Holidays in Montenegro: everything a tourist needs to know

Albina Panchenko News23.07.2024 08:20

Resorts in Montenegro

The perfect combination of natural beauty, rich culture and endless opportunities for outdoor activities. Read below to find out what you need to know to make your trip unforgettable.

Transportation

By bus

For those who prefer to travel on a budget, regular buses are a great option. You can travel from Ukraine to Montenegro from major cities such as Lviv and Odesa. From Kyiv, the journey will take about 24-30 hours and cost from €140 round trip. The main advantages of such trips are relatively low ticket prices and the opportunity to admire the scenery.

Flights from Poland

To save time, give preference to the plane. The nearest major airport with regular flights to Montenegro is located in Krakow. You can get there by bus, train, or car. The trip from Kyiv will take about 10-16 hours, depending on the chosen transport.

Choose direct destinations to Podgorica or Tivat. The air travel time will take about 1.5-2 hours, and the price starts from €163 round-trip.

Holidays in Montenegro: everything a tourist needs to know

Accommodation

Let's look at the main options and their cost for two people for 5 days.

For those who are looking for comfort and sophistication, we offer luxury hotels located mainly on the Adriatic coast. A superior double room will cost €525.

Middle-class apartments are famous for their value for money. You will have to pay €329 for a king-size bed, and breakfast is included.

For young tourists with a limited budget, we recommend choosing hostels. They offer not only shared rooms, but also private ones. A sofa for two in a shared room costs from €63. A room with a shared bathroom costs about €125.

By the way, tourists often choose campsites. After all, this is a great opportunity to live right by the sea or in the mountains. Approximate cost: from €100 and up.

Food

The coastal areas are usually famous for their Mediterranean cuisine with a lot of fish dishes. In Montenegro, you can find not only traditional restaurants, but also vegetarian options.

A meal in an inexpensive restaurant will cost €5.95. If you are in Budva, be sure to visit Grape Café, Drina and Pod Lozom.

In the supermarket, a budget set of products costs about €5.16:

water - €1.23;
Bread - €0.65;
12 eggs - €1.85;
1 kilogram of orange - €1.43.

Transportation

Most tourists choose the bus system because it covers most parts of the city and is accessible to everyone. Passenger buses run from morning to late evening. A one-way ticket costs €1.07 and a taxi costs €1.19.

By the way, travelers often choose to rent bicycles, from €10 to €25. We advise you to ask about insurance right away. Also, make sure that the two-wheeler is in good condition before renting it.

Entertainment

Montenegro is rich in historical and cultural attractions. Be sure to visit the ancient cities, castles, and monasteries: the province of Kotor, the ancient capital of Cetinje, the fortress of St. John, and the San Giovanni Palace.

For lovers of active recreation, we suggest a trip to the Durmitor or Lovcen National Parks. You can also try rafting in the Tara River canyon or go hiking in the mountains. By the way, you can go on a cruise to the island of St. Stephen and the only man-made archipelago Gospa od Škrpjela (Virgin on the Rock).

Resorts

Budva

Perfect for young people and entertainment lovers. There is a lot of greenery and flowers here. Keep in mind that the city is noisy both day and night.

The beaches are mostly sandy with a developed tourist infrastructure. Their total length is over 11 kilometers. During your walk, you will find many souvenir shops, cozy cafes, restaurants, and discos with casinos.

We also recommend visiting the city museum on Starohradska Square. Its collection includes more than 3000 exhibits found during excavations.

Bečići-Rafailovićs

Back in 1936, the coastline received the Grand Prix as the best in Europe. The locals are still proud of it. The length of the promenade is more than 2 kilometers. The resort is home to the most famous hotels in Montenegro.

Cetinje

The ancient capital of Montenegro will be a good place for a family vacation with children. The climate is mostly humid, warm and calm. In the Lovcen mountain range, you can go rock climbing and paragliding.

Be sure to visit the Cetinje Monastery. The most important religious center was founded in the XV century. Numerous relics are kept here, including the hand of St. John the Baptist and a piece of the Life-Giving Cross.