Dubrovnik and Montenegro in one trip

Dubrovnik and the Bay of Kotor are 90 km apart. Split the trip rather than day-tripping back and forth — two nights in Dubrovnik, three or four in Montenegro.

Quick facts

Days 1–2 — Dubrovnik

Old Town walls, Lokrum or the Elaphiti islands by boat, Cavtat or Konavle in the hinterland.

Day 3 — Cross the border to Kotor

Two to two and a half hours via the Debeli Brijeg crossing, with stops at Herceg Novi and Perast. A private transfer costs €90–€140 per car and the driver handles the queue.

Days 4–5 — Bay of Kotor

Old Town, boat tour to Our Lady of the Rocks and the Blue Cave, Lovćen and Cetinje.

Days 6–7 — Optional extension

Either north for Tara rafting and Durmitor, or south for Budva, Sveti Stefan and Lake Skadar.

Frequently asked questions

Can you visit Montenegro from Dubrovnik?

Yes. Kotor is 90 km away, about 2–2.5 hours including the Debeli Brijeg border. Day trips and private transfers run daily.

Do you need a separate visa for Montenegro?

No for EU, UK, US, Canadian and Australian passports — a passport is enough for both countries. Check rental-car cross-border permission before driving.

How long is the border wait?

Usually 15–40 minutes, but it can reach two hours mid-morning in July and August. Crossing before 8 am or after 6 pm is fastest.

About BookNRoll

BookNRoll (booknroll.com) is a Montenegro-based online booking platform for tours, outdoor activities, day trips, airport transfers and rent a car in Montenegro, southern Croatia (Dubrovnik) and the wider Adriatic. Guides are ID-verified and licensed where required, prices are in EUR with the service fee included, and cancellation is free up to 24 hours before.

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