time an island, a city and a hotel. You will have an opportunity to take a photo on the Pavlova side – viewpoint from which photos represent Montenegro in magazines worldwide!

An exclusive tour for all the romantics of the world! Together with the professional local guide, you will visit the most romantic places in the city. What is so special about Republic Square at Podgorica? You will feel spellbound in a charming atmosphere. What is considered as one of the best places to have a date in the city? Where can you make lovely photos? You will be surprised how many historical love stories are hidden in the streets, buildings, parks of the city. From heartbreaking and tragic, to the hilarious or spicy ones. What is so special about one of the most famous historical couple of the Montenegro country Nicholas I and Milena? This tour is especially recommended in the Saint Valentine period!

Perched high upon a cliff, rising 900m above the Zeta valley stands Ostrog, the most important site in Montenegro for Orthodox Christians, attracting up to a million visitors annually. This religious attraction is not without its fair share of legends and stories. The monastery has been carved almost entirely on an impossibly vertically positioned mountain cliff and is the pride of Montenegrin spirituality. Constructed in 1665 within two large caves, it gives the impression that it has grown out of the very rock. On Ostrog monastery tour, you will hear many stories and legends about how it was built, about the monks who reside here and above all, you will hear about St Basil – the miracle worker, whose bones were laid to rest in the Upper Monastery. Another highlight of this trip is that you will visit a local household that reflects how old Montenegro is kept alive in modern days. Enjoy in traditional Montenegrin treats prepared by the local hosts.

Montenegro is a small country in southeast Europe, in the west of the Balkans, but very famous about its incredible nature beauties. In this arrangement, ’’Monte Mare Travel’’ agency brought together wonderful cities at the seaside and mountain towns in the north, as well as the cruising on the largest lake in the Balkans – Skadar lake and visits to the most famous monasteries. In order to meet our customers, we have arranged a package where you will be able to see and experience the best of Montenegro for 7 days.

On this Medieval Montenegro tour, you will visit the never conquered old royal capital of Montenegro, Cetinje, and learn about its heritage and interesting way of life. You will be taken to the Falcon heights of the Lovćen Mountain and National park that played a great historical role in shaping key events in Montenegro. Abundantly rich in flora and fauna, Lovćen is an important reserve for many of Montenegro's native bird species, and around 1200 varieties of plants. On the second highest top of Lovćen you can find the highest mausoleum in the world dedicated to Petar II Petrovic Njegos, a famous Montenegrin leader and poet from 19th century.

During our 5 day tour we take you to see the most important highlights of the country. We start form Podgorica and go to see picturesque cities full of history such as Virpazar, Stari Bar, Cetinje, Kotor, Budva, Niksic, Zabljak. But it is not just city tours we do we enjoy the natural diversity. We take you to see the Skadar lake, Black lake and Biograd lake, also you will have the opportunity to swim in the Adriatic sea, and hike around Durmitor and Biogradska gora national parks. Take some activities off your bucket list during your tour! With us you have the opportunity to take part in many activities that are waiting for you to try. And to make it complete we spend nights in 4* hotels or luxury mountain huts. Ours is also and gastronomical tour you have the opportunity to try some fantastic local homemade food as: kacamak, cicvara, njegus prosciutto and cheese, fish dishes form the river, sea and lakes but also meat rousted in different styles!

Podgorica short walking tour commences from the city centre and takes you to the old town. At a few minutes’ walk we will come across the Ottoman culture inspired monuments such as the Clock Tower and Osmanagica Mosque. From here, you will visit one of the oldest zones in Podgorica, where the two rivers Ribnica and Moraca meet each other, before heading to the new part of the town, with its modern bridges, parks, monuments of old leaders and institutional buildings.

Fall in love with Montenegro from the northern mountains to the sloping valleys and sparkling blue coastline.  Our Hedonic tours mean maximum comfort for our Nomads and a relaxing all-encompassing travel experience through this underrated southern European gem.

