Hiking downhill Krstac to Kotor, visit San Giovanni fortress
ID: GYG612858-1026325
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Country: Montenegro
Duration:
04:00 hours
Description
Panoramic hiking downhill above Kotor fjord and visiting local villang and ancient castle is absolutely amazing.
Tour start from Kotor city by car transfer all way to the Krstac pass. This road is about 20 kilometers with 25 curves and it was old Austrian road which was connecting Kotor with rest of Montenegro.
After 40min of driving you get to starting position. If you like adrenalin, you can try zipline and it is 15 EUR per person. Walking starts down the old serpentine path which first part 1km goes trough the forest and it is very refreshing, but rest of the road is on open with great panoramic view. After 1.30h you would get to the local village Spiljari, where you can visit last family that still lives there and you can taste some local products like ham, cheese, juice or beer. After break you would get in to the Kotor fortress which was built from 9th to 19th century and now is UNESCO protected heritage. From top of the castle you would enjoy stunning view at Kotor city. After short break you would continue walk downstairs all way to the Old town Kotor where tour finish.
Highlights
- Panoramic view of Kotor bay from Krstac which is 950m above sea level
- Hiking down serpentine path which connection of Kotor and Old Montenegro
- Visit village Spiljari, taste local ham, cheese, spirit and juice
- Visit San Giovanni fortress which is symbol of Kotor bay.
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Walking downhill sounds easy, but over gravel rocky terrain could be challenging, so you have to have some experience and good condition.
The guide will wait you in front of Main gate in Old town Kotor
INCLUDED
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Ticket for San Giovanni castle
- Taste local products like rakia, cheese, ham and juice.
- Tour guide
- Snacks
- Bottled water
NOT INCLUDED
- Zip line Njegusi is optional and it is 15 euro per person.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
