Dramatic Vistas of Montenegro’s Coast & Country

Awe-inspiring canyons and maritime panoramas await in one of Europe’s lesser explored countries. The region’s vibrant history and culture are a perfect backdrop to the dramatic landscapes you will experience in what poet Lord Byron described as “the most beautiful encounter between land and sea”. From the rustic villages and famous hospitality of Montenegro’s mountainous interior to the UNESCO protected Gulf of Kotor, this walk offers insight into this fascinating country.

Nights
7 to 7 Nights
Distance
41 to 41 miles
Location
Montenegro
Difficulty
Moderate
Season
May to Oct
Price from
£1255

Highlights

Exploring Europe’s wildest reaches: The mountains and canyons of Montenegro and Bay of Kotor

Walk through some of Europe’s most stunning national parks
Journey through awe-inspiring mountain passes and deep gorges
Spectacular train ride above canyons to Podgorica
Experience traditional Montenegrin hospitality, culture and cuisine
World Heritage Bay of Kotor and Tara Canyon
Experience a variety of dramatic landscapes, from bays to mountains
From £1255 per person
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Why walk in Montenegro

If you love being rewarded with a dramatic vista at every turn, this is the walk for you. Our trip through Montenegro will take you to the most iconic beauty spots, as well as lesser-known trails and historic villages. The mountainous interior abounds in expansive viewpoints, with paths following canyons and rocky outcrops – a stark contrast to the blue expanse of the Adriatic cutting into the country’s jagged coastline. Each night you’ll return to some of the region’s sleepy mountain villages or historic centres – an ideal place to soak up the local culture and lifestyle, such as in Kotor’s main square. In a region known for its fine weather, you’ll be able to step out into the sunshine during the dimmer UK months for a spell of invigorating walking in the pine-scented mountain air of the Montenegrin countryside.

Why walk in Montenegro

Overview of the walking route

You’ll start with a choice of walks in Durmitor National Park, offering you a variety of difficulties as a warm up to the start of your holiday. After that, you will explore the mountainous interior of the country including the celebrated Tara Canyon, the second deepest gorge after the Grand Canyon, and Montenegro’s mountain lakes teeming with wildlife. The itinerary includes some of the country’s most stunning peaks. The trip will then take you to the scenic Bay of Kotor, where through exploring old forts and historic villages, all perched above glittering bays and inlets, you will come into close quarters with the varied and often dramatic history of the region. Your holiday will come to a close in the historic town of Kotor itself.

Map of our Montenegro Walking Holiday

Our Accommodation choices

The accommodation we have handpicked for this trip will allow you to experience famed Balkan hospitality, including rustic B&Bs and staying with local families, who will also provide you with an opportunity to taste traditional Montenegrin cuisine. You will also be staying in a traditional village hut for an evening, letting you truly immerse yourself in the atmosphere and customs of the country. Montenegro’s medieval hamlets and old towns will provide a stunning backdrop to an evening spent at leisure after a day out walking, where the local taverns, bars and restaurants spring into life, serving specialities of the area. In Kotor, accommodation is less rural, but no less welcoming, with hotels and B&Bs often converted from the existing Venetian houses of the area.

Our Accommodation choices

Choose Your Walk

Our Dramatic Vistas of Montenegro's Coast and Country Itineraries

Zabljak to Stoliv

41 miles (66 km)

Key Information

  • 7 nights’ accommodation on a bed and breakfast basis (5 nights hotel, 1 night mountain hut, 1 night mountain apartment)
  • Luggage transfers
  • Personal transfers where indicated in the programme as a standard arrangement
  • Train ride from Kolasin to Podgorica (5€ per person payable direct on train - refunded in Podgorica)
  • Walk Pack, to include Road Book (route notes and maps)
  • Access to a Travel App
  • Information Meeting on Day 1 (arrival Day)
  • Transfers not mentioned in the standard itinerary
  • Packed lunches (own arrangements)
  • Evening meals (own arrangements). Available in local restaurant or in-house.
  • Travel to Zabljak/from Kotor
  • Packed lunches can be pre-booked if requested (please request at time of booking).
  • A guided tour of Cetinje can be provided if requested (please request at time of booking).
  • Airport transfers

Customise your trip?

We can organise additional nights/rest days, as well as transport options. Please contact us to discuss how we can help you with your specific requirements.

Dramatic Vistas of Montenegro's Coast and Country Client Reviews

4.7/5 based on 2 reviews

"Everything was well organised. Good attention to detail. The coordinator was very helpful and replied quickly to questions."

Anon
June 2025

"Celtic Trails does a fantastic job making sure that your needs and concerns are met, while providing an affordable, thoughtful and fun trip. I was so impressed with their attention to detail from the very start and would use them again in a heartbeat! Nathan, who was spot on, attentive, and answered all our questions. Honestly, the service we received was top notch and we are already considering another tour with Celtic Trails."

M. Boutieller
May 2024

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Hand-Picked Accommodation: Comfort Along the Way

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Customise your trip?

We can organise additional nights/rest days, as well as transport options. Please contact us to discuss how we can help you with your specific requirements.

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