Things to do in Virpazar, Bar Municipality: The Best Cultural Tours

Through centuries many empires came to Montenegro and many succeeded in conquering it. No wonder why there are still remains of different architectural styles standing today still. On this tour, we will guide you through stories and places that have that little “something”. Our first stop is the Old royal capital of Cetinje. It’s a living postcard with small houses, museums and a monastery from the 15th century. The next stop is, Budva old town, the simple must-see spot in Montenegro visited by all travelers but popular for locals also. Kotor old town is a medieval town with a history dating from over 1000 years B.C.Since 1979 the Kotor old town is on UNESCO’s World Heritage List. On the way back we will do a photo stop above St. Stefan island, the former fishing village situated on a peninsula today is visited by Holywood stars and Royal families Skadar Lake and visiting Virpazar town once was the main marketplace of the area but today the main spot in National Park Skadar Lake.

Inclusions: Pick up,drop off, tour organization, Tourist taxes, Local guide, One bottle of water per person

Exclusions: Food and souvenirs, Alcoholic Beverages

Take an unforgettable experience of touring the Skadar lake by car. The tour starts in front of Podgorica hotel and continues down the road to the fisherman village Karuc - famous for its beautiful ambient, nature, and historical significance. On our way to Rijeka Crnojevica, we will stop at Pavlova Strana - the most popular viewpoint. After that, we reach Rijeka Crnojevica – with its long tradition and huge historical significance. The trip continues through Poseljani and Komarno - hidden jewels of this area. As we continue our way to Virpazar, you will enjoy the most beautiful panoramas over the Skadar Lake, Prokletije mountains, and even parts of Albania. At the end of the tour we'll stop in Zabljak Crnojevica, the old capital of Montenegro.

Inclusions: Fuel, Water, Entrance ticket for Besac castle, English speaking guide

Exclusions: Transfer to meeting point in Podgorica (can be arranged on request), Lunch Can be arranged on request, 10€ per person

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.

Inclusions: Karuc village and Macalov brijeg, Lunch is at the end in Zabljak Crnojevica, Bottled water, Air-conditioned vehicle, Tour guide

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Virpazar is a small fishing village, located on the road between Podgorica and the Montenegrin coast, at the confluence of the river Crmnica and Orahovica in the lake. It is also recognizable by local wines, which you can taste in family vineyards and cellars in the center and the surrounding area. Skadar Lake is the largest lake in Montenegro and on the Balkan. The lake has many islands and peninsula with traces of history and valuable cultural heritage: Žabljak (15th century) – the capital of the Crnojević dynasty, Lesendro - fortress on the rock at the lake, the fortress Grmožur - the Montenegrin Alcatraz. The lake has 18 important historical monuments that witness to Montenegrin history from the 11th century to the present. The lake is known for its diversity of flora and fauna. Skadar Lake is a bird's paradise, it has 264 bird species... On the shore of Skadar Lake, as a small place on the same river, there is – Rijeka Crnojevića, known as the Montenegrin Venice.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, All Fees and Taxes, Travel insurance, Boat riding on Skadar Lake (2 hours), Snack and drinks on boat during cruising

Exclusions: Food and drink during the tour not listed in the program, Other non-program costs, Travel health insurance - optional

One of the most memorable experience you can have in Montenegro is the centuries-old road that connects Lake Skadar with the eastern part of our Adriatic Coast. You will enjoy incredible panoramic views of the lake, visit to its old villages and sample local products characteristic of this region, and finish the tour with the sunny Adriatic zone with its mile’s long beach’s and old towns. When you arrive here, just breathe in the cool fresh air, enjoy great panoramas and capture the dramatic natural views with your camera. This signature tour takes you away from crowds to a place where you can relax, rejuvenate and rest.

Inclusions: Licensed tour guide, Drive in a standard sedan vehicle, Parking and all road fees, Visit to a local household at Godinje village with wine tasting and snacks

Exclusions: Drinks and snacks that you buy during the tour, visits to restaurants and bars.

Skadar lake is among the greatest national parks in Montenegro an it is nature reserve for a lot of bird and fish species. Tour begin from Virpazar and easily flow trough channel to the first stop at island Grmozur which is from 19th century and used to be military fort and later prison, but now days is touristic attraction. Later we are heading to the Lesendro fort, which is greatest fort in Skadar lake built in 18th century, which also was island, but now days is peninsula. Fort is abandoned and damaged during wars and earthquakes, but is most interesting stop for tourists. After short break we are heading to the Kom monastery, which is built in 15th century. This is the most beautiful monastery around Skadar lake and it is still in good condition. Here you will have break to visit the monastery and find out why is so much important. You would have time for swimming and sunbat on a boat and enjoy tasting some domestic juice and vines. After break we are heading back to Virpazar.

