Two-Week Montenegro Self-Drive Road Trip With Itinerary from Podgorica to Zabljak, Bar, and Herceg Novi

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Escape the ordinary with this exciting 15-day road trip through Montenegro. Explore diverse landscapes, discover lively cities, and prepare for an unforgettable journey!

This perfectly planned road trip itinerary takes you through some of the best places to see in Montenegro. You will spend 3 nights in Podgorica, 2 nights in Zabljak, 8 nights in Bar, and 1 night in Herceg Novi. Anticipate well-spent days sightseeing, eating delicious food, and experiencing the highlights of each destination!

With this travel package, you can choose from an extensive selection of accommodations along your road trip route in Montenegro. We have handpicked the best hotels and places to stay across the country, including options for each budget. Whether you are in the mood for luxurious 5-star hotels or budget-friendly bed and breakfasts, we have you covered.

Upon arriving in Podgorica, the rental vehicle of your choice will be ready for collection. From there, the road trip can begin! Experience the ultimate freedom and uncover Montenegro on your own terms.

An expertly curated travel plan makes sure you don’t miss out on any of the best things to see and do on your road trip in Montenegro. Ostrog Monastery and Old Town are just a couple of the bucket-list attractions that await your discovery.

As you hit the open road and drive through Podgorica, Plužine Municipality, Zabljak, Đurđevića Tara, Manastir Morača, Rakića Kuće, Bar, Brca, Tomba, Stari Bar, Budva, Katun-Reževići, Sveti Stefan, Pržno, Bečići, Petrovac na Moru, Buljarica, Gornji Štoj, Donji Štoj, Ulcinj, Đuraševići, Kotor, Dubraljevina, Herceg Novi, Meljine, Cetinje, and Rijeka Crnojevića, you will also enjoy plenty of opportunities to uncover hidden gems and experience the authentic charm of Montenegro. Whether you are exploring enchanting towns and villages, discovering scenic routes, or indulging in local cuisine, there is always something new and exciting to experience in Montenegro.

Throughout your road trip in Montenegro, take breaks from sightseeing to explore your favorite destinations' top shopping streets and markets. Discover unique souvenirs that will forever remind you of your self-drive adventure in Montenegro.

This package offers an all-in-one solution for your trip planning - choose flights, a rental car, accommodations, attractions, and tours that suit your needs and desires. You can customize each day of your road trip itinerary with flexible trip planning before and after booking.

The best services in Montenegro fill up quickly, so book your spot early. Select a date and start planning your road trip in Montenegro today!

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Day 1

Day 1

  • Podgorica - Arrival day
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  • Old Ribnica River Bridge
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Welcome to Podgorica, the perfect starting point for your road trip in Montenegro! Pick up your rental car and let the adventure begin. You will spend 2 nights discovering what to see in Podgorica before embarking on the next leg of your journey.

Podgorica is a beautiful city with plenty to discover. Taking a stroll in the city center is a great alternative. Soak in the lovely atmosphere and sit down for a bit to eat or drink.

Find your way to your hotel in Podgorica. We recommend choosing a hotel in a central location for easy exploring. Check-in typically starts between 2 and 4 PM at hotels in Montenegro. Settle in and make plans for the evening.

As dinnertime approaches, it's time to head out for a bite to eat. If you are looking to dine at a popular restaurant in Podgorica, it's often a good idea to reserve a table in advance.

Raise a toast to the start of your 15-day road trip in Montenegro!

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Day 2

Day 2

  • Podgorica
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Drive 17 km, 1 hour 16 min

  • Dajbabe Monastery
  • Orthodox Temple of Christ's Resurrection
  • Millennium Bridge
  • Gorica Park
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Day 2 offers an itinerary packed with the best things to see in Podgorica. You’ll stay in Podgorica for 1 night more, offering you enough time to explore at a relaxed pace.

Throughout the day, make sure to take breaks to appreciate the surroundings.

Don’t forget to check out all the popular tours and experiences you can add to your travel plans in Montenegro. You can explore and select activities under each day of your itinerary.

As you are wrapping up for the day, treat yourself to a satisfying dinner at a nice restaurant in Podgorica. Enjoy a relaxing evening as you savor delicious local cuisine.

As the day draws to a close, take a moment to unwind and prepare for the next exciting chapter of your road trip in Montenegro.

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Day 3

Day 3

  • Podgorica
  • Žabljak
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Drive 169 km, 3 hours 41 min

  • Ostrog Orthodox Monastery
  • Park Prirode "Piva
  • Piva Lake
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On day 3 of your road trip in Montenegro, your travel plans include 2 stops at the most scenic, wondrous, and interesting places in the region. Danilovgrad Municipality and Plužine Municipality are on today's agenda. In the evening, you’ll end up in Zabljak, where you will stay for 2 nights.

Throughout the day, make sure to take breaks to appreciate the surroundings.

