Cheap 10-Day Montenegro Road Trip Vacation from Podgorica to Kotor, Žabljak, and Bar

You'll pick up your rental car in Podgorica and begin your adventure in Montenegro.

Podgorica is a popular cheap holiday destination in Montenegro with something to offer every traveler. When you're ready to explore the city, stop at some of the best places to visit in Podgorica and get this road trip adventure rolling.

One of the best-rated budget apartment options we recommend is Apart Compliment. This 5-star apartment is a favorite among travelers, as seen in its average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 390 guests.

Budget-conscious travelers also enjoy staying at Seven Hills Bed&Bike B&B. Rated 4 out of 5 stars by 950 former guests, this 4-star hotel is perfect for travelers looking for a temporary place to stay in Podgorica.

Hotel Laguna is another low-cost accommodation best for price-conscious travelers. This budget-friendly 3-star hotel in Podgorica has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars in over 837 reviews.

These top-rated accommodations in Podgorica are popular and get fully booked fast.

When you're hungry and ready to take a break from your adventure, treat yourself to a delicious meal at one of the best restaurants in Podgorica. An excellent example is the popular Imanje Knjaz. Serving a menu of mouthwatering dishes, this restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 496 customers.

Another restaurant you should check out during your cheap vacation in Montenegro is Pod Volat.

If you wish to dine at a restaurant locals love, go to the wonderful Masala Art. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars from 288 customers, and is an awesome place to satisfy your craving for good food and service.

München Bierhaus | Pub München is a great bar to relax after a busy day. About 202 customers have given this spot an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars, making it one of the most popular bars in the area.

Enjoy toasting the start of a terrific road trip vacation and cheap holiday experience in Montenegro!

Today's agenda is to explore Podgorica and discover what this fabulous and cheap holiday destination offers. Expect amazing attractions, a great dining experience, and a wonderful time discovering the daily lives of locals with 5 nights left in Podgorica.

You’ll begin this day’s adventure with a visit to the top-rated Dajbabe Monastery. This incredible attraction is a monastery that has an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars from around 439 visitors.

Another highlight of this cheap holiday package is a trip to the fascinating Orthodox Temple of Christ's Resurrection. This spectacular church and tourist destination has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars in 1,229 reviews.

It’s hard to pass up the chance to see the famous Millennium Bridge during a vacation in Podgorica. Ranking high up on many travelers’ bucket lists, the amazing Millennium Bridge has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 901 reviews.

This day of your road trip in Montenegro is also the perfect opportunity to see the outstanding Gorica Park. This popular place of interest in Podgorica is a valued park that has a rating of 4.7 out of a 5-star rating from 572 visitors.

Keen to do something new and one-of-a-kind today? There are many experiences you can add to your cheap vacation package to make your road trip in Montenegro more special. Check out all the budget-friendly activities and tours below and bag a cheap holiday deal.

After taking in the best of Podgorica, you’ll drive to your accommodation in the city of Podgorica for a well-deserved rest. When you’re ready to eat, indulge yourself to a nice meal at one of the top-rated restaurants in the city.

Porto is an excellent example. Here you can enjoy good food and service at affordable prices. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 288 customers.

Vuk is another great restaurant option for budget travelers in Podgorica. This restaurant serves a variety of delicious and savory meals at low prices and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 314 customers.

Locals enjoy dining at Garden, and you might want to check it out too. This restaurant has an exciting menu and an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 294 reviews.

After a lovely dinner at one of the best places to eat in Podgorica, visit one of the most popular drinking spots in the city. Relax, grab a drink or two, chat with friendly locals, and enjoy the rest of your evening in Podgorica.

Hotel Hemera is a fantastic bar many locals in Podgorica recognize. This popular bar is an excellent place to unwind after a busy day and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 375 customers.

Raise your glass and savor every moment of your cheap holiday experience in Montenegro!

You still have 4 nights left in the area, giving you plenty of chances to check out top-rated restaurants and try out unique activities that will enhance your road trip experience in Montenegro.