Inclusions: Bottled water, Snacks, All Fees and Taxes, Tour guide , Alcoholic Beverages

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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.

Inclusions: Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Transportation in our mini coach, Skadar Lake cruise, Boka Bay cruise , Speedboat transfer, Lipa Cave visit, Museum visits, City guided visits , Tickets and taxes

Exclusions: Skadar Lake Speedboat tour €12 (minimum 3pax), Sveti Stefan visit €20, Cooking day 50€ per person (minimum 4 participants), Panorama flight €500 + VAT, Personal expenses, Lunch outside of program

Explore the central and coastal part of Montenegro. Visit Skadar lake and the little fortresses and villages around such as: Zabljak Crnojevica, Virpazar. Discover the old cities of Stari Bar, Kotor and Perast. Sail and speedboat around the Boka Bay. Learn about wine making and try finest Montenegrin wines in a family winery. Taste Mediterranean and continental cuisine and enjoy the famous sunsets around the Boka Bay.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Dinner, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, All Fees and Taxes, Transportation in our mini coach, Licensed tour guide , Skadar Lake cruise, Boka Bay cruise, Speedboat transfer , Lipa Cave visit, Wine cellar visits, Museum visits, City guided visits , Intimate group size

Exclusions: Cooking day 50€ per person (minimum 4 participants), Skadar Lake Speedboat tour €12 (minimum 3pax), Personal expenses, Lunch outside of program

Mountain and Sea. Like in a romantic movie. Like a vacation from paradise. Sails, wine, tasty food, sea and breathtaking views from the mountain picks in three days dedicated only to you. The tour for you. Stay close to the sea, to the capital and popular coast side but feel the tradition, luxury and relaxation enjoying the sun and good Montenegrin wine. That's the idea of this tour.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Dinner, Dinner, Breakfast, Beverages on boats, Skadar Lake boat tour, Sailing all day tour of Boka bay ( Blue Cave-Our Lady of the Rocks...), All Fees and Taxes

Exclusions: Souvenirs, lunch

In this arrangement we offer you combination of stunning Adriatic and central area of Montenegro. Through the walking city tour you will explore Podgorica – the capital of Montenegro, where you will stay during the arrangement. Next days, you will visit Ostrog monastery – the third most visited monastery in the Christian world, immediately after Christ’s tomb in Jerusalem and the Holy Mountain in Greece, Kuči area and tribe, Montenegrin Niagara waterfalls. Lovers of good wine will surely enjoy tasting Montenegrin wines in wine cellar Šipčanik in Ćemovsko field – one of the largest and most beautiful vineyards in Europe, as well as in the local traditional winery Mrkan on the road to the Rijeka Crnojevića (beautiful little historic place). You will have an opportunity to take a photo on the Pavlova side – viewpoint from which photos represent Montenegro in magazines worldwide, and visit Cetinje – Old Royal Capital,Budva, Kotor, Tivat, Perast, Bar, Ulcinj...

Inclusions: Lunch, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Lunch, Lunch, Breakfast, Transfer airport (Podgorica or Tivat) - hotel - airport, by modern air-conditioned vehicles, Panoramic tour of Podgorica, City tour of Podgorica with licensed tourist guide (in English) – approx. 2 hours, Licensed travel guide for excursions provided by the program (in English), 3 or 4-star hotel accommodation in a double/triple room in Podgorica - 5 nights , Residence tax and insurance, road expenses and parking fees, travel health insurance, tourist tax, Tickets: King Nikola’s Museum, Church of Our Lady of The Rocks, Tickets: Marko Miljanov museum, fortress Besac, National park Skadar lake, Old Olive Tree..., Wine tasting at Mrkan winery (2nd day), Wine tasting in wine cellar Šipčanik (4th day), Touristic train riding in Ćemovsko field (4th day)

Exclusions: Tickets: Cathedral of St. Triphon in Kotor, City Walls ‘Citadel’ in Budva, Boat cruising in Rijeka Crnojevića, Saint Stefan entrance for sightseeing an island 25 EUR per person, Licensed tourist guide for a specific language, Drinks and food during excursions not listed in the program, Other non - program costs, Single room use