10 days in Slovenia Itinerary

In the north-west part of Slovenia, Bovec sits in an area known for its rich and colorful culture and history.

Step out of the city life by going to Zipline and Kozjak Waterfall. Change things up with a short trip to Tolmin Gorge in Tolmin (about 48 minutes away). The adventure continues: appreciate the views at Soča Valley, don't miss a visit to Italian Charnel House, take in the dramatic scenery at Boka Waterfall, and add some adventure to your tour with a kayaking and canoeing tour.

To find where to stay, reviews, ratings, and more tourist information, you can read our Bovec trip planning app.

Milan, Italy to Bovec is an approximately 5-hour car ride. You can also do a combination of train and car; or do a combination of flight and bus. Expect little chillier temperatures when traveling from Milan in August; daily highs in Bovec reach 28°C and lows reach 14°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 11th (Wed) early enough to go by car to Kranjska Gora.

A trip to Kranjska Gora takes visitors to an area that represents a border point between Austria, Italy, and Slovenia.

Start off your visit on the 12th (Thu): appreciate the views at Zgornjesavska Valley, look for all kinds of wild species at Zelenci Nature Reserve, then hit the slopes at Planica Nordic Centre, and finally explore the activities along Lake Jasna. Here are some ideas for day two: take in the dramatic scenery at Peričnik Falls, pause for some photo ops at Statue of Kekec, then identify plant and animal life at Vršič Pass, and finally don't miss a visit to The Russian Chapel.

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

Drive from Bovec to Kranjska Gora in an hour. Alternatively, you can take a bus. August in Kranjska Gora sees daily highs of 28°C and lows of 14°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 13th (Fri) to allow enough time to drive to Bohinjsko Jezero.

The mirror-like waters of the largest glacial lake in Slovenia make Bohinjsko Jezero one of the most popular tourist attractions in the country.

On the 14th (Sat), glide through the air with a parasailing or paragliding tour, take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at Vogel, then admire the sheer force of Savica Waterfall, and finally explore the activities along Lake Bohinj.

To see maps, where to stay, more things to do, and other tourist information, read Bohinjsko Jezero trip planner.

Drive from Kranjska Gora to Bohinjsko Jezero in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. In August, plan for daily highs up to 28°C, and evening lows to 14°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 14th (Sat) so you can drive to Portorož.

A resort town on the country's scenic Adriatic coastline, Portoroz offers many spas with all kinds of therapeutic treatments, many based on the brine and mud from the area's salt pans.

Visit Strunjan Nature Reserve and Portorož Beach for some beach relaxation. Visiting Škocjan Caves and Scuba & Snorkeling will get you outdoors. Step out of Portorož with an excursion to Lipica Stud Farm in Lipica--about 42 minutes away. There's still lots to do: identify plant and animal life at Sečovlje Salina Nature Park, don't miss a visit to Tartini Square, pause for some serene contemplation at Parish Church of the Virgin Mary of the Rosary, and examine the collection at Magical World of Shells Museum.

To see traveler tips, maps, reviews, and other tourist information, go to the Portorož travel itinerary planner.

Getting from Bohinjsko Jezero to Portorož by car takes about 2.5 hours. Other options: take a bus; or do a combination of bus and train. Traveling from Bohinjsko Jezero in August, things will get a bit warmer in Portorož: highs are around 34°C and lows about 20°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 18th (Wed) to allow time to drive to Ljubljana.

Sitting astride the Ljubljanica River, Ljubljana is marked with picturesque bridges and a marketplace, designed by the famous architect Jože Plečnik.

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Getting from Portorož to Ljubljana by car takes about 1.5 hours. Other options: take a bus; or do a combination of bus and train. Expect slightly colder temperatures when traveling from Portorož in August; daily highs in Ljubljana reach 31°C and lows reach 15°C. You'll set off for home on the 18th (Wed).