Today’s adventure starts in Old Royal Capital Cetinje. Old Royal Capital Cetinje is a popular cheap holiday destination in Montenegro and the home of the wonderful Pavlova Strana Viewpoint. This amazing attraction is a must-see tourist destination that has an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars from 1,351 visitors.

Another of the best places to visit in Old Royal Capital Cetinje is the fascinating Lovcen National Park. As one of the most popular sights in the area, this park and tourist destination has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 4,032 reviews.

Make your road trip vacation in Montenegro more memorable and epic without spending a fortune. Take advantage of the cheap holiday deals you'll find in Montenegro and add budget-friendly activities to your travel plan.

When you’re done exploring, you’ll drive back to your accommodation near the city of Podgorica.

When you arrive, we recommend eating at a restaurant that locals enjoy, like Restoran Per Sempre. This restaurant serves delicious dishes at surprisingly cheap prices and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 217 customers.

Naša priča Restaurant is another excellent restaurant we recommend for budget travelers in Podgorica. This restaurant offers good food at even better prices and is rated an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 168 customers.

After your meal, finish off this busy day with a refreshing drink at one of the best bars in the city of Podgorica, Nacionalni restoran Stara kuća. This bar offers a variety of liquors at different price points and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 182 customers.

This bar offers customers a terrific bar experience at low prices, making it one of the best spots in Podgorica.

Cheers for an adventure-filled road trip vacation in Montenegro! Celebrate this incredible opportunity for an affordable travel experience in the city of Podgorica!

Today's agenda is to explore Podgorica and discover what this fabulous and cheap holiday destination offers. Expect amazing attractions, a great dining experience, and a wonderful time discovering the daily lives of locals with 3 nights left in Podgorica.

You’ll begin this day’s adventure with a visit to the top-rated Jaz Beach. This incredible attraction is a beach that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from around 3,557 visitors.

Another highlight of this cheap holiday package is a trip to the fascinating Budva Old Town. This spectacular must-see tourist destination and tourist destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 27,201 reviews.

It’s hard to pass up the chance to see the famous Budva Riviera during a vacation in Podgorica. Ranking high up on many travelers’ bucket lists, the amazing Budva Riviera has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 1,242 reviews.

This day of your road trip in Montenegro is also the perfect opportunity to see the outstanding Kamenovo beach. This popular place of interest in Podgorica is a valued natural feature that has a rating of 4.5 out of a 5-star rating from 906 visitors.

You’ll be making the most of your time in Podgorica when you include the fantastic Kastio Castle to your road trip itinerary. This local attraction is a captivating must-see tourist destination with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 1,381 travelers.

Keen to do something new and one-of-a-kind today? There are many experiences you can add to your cheap vacation package to make your road trip in Montenegro more special. Check out all the budget-friendly activities and tours below and bag a cheap holiday deal.

After taking in the best of Podgorica, you’ll drive to your accommodation in the city of Podgorica for a well-deserved rest. When you’re ready to eat, indulge yourself to a nice meal at one of the top-rated restaurants in the city.

Grill Beli is an excellent example. Here you can enjoy good food and service at affordable prices. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 138 customers.

Pizzeria Calabria is another great restaurant option for budget travelers in Podgorica. This restaurant serves a variety of delicious and savory meals at low prices and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 147 customers.

Locals enjoy dining at Restoran Maša, and you might want to check it out too. This restaurant has an exciting menu and an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars in 171 reviews.

After a lovely dinner at one of the best places to eat in Podgorica, visit one of the most popular drinking spots in the city. Relax, grab a drink or two, chat with friendly locals, and enjoy the rest of your evening in Podgorica.

Welder Pub is a fantastic bar many locals in Podgorica recognize. This popular bar is an excellent place to unwind after a busy day and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 189 customers.

Raise your glass and savor every moment of your cheap holiday experience in Montenegro!

You still have 2 nights left in the area, giving you plenty of chances to check out top-rated restaurants and try out unique activities that will enhance your road trip experience in Montenegro.

