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Kotor, Montenegro: a fjord-like bay in the Adriatic

One of the most spectacular sail-ins in the Mediterranean, and a walled old town you can explore on foot.

Kotor sits at the end of a winding bay surrounded by mountains. Be on deck for the sail-in — it's a highlight of any Adriatic itinerary.

What to do in one day

  • Walk the UNESCO-listed old town, steps from the pier
  • Climb the city walls to the fortress for the classic view (go early, it's steep)
  • Take a boat to Perast and the Our Lady of the Rocks islet

No expensive excursion needed: the old town is right by the ship.

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