The 15 Best Lovćen Tours & the Njegoš Mausoleum

1.Great Montenegro Tour-Lovcen NP,Mausoleum Lovcen,River of Crnojevic,Sveti Stefan

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 637 reviews · 11 hours (approx.) · from $89Our pick

Spend a full day crossing Montenegro with an English-speaking guide and a group of up to 21. Ride the Kotor cable car when weather allows, climb to Njegoš Mausoleum, walk through Cetinje, take a boat on the Crnojević River, and stop above Sveti Stefan. Guides such as Davor, Nina, Igor, Slavko, and Nadja are praised for lively history and local insight.

“Best day in Montenegro the tour guide was amazing explained everything about the places and the rich history of Montenegro”

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2.GREAT MONTENEGRO TOUR Cetinje – Njeguši – Kotor – Budva – Bečići – Saint Stefan

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 69 reviews · 7 to 9 hours (approx.) · from $205

Travel by private vehicle from Podgorica through Cetinje and Njeguši to Kotor, Budva, Bečići, and Sveti Stefan. Your English-speaking guide handles the mountain roads, shares local history, and includes food tasting. Guides such as Tamara, Dušan, Marko, and Ivan have earned praise for warm service and flexible touring.

“Everything wonderful. The guide Tâmara was lovely. The places are gorgeus. I recommend to anyone. Montenegro os amazing.”

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3.Private National Park Lovcen with food and wine tasting

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 33 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $210

This private five-hour trip takes you from Kotor up Lovcen Mountain to the Njegos Mausoleum, with photo stops above Boka Bay and a tasting at a family home in Njegusi. Guides such as Dragan, Alex, and Slavko share local history and family stories. Expect narrow mountain roads, 461 steps, spectacular views, and homemade prosciutto, cheese, wine, and spirits.

“This was by far the best experience we had on the trip! Dragan was super knowledgable, and answered any question we asked. After the scenic tour we went to his family home and ate the best prosciutto and goat cheese we’d ever had (and we are meat and cheese lovers). This is a must do, I highly recommend!”

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4.National Park Lovcen and Lipa Cave (Private tour)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 17 reviews · 6 to 8 hours (approx.) · from $247

Travel privately from Kotor or Tivat to Lipa Cave and Lovcen National Park. You’ll explore a 2.5-kilometre cave system, visit Njegos Mausoleum, and enjoy broad views over Montenegro from a WiFi-ready, air-conditioned vehicle. Guides such as Marko and Danilo provide English-language driving and local context.

“We had nice experience. Our tour guide was excellent and polite. Car was clean and AC was working good.”

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5.National parks and wine tasting (NP Lovcen, NP Skadar lake, Cetinje, Njegusi)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 16 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $274

Spend about six hours exploring Cetinje, Lovcen National Park, Njegos Mausoleum, Lake Skadar, Pavlova Strana, and nearby villages with a private driver-guide. Pickup is available anywhere in Podgorica. Wine tasting is optional and costs extra, with six wines, eight liqueurs, five brandies, and a traditional Montenegrin plate available at the family winery.

“This was our third trip with Ms Ana, we saw the coast and also added on a customized tour of Ulcinje and Bar with her. We felt very comfortable with her and she understood exactly the kind of things we would enjoy. The wine tasting couldn't be organised due to technical issues at the winery so she took us to try local food for lunch. As for Lovcen it's definitely worth the climb of 400 plus steps to see the most spectacular views of Montenegro ! The weather God's were kind to us and so was Ms Ana as she diligently monitored the weather forecast to ensure we would go…”

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6.Cable car + Electric MTB from Njegos Mausoleum to Kotor bay

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 11 reviews · 6 to 7 hours (approx.) · from $198

Take the Kotor cable car from sea level to Lovcen, visit the Njegos Mausoleum, then follow a biking guide by electric MTB toward Kotor Bay. Your day includes the cable car, national park and mausoleum tickets, helmet, water, vehicle transfers, and photo stops. An optional €15 zip line adds a quick burst of speed.

“Incredible experience and a must to do when visiting Montenegro. Our tour guide was knowledgeable of the regiona history, friendly and very accommodating. Definitely value.”

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7.Lovcen – Symbol of Montenegrin Freedom including Budva & Cetinje

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 11 reviews · 4 to 5 hours (approx.)

Travel from Kotor in a private, air-conditioned vehicle with guide Zoro to Lovcen National Park, Cetinje, and Budva. You will see Bay of Kotor viewpoints, visit Njegos Mausoleum, explore Montenegro’s old royal capital, and walk Budva’s old city. The 4 to 5 hour tour runs at your group’s pace.

“A wonderful way to see many attractions of beautiful Montenegro in a few hours, Zoro is a great driver and guide, Highly recommended!”

