Departure to Herzegovina
The journey starts at 08:00 o’clock from Budva. We drive through the Grbalj valley direction Tivat. We cross the Bay by ferry, which shortens our way to Herceg Novi. Further along the Riviera of Herceg Novi and its small resorts to Trebinje.
Crkvina monastery
After reaching Trebinje our visit starts with the most famous tourist site, Crkvina monastery, raised on the top of the hill Crkvina, overviewing the town in the valley. This monastery comprises the Temple of the Godmother, a true replica of Gračanica monastery (Kosovo and Metohija), icon gallery, rectory, amphitheater, church bookshop, museum, fountain and summer garden. Temple of the Godmother was built in 2000 in order to obey the will of the famous poet from Trebinje, Jovan Dučić. He was buried in the crypt of this Temple.
Town of Trebinje – town centre and the Old town
After the visit of Crkvina monastery we turn back to the town. Local guide will show you the most interesting parts, such as old fortresses and old stone Arslanagić bridge from the 16th century. The unusual secret about building of this bridge will be revealed to you. Than we proceed to the short sightseeing tour through the Old town: old clock tower, the urban core Kastel built in the 18th century, Osman paša’s mosque from the 18th century and city walls with cannons. As soon as you walk out of the Old town, through the tunnel gate, you will reach the poets’ square lined with 115-years-old plane trees, green market, catholic cathedral and fountains with monuments.
Tvrdoš monastery
Our next visit will be Tvrdoš monastery, 4.5 km faraway from Trebinje, built on the foundations of an old church from the 4th century. This is the holy place where the Saint Vasilije, founder of Ostrog monastery, became a monk. Tvrdoš monastery is surrounded by the vineyards cultivated by the monks themselves. You will have a chance to taste their home-made wine.
Lunch in a national restaurant
After the visit of Tvrdoš monastery, lunch in a national restaurant is foreseen. We will taste home- made dishes form Herzegovina.
In the afternoon we turn back to Montenegro. Arrival to Budva in the late afternoon.
