Dubrovnik to Budva, round the whole Bay of Kotor
Mario drives this route as a journey with stops. After the border at Debeli Brijeg the road comes down to Herceg Novi at the mouth of the bay, then follows the water past Perast to Kotor, crosses to Tivat and goes over the hill to Budva.
You choose where to stop and for how long. The journey can end at your hotel in Budva, or come back to Dubrovnik in the evening.
At a glance
- Route
- Dubrovnik – Herceg Novi – Perast – Kotor – Tivat – Budva
- Planned time
- Most of a day, depending on the border and the stops
- Border
- Croatia – Montenegro, passport or ID card
- Price
- Price on request
- Vehicles
- VW Transporter, 2015 · up to 8 passengers · luggage checked before confirming
The stops
Herceg Novi
The first town after the border, built in steps above the sea, with an old fortress and a long promenade.
Perast
Baroque stone houses at the water's edge. Boats go out to the island of Our Lady of the Rocks.
Kotor
The old town inside walls that climb the hill behind it. Lunch in the lanes, or part of the walk up to the fortress.
Tivat
A seafront and a large marina at Porto Montenegro, good for a coffee by the water.
Budva
The old town on its small peninsula, beaches on both sides, and your accommodation.
Good to know
Everyone needs a passport or ID card. In July and August the border can be slow, so the start is early and the stops stay flexible.
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Photos: Perast: Marcin Konsek, CC BY-SA 4.0
