10 days in Julian Alps & Maribor Itinerary

At the very heart of picturesque Soca Valley, Kobarid delivers some of the most stunning views of Slovenia's highest peaks, as well as a chance to enjoy some exciting alpine rivers.

Get in touch with nature at Soča Valley and Virje Waterfall. Discover out-of-the-way places like Parasailing & Paragliding and Canyoning & Rappelling Tours. Step out of Kobarid with an excursion to Thirsty River Brewing in Bovec--about 30 minutes away. There's still lots to do: don't miss a visit to Italian Charnel House, take in the dramatic scenery at Boka Waterfall, take in the views from Bridge of Napoleon, and shake up your sightseeing with a climbing tour.

To find ratings, reviews, other places to visit, and tourist information, read Kobarid trip planner.

Memmingen, Germany to Kobarid is an approximately 6-hour car ride. In May, plan for daily highs up to 20°C, and evening lows to 8°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 21st (Sun) early enough to go by car to Bled.

The most popular resort in Slovenia, Bled is marked by its iconic church steeple and medieval castle on glacial Lake Bled.

Visiting Mala Osojnica and Zelenci Nature Reserve will get you outdoors. Explore hidden gems such as Logar Valley Landscape Park and Stand-Up Paddleboarding. Change things up with these side-trips from Bled: Kranjska Gora (Zgornjesavska Valley & Liznjekova house). The adventure continues: awaken your taste buds at Wine Tasting Bled, test your problem-solving skills at popular escape rooms, and see the interesting displays at Museum of Apiculture.

To see more things to do, maps, other places to visit, and other tourist information, refer to the Bled trip app.

Traveling by car from Kobarid to Bled takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of bus and train; or take a bus. In May, plan for daily highs up to 23°C, and evening lows to 9°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 24th (Wed) to allow time to drive to Maribor.

Cycling may be one of the best ways to tour Maribor, a great base for exploring the surrounding area and conquering Pohorje Mountains.

Get outdoors at Pyramid Archaeological Site and Jelenov Greben Homestead. Eschew the tourist crowds and head to Maribor City Park and Olimje Monastery. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Maribor: Partovec Biotope (in Oplotnica), Celje (Celje National Hall, Lake Šmartno, &more) and Witch House - Land of Fairy Tales and Imagination (in Podčetrtek). Next up on the itinerary: test your problem-solving skills at popular escape rooms, walk around Three Ponds, appreciate the extensive heritage of Lent, and explore the landscape on two wheels at Pekrska Gorca.

For traveler tips, photos, more things to do, and other tourist information, go to the Maribor trip planning website.

You can drive from Bled to Maribor in 2 hours. Other options are to take a bus; or take a train. In May, daily temperatures in Maribor can reach 24°C, while at night they dip to 11°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 28th (Sun) early enough to go by car back home.