When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll drive to your hotel in Zabljak. Check in and relax before you head out to tour the town.

After a day of adventure, treat yourself to an exquisite dinner at one of Zabljak's best restaurants.

Get a good night's sleep and look forward to another great day on the road in Montenegro!

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Day 4

Day 4

  • Žabljak
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Drive 117 km, 3 hours 33 min

  • Đurđevića Tara Bridge
  • Tara Canyon
  • Black Lake
  • Prevoj Sedlo
  • Durmitor
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On day 4 of your road trip, you’ll start and end your day in Zabljak, where you have 1 night left to stay.

When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll return to Zabljak and your accommodation.

After a long day of exploring, sit down for a delicious dinner at a top-rated restaurant in Zabljak. Enjoy a satisfying meal that will recharge you for tonight's adventures.

Say good night to Zabljak and look forward to another great day of your road trip in Montenegro!

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Day 5

Day 5

  • Žabljak
  • Bar
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Drive 178 km, 3 hours 41 min

  • Moraca Monastery (1252.)
  • Danilov most
  • Vodopad Nijagara
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Your itinerary for day 5 of your road trip in Montenegro includes 3 stops and features some of the highlights of Manastir Morača, Zeleni Vir, and Rakića Kuće. At the end of the day, enjoy the comforts of a top-rated hotel in Bar, where you'll spend 8 nights.

At the end of the day, you will drive to Bar, where you'll have a room waiting for you at the perfect place to stay. Check in and enjoy some downtime.

As you are wrapping up for the day, treat yourself to a satisfying dinner at a nice restaurant in Bar. Enjoy a relaxing evening as you savor delicious local cuisine.

Raise your glass and celebrate another amazing day of your road trip in Montenegro!

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Day 6

Day 6

  • Bar
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Drive 17 km, 37 min

  • Red Beach
  • King Nikola's Palace
  • Old Olive Tree
  • Old Town Bar
  • Fortress Old Bar
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On day 6 of your road trip in Montenegro, you’ll start and end your day in Bar, but spend the day exploring what’s beyond the city. Since you still have 7 nights to spend in Bar, there’s no need to rush. Experience Brca, Bar, Tomba, and Stari Bar to the fullest today with this curated day itinerary.

Whether you decide to get entrance tickets for all attractions or you prefer admiring from a distance, amazing experiences await on this day in Bar.

When you’re done exploring the area’s best attractions, you’ll drive back to your accommodation in Bar.

As you are wrapping up for the day, treat yourself to a satisfying dinner at a nice restaurant in Bar. Enjoy a relaxing evening as you savor delicious local cuisine.

Head back to your accommodation in Bar and get some rest to prepare for another magical day of your road trip in Montenegro.

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Day 7

Day 7

  • Bar
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Drive 88 km, 2 hours 5 min

  • Jaz Beach
  • Mogren 2 Beach
  • Manastir Podmaine
  • Budva Riviera
  • Kamenovo beach
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On day 7 of your road trip, you'll get the chance to experience Budva and Rafailovići. At the end of the day, you'll drive back to Bar, where you still have 6 nights left to stay.

When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll return to Bar and your accommodation.

Bar is a place where the culinary landscape is as diverse as its attractions. So before the day ends, treat your palate to a taste of local cuisine at one of the best restaurants in Bar.

Raise your glass to another unforgettable day in Montenegro!

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Day 8

Day 8

  • Bar
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Drive 75 km, 2 hours 35 min

  • Reževići Monastery
  • Sveti Stefan
  • Queen's beach
  • Praskvica Monastery
  • Bečići
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On day 8 of your road trip, you’ll start and end your day in Bar, where you still have 5 nights left. You'll spend part of the day exploring places of interest outside the immediate city, including Katun-Reževići, Sveti Stefan, Pržno, and Bečići.

When you’re done exploring the area’s best attractions, you’ll drive back to your accommodation in Bar.

As dinnertime approaches, it's time to head out for a bite to eat. If you are looking to dine at a popular restaurant in Bar, it's often a good idea to reserve a table in advance.

Take some time to reflect on your day and savor another beautiful night in Montenegro.

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Day 9

Day 9

  • Bar
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Drive 55 km, 3 hours 3 min

  • Perazica Do beach
  • Hiking trail "Reževići
  • Kastio Castle
  • Petrovac beach
  • Buljarica
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Wake up to day 9 of your road trip in Montenegro. On this day, you’ll embark on an exciting expedition discovering the enchanting sights and activities of Katun-Reževići, Petrovac na Moru, and Buljarica. With 4 nights to stay in Bar, we encourage you to seize the day and discover the unexplored beauty of the city’s surroundings!

Throughout the day, make sure to take breaks to appreciate the surroundings.

When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll return to Bar and your accommodation.

After a day of adventure, treat yourself to an exquisite dinner at one of Bar's best restaurants.

