7-Day Montenegro Road Trip from Podgorica traveling north to Kotor and Zabljak

Photo of Podgorica city at Moraca riverside.
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Duration
7 days & 6 nights
Available
Jan. - Dec.
Hotel
6 nights included
Car rental
7 days included
Flights
Optional
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Description

Have the adventure of a lifetime with this 7-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 3 nights in Podgorica, 2 nights in Kotor, and 1 night in Žabljak, 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, Kotor, and Žabljak. We'll help you experience the best 7 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 Kotor Old Town and Kampana Tower.

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 Lovcen National Park to the breathtaking Kotor Fortress and Ostrog monastery, 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. As you hit the open road and drive through Podgorica, Kotor, and Žabljak, 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 6 nights, with plenty of top-rated breakfast and restaurant options nearby. We'll provide you with the best car rental for 6 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, 6 nights
Rental car, 7 days
CDW Insurance
Step-by-step guide
Personal travel agent
24/7 travel support

Destinations

Podgorica milenium bridge in Montenegro.Podgorica / 3 nights
Kotor -  in MontenegroKotor / 1 night
Photo of panoramic aerial view of old town of Budva, Montenegro.Budva
Old Royal Capital Cetinje - region in MontenegroOld Royal Capital Cetinje

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Attractions

Budva Old Town
Photo of Monastery of Ostrog is a monastery of Serbian Orthodox Church placed against an almost vertical rock of Ostroska Greda, Montenegro.Ostrog monastery
Стари град Котор, Kotor Municipality, MontenegroKotor Old Town
Photo of aerial view of Djurdjevica Tara Bridge is a concrete arch bridge over the Tara River in northern Montenegro. 365m long and the roadway stands 172 metres above the river.Đurđevića Tara Bridge
Kampana Tower, Kotor Municipality, MontenegroKampana Tower
Lovcen National Park, Old Royal Capital Cetinje, MontenegroLovcen National Park
Kotor Fortress, Kotor Municipality, MontenegroKotor Fortress
Photo of Summer morning Adriatic coastline landscape with Jaz beach (near Budva, Montenegro).Jaz Beach
Ploce beach, Kotor Municipality, MontenegroPloce beach
Katedrala Svetog Tripuna - Cathedral of Saint Tryphon, Kotor Municipality, MontenegroSt Tryphon's Cathedral
Mausoleum of Petar II Petrovic-Njegos, Old Royal Capital Cetinje, MontenegroMausoleum of Petar II Petrovic-Njegos
Black Lake. Crno jezero, Žabljak Municipality, MontenegroBlack Lake Crno jezero
Pavlova Strana Viewpoint, Old Royal Capital Cetinje, MontenegroPavlova Strana Viewpoint
Christ's Resurrection church in Podgorica,MontenegroOrthodox Temple of Christ's Resurrection
Independence Square, Podgorica, Podgorica Capital City, MontenegroIndependence Square
Photo of aerial view at a beautiful Black lake in the mountains, Montenegro.Black Lake
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
Kolašin 1450, Andrijevica Municipality, MontenegroKolašin 1450
Photo of Male Dajbabe Monastery was founded in 1897. View of the Church of the Assumption of the Virgin, Podgorica, Montenegro.Dajbabe Monastery
Kolasin 1600 Ski CenterKolasin 1600 Ski Center
Tara Zipline
Tara Canyon Viewpoint

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small car
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Large bags
Medium car

Medium car

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Premium car

Premium car

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premium car
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Day 1 – Podgorica - arrival day

Day 1

Day 1 – Podgorica - arrival day

  • Podgorica - Arrival day
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  • Independence Square
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Podgorica has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Independence Square. This attraction is a must-see tourist destination and has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 1,360 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.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 7-day vacation in Montenegro!

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Experiences

Day 2 – Podgorica

Day 2

Day 2 – Podgorica

  • Podgorica
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Drive 20 km, 48 min

  • Dajbabe Monastery
  • Orthodox Temple of Christ's Resurrection
  • Millennium Bridge
  • Gorica Park
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You still have 2 nights left in Podgorica.

One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Dajbabe Monastery. This incredible attraction is a monastery and has an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars from 471 visitors.

Orthodox Temple of Christ's Resurrection is another popular attraction you'll visit. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.8 out of 5 stars by 1,293 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit is Millennium Bridge. This amazing attraction is a cable-stayed bridge and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 980 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Gorica Park. This park and place of interest is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 612 visitors.

To do something one-of-a-kind today, you can join a popular tour. Check out all the fun and eye-opening experiences you can try out in Montenegro to make your travel experience in the country more memorable.

When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll drive to your accommodation in the city of Podgorica.

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Podgorica, like Porto. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 288 customers.

Vuk is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Podgorica. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 314 customers.

Locals enjoy Garden, one of the most popular restaurants in the city of Podgorica. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 294 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Podgorica, Nacionalni restoran Stara kuća. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 182 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like Welder Pub. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 189 customers.

Raise your glass and relax after another big day of your road trip adventure through Montenegro!

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Day 3 – Cetinje, Budva, and Kotor

Day 3

Day 3 – Cetinje, Budva, and Kotor

  • Budva
  • Old Royal Capital Cetinje
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Drive 134 km, 3 hours 30 min

  • Pavlova Strana Viewpoint
  • Lovcen National Park
  • Mausoleum of Petar II Petrovic-Njegos
  • Jaz Beach
  • Budva Old Town
  • More

Get ready to experience some of the most famous attractions in the area!

One of the best places to visit is the amazing Pavlova Strana Viewpoint. This attraction is a top-tier point of interest and is rated an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 1,403 visitors.

