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Montenegro
Kotor, Perast, Tivat

Montenegro Travel Guide

Montenegro delivered some of our most magical moments with its dramatic Bay of Kotor, charming coastal towns, and incredible cycling adventures. The combination of medieval architecture, crystal-clear waters, and mountain backdrops created the perfect setting for both active adventures and relaxed coastal living.

Top Highlights in Montenegro

Cycling from Kotor to Perast along the stunning bay coastline

Swimming off the jetty with locals at La Ricetta with 6€ aperols

Exploring the picturesque town of Perast and Our Lady of the Rocks

Enjoying fresh burek pies from the local bakery every morning

Watching sunset an hour early because of the dramatic mountains

Experiencing the authentic local atmosphere away from cruise ship crowds

Essential Travel Tips for Montenegro

Euro currency makes it easy if traveling from other European countries

Cycling to Perast - start easy along water, highway section a bit spicy but beautiful

Bajova Kula beach suggested by cycling gal - lovely chill spot with beach beds

La Ricetta has 6€ aperols sign - can't walk past that! Swim off jetty with locals

Local bakery for burek pies - get them fresh out of the oven

Tivat much warmer than Kotor because of mountain protection

Suggested Montenegro Itineraries

Bay of Kotor Cycling Adventure

3 Days

Day 1: Kotor Exploration

  • Morning: Run to south of port, explore old town and market
  • Afternoon: Breakfast at pasta bar (omelettes not impressive)
  • Evening: 2L beers at home, chill out and planning

Day 2: Cycling to Perast

  • Morning: Local bakery for fresh burek spinach and cheese pies
  • Day: Cycle to Perast - easy along water, highway section spicy but beautiful views
  • Afternoon: Stop at Bajova Kula beach - lovely spot with beach beds and music
  • Evening: Lunch at Arminia in Perast - great spot by water, stuffed eggplant amazing

Day 3: Local Life & Aperols

  • Afternoon: Our Lady of the Rocks from Perast (decided not to go)
  • Evening: La Ricetta - 6€ aperols sign, swam off jetty with locals
  • Sunset: Watched sun go down hour early because of mountains, cycling back