EASY TO MODERATE HIKING ITINERARY DAY 1: PODGORICA  Travel independently by air to Podgorica, Montenegro’s capital, and proceed by shuttle or taxi to Kolašin, the country’s main mountain resort. Overnight in one of the most comfortable hotels in the area. DAY 2: KOLAŠIN TO BIOGRADSKA NATIONAL PARK  Hike into Biogradska National Park, nestled within the Bjelasica mountain range, a massif dominating northeastern Montenegro with 10 peaks higher than 6562 ft. Hike across beautiful high alpine pastures and meadows teeming with wildflowers and reach a traditional alpine farm turned ecological resort, the Eco Kantun. Distance 10 miles. Elevation gain 2600 ft. DAY 3: BIOGRADSKA NATIONAL PARK TO MOJKOVAC  Head out on a circular tour of the highest area in the National Park and if weather permits, summit Ogorela Glava (6562 ft.). Take in the breathtaking panorama of the National Park before descending into the primeval forest this region is so famous for. Transfer to a comfortable hotel in Mojkovac. Distance 9 miles. Elevation gain 600 ft. / loss 2800 ft. DAY 4: MOJKOVAC TO ŽABLJAK   Enjoy a whole day rafting on the Tara River, one of Europe’s most pristine and wild rivers. No experience is required for this adventure on the “Tear of Europe”, home of the Tara Canyon, the deepest canyon on the continent. We'll spend about 4 hours on the river. Lunch is included. Distance: Approximately 4 hours on the river — includes lunch. DAY 5: ŽABLJAK  Hike in the mysterious Durmitor Mountains, past alpine lakes that dot the National Park and head into rugged, high terrain to enjoy views of landscapes carved by ice and water. Fourty eight peaks soar to over 6562 ft. and views of the highest peak of the area can be enjoyed. Return to the hotel in Žabljak. Distance 8 miles. Elevation gain/loss 2500 ft. DAY 6: ŽABLJAK TO KOTOR  Shuttle to the Bay of Kotor and hike in its vicinity. Enjoy a traditional Montenegrin lunch along the way before descending into Risan, the oldest town on the bay. If the weather permits, arrive in Kotor by boat and settle into your charming hotel for the night. Distance is variable. Shuttle transfer, boat tour and hike in the Bay of Kotor. DAY 7: KOTOR TO BUDVA  Today is an easy and rewarding hike. We begin on a well built, old Austrian road that descends down an easy to traverse trail that ends up leading us through beautiful meadows and pastures. This just may be your favorite day of the tour because it showcases spectacular views of Europe´s most southern Fjord – the Bay of Kotor. Before our drive down to the town of Budva, a small seaside village, we will stop in Cetinje, a former capital of Montenegro, to visit the historic 15 x 15 meter relief map of Montenegro. This one of a kind map was made by Austrians in the late 1900s. This map also gives the overview of the whole country, mountains and places we have been. Our closing dinner takes place on the terrace of our hotel in the Old Town of Budva, overlooking the city walls and the Mediterranean Sea. Distance 7 miles. Elevation gain/loss 1300 ft. DAY 8: DEPART 33 "The scenery was beautiful. The food was very fresh and plentiful. NIkola was a great guide, very mellow but on top of every detail. A lovely guy." – Lisa B. *All ground transportation beginning in Kolašin included during tour. Luggage transfer daily except at mountain hut. NOTE: Daily itineraries on all our guided treks are subject to change. Your guide(s) will make route decisions based on weather and terrain conditions as well as hiker's abilities. TRIP RATINGS Moderately challenging hiking up to 10 miles with ascents up to 2,600 feet. (Trip rating descriptions found on page 8.) EFFORT 2+ / 4 COMFORT 3+ / 4 2+ / 4 TERRAIN Žabljak Podgorica Kolašin Eco Kantun Mojkovac Kotor Budva