11 days in Bled Area, Ljubljana & Postojna Itinerary

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

Kids will appreciate attractions like Triglav National Park and Lake Bohinj. Change things up with these side-trips from Bled: Bohinjsko Jezero (Church of St John the Baptist, Savica Waterfall, &more), Kranjska Gora (Vršič Pass & Lake Jasna) and Peričnik Falls (in Mojstrana). There's much more to do: take in the dramatic natural features at Vintgar Gorge, admire the landmark architecture of Bled Island, explore the historical opulence of Bled Castle, and test your problem-solving skills at popular escape rooms.

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Milan, Italy to Bled is an approximately 5-hour combination of flight and shuttle. You can also drive; or take a train. Plan for little chillier temperatures traveling from Milan in August, with highs in Bled at 31°C and lows at 15°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 13th (Sun) to allow enough 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.

Bring the kids along to Ljubljana Old Town and Tivoli Park. Change things up with a short trip to Ljubljanica River Exhibition in Vrhnika (about 40 minutes away). There's still lots to do: explore the historical opulence of Ljubljana Castle, meet the residents at ZOO Ljubljana, try out the rides at Escape Room Enigmarium, and take in the spiritual surroundings of Cathedral of St. Nicholas.

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You can drive from Bled to Ljubljana in an hour. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. In August, daytime highs in Ljubljana are 31°C, while nighttime lows are 15°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 17th (Thu) early enough to drive to Postojna.

With its friendly atmosphere, breathtaking landscapes, natural phenomena, and historical monuments, Postojna offers everything you need for a peaceful vacation or a quick getaway from the city.

On the 17th (Thu), see the interesting displays at Karst Museum, then Head underground at Škocjan Caves, then take in the exciting artwork at Tourist Information Centre - Galerija, and finally explore the fascinating underground world of Cross Cave. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 18th (Fri): Head underground at Postojna Cave, then step into the grandiose world of Predjama Castle, then see the interesting displays at Toplar Double Hayrack, and finally Head underground at Planina Cave.

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Getting from Ljubljana to Postojna by car takes about an hour. Other options: take a bus; or take a train. In August, daily temperatures in Postojna can reach 31°C, while at night they dip to 15°C. You'll have a few hours on the 19th (Sat) to wrap things up before traveling home.