Excursion Old town kotor and cable car experience tour at Kotor

Cruise line: Silversea
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Experience Kotor’s exquisite bay and Old Town from two unique perspectives during this scenic, half-day sightseeing excursion.

Kotor, Old Town, Guided Walking Tour, Medieval & Architectural Treasures

Depart the pier with your guide for the short walk to the Old Town of Kotor, an UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the best-preserved medieval districts in Europe. Upon arrival, take a guided walking tour through the Old Town. Along the way, discover its many medieval churches, palaces, and other Venetian-influenced architectural treasures. Following your tour, a short walk brings you to the bus parking location. Upon arrival, board a coach for the short ride to the cable-car location in Dub.

Dub, Cable-Car Ride, Breath-Taking City & Bay Views

Upon arrival, receive your ticket to access the cable car, then take a seat in one of the 48 gondolas for a breath-taking, 11-minute-ride spanning approximately 2.4 miles (about 3.9 kilometres) to the final station in Kuk, which is perched at a height of approximately 4,265 feet (about 1.3 kilometres). Along the way, take in spectacular panoramic views and photo opportunities overlooking Kotor City and majestic Kotor Bay.

Kuk Station, Free Time, Stunning Land & Sea Views, Shopping, Refreshments, Local Specialities

Upon arrival at the Kuk Station, some free time is made available to take in additional stunning views of the land and sea below, participate in sports and entertainment opportunities, browse for souvenirs of your visit, and/or enjoy local beverages and specialities at your own expense. Following your visit, board the cable car for another incredibly scenic ride back down to the valley. Upon arrival de-board your cable car, re-board your coach, and commence the short drive back to the pier.

Points of interests

Points of interest seen on this excursion include: Kotor, Old Town, Medieval & Architectural Treasures, Dub, Cable-Car Ride, Breath-Taking City & Bay Views, Kuk Station, Free Time, Shopping, Refreshments

Note

Please note: This tour involves a moderate amount of walking for approximately 0.6 miles (about one kilometre), at times over uneven and cobblestone surfaces, with a few steps to negotiate to get on/off the coach. Walking at Kuk Station is at the discretion of each guest. This tour is not suitable for guests with claustrophobia, guests with a fear of heights, guests with vertigo, guests prone to motion sickness, guests with limited mobility, and guests who utilise a wheelchair. Guests are advised to wear lightweight, comfortable clothing with flat, closed-toe walking shoes, and bring sun protection, a sweater or light jacket, bottled water, and Euros or credit cards for purchases from the ship. Guests must be at least three years old to participate on this tour; minors must be accompanied by a parent or guardian over 18 years old. Guests must be at least 18 years old to be served alcoholic beverages. The cable car ticket is included in the price of the tour. Each gondola can accommodate up to 10 guests. Operation of this tour is subject to weather conditions. If the wind speed surpasses the designated safety limit at any section along the cable car route, the cable car will come to a halt until the wind subsides to an acceptable level. The cable car can be suspended in the event of lightning activity. The tour sequence may vary.