Cycling in Montenegro: Summit to Sea
Cycling in Montenegro: Summit to Sea
Cycling in Montenegro: Summit to Sea
8 Days Starting in Zabljak, Montenegro and ending in Kotor, Montenegro
Visiting: Zabljak, Durmitor National Park, Podgorica, Cetinje, Kotor, Bay of Kotor, Tivat
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Tour code:
563
Specialist Group:
Singles Solo
Guide Type:
Self Guided
Group size:
1 - 10
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Tour Overview
Embark on an exhilarating cycling adventure through Montenegro with the "Cycling in Montenegro: Summit to Sea" tour. This journey takes you from the majestic peaks of the Durmitor mountain region to the stunning coastal beauty of the Bay of Kotor. Experience the thrill of cycling to the edge of the Tara River Canyon, crossing the iconic Tara bridge, and exploring the UNESCO-listed Durmitor National Park. Discover the vastness of the largest lake on the Balkan Peninsula with views of the Albanian Alps, and climb through the karst landscapes into Lovcen National Park. Enjoy the cultural richness of the Bay of Kotor, with its Roman mosaics and historic church islands, and take a detour to the Solila Bird Sanctuary in Tivat Bay. With comfortable accommodations in scenic locations and optional private transfers, this tour offers a perfect blend of adventure and relaxation.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Arrive Zabljak
Location: Zabljak
Accommodation Name: Accommodation in Zabljak
Arrival in Zabljak (by public transport or optional private transfer from Dubrovnik, Podgorica or Tivat Airport). A private transfer from Podgorica to Zabljak is about 2.5 hours. A welcome meeting at your hotel with our local representative, where there will be an introduction to the tour, tour documents (maps, hotel vouchers) will be handed out, and rental bike fittings will take place (if booked). You will spend the next two nights in Durmitor National Park.
Day 2 : Highlights Of Durmitor National Park 35 Km
Location: Durmitor National Park
Accommodation Name: Accommodation in Zabljak
Meals Included: Breakfast
After breakfast, hop on your bike and explore the spectacular Durmitor mountain region. You can visit the famous Black Lake, a glacial lake at an altitude of 1,400 m, and then continue cycling to the medieval tombstones of the Bogomils, also called Stecci. These tombstones are part of the UNESCO World Heritage – as is the entire Durmitor National Park. Overnight in Zabljak. Cycling for the day: 35 km ?300m ?300m
Day 3 : Zabljak – Tara River Canyon – Podgorica 65 Km
Location: Podgorica
Accommodation Name: Accommodation in Podgorica
Today you leave the roof of Montenegro and first you cross the plateau to the edge of the Tara Gorge. Take a look back at Durmitor mountains before descending a serpentine road to the famous Tara bridge. Follow the Tara upstream, you will pass through the Crna Poda forest reserve with its imposing Snake pines and you can visit the Dobrilovina Monastery. The tour ends in Mojkovac. From there you will be picked up for a transfer to Podgorica. Overnight in Podgorica. Cycling for the day: 65 km ?1188 m ?1830 m
Day 4 : Podgorica – Rijeka Crnojevica – Cetinje
Location: Cetinje
Accommodation Name: Accommodation in Cetinje
During today’s bike tour you will discover the beauty of the largest lake on the Balkan Peninsula. You will experience the vastness of the lake on a panoramic trip through old villages. There are always wonderful views of the lake and the peaks of the Albanian Alps in the background. Your destination is the village of Rijeka Crnojevica. There you can fill up your batteries before we take you from Rijeka Crnojevica to the old capital Cetinje (30min). Explore the historic city center of the former residential city. Overnight in Cetinje. Cycling for the day: 40 km ?400 m ?400 m
Day 5 : Cetinje – Lovcen National Park – Kotor
Location: Kotor
Accommodation Name: Accommodation in Kotor
The ride today starts directly from Cetinje with a climb through the karst up into the Lovchen National Park. After this ascent, you will enjoy a descent, which offers breathtaking views of the Bay of Kotor. Overnight in Kotor. Cycling for the day: 48 km ?850 m ?1490 m
Day 6 : Bay Of Kotor
Location: Bay of Kotor
Accommodation Name: Accommodation in Kotor
Kotor Bay features outstanding natural beauty and numerous cultural highlights, like Roman mosaics in Risan and the church islands of the baroque town of Perast. Explore the bay while cycling along the beautiful coast. This relaxed day completes this magnificent biking adventure from the mountains to the sea in Montenegro. Cycling for the day: 45 km ?200 m ?200 m
Day 7 : Tivat Bay
Location: Tivat
Accommodation Name: Accommodation in Kotor
Tivat is currently the trendiest place on Montenegro’s coast. A detour to the Solila Bird Sanctuary offers a different perspective of this part of the Bay of Kotor. The bike tour takes first to Trojica Pass between Tivat and Kotor. From there you roll comfortably down to Tivat. The bird sanctuary is right by the airport and is a short detour of about 6km before you reach the center of Tivat. The way back to Kotor leads along the coastal road. Overnight in Kotor. Cycling for the day: 40 km ?312 m ?312 m
Day 8 : Departure
Meals Included: Breakfast
The tour ends after breakfast. Optional private transfer to your departure airport.