Today’s adventure starts in Kotor. Kotor is a popular cheap holiday destination in Montenegro and the home of the wonderful Ploce beach. This amazing attraction is a natural feature that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 2,635 visitors.

Make your road trip vacation in Montenegro more memorable and epic without spending a fortune. Take advantage of the cheap holiday deals you'll find in Montenegro and add budget-friendly activities to your travel plan.

When you’re done exploring, you’ll drive back to your accommodation near the city of Podgorica.

When you arrive, we recommend eating at a restaurant that locals enjoy, like Gostiona 1928. This restaurant serves delicious dishes at surprisingly cheap prices and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 135 customers.

Palata is another excellent restaurant we recommend for budget travelers in Podgorica. This restaurant offers good food at even better prices and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 109 customers.

Another popular restaurant in Podgorica you might want to check out is Hotel Hemera. Hotel Hemera is a local favorite with a variety of value-for-money dishes on their menu. Customers have rated this fantastic restaurant an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 375 reviews.

After your meal, finish off this busy day with a refreshing drink at one of the best bars in the city of Podgorica, ULIX Gastro bar. This bar offers a variety of liquors at different price points and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 148 customers.

This bar offers customers a terrific bar experience at low prices, making it one of the best spots in Podgorica.

Cheers for an adventure-filled road trip vacation in Montenegro! Celebrate this incredible opportunity for an affordable travel experience in the city of Podgorica!

Day 6 of your self-drive vacation in Montenegro gives you the opportunity to explore two popular cheap holiday destinations in one day.

Today's agenda features plenty of popular stops and allows you to stay in Kotor for 1 night. How much time you want to spend in each area or attraction is up to you. This way, you’ll have all the time you want to take in the unique atmosphere of each location and make the most of your affordable vacation in Montenegro.

While you’re in Podgorica, it’s a good idea to visit the amazing Kotor Fortress. The fantastic Kotor Fortress is a popular top-tier point of interest and a sightseeing hotspot. This attraction boasts an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 3,776 travelers.

Travelers usually have a splendid time at the incredible Kotor Old Town, a well-known museum in the area. Currently, this spectacular destination enjoys a 4.8 out of a 5 star-rating from 5,785 travelers.

The top-rated Kampana Tower is another local feature you can check out today. This spectacular must-see tourist destination and destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from over 4,330 travelers.

Make Old Town your first stop. This popular must-see tourist destination among locals and travelers alike has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 8,900 visitors.

Make the most of your time in the country by joining activities that let you discover more about Montenegro. Check out all of the affordable tours you can join this day of your cheap holiday in Montenegro and ensure the road trip experience of a lifetime.

You’ll also have your choice of the best budget accommodations in the city of Kotor. So when it's time for a break from your adventures in Kotor, relax and restore your energy at any of the following affordable places to stay.

A top-rated budget hotel suitable for cheap holiday goers is the fantastic Astoria Hotel Kotor. This 4-star hotel in Kotor offers low-cost accommodations that feature many useful amenities. Around 476 travelers who chose to stay at this hotel during their trip to the city rated their experience an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

The lovely J & P Apartments is another excellent choice for anyone who prefers a cozy and practical place to stay in the city. This 4-star apartment has been rated by 381 former guests an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

If you’re looking for a place that is simple and homey, Apartments Bućin is for you. This apartment allows guests access to many amenities that are perfect for everyday use. In addition, this 3-star apartment has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 147 previous guests.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try The Nitrox Pub & Eatery, one of the best restaurants in Kotor. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 631 customers.

BBQ Tanjga is yet another of the top places to eat in the city. BBQ Tanjga is known for serving a variety of delectable dishes and is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 2,304 diners.

Locals and travelers enjoy dining at Konoba Scala Santa, another well-loved restaurant in Kotor. Rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 836 guests, this restaurant is an excellent choice for anyone looking for a memorable dining experience in Montenegro.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in Kotor, "Ladovina" Kitchen & Wine Bar. This famous bar offers snacks and drinks at different price points and is a popular hangout spot among locals. In addition, this bar has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 497 bar goers.

