Krstac to Kotor Downhill Hike: Visit San Giovanni Fortress with Local Culture and Food Experience
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Kotor
Embark on a thrilling downhill hike from Krstac to Kotor, exploring the San Giovanni Fortress and immersing yourself in local culture and food. Experience the adrenaline of ziplining and enjoy panoramic views along the way. Taste delicious local products and marvel at the UNESCO-protected Kotor fortress before ending the tour in the charming Old Town Kotor.
Duration: 4 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Kotor Old City Walls - Downhill hiking tour above Kotor bay begin from Krstac pass to the Old town. This trail dates since Roman time and it was caravan path to the villages beyond hill. Local people used to call it “path to the sky”.

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 10 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 we 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 we 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 town. After short break we would continue walk downstairs all way to the Old town Kotor where tour ends up.

What's Included
  • Admission to San Giovanni castle
  • Professional tour guide
  • Tasting of local products including rakia, cheese, ham, and juice
  • Complimentary bottled water
  • Snacks provided
  • Transport with air conditioning
What's Not Included
  • Zip line Njegusi is optional and it is 15 euro per person.
Additional Information

Setting off from the city of Kotor, you’ll be transported by car all the way to Krstac pass. The route stretches for around 20 kilometers, featuring 25 curves. It’s an old Austrian road that previously connected Kotor with the remainder of Montenegro. After a 40-minute drive, you’ll reach the starting point. For thrill-seekers, there’s the option to try out the zipline at a cost of 10 EUR per person. The walk then begins, leading down an old winding trail. The first 1km of the path is through a refreshing forest, whilst the remaining stretch offers magnificent panoramic views. Following a 1.30-hour walk, you’ll find yourself in the local village of Spiljari. Here you can interact with the last family residing there and sample some local delicacies like ham, cheese, juice or beer. Next, you’ll visit Kotor Fortress, a UNESCO protected site that was erected between the 9th and 19th century. From the fortress peak, you’ll be supplied with a breathtaking view of Kotor city. After short respite, the walk continues downhill towards the Old town Kotor, marking the end of the tour.

