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Podgorica | Podgorica | Podgorica |
Podgorica | Podgorica | Podgorica |
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General information
Destination | Duration | Category |
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Podgorica, Montenegro | 1 hour, 30 minutes | Private Excursion |
Program details
Podgorica is the capital of Montenegro located in the center of this country, at the intersection of several important road directions that lead from the sea to the continental part of the country. It is the main administrative, political, economic, traffic, scientific and educational – cultural center of Montenegro. The city is close to winter centers in the north and resorts in the Adriatic Sea. It offers a wide range of discoveries to visitors through cultural heritage, archaeological sites, monuments, museums, and through nature in a national park, active holidays, views of canyons, rivers and bridges, as well as enjoyment of traditionally produced food and wine. In Podgorica there is one of the largest and most beautiful vineyards in Europe –’’13. Jul Plantaže’’, covering 2,300 hectares, and all who visit the Šipčanik basement have the opportunity to experience the impressive ambience of a unique wine cellar in Europe, enjoying the unforgettable smells and tastes of Montenegro.
Itinerary:
• Visit: Independence Square – main city square.
• Visit: Bokeška street – Street with nice cafés and urban look, a favorite place for young people to go out.
• Visit: The Millennium Bridge – A visual identity of the city in a length of 140 meters, decorated with specially designed piles in the height of 57m.
• Visit: Sastavci or Skaline – The bridge on Sastavci is the oldest bridge in Podgorica, located in the heart of the capital, at the confluence of Ribnica in Morača. According to historical facts it was created even during Roman rule.
• Visit: Sahat Kula – Clock Tower and Stara Varoš – Old Town. Old Town located in the very heart of Podgorica keeps rich historical and cultural heritage. It was the core of Podgorica during the Ottoman rule (1474-1879) in the urban and architectural forms of the city, customs and way of life. The most beautiful example of architecture remaining from the Turkish period is the Clock Tower, which is a symbol of Podgorica. It still dominates the area of Old Town with its height. The great attention in Old Town belongs to the mosques. Among them the most famous is Skender Čauševa – the Old Mosque dating back to the 15th century.
• Visit: Church of St. George – dates from the IX-XI century; belongs to the oldest active worship of the Christian chapel in the area of Montenegro and beyond.
• Coffee break or lunch (optional).
• The end of the tour.
Price Includes:
• Licensed tourist guide in English
• Tourist tax
Price doesn't Include:
• Transfer from place of accommodation/stay to the Square of the Independence and back
• Food and drink during the tour
• Visits to restaurants and bars
• Other non-program costs
• Travel health insurance – optional
Additional options (for extra charge):
• Transfer from city/place of accommodation/stay to Podgorica and back
• Lunch at some of the local restaurants
• Licensed tourist guide for a specific language
• Prolongation of the city tour duration
• Travel health insurance
TRIP FACTS
• Meeting point: Independence Square
• Duration: approx. 1h:30minutes
• Departures: Place of departure: Independence Square
• Note: Price inclusive of taxes
• Availability: Throughout the year – each year (depending on the weather conditions)
• The Organizer reserves the right to cancel the trip due to bad weather conditions.
• Info: Possibility of changing tour according to your wishes and budget
• Group size: Unlimited
• Type of tour: Private tour