Cheap 5-Day Montenegro Road Trip from Podgorica traveling north to Zabljak

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.

A trip to the amazing Gorica Park will make your cheap holiday in Montenegro truly special. This attraction is a fascinating park that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 612 visitors.

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 Pod Volat. Serving a menu of mouthwatering dishes, this restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,054 customers.

Another restaurant you should check out during your cheap vacation in Montenegro is Masala Art.

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.

Another bar in Podgorica we recommend is Hotel Hemera, an excellent place to meet new friends. This bar offers customers plenty of snack and drink options and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 375 customers.

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 2 nights left in Podgorica.

You’ll begin this day’s adventure with a visit to the top-rated Orthodox Temple of Christ's Resurrection. This incredible attraction is a church that has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from around 1,293 visitors.

Another highlight of this cheap holiday package is a trip to the fascinating Millennium Bridge. This spectacular cable-stayed bridge and tourist destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 980 reviews.

It’s hard to pass up the chance to see the famous Independence Square during a vacation in Podgorica. Ranking high up on many travelers’ bucket lists, the amazing Independence Square has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars in 1,360 reviews.

This day of your road trip in Montenegro is also the perfect opportunity to see the outstanding Merit Casino Montenegro. This popular place of interest in Podgorica is a valued casino that has a rating of 4 out of a 5-star rating from 137 visitors.

You’ll be making the most of your time in Podgorica when you include the fantastic Dajbabe Monastery to your road trip itinerary. This local attraction is a captivating monastery with an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars from 471 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.

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.

Nacionalni restoran Stara kuća 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 182 customers.

You can also enjoy a few drinks and some snacks at Welder Pub, another popular bar in the city. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 189 customers.

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

Day 3 of your road trip across Montenegro offers you the chance to visit the wonderful Tuzi Municipality and the enchanting Danilov, two of the most popular cheap holiday destinations in the country. You'll begin sightseeing in Tuzi Municipality and end the day in Danilov, where you'll stay for 1 night.

Buckle up because day 3 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 Tuzi Municipality is the magnificent Vodopad Nijagara. Around 2,399 visitors have rated this excellent best-rated sightseeing destination and travel destination an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

We also recommend you explore the amazing Vinopodrum 13. Jul Plantaže - Sipcanik on this leg of your self-drive tour in Montenegro. This attraction is a well-known top-tier point of interest that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from around 139 travelers.

Start your sightseeing in this cheap holiday destination with a visit to the unforgettable Manastir Ždrebaonik. This popular site is a valued place of worship in Danilov and is rated an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 222 visitors.

Another must-visit in Danilov is the spectacular Ostrog monastery. This outstanding monastery and sightseeing destination has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from more than 12,592 travelers.

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.

Zabljak 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.

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

Restaurant Or'O is a must try. This restaurant serves a mouthwatering selection of meals and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 928 diners.

Another popular eating spot in Zabljak is Lounge bar Cudna suma, a local favorite. Serving diners fresh, delicious, and affordable meals, this restaurant has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 203 customers.

Krcma Nostalgija offers customers flavorful food and good ambiance, making it one of the best places to eat in Zabljak. With an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 476 customers, this restaurant can get packed very quickly. 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 Zabljak’s best bars. There are plenty of bars in the city where you can order a few drinks without compromising your budget.

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

Day 4 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 Podgorica 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 Zabljak, it’s a good idea to visit the amazing Black Lake. The fantastic Black Lake is a popular lake and a sightseeing hotspot. This attraction boasts an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 1,139 travelers.

Travelers usually have a splendid time at the incredible Zminje jezero, a well-known natural feature in the area. Currently, this spectacular destination enjoys a 4.8 out of a 5 star-rating from 158 travelers.

The top-rated Durmitor National Park is another local feature you can check out today. This spectacular park and destination has an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars from over 7,470 travelers.

Make Tara Zipline your first stop. This popular best-rated sightseeing destination among locals and travelers alike has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 314 visitors.

Another unforgettable travel destination in Pljevlja is the outstanding Đurđevića Tara Bridge. Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars by 4,966 visitors, this remarkable deck arch bridge and attraction deserves a spot on your Montenegro travel bucket list.

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 Podgorica. So when it's time for a break from your adventures in Podgorica, relax and restore your energy at any of the following affordable places to stay.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in Podgorica, ULIX Gastro 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 148 bar goers.

Restoran bar Desetka Podgorica is a great place for anyone who is into classic bar drinks. This bar is considered one of the best drinking spots in Podgorica, with its average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 135 customers.

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

It’s soon time to say goodbye to Montenegro as your road trip vacation is about to end. Day 5 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 best-rated sightseeing destination and popular place of interest has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 718 visitors.

If you have an appetite for one last delicious meal in Podgorica, consider a top-rated restaurant like Grill Beli. This restaurant has a menu of appetizing and affordable meals and is rated at an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 138 customers.

Pizzeria Calabria is an excellent alternative if you feel like eating something else. This restaurant serves a variety of savory and budget-friendly dishes and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 147 customers.

Another popular restaurant you could check out is Restoran Maša. Rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 171 customers, this restaurant is a great place to enjoy meals that will remind you of Montenegro and your fun memories in Podgorica.

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!