Monasteries of Montenegro - Montenegro Travel Club private tour

7 to 8 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Our guide will explain how Orthodox tradition and Christian learning was used as a way to fight and preserve national identity and integrity. These monasteries and churches are results of that struggle, and they are Montenegro’s most important Orthodox heritage, and the highlight of this tour. You will also visit the Old royal capital, enjoy the panoramic views of different regions and learn about the Montenegrin way of life.

What's Included

Drive in a standard sedan vehicle
Parking and all road fees
Licensed tour guide
Ostrog monastery tourist tax for 5+ people
Drinks and snacks that you buy during the tour, visits to restaurants and bars.
Guide in other languages - up to request

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

This price includes pick up from following cities: Podgorica, Kotor, Tivat, Cetinje, Budva, Kolasin, Lake Skadar region, and Niksic. Other cities are up to request.

Itinerary

Duration: 7 to 8 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    When we arrive at Cetinje we will take a leisurely stroll through the city’s historical paths. We will make a short stop at the Cetinje Monastery and its church, followed by a visit to the Cipuri church. We will then take a walk through the main pedestrian street. Cetinje is a city museum with a lot of interesting stories about the hard but proud life of medieval Montenegro

    45 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 2

    After arriving at Podgorica, we will first visit the Dajbabe Monastery that is very characteristic because of its shape. We will enter the monastery cave that is shaped like a cross and hear the interesting legends of the place, and see its old fresco painted walls.

    15 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 3
    Ostrog Monastery

    We will first visit the Lower monastery of Saint Trinity and then we will proceed to the Upper Monastery to see the remains of ‘Saint Basil’, the most respected Saint in our tradition and Montenegrin Orthodox Christianity. Here we will spend some time to take photos and hear the fascinating stories about this legendary holy place.

    1 hour Admission ticket included
  • 4

    We will visit female Zdrebaonik Monastery with a church built in the 19th Century, dedicated to Saint Michael the Archangel. This church is positioned in the beautiful plain of Bjelopavlici and it represents one of the best organized Monasteries in the region.

    20 minutes Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Service animals allowed
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Montenegro Travel Club

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Day Trips
Full-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private Sightseeing Tours
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Ports of Call Tours
Religious Tours
Car Tours
Shore Excursions
Port Pickup
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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