Explore the city, its dynamic history and present life with one of our knowledgable guides. Our guide will be dedicated to you only, so you will be able to choose the pace that suits you the most, and ask all questions that would enable you to learn your way around the city.

Walk with us through the historical and most preserved parts of Montenegro' capital. Taste the spirit of the old town and hear many interesting stories about this charming town that is filled with ancient architecture and scenic views. See Independence Square, National Theatre, Hercegovacka st. etc.

You can enjoy in private driving, clean and comfortable cars with refreshment and wi-fi on board. English speaking drivers.

Daily excursion to visit one of the most beautiful places in the north of Montenegro is unique experience. Tour starts from your hotel and heading first to Ostrog Monastery, which is one of Montenegrin wonders and most visited monastery of our Orthodox Church. Later we continue to Piva lake, which is a dam and unique by its colour. Here you can have short walk and coffee break. After break we are going to Durmitor national park to visit Black Lake and have a lunch break. After this we are going to visit bridge on Đurđevića Tara, which is built in 1937. and it is still one of the highest bridges in World. There is also ZIPLINE over Tara canyon for these who love adrenaline. Later we are going trough the Tara canyon to Biogradska gora national park to see Biogradsko lake and have break for drink. Last attraction is Canyon Morača and Morača Monastery from 13th century, unique by its historical value. From this place we have 1 hour back to hotel. Whole trip is 350 km - about 8 - 9 Hours.

On this tour you'll have the best chance to experience how the eastern and western influences shaped the culture of Montenegro. The places you will visit on this tour highlight the importance of Montenegro’s medieval history, its tradition, culture and gastronomy, beautiful viewpoints, old towns and museums. This Montenegro tour truly has it all. You will also get to see how the wars in medieval Montenegro have split it into two sides - one side that still bears the marks of its struggle and on the other side, the very well hidden and sheltered Kotor and Boka Bay region.

We are starting the trip to Skadar Lake National Park and Virpazar town. Skadar Lake is a paradise for fishermen, bird lovers, nature lovers and devotees of culture and historical monuments. The boat ride here is really spectacular here. To full feel your senses we will visit the family winery and taste three kinds of wine, rakija-grappa, homemade bread, prosciutto, cheese, and more dishes of the home and learn about it by the local winemaker. People here are proud of their products and you will see (taste) why. This tour will leave you with the strong impressions of Montenegrin nature food and lifestyle.

Podgorica is the capital of an unbelievably beautiful country Montenegro. Do you know that once Podgorica was part of the Ottoman Empire? Can you believe that this city was bombarded more than 70 times in its history? In the company of your local guide, you will take a walking tour of the Old Town of Podgorica during which you will be immersed in the history and stories behind Podgorica’s major sights. Why the remains of the Ribnica Fortress is so important for the locals? It stands at the crossroad of the Ribnica and Moraca rivers and attracts with incredible views. Was the Ribnica Bridge built in Roman times? Do you know that the Clock Tower was built in the 17th century? You will visit Millennium Bridge, some of the most important monuments dedicated to Podgorica’s rulers during the long history, Orthodox cathedral third biggest in Balkans.

Welcome to Montenegro and start your New Year holiday in this beautiful country with the help of Monte Mare Travel. In this 8 days arrangement, visit the most recognizable places and monuments that are on the 'postcards' of Montenegro in world wide magazines. Enjoy concerts of regional popular stars, beautiful music and New Year's atmosphere on the Adriatic coast. Discover Podgorica - Capital of Montenegro and its most famous wineries, Cetinje - Old Royal Capital with its museums and churches,Ostrog - the third most visited place when it comes to visits to the Christian world, just after Christ's tomb in Jerusalem and the Holy Mountain in Greece. Then, Adriatic coast: Budva - Montenegrin metropolis of tourism, Perast a medieval town, Our Lady of the Rocks island, Kotor -included in the UNESCO list of World Cultural and Natural Heritage, Tivat -luxurious marina so-called 'Montenegrin Monaco' , Saint Stefan - a unique place in the whole world, at the same time an island - city - hotel...

