Fly from Dublin to Dubrovnik, then transfer to Budva, Montenegro. On arrival, settle into your hotel. Enclosed by Venetian walls, this charming quarter is home to narrow streets, historic churches, and lively squares – a perfect introduction to your trip.

Accommodation:

Mediteran Hotel & Resort, 4-star – Budva
A modern seaside hotel with comfortable rooms, swimming pools, wellness facilities, and a choice of restaurants. Ideally located close to both Budva’s Old Town and the beach, it’s the perfect base for your walking holiday.

Today begins with a guided walking tour of Budva’s Old Town followed by a cable car ride from Kotor into Lovćen National Park. Walk through meadows, woodlands, and limestone slopes, with wide views over the coast and Lake Skadar. This area is also of cultural importance, home to the Mausoleum of Njegoš, Montenegro’s national poet and ruler. Return to Budva in the evening.

Height Difference: 455m

Duration: 3.5 hours | 10 km

Level: Moderate

Follow a downhill path from the hills above Lake Skadar to the small village of River Crnojevića. Follow a historic route along an old caravan road and footpath on the left bank of the river. The trail passes one of Montenegro’s earliest hydropower plants and the remains of old mills, offering a look into the area’s industrial past. The varied landscape and quiet surroundings make this a walk that combines natural interest with local history.

Max Height: 81m

Duration: 3 hours | 9 km

Level: Easy

Walk along the Vrmac Ridge, a quiet peninsula between the Bay of Kotor and the Bay of Tivat. The trail passes old fortifications and hamlets, with rewarding views of both bays. Return to Budva for dinner and an evening at leisure.

Height Difference: +785m / -300m

Duration: 4 hours | 10.5 km

Level: Moderate

Transfer: 1h30m

Today is free for you to relax or explore at your own pace. Enjoy the hotel facilities, stroll along the beach, or perhaps take an optional excursion such as a boat trip or a visit to nearby towns.

Enjoy a walk through the hills overlooking Budva, passing olive groves, meadows, and small villages. The route offers regular viewpoints over the Adriatic coastline before returning to your hote

Take a guided tour of the UNESCO-listed city of Kotor, with its medieval streets and squares. In the afternoon, enjoy a 2-hour speedboat trip on the Bay of Kotor, including a visit to Our Lady of the Rocks island.