Jazz Club Evergreen is a great place for anyone who is into classic bar drinks. This bar is considered one of the best drinking spots in Kotor, with its average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 323 customers.

Cherish every minute of your road trip vacation across Montenegro. Celebrate this opportunity to enjoy a cheap holiday in Montenegro!

On day 7 of your road trip through popular and cheap vacation spots across Montenegro, you’ll experience two places in one day. You’ll start your day in Podgorica and end your day in the city of Zabljak, where you'll stay for 1 night. How much time you’ll spend in each location is up to you.

One of the best places to visit in Podgorica is the amazing Prevoj Sedlo. This travel destination is a best-rated sightseeing destination that has been rated an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 741 visitors.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible Durmitor National Park. Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars by 7,395 travelers, a visit to this well-known park and sightseeing spot in Podgorica is likely to make your vacation in Montenegro even more memorable.

Another unforgettable sight in Podgorica is the outstanding Black Lake. This lake has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 1,111 visitors.

To make the most of your day in this cheap holiday destination in Montenegro, drop by the popular Black Lake. Crno jezero. This attraction, an amazing best-rated sightseeing destination, has been rated 4.9 out of 5 stars by 1,564 travelers.

Cheap, budget vacations are nothing but incredible, especially when you’re in Montenegro. To have the best affordable travel experience in Montenegro, make time for some unique, challenging, or inspiring activities. Adding a tour to your travel plan promises a one-of-a kind adventure that will make your cheap vacation in Montenegro unforgettable. Fortunately, you'll find plenty of budget-friendly tours and cheap holiday deals in Montenegro.

At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Zabljak. Zabljak is another cheap travel destination in Montenegro where you have access to hotels, restaurants, bars, and other conveniences.

Another accommodation suitable for budget-conscious travelers is the amazing Apartments Sipcic. This 3-star apartment offers practical amenities that will make your stay in the city pleasant. This apartment is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 103 guests.

After a long day of driving and exploring some of the best attractions a budget vacation in Montenegro can afford, treat yourself to a hearty meal. You’ll find many great restaurants in Zabljak that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

One restaurant we recommend you try in Zabljak is Restaurant Or'O. This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 928 customers.

When talking about the best restaurants in Zabljak, Lounge bar Cudna suma is a name locals often mention. This local favorite offers a variety of options, helping it earn an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 203 diners.

Another restaurant worth trying is Krcma Nostalgija. Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Zabljak enjoy dining at this restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 476 customers.

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Zabljak’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in Montenegro.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure and cheap holiday experience in Montenegro!

On day 8 of your road trip through popular and cheap vacation spots across Montenegro, you’ll experience two places in one day. You’ll start your day in Podgorica and end your day in the city of Bar, where you'll stay for 1 night. How much time you’ll spend in each location is up to you.

One of the best places to visit in Podgorica is the amazing Đurđevića Tara Bridge. This travel destination is a deck arch bridge that has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 4,937 visitors.

Cheap, budget vacations are nothing but incredible, especially when you’re in Montenegro. To have the best affordable travel experience in Montenegro, make time for some unique, challenging, or inspiring activities. Adding a tour to your travel plan promises a one-of-a kind adventure that will make your cheap vacation in Montenegro unforgettable. Fortunately, you'll find plenty of budget-friendly tours and cheap holiday deals in Montenegro.

At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Bar. Bar is another cheap travel destination in Montenegro where you have access to hotels, restaurants, bars, and other conveniences.

One of the best budget stay options in Bar is the 4-star Apartments Kuce Lekovica Beach & Restaurant. This apartment has been rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 196 former guests.

Another accommodation suitable for budget-conscious travelers is the amazing Pharos. This 3-star hotel offers practical amenities that will make your stay in the city pleasant. This hotel is rated an average of 4 out of 5 stars by 100 guests.

Travelers also recommend the cozy 3-star Vila Jadran to anyone looking for a popular budget hotel in Bar. In fact, around 122 travelers who were once guests of this hotel rated it an average of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

After a long day of driving and exploring some of the best attractions a budget vacation in Montenegro can afford, treat yourself to a hearty meal. You’ll find many great restaurants in Bar that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

One restaurant we recommend you try in Bar is Caffe Pizzeria Perbacco. This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 618 customers.

