Podgorica city break: 5 days in the capital
Scenic and majestic beaches, rough mountains, lush forests, and candid locals, Montenegro is where you want to be for top vacation experience in the Balkan region. Although modest in size, Montenegro is packed with vibrant nightlife, amazing restaurants, and places where you can have fun or learn about history and culture. And one of the best cities to spend your vacation here is the capital itself, Podgorica.
With coastal cities just 50 km away and Skadar Lake at 25 km distance, it will be really easy for you to explore the beauties of the country, while having the time too cool off as well. Select our package tour and see the best that Podgorica has to offer, from hotels to daily highlights and state monuments.
Services
Included:
- 4 nights accommodation in double room in 4 star hotel
- 4 x breakfast, 1 x lunch and wine tasting on ARRIVAL DAY, degustation of food on DAY 3 (Old Royal Montenegro Tour)
- Private transportation in air-conditioned car with private, English speaking driver
- Brief PRIVATE GUIDED TOUR of Podgorica and visit the Ostrog Monastery
- FULL DAY TOUR - Discover Old Royal Montenegro Tour (including transportation, guiding services, all entrance fees along the route)
- English speaking guide on excursions
- All entrance fees along the route
Excluded:
- Flight to/from Montenegro
Optional:
- The Jewels of Boka Bay Tour (from 160.00 EUR per person)
Itinerary at a Glance
Podgorica
Welcome to Podgorica
Podgorica - Ostrog Monastery
Discover the Capital & Ostrog Monastery
Podgorica - Cetinje - National Park Lovcen
Antique Cities of Royal Montenegro
Podgorica
The Jewels of Boka Bay Tour
Podgorica
Goodbye, Montenegro!
Detailed Itinerary
Podgorica
Day 1: Welcome to Podgorica
Upon arriving at the airport, you will meet your tour guide, who will take you to a beautiful four-star hotel. You will check-in for a 4-day stay, and go to your room. You can spend some time unpacking or resting if you had a long trip, and in case you are up for it, you can visit the wine cellar called Sipcanik.
Sipcanik is located in the middle of a large vineyard, and the facility itself is quite spacious as it used to be a military airport in the past. With the temperature between 17 and 19 degrees and the impressive collection of wines at hand, the place is perfect for Gala events, fashion shows, or big celebrations.
Podgorica - Ostrog Monastery
Day 2: Discover the Capital & Ostrog Monastery
Developed in the Middle Ages during the rule of the Serbian Dynasty, the city gradually evolved into the administrative, cultural and economic center of Montenegro. The city also bears visible scars due to the centuries-old stagnation under the Ottoman Empire, and multiple bombings during World War II. The period of extensive development only ensued after 1991.
Guests can get a detailed overview of the history of Montenegro, by visiting Ostrog Monastery, the most important religious monument in the entire country and the Balkans. Built by St. Basil, the monastery and its grounds are believed to have healing and spiritual properties.
Podgorica - Cetinje - National Park Lovcen
Day 3: Antique Cities of Royal Montenegro
You will start your day by visiting the former capital Cetinje. It is here that you get to visit King Nicola’s museum and hear the tale of the most iconic royal family of Montenegro.
The next stop is National Park Lovcen where you get to conquer the mountain Lovcen. You can also enter the Mausoleum dedicated to Petar II Petrovic Njegos, who was a famous ruler and an eloquent poet. While you are here, use the golden opportunity to have a meal in one of the most famous restaurants called “Ivanov Konak.”
Then you will proceed to explore the old town of Budva, which is the center of tourism. Here you will spend your time however you would like, which is a good chance to do some souvenir shopping.
Podgorica
Day 4: The Jewels of Boka Bay Tour
You will travel across the serpentine road and through the village of Njegusi in order to reach the town of Kotor. Here you will visit a wide range of attractions such as The Square of Arms, Fluor Square, Clock Tower, St Tryphon Cathedral, The Bokelian Navy Square, and The St Luke Square. You will also have some time to explore the city on your own.
From Kotor, the tour will take you to Perast, a delightful baroque town, perfect for a casual stroll. Take some time to drop by the Bujovic Palace, Smekja Palace, Fort of Sveti Kriz, or have a meal at the restaurant “Conte."
Podgorica
Day 5: Goodbye, Montenegro!
After breakfast at the hotel, you will check out and the transport will await you to give you a ride to the airport.
We hope you have enjoyed your stay in scenic Montenegro and hope to see you again soon!
