Durmitor Ring: Scenic Drive, Traditional Meals & Žabljak Stop

Summary

Circle Durmitor’s peaks then share homemade lunch in mountain villages

You’ll circle Durmitor’s wild peaks by car with a local guide, stopping for homemade breakfast and lunch in tiny villages where life barely changes. Expect dramatic photo breaks above canyons, thick mountain air, and stories from people who actually live here. You might not want to leave that last lakeside stop — I know I didn’t.

What’s the experience like?

The first thing I noticed was the air — sharp, almost sweet, like pine needles after rain. We’d barely left Žabljak when our driver pulled over for a photo break. I thought, sure, another viewpoint… but then you see it: the Tara plateau just drops away beneath you. Our guide, Marko (who grew up nearby), pointed out where the old shepherd paths cut through the grass. He told us how his grandfather still uses one to move sheep every spring — I tried to imagine that kind of routine. The wind up there is something else; it made my eyes water a bit, or maybe that was just the view.

The road around Durmitor Ring twists so much you lose track of direction — every bend feels like a new country. At Sedlo Pass, we stopped again because someone spotted wildflowers poking through the rocks (tiny blue ones — Marko called them “forget-me-nots” in Montenegrin). The sun kept ducking behind clouds and suddenly everything looked silver. There’s this weird silence up high except for cowbells echoing from somewhere below. I didn’t expect to feel so small and kind of peaceful at the same time.

Lunch was in a village that looked almost too quiet to be real. We sat at a wooden table outside while Marko’s aunt brought us plates of smoked cheese and bread still warm from her oven. I tried asking for the recipe — she just laughed and shook her head (“no recipe!”). The coffee after tasted different too — thicker somehow? Maybe it’s just better when you’re cold from mountain air. On the way back toward Žabljak, we stopped by a lake rimmed with pines and everyone got quiet for a while. It’s funny how sometimes nobody needs to say anything at all.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Durmitor Ring Tour and Photo Breaks

• Photo break
• Photo break with admission
• Tour around Durmitor National Park
• Photo break
• Photo break
• Coffee break and tour around the lake

Top questions

How long is the Durmitor Ring tour?

The route covers about 85 km around Durmitor Mountain.

Is breakfast and lunch included on this day trip?

Yes, both breakfast and lunch with traditional homemade food are included.

Does the tour include stops in Žabljak?

Yes, there is a stop in Žabljak during the tour.

Are there photo breaks along the route?

Yes, several photo breaks are included at scenic spots.

Is transportation wheelchair accessible?

Yes, transportation options are wheelchair accessible.

Are infant seats available?

Specialized infant seats are available on this tour.

What is the highest point reached on this drive?

The road crosses Sedlo Pass at 1,907 meters and Stuoc at 1,950 meters.

Is public transportation nearby if needed?

Yes, public transportation options are available nearby.

What’s included

Your day includes pickup by air-conditioned vehicle with insurance covered, all entry fees and taxes taken care of, plus hearty homemade breakfast and lunch served in local villages before returning via scenic stops around Durmitor Ring.