When talking about the best restaurants in Bar, Forest is a name locals often mention. This local favorite offers a variety of options, helping it earn an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 611 diners.

Another restaurant worth trying is Le Petit Chateau Restoran. Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Bar enjoy dining at this restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 547 customers.

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Bar’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in Montenegro. For example, you can visit Nice Vice. Rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 273 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure and cheap holiday experience in Montenegro!

Day 9 of your road trip across Montenegro offers you the chance to visit the wonderful Podgorica and the enchanting Kolašin, two of the most popular cheap holiday destinations in the country. You'll begin sightseeing in Podgorica and end the day in Kolašin, where you'll stay for 1 night.

Buckle up because day 9 of your affordable vacation in Montenegro will take you to some of locals’ and travelers’ most recommended travel spots!

One place travelers keep coming back to in Podgorica is the magnificent Kolasin 1600 Ski Center. Around 440 visitors have rated this excellent best-rated sightseeing destination and travel destination an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

We also recommend you explore the amazing Kolašin 1450 on this leg of your self-drive tour in Montenegro. This attraction is a well-known must-see tourist destination that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from around 506 travelers.

Start your sightseeing in this cheap holiday destination with a visit to the unforgettable Morača. This popular site is a valued architectural structure in Kolašin and is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 1,921 visitors.

Exploring one unique site after another provides you the much-needed variety during your self-drive tour across Montenegro. But to satisfy your curiosity or need for adventure, we recommend you add excursions in today’s agenda. You have a great selection of popular and low-cost activities to choose from in Montenegro. Make your cheap holiday experience in Montenegro more memorable by doing something new, bold, or inspiring.

Podgorica offers many top-rated accommodations suitable for travelers on a budget vacation in Montenegro. So anytime you need a break from your activities, you’re guaranteed a comfortable and affordable place to rest and stay in the city.

Apart Compliment is one of the best budget apartment options for price-conscious travelers in the city. In fact, this 5-star apartment has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars in 390 reviews.

Another practical choice for travelers looking to enjoy a cheap vacation in Podgorica is Seven Hills Bed&Bike B&B. This 4-star hotel offers reasonably-priced accommodations with many handy amenities, and is rated 4 out of 5 stars by 950 former guests.

We also recommend staying at the charming 3-star Hotel Laguna to take advantage of their cheap holiday deals. Rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 837 former guests, this hotel is perfect for anyone looking for a simple, cozy, and budget-friendly place to stay in Podgorica.

As this adventurous day progresses, satisfy your hunger at one of the best restaurants in the city. Many restaurants in Podgorica offer good food at even better prices, the perfect combination for travelers on affordable vacations in Montenegro.

Make sure you get to the restaurant early to save yourself a seat.

When night has fallen and you feel like enjoying a drink, head to some of Podgorica’s best bars. There are plenty of bars in the city where you can order a few drinks without compromising your budget.

Restoran bar Desetka Podgorica is an excellent example of a great bar in Podgorica offering drinks at reasonable prices. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 135 customers.

Celebrate another day of your adventure-filled road trip through Montenegro with a toast. Cheers to a memorable cheap vacation experience in Montenegro!

It’s soon time to say goodbye to Montenegro as your road trip vacation is about to end. Day 10 is your departure day and your last chance to capture the beauty of Podgorica.

Depending on how much time you have before your flight back home, we recommend doing some last-minute shopping or sightseeing to make the most of your cheap holiday experience in Montenegro.

If you'd rather pass time visiting some attractions, this is your chance to go to places you may not have had the chance to explore yet.

One fantastic attraction you could visit on your last day in Podgorica is the remarkable Old Ribnica River Bridge. This top-tier point of interest and popular place of interest has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 651 visitors.

You’ll then say farewell to Podgorica and begin your journey home. You’ll leave filled with unforgettable memories from your terrific and affordable travel experiences in Montenegro!