Best Croatia Bay Cruises — Our Top 7

1.Full-Day Tour Bay of Kotor Perast Kotor and Budva small group from Dubrovnik

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 821 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $110Our pick

Travel from Dubrovnik into Montenegro in a small group, stopping at Perast, Kotor, and Budva. Expect an early 6:45 am pickup, about 10 hours on the road, optional boat ride to Our Lady of the Rocks, and free time to explore. Drivers such as Darko, Andrew, and Ivo provide commentary rather than a formal walking tour.

“Our driver was an excellent guide with tons of information about Montenegro and each stop. It is a beautiful country and we especially loved Kotor. The driver navigated road construction in a heavy rainstorm on the way back to Croatia.”

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2.Zadar: 3 Island Speedboat Tour & Blue Bay Swim with Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 721 reviews · 4 hours · from $35Best value

Join Aveta Speedboat Tours for a four-hour trip from Zadar with up to 10 people. Swim in a quiet bay, visit Ošljak, and explore Preko and Galevac. Guides such as Jure, Josip, Joseph, and Željko provide drinks, local pointers, and a relaxed ride.

“A lovely day on the water and hopping off at beautiful stops. Perfection from start to finish 🚤”

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3.Best of Montenegro – Kotor Bay with Boat Ride (Small Group)

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 287 reviews · from $137

Leave Dubrovnik at 6:30 a.m. for Montenegro in an air-conditioned minivan with a driver-guide. Visit Verige, Perast, Our Lady of the Rocks, and Kotor, with about three hours in Kotor. Guides such as Jelena, Matej, Gabriel, and Ilija are praised for friendly service, but border waits and occasional bilingual guiding can affect the day.

“Very informative driver -comfortable and clean transport. Easy and swift process to cross the border.”

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4.Kotor Bay Day Trip from Dubrovnik with Boat Ride to Lady of the Rock

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 278 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $168

Travel from Dubrovnik to Montenegro by air-conditioned minibus or coach, with guides such as Josh, Rosa, Andrea, Maria, or TJ on some departures. Visit Perast, cruise to Our Lady of the Rock, and spend free time in Kotor’s walled Old Town. Bring your passport and expect border delays.

“The tour was so amazing. The guide was so nice and informative. Montengro/Kotor/Perast was breathtaking. Highly recommend this tour!”

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5.Montenegro: Bay of Kotor Day Trip from Dubrovnik English -Español

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 188 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $66

Travel from Dubrovnik to Montenegro by coach, stopping in Perast and Kotor Old Town. You get coastal views, guided commentary, free time, and an optional boat ride to Our Lady of the Rocks. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included, but border delays and a long day on the road are possible.

“If you’re thinking about a day trip from Dubrovnik, this is an incredible option. The water and mountain vistas are reminiscent of Scandinavian fjords and Italian Lakes. The town visits were very special and the wall city in Kotor really reflects the UNESCO status. Our guide Joanna at Sombrero Tours was great.”

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6.Brijuni Boat Tour with Lunch & Drinks – Swim Stop Included

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 166 reviews · from $66

Spend about five hours aboard the Europa, cruising from Pula around Brijuni National Park. You’ll see Pula Bay, island forts, Tito’s former Vanga, and Veliki Brijun, then stop at Fažana Beach for swimming. Fresh fish, meat, or vegetarian lunch and unlimited drinks are included.

“It was a lovely afternoon. The staff were friendly, helpful and knowledgeable. The lunch was lovely too. It was nice to see the islands. And the beach we stopped at was lovely with a quaint little town.”

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7.Montenegro Tour with Optional Kotor Bay Boat Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 142 reviews · 11 hours · from $80

Cross into Montenegro by coach, cruise Kotor Bay, visit Perast and Our Lady of the Rocks, then explore Kotor’s Venetian old town. You’ll have a short guided walk and about 2.5 to 3 hours of free time. Guides such as Sandra, Maria, and Olja have led recent departures.

“Really enjoyed the trip. Maybe a little longer in Kotor”

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