WHY NOT MONTENEGRO?
My trip to Montenegro is packed with discoveries, adventures and amazing memories.
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VISA
VISA is FREE
As long as you have a valid UAE residence, US Visa, Schengen Visa, UK Visa. To double check the visa requirements, click the above link.
FLIGHT
With flydubai’s summer seasonal flights to Tivat, Montenegro (TIV – Airport Code) makes travel to Montenegro easy and accessible. Click the link to book your flight!
CURRENCY
EURO
TIP: Bring a coin purse.
CHARGER
Two Pin Socket
Type F: also known as “Schuko”. This socket also works with plug C and plug E.
ACCOMODATION
Montenegro’s top destinations are TIVAT, KOTOR, BUDVA and PODGORICA (Capital).
I recommend to book your accommodation in KOTOR. Why?
The LOCATION OF THE TOWN IS JUST SO PERFECT – ACCESSIBLE AND THE CENTER OF EVERYTHING.
You can find:
- Lots of shops and restaurants
- Banks
- Landmarks of history
- Attractions – Hike to St. John’s Fortress
- Boat tours
- Cruise ships docking everyday
- Parties and nightlife
And all the other places like Budva, Tivat can be accessed from Kotor for a day trip through the local buses and taxis at the very affordable prices.
TOURS
If you want to see and discover more of Montenegro, I recommend to book your tours with 360 Monte Travel Agency. They offer various day tours like:
- The Great Montenegro Tour (Highly Recommended)
- North Montenegro Tour
- Kotor Bay Cruise
- Tara Rafting Tour
I had an amazing at the “Old Town Kotor Hostel”. Great place, cool staff and amazing deals and daily activities. Click the link to book your stay!
- Nicely decorated Old Town Hostel East Wing has 8 dorms ( with 5,6,7,8 & 12 beds ) , 3 double bed rooms & one apartment.
- West Wing part we have 4 dorms (with 5,6 & 8 beds) and 2 double bed rooms. Each of the dorm rooms has their own bathrooms with shower and toillete.
- Also, in the dorms and rooms you will find small kitchenette. In both of our wings we have bigger fully equipped kitchens for heavy cooking.
I stayed for 3 nights at the hostel and paid EUR 11 per night through Hostelworld.
The hostel’s location is in Kotor’s Old Town where you can find so many restaurants, coffee shops, supermarkets and most of the attractions are just within its vicinity.
For me, KOTOR is the perfect location to discover Montenegro.
WHAT TO DO IN MONTENEGRO?
My 4 days / 3 nights trip was loaded with DIY activities plus the tours provided by the hostel. To kick off….
DAY 1
Morning
- Old Town Tour
- Hiked to the Kotor’s Fortress
- This fortress provides a hike with sweeping views of old town and the bay.
- Entrance Fee: 8 Euro
- Small backpack
- Bring bottles of water (2 if possible)
- Rubber shoes is a must!
- Sunscreen to protect your skin
Afternoon
I joined the booze cruise (Kotor Bay Cruise) organized by the hostel and it was absolutely FREE.
- Swimwear
- Bring your own booze and snacks
Evening
Dinner at the Old Town
DAY 2
DIY Trip to Budva (Whole Day Trip)
TIP: Bring your powerbank.
Took the bus at the Tivat Bus Station to Budva Bus Station (EUR4). Travel time is 20-25 minutes.
Things to do in Budva:
- Explore the Old Town
- Had Lunch / Afternoon Snacks at Mogren Restaurant
- Explored Mogren Beach / Caves
- Walked around the corniche and then spent 2-3 hours by the beach and rented sun bed at Torch Beach
By 5PM, went to take the bus (1.50 Euro) to Sveti Stefan (10-15 minutes) and stayed up till sunset by the beach.
7PM took the return bus from Sveti Stefan to Budva Bus Station (EUR 1.50) and then took another bus to go back to Kotor (EUR3.50)
11PM, Numb Crawl (Party/Pub Crawl) by the hostel
DAY 3
Morning
Just another old town tour and pretty much a relaxed day for me. Strolling around at the Old Town for a final look.
Bought some souvenirs and had some dessert and a coffee!
By 12 noon, I took the bus to Tivat Bus Station to discover and explore Tivat’s Porto Montenegro and the marina.
I had lunch at Cafe Roma and stayed for a bit exploring the town.
You can also have an afternoon delight at La Roche Beach Bar.
By 4PM, I went to Tivat Airport to check in for my return flight. I took a taxi and paid €5.00 to the airport.
EXPENSES / BUDGET
This is excluding air ticket.
My allocated budget (pocket money) for the trip is € 200.00 and returned home with € 36.00 in my pocket.
Day 1 – € 51.00
Hostel – € 33.00
Tivat Airport to Kotor Old Town – € 10.00
Dinner – € 8.00
Day 2 – € 32.00
Breakfast – € 2.00
Fortress Hike – € 8.00
2 Bottles of Water – € 2.00
Booze Cruise – Drinks and Snacks € 10.00
Dinner – € 10.00
Day 3 – € 49.00
Breakfast – € 2.00
Bus to/from Budva – € 8.00 (4 each way)
Lunch at Old Town – € 10.00
Afternoon Tea at Mogren Cafe – € 6.00
Bus to/from Budva to Sveti Stefan – € 3.00 (1.50) each way
Dinner – € 10.00
Nightlife – € 10.00
Day 4 – € 32.00
Brunch – € 10.00
Souvenirs – € 5.00
Bus to Tivat – € 2.00
Lunch at Tivat’s Porto Montenegro – € 10.00
Taxi to Tivat Airport – € 5.00
So? Why not Montenegro? Visit Montenegro and be amazed of it’s breathtaking beauty.
The Pearl of the Mediterranean, unique in many ways.
Gian Karlo - Philippines 
Thank you Poppy very informative 👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽
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