1st Day | Istanbul – Podgorica – Budva
Meet at the Istanbul Airport International Departures Terminal at 07:15 PM. Following ticketing, baggage, and passport procedures, depart for Montenegro's capital, Podgorica, at 10:15 PM via Air Montenegro scheduled flight MNE-405. Arrival at Podgorica Airport at 11:05 PM local time.
After passport control and entry procedures upon arrival, set off for Budva. Arrival in Budva, one of the most famous holiday destinations in the Balkans with its magnificent beaches and vibrant nightlife, following an approximately 1-hour journey. Transfer and check-in to our hotel. Guests who wish may enjoy Budva’s nightlife at its beautiful restaurants and entertainment venues. Overnight at our hotel.
2nd Day | Budva (Tivat – Porto Montenegro – Kotor – Perast)
After breakfast at the hotel, an optional full-day Kotor and Fjords Tour (€75). On this tour, we will see Tivat, Porto Montenegro, Kotor, and Perast. In Perast, we will take a short, pleasant boat trip around the Our Lady of the Rocks and Saint George islands.
Note: An entrance fee/landing tax of €5 for visiting Our Lady of the Rocks island, church entry, etc., is payable additionally!
On our tour, we will first move to Tivat and visit the Porto Montenegro marina, known for its high-end development. Next, we will explore Kotor—a tourist and historical city of the region listed as a UNESCO World Natural and Cultural Heritage Site, surrounded by white stone walls and illuminated by the Mediterranean sun—along with the Bay of Kotor and the historical fortress city. Situated in southwestern Montenegro and south of Croatia on the Adriatic coast, Kotor is home to Europe's largest fjord after Norway and a natural harbor consisting of four bays connected by narrow straits. The barren mountains surrounding the bay drop steeply to the shore.
Following our guided Kotor city tour, those who wish can swim during the free time provided for personal activities (do not forget to bring your swimwear). Next, we will visit Perast, a charming baroque town in the Bay of Kotor famous for its small islands. After our visits in Perast, we will return to Budva.
Late afternoon Budva city tour. On our Budva walking tour, we will visit Stari Grad (Old Town) and the citadel. In the evening, the Montenegro Night program with Live Music and Dinner, included in the package price, will take place. This tour includes a special dinner with limited alcoholic drinks accompanied by live music at a nice restaurant on the Budva seafront. Overnight at our hotel.
3rd Day | Budva (Sveti Stefan – Stari Bar – Virpazar – Lake Skadar – Cetinje / Budva Coastline Boat Tour)
After breakfast at the hotel, an optional full-day Sveti Stefan, Cetinje (Montenegro's former Royal Capital), Virpazar Lake Skadar Boat Tour, and Stari Bar Tour with lunch (€130).
We start the day with the famous Sveti Stefan island, stopping at a panoramic viewpoint for photos of its extraordinary scenery. Originally a fortified fisherman village in the 15th century, Sveti Stefan was nationalized years ago and later leased to a Singapore-based hotel chain. Having been converted into a resort through restoration efforts, it was a popular retreat for celebrities like Sophia Loren, Marilyn Monroe, and Liz Taylor during the 1960s, 70s, and 80s.
Next, we will discover Cetinje, Montenegro's former royal capital. On our walking tour here, sights include the former Turkish Consulate, the small Cetinje square, King Nikola's House, and the historic Serbian Orthodox Monastery. Continuing our route, we head to the town of Virpazar. In Virpazar, a charming town overlooking Lake Skadar, we will take a pleasant boat tour in the Lake Skadar National Park. On board, you will have the chance to sample famous Montenegrin wines. Spotting pelicans on the largest lake in the Balkans, which hosts around 250 different bird species, will be a wonderful privilege.
Afterward, we visit Stari Bar to see the oldest settlement in the city of Bar, where the Ottoman Empire ruled for 400 years. Passing through the city of Bar up to Londse Hill, at Stari Bar we will admire wonderful Ottoman architecture, remnants of other civilizations, a lush green valley, and the Rumija Mountains. Depending on the itinerary flow, a late lunch will be served at a special restaurant in Virpazar, Cetinje, or Stari Bar, featuring local traditional dishes.
Important: The order of places visited on today's tour may be modified by the guide depending on traffic, road, and weather conditions!
During the summer months, "Stari Bar" is excluded from the itinerary due to heavy traffic, reducing the tour fee to €110.
Additionally, during the summer months, an optional half-day "Budva Coastline Boat Tour with Swimming Stop" is available (€75).
4th Day | Budva (Herceg Novi – Portonovi – Jumbo – Cable Car)
After breakfast at the hotel, a free day for shopping and leisure. In the morning, optional full-day Herceg Novi, Portonovi, and Jumbo Tour (€75).
On this tour, we will first see Herceg Novi, a historic city famous for its natural beauty, lush vegetation, and the scent of linden trees, located near the Croatian border. We will explore Herceg Novi, the "City of Fortresses," on foot. Sights include Nikola Đurković Square, the Clock Tower, Kanli Kula (Bloody Tower), Belavista Square, St. Archangel Michael Church, Forte Mare Fortress, and the statue of King Tvrtko.
Afterward, we will visit Portonovi marina, one of Montenegro's new luxury tourism investments. In the afternoon, on our way back to Budva, we will take an approximately 1.5-hour shopping break at Jumbo Shopping Center. (Jumbo is closed on Sundays.) Following free time for personal exploration, shopping, and activities, we return to Budva.
During summer months, the Kotor Cable Car can be added to our tour program for an additional €40. You can consult your tour guide for details. Overnight at our hotel.
5th Day | Budva – Podgorica – Istanbul
After an early breakfast at the hotel, depart for Podgorica Airport. Following baggage and ticketing procedures, depart for Istanbul at 10:20 AM via Air Montenegro scheduled flight MNE-404. Arrival at Istanbul Airport at 01:00 PM local time, marking the end of our tour.
Round-trip Economy Class airfare with Air Montenegro on the Istanbul Airport (IST) – Podgorica (TGD) – Istanbul Airport (IST) route
Airport taxes and handling/service fees
4 nights' accommodation with breakfast at the selected hotel category
Budva Old Town (Stari Grad) walking tour
Airport–hotel–airport transfers and intercity transfers included in the itinerary
Turkish-speaking tour guide / tour assistant services
Montenegro Night with live music and dinner (included for all departures until 31 October 2026).
Overseas departure tax
All tours and optional excursions not specified in the itinerary
Lunches and dinners
Entrance fees to museums, archaeological sites, and other attractions
Personal expenses
Optional tips for the driver and tour guide
Overseas travel health insurance