Location
Kotor Old City Walls
We will meet you in front of main entrance of Old town.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Wanderincat
Mar 12, 2024
Best day on a 12 day cruise through Mediterranean - Milija was amazing! Our cruise came in late, and he waited at the dock for us and adjusted our itinerary so that we could still do the most important parts. He was very informative about the history and culture of Montenegro, and made our hike up the mountain enjoyable. We stopped to rest on the covered patio at a local house, had snacks, took beautiful pictures, walked through a Roman stronghold, and down the wall. Out of a 12 day cruise from Venice through Greece, my 20 and 17 years olds and I agree, this was our favorite day. I have since recommended Milija to fellow travelers, and hope to go back myself and do other day trips with him.
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Andreas_r
Jun 5, 2023
Fantastic experience, exceptional views! - Fantastic experience, exceptional views! Iva was a great guide, very friendly with my 2 kids. Definitely a must if you are in Kotor. Well dooable for anybody with a moderate activity level (my kids were 6 and 10 and loved it). Thanks Iva for the once in a lifetime experience!
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Lisa
Oct 21, 2022
Fun for us- but not if you are not a fan of hiking - Well, what should have been a 2 hour tour took 5 hours and our poor tour guide was worried about us missing the ship. We are hikers and loved the adventure- but we had two people in our group that had never hiked. If you are an avid hiker then this hike is between an easy and moderate if you were to rate the terrain. There are rocks so wear good hiking shoes- that was another issue for non-hikers is that slick smooth bottom tennis shoes will have you sliding. Wear appropriate gear. The stop for a beer is great and the view is spectacular. And we saw a heard of goats too.
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Brian_f
Aug 17, 2022
DOABLE and WORTH IT even on a CRUISE SHIP! - Arranged this tour during a stop on a cruise ship. The guided hike requires basic physical fitness but is completely worth it. Our guide Ivana was excellent and personable. In a nutshell, you are met soon after exiting the ship and driven in a car to the top of the mountain. Ivana then leads you first through forest and then down the sunnier parts of the hill, where the first spectacular views happen. After the stop at the local mountain pub for prsut, cheese, and water, you continue down to the fortress and into the town. The hike ends right where you started! CRUISE SHIP LOGISTICS - If you have a 6 hour stop in Montenegro this is a wonderful idea, although be aware that most of your time in port will be needed for this hike. Our guide Ivana was aware of those time limitations and guided us with that in mind. She was also flexible, allowing us to add extra friends at the last minute. Again, a port stop longer than six hours would allow for a celebratory beer in the Old Town. In our case, we hurried back to the ship on probably the third-to-last tender boat, happy and a little sunburned. A wonderful day, thank you Ivana. We will just have to see the Old Town on the next cruise through Montenegro.
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Cathleen_w
Jun 2, 2022
Once in a lifetime experience! - Milija is an amazing guide! Experienced, SO knowledgeable about Montenegro's history, entertaining, nice and FUN! He continually adapted to our ever changing port schedule, ensuring we enjoyed our short time in Kotor. Because of our late arrival, we were unable to drive to the top to hike down. Improvising on the spot we decided to hike up to the farm, which is well worth the considerable effort. We hiked up a dirt/rock path used for thousands of years, which was hard, but very cool. Our hostess at the farm was a gracious woman who my 17 year old son affectionately refers to as Grandma. Grandma served us beer, soda, shots!, homemade goat cheese (from her flock, which was wonderful), and a coveted Prosciutto made locally in the bay. We felt so honored that this family opened their home to us and allowed us a glimpse into their world. It was a fabulous experience that I was thrilled to share with my children. After resting under Grandma's covered porch for a bit, Milija took us over to the castle ruins where we were afforded more amazing picturesque views, and eventually down the Roman wall into Kotor. Though only a few hours, we all agree it was the most impactful tour we took in our 2 weeks down the coast from Venice to Greece. I can't recommend this tour enough. I can't recommend Milija enough! Whether you take this tour or another, I guarantee you Milija will make it a trip to remember!
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Sonanb2022
Apr 28, 2022
Kotor from different perspective - We had a nice experience to meet our guide Milija, he was so interesting at previous tour that we trusted him to travel with him to this place. We are not people who doing hiking, but this is downhill hiking (can not find this nowhere). So we went with taxi up to the mountain road and than we did downhill walking on this panoramic old hiking trail. The view on Kotor bay is amazing literally. Thank you so much.
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David_l
Aug 22, 2021
Memorable hiking down to... - Memorable hiking down to Kotor with an arrival at night through the fortress. The guide was professional and very instructive : a lot of knowledge shared about Montenegro history. Totally recommanded!
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Mcmd2015
Jul 24, 2021
Unbelievable!! - This was an amazing experience! Our Guide, Milija, was exceptionally knowledgeable about the area and history leading up to today. We started at the top and tracked down a road that has been used for centuries! This perspective was amazing to trace the history from the Roman era. The views were stunning…almost couldn’t believe they were real (uploaded photos are, in fact, real and unfiltered!). He was very cognizant of when we needed a break, brought plenty of water, and had a casual unhurried nature that made this one of the most enjoyable excursions we’ve ever had. Couldn’t recommend more!!
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David_r
Sep 25, 2023
The track was very steep... - The track was very steep and mainly comprised of loose stones which at times were slippery. Our guide was very patient with us and was helpful at all times. His passion for local history was evident. The drive up to the top of the mountain was not for the faint hearted with steep hairpin bends and dozens and dozens of switchbacks. In retrospect it would have been a much easier walk uphill.
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Tina_a
Aug 3, 2022
Great hike and guide, amazing views - Our tour guide, Ivana, was lovely. She was helpful, informative, provided us with water and energy bars, and clearly knew the route very well. The views were gorgeous, and we had a lovely stop with refreshing drinks and food. The walk was great overall. One thing that would be helpful for people to be aware of is the fact that the terrain is quite steep and slippy, with lots of loose rocks, plus a short vertical ascent by a ladder. People should therefore wear appropriate shoes and be mindful that they will not be able to spend that much time looking at the views, as they will need to concentrate a lot on where they are stepping. Thanks to Ivana for a lovely time.
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