You could also go sightseeing at the incredible Lovcen National Park. This park and travel destination has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 4,095 visitors.

Mausoleum of Petar II Petrovic-Njegos is another popular attraction you can explore. This well-known attraction, a spectacular must-see tourist destination, has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from over 2,090 reviews.

Joining a top-rated tour in Cetinje is another excellent way to spend your new day in Montenegro. The best tours in this travel destination will take you on an exploration to some of Montenegro’s most well-known attractions and best-kept secrets.

With this tour, you’ll set out on a journey to Montenegro’s most interesting sights. As you go along this remarkable tour, you’ll also have the unique opportunity to catch a glimpse of Montenegro’s scenic spots.

You could then travel to the amazing Jaz Beach for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is a beach and has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,566 visitors.

You’ll also have your choice of the best hotels and places to stay in the city of Kotor.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try BBQ Tanjga, one of the best restaurants in the city of Kotor. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 2,304 customers.

Locals also recommend Konoba Scala Santa as one of the best restaurants in the city of Kotor. Konoba Scala Santa is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 836 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Kotor is Pizzeria Pronto. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 752 customers.

After dinner, visit The Nitrox Pub & Eatery, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Kotor. This bar is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 631 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like "Ladovina" Kitchen & Wine Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 497 customers.

Alternatively, Jazz Club Evergreen is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Kotor. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 323 customers.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure through Montenegro!

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Day 4 – Kotor

Day 4

Day 4 – Kotor

  • Kotor
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Drive 45 km, 59 min

  • Kampana Tower
  • Kotor Old Town
  • St Tryphon's Cathedral
  • Kotor Fortress
  • Ploce beach
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You still have 1 night left in Kotor.

One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Kampana Tower. This incredible attraction is a must-see tourist destination and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 4,362 visitors.

St. Tryphon's Cathedral is another popular attraction you'll visit. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,241 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit is Kotor Fortress. This amazing attraction is a top-tier point of interest and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 3,889 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Ploce beach. This natural feature and place of interest is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,634 visitors.

To do something one-of-a-kind today, you can join a popular tour. Check out all the fun and eye-opening experiences you can try out in Montenegro to make your travel experience in the country more memorable.

When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll drive to your accommodation in the city of Kotor.

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Kotor, like MARENDA steak house. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 470 customers.

Cesarica is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Kotor. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 568 customers.

Locals enjoy La Catedrale Pasta Bar, one of the most popular restaurants in the city of Kotor. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 541 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Kotor, The Harbour Pub. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 312 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like Letrika Caffe Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 235 customers.

Pub "Old Town" Kotor is another of the best bars in the city of Kotor. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 222 customers.

Raise your glass and relax after another big day of your road trip adventure through Montenegro!

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Day 5 – Danilovgrad Municipality and Zabljak

Day 5

Day 5 – Danilovgrad Municipality and Zabljak

Danilovgrad Municipality and Zabljak

Drive 215 km, 3 hours 55 min

  • Ostrog monastery
  • Black Lake Crno jezero
  • Black Lake
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You’ll stay in Zabljak for 1 night.

One of the best places to explore today is Ostrog monastery. This excellent attraction is a monastery that has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 12,592 visitors.

To experience the local culture, see more of Montenegro, and meet new people at the same time, we highly recommend you go on a tour. On this tour, you can go on an epic adventure to some of the best places to visit in Montenegro. You also get to admire popular places of interest.

You could then travel to Black Lake for some unforgettable sightseeing experience. This popular attraction is a lake and is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 1,139 visitors.

You’ll have your choice of the best hotels and places to stay in the city of Zabljak.

After a long day of traveling and sightseeing, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Zabljak, Restaurant Or'O. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 928 customers.

Locals recommend Lounge bar Cudna suma as one of the best restaurants in the city of Zabljak. Lounge bar Cudna suma is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 203 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Zabljak is Krcma Nostalgija. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 476 customers.

Be sure to celebrate another day of your incredible road trip adventure through Montenegro with a toast!

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Day 6 – Pljevlja Municipality, Andrijevica, and Podgorica

Day 6

Day 6 – Pljevlja Municipality, Andrijevica, and Podgorica

  • Podgorica
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Drive 172 km, 3 hours 14 min

  • Tara Zipline
  • Đurđevića Tara Bridge
  • Tara Canyon Viewpoint
  • Kolašin 1450
  • Kolasin 1600 Ski Center
  • More

Rise and shine on day 6 of your road trip in Montenegro. Today, you'll wake up in Žabljak 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 Žabljak 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 Žabljak. This attraction is a must-see tourist destination that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 314 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Đurđevića Tara Bridge. This attraction, a beloved deck arch bridge, has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 4,966 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Žabljak is the stunning Tara Canyon Viewpoint. This best-rated sightseeing destination and travel destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 129 visitors.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Kolašin 1450. This attraction is a must-see tourist destination that has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 559 visitors.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Kolasin 1600 Ski Center. This best-rated sightseeing destination and attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 457 reviews.

After dinner, visit ULIX Gastro bar 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 148 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Restoran bar Desetka Podgorica. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Restoran bar Desetka Podgorica has an average rating 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 7 – Podgorica - departure day

Day 7

Day 7 – Podgorica - departure day

  • Podgorica - Departure day
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  • Old Ribnica River Bridge
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Day 7 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 top-tier point of interest 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 could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Podgorica at Grill Beli before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 138 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Pizzeria Calabria for your last chance at a meal in the city of Podgorica. The Pizzeria Calabria restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 147 customers.

If you'd prefer a popular restaurant that locals enjoy, try Restoran Maša. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 171 customers.

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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