Montenegro Pearls

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Montenegro, often called the “Pearl of Adriatic”, is a country of unique beauty and dramatic contrast where beautiful mountains surround calm waters.  Located in the South-eastern Adriatic, has 295- kilometer coastline. All in all, there are 120 beaches, with plenty of Blue Flags to go around. Montenegro presents a mix of the cultural influences of the Venetian, Ottoman and Hapsburg empires which makes it particularly attractive with great cultural diversity. With a mixture of both bustling cities and sleepy villages, it covers all bases. In Budva, the white-washed houses with sun-baked roofs are a picture- perfect Mediterranean scene, and the Medieval city is steeped in history – aside from Kotor, it’s got the only walled  Old  Town on Montenegro’s coast. After dark,the town comes alive with a vibrant nightlife. Further north is Rose, a peaceful hamlet on the Lustica peninsula. Far away from the tourist traps, Rose is still traditionally from Montenegro, and offers some of the best locally caught seafood in the region. The Bay of Kotor is the jewel in Montenegro’s crown. Here, looming mountains meet the Mediterranean, and a 28-kilometer bay extends inwards between the peaks. A World Heritage Site for nearly 40 years, this submerged river valley is home to many towns and villages, including the fortified hillside town of Kotor, the bay’s namesake. It was once owned by the Venetians, and the influence is very noticeable, with the architecture and cuisine of the bay’s settlements showing off an Italian flavor.

Choosing “Pearl of Adriatic” cruise you will have opportunity to have a holiday in completely relax admiring the beautiful bays of Montenegro and fabulous old towns. A holiday program organized to alternate several time for swimming and relaxation, visiting with a guide several coastal towns like Kotor, Perast, Budva , Herceg Novi and Tivat or enjoying a drink from the boat’s bar.

Day 1 TIVAT

You will be transferred from the airport to the harbor, where embarkation begins at 17:00 h.
Get settled in your cabin before welcome drink.
Dinner onboard for the first night.
Overnight at anchor.

Day 2 TIVAT - KOTOR

Our first visit will be the Maritime Heritage Museum,  interesting from a history point of view regarding Tivat and the early navy days. We sail into magnificent Boka Bay and we stop for lunch and swimming in Ljuta Bay.
We arrive early in port of Kotor , an UNESCO World Heritage site.
The town is a medieval maze of museums, churches, cafe-strewn squares and Venetian palaces and pillories. It’s a unique place to see for the position and history.
Enjoy dinner on your own at one of many restaurants present in Kotor.
Overnight at dock/anchor, depending of availability.

Day 3 KOTOR - BUDVA

After breakfast we have a city guided tour of the Old Town of Kotor.
We sail out of the bay in south direction.
Refresh yourself swimming in Dobra Luka Bay and enjoy lunch onboard.
Before arrive in Budva we will stop in the popular sandy beach Jaz.
You will have rest part of the day to explore Budva, one of the oldest settlements on the Adriatic coast, over 2,500 years old.
Here are the most beautiful Christian settlements and definitely the most amazing churches in this part of Europe.
Dinner out and overnight at anchor in Budva.

Day 4 BUDVA - BAR

After breakfast we set sail for Bar and stop for lunch in front of Sveti Stefan, a fortified island village.
In the past was a favorite hangout of 60’s film stars and royalty like Sophia Loren, Doris Day and Princess Margaret.
We will have a pleasant walk from Sveti Stefan to Przno through Milocer Park.
Before arrive in Bar we stop for afternoon swimming in Maljevik Bay, a small quiet bay.
Your evening is free to explore Bar on your own.
Overnight at dock.

Day 5 BAR - BIGOVA

Today, before to leave Bar, we go for a guided tour of Stari Bar, an old fortified town in the hinterland of today’s city of Bar. In the centuries had been its center, until the city moved down, into the field towards the sea. Today the Old fortress is abandoned and is in ruins. Here you can find many interesting souvenirs shops. We turn our compass back north with a stop for lunch and swimming in front of Petrovac, in Lucice Bay, one of the most beautiful sandy beaches. Before arriving in Bigova, a fisherman village, we make one more stop for swimming in Traste Bay.
Enjoy dinner on your own. Overnight at dock/anchor depending on availability.

Day 6 BIGOVA - HERCEG NOVI

After breakfast, we sail out and enjoy lunch onboard in Mirista Bay. Before arriving in Herceg Novi, we will stop for swimming in Njvice. Take time out to discover Herceg Novi, far from the madding crowds. Stroll through the empty streets, explore the old buildings and churches, check out the fortress Forte Mare and enjoy the atmosphere and the history.
Enjoy dinner on your own. Overnight at dock/anchor, depending on availability.

Day 7 HERCEG NOVI - PERAST - SVETI MARKO

For our last day, we sail into Boka Bay and stop in Risan Bay for lunch onboard. Risan is famous for the remnants of classical culture. You can’t miss to visit St. Nikola church in Perast and admire a stunning view from the top. Observe the small but beautiful exposition of the Perast museum, in Bujovic Palace. We sail out in direction to Tivat, in front of the island St Marco.
Tonight, enjo ycaptain’s dinner onboard. Overnight at anchor in front of Tivat.

Day 8 TIVAT, PORTO MONTENEGRO

Breakfast on board and check-out at 09:00. Transfer toTivat airport.

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