As the sun sets, rest up and recharge for the next leg of your road trip in Montenegro.

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Day 10

Day 10

  • Bar
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Drive 97 km, 2 hours 19 min

  • Valdanos
  • Ada Bojana
  • MCM BEACH
  • Long Beach
  • Museum of Local History in Ulcinj
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Greet day 10 of your road trip in Montenegro with a smile and start your day with a hearty breakfast. You have 3 nights to stay in Bar, so get ready to make the most of your time in the region. On the agenda for this day, you’ll find only the best things to see and do in Valdanos - Valdanosi, Gornji Štoj, Ulcinj, and Donji Štoj.

When you’re done exploring the area’s best attractions, you’ll drive back to your accommodation in Bar.

Indulge in a memorable dining experience at one of Bar's most popular restaurants, and connect with friendly locals for a true cultural experience.

As the day draws to a close, take a moment to unwind and prepare for the next exciting chapter of your road trip in Montenegro.

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Day 11

Day 11

  • Bar
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Drive 137 km, 3 hours 2 min

  • Plavi Horizonti Plaža
  • St Tryphon's Cathedral
  • Kotor Cats Museum
  • Kampana Tower
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On day 11 of your road trip, you’ll start and end your day in Bar, where you have 2 nights left to stay.

When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll return to Bar and your accommodation.

After a long day of exploring, sit down for a delicious dinner at a top-rated restaurant in Bar. Enjoy a satisfying meal that will recharge you for tonight's adventures.

Get a good night's sleep and look forward to another great day on the road in Montenegro!

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Day 12

Day 12

  • Bar
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Drive 151 km, 3 hours 28 min

  • Kotor Serpentine
  • Ladder of Kotor
  • San Giovanni
  • Kotor Fortress
  • Ploce beach
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On day 12 of your road trip in Montenegro, you’ll start and end your day in Bar, but spend the day exploring what’s beyond the city. Since you still have 1 night to spend in Bar, there’s no need to rush. Experience Kotor and Dubraljevina to the fullest today with this curated day itinerary.

When you’re done exploring the area’s best attractions, you’ll drive back to your accommodation in Bar.

As you are wrapping up for the day, treat yourself to a satisfying dinner at a nice restaurant in Bar. Enjoy a relaxing evening as you savor delicious local cuisine.

Celebrate another amazing day of your road trip adventure in Montenegro!

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Day 13

Day 13

  • Bar
  • Herceg Novi
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Drive 141 km, 3 hours 18 min

  • Blue Cave
  • Savina Monastery, Montenegro
  • Old Town
  • Kanli Kula
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Experience an unparalleled adventure on day 13 of your road trip in Montenegro. This exciting part of your journey invites you to discover the renowned landmarks in 2 places, which are Herceg Novi and Meljine. At the end of the day, you will retreat to the hotel of your choice in Herceg Novi, where will spend 1 night.

After soaking up all the sights on today's itinerary, you'll be ready to head to your accommodation in Herceg Novi. Herceg Novi offers plenty of top-rated hotels for every travel budget. Take some time to relax before you go out again.

Indulge in a memorable dining experience at one of Herceg Novi's most popular restaurants, and connect with friendly locals for a true cultural experience.

Relax and recharge in preparation for another adventurous day in Montenegro!

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Day 14

Day 14

  • Herceg Novi
  • Podgorica
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Drive 144 km, 3 hours 37 min

  • Lovcen National Park
  • Mausoleum of Petar II Petrovic-Njegos
  • King Nicholas Museum
  • Lipa Cave
  • Pavlova Strana Viewpoint
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Dive into day 14 of your remarkable road trip in Montenegro. Today you'll explore 2 destinations, including Cetinje and Rijeka Crnojevića. At the end of the day, you’ll unwind at one of the finest accommodations in Podgorica, where you'll spend 1 night.

When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll drive to your hotel in Podgorica. Check in and relax before you head out to tour the city.

After a long day of exploring, sit down for a delicious dinner at a top-rated restaurant in Podgorica. Enjoy a satisfying meal that will recharge you for tonight's adventures.

Relax and look forward to more memorable moments to come!

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Day 15

Day 15

  • Podgorica - Departure day
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  • Independence Square
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Day 15 of your road trip in Montenegro is your departure day. If you've still got time left, we recommend doing some last-minute shopping or sightseeing.

Drive to the airport, return your car, and take the opportunity to get some last-minute souvenirs before you board your flight home. We wish you a pleasant journey and hope you leave with many wonderful memories of your road trip in Montenegro!

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Shortly after booking, you’ll receive your full itinerary, including schedules, locations, and everything you need for a stress-free trip.
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Each package includes a professionally crafted itinerary you can tailor to your travel style. A dedicated travel expert will make sure every detail fits your needs perfectly.
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Need to update plans? No problem. Whether before your trip or mid-journey, we’re just seconds away to help with quick adjustments.
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