4-Day Montenegro road trip Starting from Podgorica to Kotor

Photo of Podgorica city at Moraca riverside.
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Summary

Duration
4 days & 3 nights
Available
Jan. - Dec.
Hotel
3 nights included
Car rental
4 days included
Flights
Optional
Travel app
All vouchers, itinerary, & map

Description

Have the adventure of a lifetime with this 4-day road trip through Montenegro.

This incredible self-drive vacation package will take you through the best destinations in Montenegro. With this perfectly planned travel package, you will stay 2 nights in Podgorica and 1 night in Kotor, experiencing the ultimate road trip in Montenegro. Your road trip will enable you to discover the country's most popular attractions and restaurants in Podgorica and Kotor. We'll help you experience the best 4 days in Montenegro you can imagine so you can leave happy and inspired.

Upon arriving in Podgorica, you'll collect the rental vehicle of your choice. From there, you'll be off to discover some of the most popular attractions in Montenegro, including the stunning Orthodox Temple of Christ's Resurrection and Millennium Bridge.

You'll have an extensive selection of accommodations to choose from throughout your road trip. We have handpicked the best hotels and places to stay across the country, catering to all budgets. Whether you're in the mood for luxurious five-star hotels or cozy, budget-friendly accommodations, we've got you covered.

Your road trip will bring you close to the best attractions and most incredible sights in Montenegro. From the magnificent Kampana Tower to the breathtaking St. Tryphon's Cathedral and Independence Square, your journey will take you on a thrilling adventure through some of the most iconic travel destinations in the country. Your discovery doesn't end there. Make sure to marvel at the remarkable Kotor Fortress and learn more about the unique Ostrog monastery to truly immerse yourself in the local culture. As you hit the open road and drive through Podgorica and Kotor, you'll also have plenty of opportunities to uncover hidden gems and experience the authentic charm of Montenegro. Whether you're exploring enchanting small towns, discovering scenic routes, or indulging in local cuisine, there's always something new and exciting to experience in Montenegro.

Add tours and tickets to each day of your trip to make the most of your time in Montenegro. You'll have the opportunity to choose from the best tours and activities that your travel destinations have to offer, meaning you'll never have a boring moment on your road trip through Montenegro.

Your travel plan itinerary also gives you multiple opportunities to look for souvenirs to memorialize your road trip in Montenegro.

You'll return home having experienced the very best of everything Montenegro has to offer. Each twist and turn of the journey adds a unique charm to your travel tales.

You can customize each day of your road trip vacation itinerary with flexible trip planning before and after booking. Enjoy the benefits of exploring all these great attractions at your own speed.

Your travel plan includes everything you need to experience the best of Montenegro. You'll be booked at the best hotels for 3 nights, with plenty of top-rated breakfast and restaurant options nearby. We'll provide you with the best car rental for 3 days during your self-drive road trip, including CDW insurance.

You'll have access to 24/7 travel support, a personal travel agent, and a step-by-step guide via our flexible mobile app. You can choose and add your flight preferences as needed. Make your vacation in Montenegro extra special by adding tours and tickets to each day of your itinerary.

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

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Included

Hotel, 3 nights
Rental car, 4 days
CDW Insurance
Step-by-step guide
Personal travel agent
24/7 travel support

Destinations

Podgorica milenium bridge in Montenegro.Podgorica / 2 nights

Map

Attractions

Photo of Monastery of Ostrog is a monastery of Serbian Orthodox Church placed against an almost vertical rock of Ostroska Greda, Montenegro.Ostrog monastery
Kampana Tower, Kotor Municipality, MontenegroKampana Tower
Kotor Fortress, Kotor Municipality, MontenegroKotor Fortress
Katedrala Svetog Tripuna - Cathedral of Saint Tryphon, Kotor Municipality, MontenegroSt Tryphon's Cathedral
Christ's Resurrection church in Podgorica,MontenegroOrthodox Temple of Christ's Resurrection
Independence Square, Podgorica, Podgorica Capital City, MontenegroIndependence Square
Photo of illuminated Millennium bridge in the city center, under colorful sunset sky, Podgorica, Montenegro, at night.Millennium Bridge
Old Ribnica River Bridge, Podgorica, Podgorica Capital City, MontenegroOld Ribnica River Bridge
Gorica Park, Podgorica, Podgorica Capital City, MontenegroGorica Park
Photo of Male Dajbabe Monastery was founded in 1897. View of the Church of the Assumption of the Virgin, Podgorica, Montenegro.Dajbabe Monastery
Merit Casino Montenegro, Podgorica, Podgorica Capital City, MontenegroMerit Casino Montenegro

Flights
Yes
No

Round trip
Economy
Round trip
Economy

Travel details

Flights

Round trip
Economy
Round trip
Economy
Travel dates

Include flights?

