Walking in Montenegro
Saga Hosted Hotels
Walking
Put on your walking boots to explore the stunning natural beauty of Montenegro. Take strolls along the scenic coastline, soaking in the breathtaking views of the Adriatic Sea. Capture the emerald-green hillsides surrounding the UNESCO-protected Bay of Kotor and the small islet of Sveti Stefan. Follow the hiking trails from the village of Vrmac down to Gornja-Lastva, where pomegranates and olives bloom. Marvel at Montenegro's lush Mediterranean vegetation and charming rustic buildings. And visit historic sites like the Rustovo Monastery and Kosmac Fortress.
Five included guided walks
Rustovo Monastery
Lovcen National Park
Vrmac
Brajici-Milocer
Jaz-Trsteno-Krimovica
Grade 3: This grade is ideal for those who enjoy a variation in walking levels from easy to moderate. You’ll be walking mainly on good paths at a low altitude, with occasional more demanding ascents and descents. Walking regularly in preparation prior to the tour is recommended due to 5 to 9 miles of walking in the space of 2.5 to 4 hours per day.
The simple beachfront Hotel Palas is our best value hotel in the collection and is perfectly placed for a peaceful stay on the Budva Riviera. It's located in the quiet resort of Petrovac, a former fishing village that now lines up a host of relaxed restaurants and cafes. There’s a pool and sun terrace, and well-kept gardens lead you down to the shore. There's also a heated indoor pool for early and late season stays. Rooms are cosy and understated, with sliding doors leading out to a balcony with side-on views of the Adriatic. Enjoy sea views from the restaurant terrace (weather dependent), where tables are shaded by pergolas covered in lush climbers.
Included with every Hosted Holiday
- Dedicated welcoming host
- Resort airport transfers
- Travel insurance and meals
Including
Saga host
Local expert guide
Five included walks
Expert host talks
Welcome drink reception
All inclusive: All meals
Free bar (choice of three) open up to 12 hours a day
Wine at lunch and dinner
International flights. Prices are based on return flights with easyJet from London Gatwick. Supplements may apply from other airports
Holiday details
Food and drink
Facilities include a restaurant which serves buffet-style meals and has a terrace for alfresco dining, along with two bars. The hotel also has a lounge, where tea and coffee is served throughout the day, and there's a free bar open from 11am to 11pm offering local alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks in the main hotel lobby. Free drinks can only be consumed while you're in the lobby bar – if you want to enjoy drinks elsewhere in the hotel, these can be purchased from one of the other bars.
Entertainment
Bocce pitch • Mini golf • Table tennis • Live music three times a week
Accommodation
There are 171 rooms at the hotel. All Saga rooms have a balcony offering side sea-views as well as a bathroom with a walk-in shower. You can upgrade to an apartment, for a supplement, subject to availability. This accommodation is located in a separate annex building.
Amenities
- Restaurant
- Bar
- Indoor swimming pool
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Spa
- Gym
- Jacuzzi
- Sauna (extra charge)
- Hairdresser
- Treatments (extra charge)
- Table tennis
- Golf putting
- Live music
Holiday location
Local Area
Location-wise, you’re moments from the beach and an easy stroll to the amenities in Petrovac. The beachside prom is ideal for leisurely strolls, particularly at sunset. Further afield, you’ve got pretty Budva just 17km away, with a bus stopping moments from the hotel. Budva’s old town is a warren of cobbled lanes and medieval stone buildings, encased in 17th-century walls.
Included excursions
Brajici-Milocer
Distance: Seven miles Difficulty: Moderate, with some ascents and descents You will be collected from your hotel and taken to Kosmac Fortress, built by the Austrians in the 19th century, to begin your walk. You'll cover a wide variety of terrain on this walk and can enjoy dramatic views of the exclusive island resort of Sveti Stephan en route. A minibus will take you back to your hotel.