5-Day Montengro Route - The Adriatic on a Budget

This is a calculated, 5-day, 4-night DIY itinerary built to navigate Montenegro without falling into overpriced tourist traps. It hands you the exact logistical blueprint to travel from Podgorica to Kotor, down to Budva, and back.

What is inside:

1. Daily Schedule: A strict schedule starting at 7:30 AM to beat the cruise ship crowds, complete with clickable Google Maps location links to eliminate navigation errors.
2. Transport Logistics: Instructions on navigating the local bus network using busticket4.me, avoiding expensive airport taxis, and the most efficient flight routes.
3. Cost & Visa Breakdown: A realistic budget table adjusted for a Euro economy. Includes the standard visa requirements and the exact hack to enter visa-free using a US, UK, or Schengen visa.
4. Food Survival Guide: A breakdown of local Montenegrin dishes to order, categorized strictly for heavy meat-eaters and vegetarians, so you are not guessing at restaurants.
5. Activity Booking: Direct links to secure your spot for essential activities like the Blue Cave speedboat tour and paragliding over the Budva Riviera.\
6. Preparation & Scams: A full packing list detailing necessary gear like water shoes for pebble beaches, the hard truth about the mandatory Tourist Tax registration, and how to avoid beach chair scams.