Day Tour Bar-Perast Kotor Boka Bay

Book online day trip from Bar to Perast with first class MTO tour operator , a one-day tour of Kotor and visit more interesting historical sites and popular tourist sites as well as places for photography. Choose a vehicle that suits the number of passengers in your group. According to the plan of this trip and this tour, we first go and tour Perast, and then on the way back to visit and see Kotor, as well as to visit other places Budva and St. Stefan. A maximum of 2 hours is provided for the tour of Perast for those who will go by boat to the island of Our Lady of the Rocks or for those who will take a walk. Whereas, a tour of Kotor takes much more time. And on a tour of the city, where there are a handful of interesting city squares, and on every corner there is an interesting historical story that is hidden behind the walls of the old centuries-old city. We recommend our esteemed clients to equip themselves with comfortable shoes, because right here during the walk and on the tour we will evoke to our clients how they used to live behind the walls of the old town.

• Scenic Coastal Drive: The route from Bar offers panoramic views of the Budva Riviera before descending into the dramatic limestone cliffs of Boka Bay.
• Historical Depth: Expect to encounter a rich tapestry of Illyrian, Roman, Venetian, and Austro-Hungarian influences reflected in the architecture.
• Maritime Atmosphere: Much of the day is spent near or on the water, with boat rides to island sanctuaries being a central highlight.

• Our Lady of the Rocks (Gospa od Škrpjela): You will board a boat for a short 5-minute ride to this man-made island. It was created over centuries by local seamen who laid a rock after every successful voyage. Inside, you can visit the 15th-century church and its museum, which houses a famous icon of the Madonna and Child.
• St. Nicholas Church: Dominated by a 55-meter-high bell tower, you can climb to the top for a breathtaking perspective of the bay and the neighboring natural island of St. George.
• Baroque Palaces: Perast is home to 16 churches and 17 formerly grand palaces, such as the Bujović Palace (now the Town Museum) and Smekja Palace.
• Waterfront Promenade: The town is largely closed to traffic during summer, making it ideal for a peaceful 1.5km stroll along the stone docks.

• Kotor Old Town: Enter through the Sea Gate to find the Squere of Arms, featuring the 16th-century Clock Tower and the "Column of Shame".
• Cathedral of Saint Tryphon 
  A Romanesque masterpiece consecrated in 1166, this cathedral is the city's most spectacular structure, housing a rich treasury of gold and silver artifacts.
• City Walls and Fortress: For those with energy, the hike up to 
  St. John’s Fortress (San Giovanni)
   offers iconic views of the bay's zigzag shape. The walls themselves stretch for 4.5km up the cliffs.
• Maritime Museum: Located in the 
  Grgurina Palace
  , this museum details the region’s seafaring history with model ships, uniforms, and weapons.
• Cat Culture: Kotor is famous for its feline residents; you can even visit the quirky 
  Kotor Cats Museum
  .

• Attire: Wear comfortable walking shoes for uneven cobblestones. Bring a hat, sunscreen, and plenty of water, as summer temperatures can exceed 38°C.
• Boat Tours: Speedboat tours often include additional stops at the 
  Blue Cave
   for swimming or the old 
  Yugoslavian submarine tunnels
  .
• Dining: Local specialties include mussels and oysters harvested directly from the bay, and the traditional Peraška Torta (almond cake).
• Timing: To avoid peak crowds from cruise ships, start your tour early (around 8:00 AM).