The Ostrog Monastery, a miracle of nature and human work, carved into an almost horizontal rock, today is a pearl of Montenegrin spirituality that is visited by hundreds of thousands of pilgrims – from all over the world and of all religions – during one year. The Ostrog Monastery, with the relics of St. Basil of Ostrog, the Wonderworker, was built in 1650 and consists of the Lower Monastery, the Upper Monastery and the Church of the Holy Martyr Stanka, a shepherd from the village of Podvrače, Danilovgrad, who was beheaded and killed by the Ottomans because he refused to accept Islam. The Upper Monastery is located at 900m above sea level. It consists of two churches dedicated to the Holy Cross and the Virgin Mary (the Presentation of the Blessed Virgin Mary) and it houses the relics of Saint Basil of Ostrog, known for their healing power. The lower monastery is dedicated to the Holy Trinity.
All Montenegrin spirituality, faith and cultural wealth seem to have found refuge in one place in the heights of the Ostro rocks. A destination that will take your breath away will fill your soul with a fresh and sublime feeling of love for God.
Excursion plan
In the morning
1. The morning departure (Wednesday, Friday and Sunday) starts at 07:00 from Herceg Novi and continues along the bay when we are already in Lipci heading towards the continental part. Arrival at the restaurant around 09:00 a.m. for a short break for coffee or breakfast, as desired by the guest.
2. After a 20-minute break, we arrive at the Monastery complex. Free time for his visit lasting 3 hours.
3. Around 1:00 p.m., after the tour, we take a break in a restaurant for lunch (optional), after which we return to Herceg Novi. During the return, you will enjoy the beautiful panorama of the Salt Lake and the Bay of Kotor with the opportunity to take photos.
4. Arrival in Herceg Novi is planned around 4:00 p.m.
In the afternoon
1. The afternoon monastery tour (Monday, Tuesday and Thursday) starts at 1:30 pm from Herceg Novi.
2. Arrival at the monastery complex around 4:00 p.m.
3. Free time for his visit lasting 3 hours. You will also have the opportunity to attend the Evening Liturgy in the Upper and Lower Monastery.
4. Return to Herceg Novi around 10:00 p.m.
Destinations
- Herceg Novi
- Monastery Ostrog
Departure
- Wednesday, Friday and Sunday at 07:00
- Monday, Tuesday and Thursday at 1:30 p.m
Excursion price
- €25.00 per person
Excursion Info
- 6-7h
- 2 adults+
Included
- Monastery tax
- Tour guide service and insurance.
NOT Included
- Any personal expenses
- Food/Drinks
- Gratuity