Yes
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Travelers

Rooms

Flights

Car
Yes
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Car

Small car

Small car

Category
small car
Transmission
People
Large bags
Medium car

Medium car

Category
Medium
Transmission
People
Large bags
Premium car

Premium car

Category
premium car
Transmission
People
Large bags

Hotels

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Day 1 – Podgorica - arrival day

Day 1

Day 1 – Podgorica - arrival day

  • Podgorica - Arrival day
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  • Gorica Park
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Podgorica has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Gorica Park. This attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 612 visitors.

Your stay promises to be a delightful continuation of your exploration, providing comfort and tranquility to recharge for the adventures that lie ahead.

When you’re ready for dinner, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Podgorica, Pod Volat. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,054 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Podgorica is Masala Art. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 288 customers.

Podgorica also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Podgorica is München Bierhaus | Pub München. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 202 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Podgorica is Hotel Hemera. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 375 customers.

Locals also enjoy Nacionalni restoran Stara kuća. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 182 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 4-day vacation in Montenegro!

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Experiences

Day 2 – Podgorica and Kotor

Day 2

Day 2 – Podgorica and Kotor

Podgorica and Kotor

Drive 96 km, 2 hours 15 min

  • Independence Square
  • Millennium Bridge
  • Orthodox Temple of Christ's Resurrection
  • Merit Casino Montenegro
  • Dajbabe Monastery
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Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Kotor. You’ll stay in Kotor for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Podgorica’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Podgorica, start your day with a visit to the amazing Independence Square. This much-appreciated top-tier point of interest and attraction is rated 4.2 out of 5 stars by 1,360 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Millennium Bridge. This cable-stayed bridge and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 980 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Orthodox Temple of Christ's Resurrection to make the most of your road trip across Montenegro. The spectacular Orthodox Temple of Christ's Resurrection is a church that has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 1,293 visitors.

The lovely Merit Casino Montenegro is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 137 visitors have left this casino average ratings of 4 out of 5 stars.

If you feel like visiting another type of sight or don’t want to jump into the car quite yet, spend some time at the spectacular Dajbabe Monastery. This attraction is a monastery rated an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars in 471 reviews.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Podgorica has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Kotor. Kotor offers plenty of options for top-rated hotels and other places to stay that fit all travel budgets.

After you’ve settled into your accommodation, we recommend a dinner at the popular BBQ Tanjga. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.8 out of 5 stars in 2,304 reviews.

The remarkable Konoba Scala Santa is another top restaurant in Kotor we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 836 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Pizzeria Pronto is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 752 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Kotor, the fantastic The Nitrox Pub & Eatery. This bar has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 631 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful "Ladovina" Kitchen & Wine Bar. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 497 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is Jazz Club Evergreen. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 323 customers, so don’t forget to check this one out as well!

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Montenegro!

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Day 3 – Kotor, Danilovgrad Municipality, and Podgorica

Day 3

Day 3 – Kotor, Danilovgrad Municipality, and Podgorica

  • Podgorica
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Drive 157 km, 3 hours 42 min

  • Kampana Tower
  • St Tryphon's Cathedral
  • Kotor Fortress
  • Ostrog monastery
  • More

Rise and shine on day 3 of your road trip in Montenegro. Today, you'll wake up in Kotor and embark on a scenic drive to Podgorica, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Kotor before you reach your end destination for the day.

It’s hard not to feel excited about visiting attractions in a destination as lovely as Kotor. This attraction is a top-tier point of interest that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 4,362 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible St. Tryphon's Cathedral. This attraction, a beloved church, has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 2,241 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Kotor is the stunning Kotor Fortress. This must-see tourist destination and travel destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 3,889 visitors.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Ostrog monastery. This attraction is a monastery that has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 12,592 visitors.

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like Porto. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 288 customers.

Locals also recommend Vuk, another of the best restaurants in Podgorica. Vuk is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 314 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Garden. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 294 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit Welder Pub to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Podgorica, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 189 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like ULIX Gastro bar. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. ULIX Gastro bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 148 customers.

Restoran bar Desetka Podgorica is another bar locals often recommend. This bar offers a great variety of snacks and drinks and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 135 customers.

End your day by raising your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure in Montenegro, and look forward to more great days to come!

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Day 4 – Podgorica - departure day

Day 4

Day 4 – Podgorica - departure day

  • Podgorica - Departure day
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  • Old Ribnica River Bridge
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Day 4 of your road trip in Montenegro is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Podgorica before saying goodbye to this wonderful destination. When you have time to explore the area before you make your way home, we recommend visiting some of the following attractions.

Old Ribnica River Bridge is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Podgorica. This must-see tourist destination and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 718 visitors.

Take a stroll along the main shopping streets of Podgorica and find some souvenirs to remind you of your road trip in Montenegro.

You’ll then say farewell to Podgorica. We wish you a pleasant journey home, with many wonderful memories of your unforgettable vacation in Montenegro!

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