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8.Wine tasting and magical tour from Kotor, Budva, Tivat (Lovcen,Skadar lake)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 10 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $301

Travel privately from Kotor, Budva, or Tivat with a local guide such as Tanja. Follow the historic Njegusi road, visit Cetinje and Lake Skadar viewpoints, then taste wines, liqueurs, brandies, and homemade Montenegrin food at a family winery.

“Tanja from Montenegro Wonders Team was an excellent guide. We thoroughly enjoyed her Montenegro inside information and view. She took us up the mountain to a family farm and winery that was more than we ever expected. Tanja was personable, friendly, and a great guide! My girlfriends and I had the most wonderful time!”

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9.Private Tour- Skadar lake NP, Cetinje, Lovćen NP – The beauty of old Montenegro

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 8 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $156

Spend eight hours with an English-speaking guide exploring Skadar Lake, Lovćen National Park, the 1,667-meter Njegoš Mausoleum, Njeguši village, and Cetinje. Guides such as Nino and Marko bring useful cultural context, while private transport lets you travel at your group’s pace. Prosciutto, cheese, and a lake boat ride cost extra.

“Nino was so helpful and accommodating. We started the tour on time and we learned a lot of cultural information about Montenegro. Good value for money!”

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10.Bike tour – Panoramic downhill from Njeguši and Kotor serpentines

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 7 reviews · 3 to 4 hours (approx.) · from $126

Set out from Kotor with guide Ivana and ride mostly downhill from Njeguši along the famous Kotor switchbacks. Visit Njegoš’s birthplace, see traditional ham-making, pause at Horizont Bar, and stop for photos. The private tour lasts about 3 to 4 hours and includes a bike, helmet, guide, snacks, coffee or tea, and vehicle support.

“It was a remarkable downhill bike ride. There are multiple places to stop and take photos. Ivana, the guide, was a delight. While she is involved in mountain rescue, extreme sports like canyoneering, and more daunting tours like repelling, she was great with our small group which included an enjoyable German couple. Bring your smiles and have fun.”

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11.Cable Car Lovcen & Kotor Old Town / W Local Licensed Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 7 reviews · 4 to 5 hours (approx.) · from $306

Spend 4 to 5 hours with a local licensed English-speaking guide, walking Kotor’s UNESCO-listed old town before riding the cable car toward Lovcen National Park. Expect Venetian palaces, churches, market streets, mountain views, free time at 1,300 meters, and an optional visit to the Njegos Mausoleum.

“The best part of our trip to beautiful Montenegro for sure.”

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12.Private Montenegro tour – Kotor, Lovcen National Park, Cetinje

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6 reviews · from $185

Start in Kotor with a private guide, then climb toward Lovcen National Park and Cetinje, Montenegro’s former royal capital. Guide Nikola or Nik can adjust the pace and route, adding viewpoints over Kotor Bay and the famous serpentine road. The air-conditioned vehicle, onboard WiFi, pickup, and private format make this a flexible choice for couples, families, and small groups.

“Nik was a very friendly young man & proud of his beautiful country.He took us to the best view point above Kotor which was amazing.We went to the Royal Capital of Cetinje with it's monastary,which was very interesting.He was going to take Read more”

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13.Njegusi-Lovcen Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · from $161

Travel by private, air-conditioned minivan from Kotor or Budva into Lovcen National Park. You’ll tour Kotor Old City, stop in Njegusi for smoked ham, cheese, and a drink, then visit Njegos Mausoleum for wide views over Kotor Bay, Cetinje, and Skadar Lake. Guides may include Luka, Nicholi, or Nicola.

“The views from the Kotor Serpentine were amazing, as were the views on the road to Lovcen National Park. Our driver, Luka, was knowledgeable and informative, and let us stop anywhere we wanted to along the way, including the zip line. Fantastic trip. Would highly recommend it for cruise passengers instead of the bus trip.”

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14.Mini Montenegro Private Tour to Njegusi, Cetinje, Budva and Kotor

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $224

Travel from Kotor by private, air-conditioned vehicle over the 25-switchback mountain road to Njegusi, Cetinje, Budva, and back to Kotor. An English or Russian-speaking guide, such as Balsa, leads the day. Expect smoked ham and cheese tasting, royal history, coastal views, and guided walks through two old towns.

“Balsa was a very nice tour guide, and he drove well. He was open and answered questions. The sites are beautiful! We enjoyed the various stops and food.”

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15.Ride the Kotor Cable Car ( Njegusi, Lovcen and Kotor Cable car)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $260

Travel from Kotor up the historic 25-switchback road to Njeguši and Lovćen National Park. Taste prosciutto, cheese, olives, wine, or brandy, visit Njegoš’s mausoleum, then descend by cable car in 11 minutes with wide views of Kotor Bay. Private transport, an English or Russian-speaking driver-guide, park fees, and cable car tickets are included.

“I have a great tour with great tour guide Marko Milovic, trip from Tivat to Skadar lake nacionak park stopped at some beautiful spot on the way, the guide knows a lot about the country and the region. Had a lot of fun for a tour, sightseeing on the lakr with a great lunch after.”

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