This 7-day itinerary is designed to maximize your experience, covering the must-see sights and some local secrets, all at a pleasant pace.
Day 1: Arrival and Medieval Magic in Kotor
Arrive, pick up your rental car, and head to the UNESCO-listed Old Town of Kotor. Get lost in its alleys and, in the late afternoon, climb the 1,350 steps to the Fortress of San Giovanni for a spectacular sunset view.
Day 2: The Serpentine Road and Royal History
Drive the spectacular Kotor Serpentine road up to Lovćen National Park. Visit the Njegoš Mausoleum for a 360-degree view of the country, then head to Cetinje, the former royal capital.
Day 3: Venetian Charm and Bay Beaches
Explore Perast, the most charming village in the bay. Take a boat to the island of Our Lady of the Rocks. In the afternoon, discover smaller beaches or visit Herceg Novi.
Day 4: The Vibrant Riviera and the Postcard View
Head south to Budva. Explore its lively Old Town and relax on Mogren beach. End the day by admiring the iconic view of Sveti Stefan.
Day 5: The Monastery in the Rock and the Road to the Mountains
Travel north to the incredible Ostrog Monastery, carved into a cliff face. Continue your journey towards Žabljak, crossing the monumental Đurđevića Tara Bridge over the world's second-deepest canyon.
Day 6: The Wild Nature of Durmitor National Park
Visit the postcard-perfect Black Lake (Crno Jezero) and walk the 3.5 km trail around it. In the afternoon, drive the scenic Durmitor Ring road for breathtaking alpine landscapes.
Day 7: Return and Farewell
Depending on your flight, start your journey back. If time allows and you depart from Podgorica, make a quick stop at Lake Skadar for a boat trip.
