Montenegro & the Bay of Kotor plus Dubrovnik

Unlike the fjords sprinkled throughout Europe, Montenegro’s Bay of Kotor was not carved by glaciers. Instead, the bay is a ria, a submerged river valley created by rising sea levels. Admire the landscape of jaw-dropping hills, plummeting cliffs and emerald waters while sailing to Our Lady of the Rocks, a man-made island. Continue to medieval Perast, a charming lakefront town with churches, palaces, defensive towers and monuments, and enjoy a cruise to Kotor, a UNESCO listed-town encircled by fortifications.

Travel through a picturesque landscape to Lake Skadar, the largest freshwater lake in the Balkans with sleepy villages and remnants of ancient monasteries, monuments and churches. During a boat tour, admire the lake’s flora and fauna, and learn about its ecosystem and endemic species. Continue to Tuzi to a vineyard owned by Plantaže, one of Eastern Europe’s biggest wine producers. Tour the company’s Šipčanik wine cellar, located in a former underground Yugoslav-era aircraft hangar, and enjoy a tasting of delicious wines.

Begin the day in lovely Budva, enclosed within medieval citadel walls and host to many historic monuments and pretty churches. These beautiful buildings tell stories of the different peoples that have passed through Budva.  Tonight, discover the magic of Kotor. As the sun sinks along the bay, Kotor’s streetlights cast a soft, romantic glow on its cobblestone lanes and honey-stone buildings. Take a walk and enjoy the tranquil ambience while dining on your own.

 Those who stay in the city for free time today may wish to walk around the old walls of the city, an experience that offers splendid views of Dubrovnik’s distinctive orange rooftops, the harbor and the vast stretch of blue sea. Or, choose to join us for our elective activity to the delightful and stunning Pelješac Peninsula. Tonight, raise a toast to your adventure at a Farewell Reception and Dinner.