What's Included
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Accommodation
Accommodation is provided in Zabljak, Podgorica, Cetinje, and Kotor during the tour.
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Cycling Tour
The tour includes cycling through various scenic routes in Montenegro, including Durmitor National Park, Tara River Canyon, and the Bay of Kotor.
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Welcome Meeting
A welcome meeting with a local representative is included, where tour documents and rental bike fittings (if booked) will be provided.
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Transfer to Podgorica
Transfer from Mojkovac to Podgorica is included after the cycling tour on Day 3.
What's Not Included
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Arrival Transport
Transport to Zabljak at the start of the tour is not included, but optional private transfers from Dubrovnik, Podgorica, or Tivat Airport are available.
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Departure Transport
Transport from Kotor to the departure airport at the end of the tour is not included, but optional private transfers are available.
Mode of Transport
Travel through Montenegro by bike, with optional private transfers available from Dubrovnik, Podgorica, or Tivat Airport, and enjoy scenic rides through national parks and along the coast.
Accommodation
Enjoy comfortable accommodations in Montenegro, with stays in Zabljak, Podgorica, Cetinje, and Kotor, offering a mix of scenic mountain and coastal settings.
Check out our Q&As
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What type of transportation is used during the tour?
The tour primarily involves traveling through Montenegro by bike. Optional private transfers are available from Dubrovnik, Podgorica, or Tivat Airport.
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What kind of accommodation can I expect on this tour?
You will enjoy comfortable accommodations in Montenegro, staying in Zabljak, Podgorica, Cetinje, and Kotor, which offer a mix of scenic mountain and coastal settings.
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Is there a welcome meeting included in the tour?
Yes, a welcome meeting with a local representative is included, where tour documents and rental bike fittings (if booked) will be provided.
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Are there any transfers included during the tour?
Yes, a transfer from Mojkovac to Podgorica is included after the cycling tour on Day 3.
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What is the starting point of the tour?
The tour starts in Zabljak, Montenegro.
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Where does the tour end?
The tour ends in Kotor, Montenegro.
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Is transport to the starting location included?
Transport to Zabljak at the start of the tour is not included, but optional private transfers from Dubrovnik, Podgorica, or Tivat Airport are available.
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Is transport from the end location included?
Transport from Kotor to the departure airport at the end of the tour is not included, but optional private transfers are available.
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
The Natural Adventure was founded by people who love hiking and cycling in wild and wonderful places. Places that we want to keep that way. Responsible tourism has, therefore, been at the heart of what we do since the get go.
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Am I contributing to any charity by booking the tour?
In April 2020 as a response to the COVID-19 crisis, we launched the Support Local Communities Initiative. We have enabled an option when booking a tour for customers to make a donation to support our local partners. 100% of the donations go directly to our local suppliers.
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Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?
Whether you’re travelling on your own, as a couple, a group of friends, or a family, our self-guided holidays allow you the freedom to choose your own holiday companions.
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
Our self guided walking and cycling holidays typically include: Accommodation, Breakfasts, Luggage transfers, Detailed holiday information pack including GPS-checked and regularly updated route descriptions, road notes and maps, 24/7 phone assistance by our local representative and/or our central office
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
We are part of the 'Safe Travels' initiative.
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Can I join the tour once it has departed?
Yes, as long as you can reach the next location.
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
Accommodations in double or twin rooms (solo travellers are usually accommodated in single rooms at an extra cost; we never mix and match)
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What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?
If possible, and entirely at the discretion of the Tour Operator, a change of the dates may be possible without charging an amendment fee, provided that it is requested at least 30 days before the departure date. In some cases, we will still have to pass to you any non-refundable charges imposed by our suppliers. In all other cases, change of dates will normally be treated as a cancellation.
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
All places have been carefully checked by us and their quality is regularly monitored. We have selected accommodations that offer friendly service, clean and comfortable rooms and local flavour.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
The Natural Adventure was founded in the UK in 2009, by Peter Duncan, former UK Chief Scout and BBC Blue Peter presenter, and Alex Pazderski, an avid hiker and acclaimed expedition kayaker. Both natural adventurers and keen explorers of wild places and trails, remote communities and responsible tourism partners, Peter and Alex founded our company inspired by the responsible travel values t
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Low Deposit
The Natural Adventure requires a minimum deposit of 20% or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 42 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of the natural adventure charges.
Up to 42 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 30 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 14 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.