Day 1: Beautiful Rivers, Monasteries And Lakes
We will leave Podgorica and drive north, crossing the Zeta River via the Emperor’s monumental stone arch bridge before continuing to the 17th-century Ostrog Monastery, dramatically built into a steep cliff and revered by three religions. Our journey then leads farther north to a viewpoint over Piva Lake, the world’s highest artificial lake, known for its vast reservoir of turquoise water. We will end the day in Žabljak.
Overnight in a 3 star hotel in Žabljak
Day 2: Black Lake And The Durmitor National Park
A short drive will take us to Black Lake, the largest glacial lake in Durmitor National Park, where we can explore the hiking trails and viewpoints along its shores. From there, we continue deeper into the UNESCO-listed Durmitor National Park, following the famed ring road that circles its dramatic mountain peaks, glacial lakes, and the Tara River basin. Along the way, we will visit Snake Valley, enjoy the sweeping views from the Sušica Canyon viewpoint, take in the grand panorama from Mount Prutaš, and traverse the spectacular Sedlo Pass route. We will end the day back in Žabljak.
Overnight in a 3 star hotel in Žabljak
Day 3: Rafting On The Tara River The Deepest Canyon In Europe
We will begin the day at the impressive Đurđevića Bridge, which rises high above the Tara River and offers stunning views of the canyon below. From there, we will set off on a guided rafting trip along the turquoise waters of the Tara River, surrounded by untouched nature and waterfalls. Continuing through the region, we will stop at several viewpoints overlooking the majestic Tara Canyon, known as the “Tear of Europe” and the deepest canyon on the continent. Our drive then follows the river toward Kolašin, with a visit to the 16th-century Dobrilovina Monastery, renowned for its beautiful frescoes, and we will enjoy a lunch of regional specialties along the way.
Overnight in a 4 star hotel in Kolasin
Day 4: Mrtvica Canyon & Biogradska Gora National Park
We will dedicate the day to exploring the natural beauty around Kolašin on foot, hiking through stunning landscapes of mountains, forests, lakes, and rivers. We begin by driving south to Medjurečje, the starting point of our hike along the spectacular Mrtvica Canyon, known for its turquoise pools and historic stone bridge. Later, we continue to Biogradska Gora National Park, a European Natural Heritage site, where we will walk the trails around Biograd Lake, a serene glacial lake surrounded by untouched rainforest.
Overnight in a 4 star hotel in Kolasin
Day 5: Private Guided Jeep Safari Tour Along Bjelasica Mountain Range
We will take a private guided jeep safari into the Bjelasica Mountain Range, driving along dirt roads that wind through vast forests and past picturesque mountain cabins, stopping at panoramic viewpoints overlooking the stunning Komovi peaks.
Midday, we will stop for lunch and enjoy local cuisine in one of the mountain villages before returning to Kolašin, where we’ll end the day with a relaxing stroll through the charming town center.
Overnight in a 4 star hotel in Kolasin
Day 6: Boat Trip On Skadar Lake & Wine Tasting
We will begin the day driving through the dramatic Morača Canyon—one of the most scenic roads in the world—and visit the 13th-century Morača Monastery.
From there, we continue to Skadar Lake, the largest lake in the Balkans, where we’ll take a boat trip through its clear waters, lush vegetation, and picturesque villages.
Afterward, we will enjoy a wine tasting at the family-run Kopitović Winery before heading toward the Adriatic coast to explore the historic village and rocky peninsula of Sveti Stefan. We will end the day in Budva, where we will stay overnight.
Overnight in a 4 star hotel in Budva
Day 7: The Old Towns Of The Adriatic Coast And Prevlaka Island
We will begin the day exploring Budva’s charming old town before taking a short walk to the picturesque Mogren Beach. Leaving Budva, we’ll stop at the small island of Prevlaka to visit its monastery, then continue to Kotor to wander through its spectacular UNESCO-listed old town, filled with narrow alleys, historic squares, cathedrals, palaces, markets, and museums. After exploring Kotor, we will drive back to Budva.
Overnight in a 4 star hotel in Budva
Day 8: Lovcen National Park & Njeguši Village
We will begin the day by driving up into the mountains and stopping at several viewpoints offering breathtaking panoramas over the Gulf of Kotor and the Adriatic Sea. Our journey continues into Lovćen National Park, where we’ll ascend Mount Lovćen to enjoy sweeping views across nearly all of Montenegro and visit the mausoleum of King Peter Petrović. We will then stop in the traditional village of Njeguši for a tasting of locally made cheese and prosciutto before heading to Podgorica, where our trip comes to an end.
