Kotor & Perast Private Tour: Our Lady of the Rocks Boat Trip and Old Town Walk
Difficulty
easy
Duration
4 hours
Fitness Level
Light walking on cobbles and short boat transfer—suitable for most people who can climb stairs and walk for several blocks.
Overview
A four‑hour private tour that pairs a short boat ride to Our Lady of the Rocks with a walking tour of Perast and Kotor’s Old Town. Expect baroque waterfronts, a tiny island museum of seafaring votives, and Venetian lanes perfect for morning light.
Kotor & Perast Private Tour: Our Lady of the Rocks Boat Trip and Old Town Walk
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The morning air in the Bay of Kotor tastes faintly of salt and diesel; the water lies flat like polished metal between the high carbonate cliffs that fold into the Adriatic. A private van slips out of Kotor’s Old Town and follows the coastal road past terraced vineyards until the baroque façades of Perast appear — a cluster of pale stone houses and bell towers that seem to have grown directly from the water.
Adventure Photos
Adventure Tips
Bring sturdy shoes
Cobblestones and wet steps in Perast and Kotor can be slippery—closed‑toe, grippy shoes keep you steady.
Check cruise and pickup times
If you’re on a cruise, share docking and disembarkation details with the operator ahead of time to avoid missed pickups.
Dress modestly for the church
Our Lady of the Rocks and Kotor’s cathedrals require shoulders and knees to be covered—carry a light scarf.
Carry small cash
Museums and local vendors may prefer cash for small purchases or donations—have euros on hand.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Common gulls and cormorants
- Mediterranean monk seal sightings are rare but historically recorded in the bay
History
Perast and Kotor grew wealthy under Venetian rule; maritime trade and shipbuilding shaped local culture and the votive traditions in the churches.
Conservation
The Bay of Kotor is environmentally sensitive—avoid littering, respect protected marine areas, and follow local guidance when visiting small islets.
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Recommended Gear
Sturdy walking shoes
Provides traction on cobblestones and wet steps around the waterfront.
Light rain jacket or windbreaker
Useful for cool mornings or a wet Adriatic breeze during shoulder seasons.
spring specific
Sunscreen and sunglasses
Protects skin during sunny boat rides and exposed promenades.
summer specific
Small daypack
Carries water, camera, and layers without getting in the way on narrow streets.