Wilderness-Travel-2017-Catalog

Within tiny Montenegro lies a world of dramatic mountains, deep forests,

and ancient cities set along the stunning Adriatic Sea. Our cultural

hiking adventure in this hidden corner of Europe brings us from the

limestone peaks and alpine setting of Durmitor National Park and the

primeval forests and glacial lakes of Biogradska Gora National Park

to captivating Kotor, the seaside gem of Montenegro’s sun-splashed

Adriatic Coast. Our cultural encounters are unforgettable as we

explore mountain villages with age-old traditions and sample wonderful

cuisine, including the regional Vranac, a dry red wine of unique taste

and character.

Days 1-4

Sarajevo, Bosnia & Herzegovina /

Durmitor, Montenegro / Tara River

From Sarajevo, a

melting-pot city of ancient influences from the time of

the Silk Road, we head to Durmitor National Park for

hikes below saw-toothed peaks and alongside gleaming

lakes. The breathtaking Tara River Canyon, Europe’s

longest and deepest gorge, with its aquamarine waters

coursing between 3,000-foot cliffs, invites us for a fun

rafting trip (optional, and no experience needed!).

Days 5-7

Biogradska Gora National Park / Mrtvica

Canyon / Lake Skadar

In Biogradska Gora, our

hike leads past glacial lakes to the spectacular twin

peaks of Mt. Komovi, revealing views that stretch

clear to Albania. Moraca Monastery, with its superb

Byzantine frescoes, offers a peek into medieval

history, and we’ll hike to the rocky hideaway of

Mrtvica Canyon. At serene Lake Skadar National Park,

Our hikes in this storied landscape reveal stunning views, and our overnights include charming mountain inns and a seaside hotel set on a

private beach.

INGRID CERCEK

Montenegro & the Adriatic Coast MOUNTAIN HIKES AND MAGNIFICENT COASTAL TOWNS

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we explore one of the continent’s most important bird

sanctuaries. On one evening, we’ll cruise by boat to

a restaurant set on a secluded beach that serves fresh

catch of the day.

Days 8-11

Cetinje / Kotor / Dubrovnik, Croatia

After visiting romantic Cetinje, we hike high above Kotor,

once a trading post for the Venetian Empire, on a

shepherds’ trail offering breathtaking views of the

sapphire-blue bay below. We’ll also boat across the bay

and walk along Kotor’s ancient town walls. Depart on

Day 11 via Dubrovnik.

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HIGHLIGHTS

• Tour storied Sarajevo, with visits to Sebilj

Square and the ancient Latin Bridge on

the Miljacka River

• Hike amid the wild limestone mountains

of Durmitor National Park, a World

Heritage Site

• Explore the ancient woodlands of

Biogradska Gora National Park and the

stunning Tara River Canyon, Europe’s

deepest

• Discover Kotor, one of the most beautiful

medieval towns in the world, set on a

gorgeous bay

DETAILS

• 11-day trip begins in Sarajevo, Bosnia &

Herzegovina, and ends in Dubrovnik,

Croatia

• 10 nights hotels and inns

• All meals included except 2 dinners

DATES

May 30-Jun 9, 2017 Aug 24-Sep 3

Jul 10-20

Sep 17-27

TRIP COST

$4495 (11-15 members)

$4895 (7-10 members)

Single supplement: $780

TRIP LEVEL

1 2 3

4 5 6 7

A mix of moderate walks and hikes, some

steep trails, 2-5 hours a day, optional

rafting, van support