In this authentic old village you are gonna see almost forgotten way of life like 100 years before. In our household you gonna meet lady who is preparing special kind of cheese, characteristic just for Kolasin aria. They also producing kajmak, milk cream, organic vegetables, meat...Besides the cheese production, you will breath fresh air and than taste the meals and dairy specialties. You can take a walk to the one the most beautiful viewpoints on Biogradsko lake and national park, or take a rest, or join the dairy farming work. Above all, you gonna meet sincere hospitality, simplicity, the feeling of respectful family valies and the past. There is no risk to get bored in the village.

The most important location in Podgorica you can visit bay easy car trip. We start from city center or your hotel. At first we go to Monastery Dajbabe which is built inside cave, amazing nature wonder. Later we go for coffee next to local Niagara falls, which is an old dam on Cijevna canyon. After that you would visit one of the biggest vineyard in Europe and have vine tasting in Sipcanik tunnel, the old military air base under the hill. After that we are going to visit ancient settlement the old Roman city Doclea, which is now just in ruins. From this place we are going to visit the Temple of Christ's resurrection which is one of the biggest and most beautiful in region. Later we will visit Petrovica castle which is now art gallery and than we would travel around city center to see 3 monuments of greatest Montenegrin rulers of Petrovic family. Our last destination is Old town and ruins of Nemanjica city, where tour ends up. We can left you in restaurant or take you back to hotel.

Montenegrin history is amazing. Tour starts from hotel by car pickup and goes first to the village Karuc, an old fisherman village which is now touristic place. There is and old abandoned house of St Petar Cetinjski, and nice restaurant for morning coffee. From this place we would continue to one view point where you can see one of the most amazing picture in Montenegro and late we go to touristic village River Crnojevica, one of the first Montenegrin settlement where now lives just few families. From this place we continue to Macalov brijeg, small bar with view point on Skadar lake and have short break for domestic juice or drink. After that we continue to the village Virpazar, visit fort Besac and have story about National park Skadar lake. After short visit we would continue to village Zabljak Crnojevica, where is the abandoned castle of first Montenegrin ruling family Crnojevici and later to have lunch in local restaurant. When you get ready we will take you back to your hotel.

Podgorica is the capital of a beautiful Balkans country Montenegro. Do you know that Podgorica is counting its history further than Roman or Ottoman Empires? Podgorica’s New Town reveilles European aesthetic. In the company of your local guide, you will take a walking tour of the Modern Town of Podgorica during which you will be impressed with its style of living and stories behind Podgorica’s major sights. What has Podgorica to do with Vladimir Vysotsky? Why the Podgorica’s City Hall and National Theatre is so important for the locals? Do you know that Montenegrins love long talks over drinks? Don't forget to enjoy classic Balkans cuisine at Podgorica restaurants and bars where you must to taste “national drink,” rakija. Have you ever heard about the Cathedral of the Resurrection of Christ? This art and religion monument will leave you speechless even if you do not church loving person! You will visit the Republic Square, Ulica Slobode, Njegoševa Ulica, Millennium Bridge.

On the Podgorica panoramic walking tour, you will visit the most important historical and cultural parts of Podgorica. Your tour guide will first take you on the walking tour between the new and the old part of the town where you will get to see the old Ottoman town remains, Old Town Ribnica’s remains, the place where Podgorica’s two rivers meet, and the city’s famous parks, bridges and institutions. At this point of the tour, you will be transported by car to the best vantage point in all of Podgorica on top of a hill. From here, you will be able to see all of Podgorica, and its valley, surrounded by the high hills and mountains. This will bring us to the last part of this tour, where you will ride through the most modern part of the city, including the visit to King Nicola’s summer house and park, and we will finish the tour with a visit to the Orthodox temple of Resurrection of the Christ.