Discover the unspoiled beauty of Eastern Europe without breaking the bank! Montenegro, Bosnia, and Herzegovina offer a treasure trove of experiences, from stunning natural landscapes to rich cultural heritage. Here’s a detailed budget breakdown to help you plan your adventure:
When to Visit: Best time: June to September (warm weather, festivals) Budget-friendly: April to May, September to October (mild weather, fewer tourists)
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Country-by-Country Budget Breakdown
Montenegro
- Duration: 4-5 days
- Daily Budget: €60-€100 ( approx. 67−67−112 USD) per person
- Breakdown:
- Accommodation:
- Hostel: €15-€30 (17−17−34 USD) per night
- Budget Hotel: €40-€70 (45−45−78 USD) per night
- Food:
- Meal at a local restaurant (Ćevapi, etc.): €5-€10 (6−6−11 USD)
- Mid-range restaurant: €15-€30 (17−17−34 USD) per meal
- Transportation:
- Bus ticket (e.g., Kotor to Budva): €2-€5 (2.20−2.20−5.50 USD)
- Renting a car (per day): €40-€70 (45−45−78 USD)
- Attractions:
- Old Town Kotor entrance: Free
- Bay of Kotor boat tour: €30-€60 (34−34−67 USD) per person
- Accommodation:
Must-see Attractions in Montenegro
- Bay of Kotor
- Old Town Kotor
- Budva Old Town
- Lovćen National Park
Bosnia and Herzegovina
- Duration: 5-6 days
- Daily Budget: €50-€90 (approx. 56−56−100 USD) per person
- Breakdown:
- Accommodation:
- Hostel: €10-€25 (11−11−28 USD) per night
- Budget Hotel: €30-€60 (34−34−67 USD) per night
- Food:
- Traditional meal (e.g., Čevapi, Burek): €5-€15 (6−6−17 USD)
- Mid-range restaurant: €15-€30 (17−17−34 USD) per meal
- Transportation:
- Bus ticket (e.g., Sarajevo to Mostar): €5-€10 (6−6−11 USD)
- Renting a car (per day): €35-€65 (39−39−72 USD)
- Attractions:
- Old Bridge (Stari Most) entrance: Free
- Kravica Waterfall entrance: €5-€10 (6−6−11 USD) per person
- Accommodation:
Must-see Attractions in Bosnia and Herzegovina
- Old Bridge (Stari Most) in Mostar
- Sarajevo Old Town (Baščaršija)
- Kravica Waterfall
- Srebrenica Memorial Room
Combined Itinerary (10-11 days) with Transportation
- Flights: Research and book in advance to secure best prices (e.g., €200-€500 / 224−224−560 USD return from Western Europe)
- Inter-Country Transportation:
- Bus from Montenegro to Bosnia and Herzegovina: €20-€40 (22−22−45 USD) one way
- Renting a car for the entire trip: €250-€450 (280−280−500 USD) including gas
Total Estimated Budget for 10-11 days
- Budget-Conscious: €800-€1,400 (896−896−1,568 USD) per person
- Mid-Range: €1,200-€2,200 (1,344−1,344−2,464 USD) per person
- Comfort: €2,000-€3,500 (2,240−2,240−3,920 USD) per person
Tips and Recommendations
- Book accommodations and transportation in advance to secure best prices.
- Try local cuisine and drinks, such as Čevapi, Burek, and Rakia.
- Respect local customs and traditions, especially when visiting mosques or churches.
- Be prepared for variable weather, especially in the mountains.
- Learn a few basic phrases in Montenegrin (similar to Serbian) and Bosnian (similar to Croatian and Serbian).
