11 days in Julian Alps Itinerary

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

Change things up with these side-trips from Bovec: Tolmin (Tolmin Gorge & Tolmin Castle on Kozlov Rob), Planica Valley (in Rateče) and Vršič Pass (in Kranjska Gora). There's much more to do: get a new perspective on things with Boat Tours & Water Sports, explore the activities along Virje Waterfall, admire the verdant scenery at Soča Valley, and make a trip to Predil Pass.

To see where to stay, photos, other places to visit, and more tourist information, use the Bovec trip itinerary planning tool.

Luxembourg City, Luxembourg to Bovec is an approximately 9-hour combination of flight and bus. You can also drive; or do a combination of flight and bus. In June in Bovec, expect temperatures between 26°C during the day and 13°C at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 1st (Wed) so you can 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.

Get out of town with these interesting Bled side-trips: Bohinjsko Jezero (Church of St John the Baptist, Lake Bohinj, &more) and Kranjska Gora (Zelenci Nature Reserve, Lake Jasna, &more). There's lots more to do: step into the grandiose world of Bled Castle, take in the awesome beauty at Viševnik, take in the spiritual surroundings of Bled Island, and admire the landmark architecture of Lake Bled Train Station.

For traveler tips, photos, maps, and tourist information, you can read our Bled trip maker.

Traveling by car from Bovec to Bled takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or do a combination of bus and train. In July, daily temperatures in Bled can reach 32°C, while at night they dip to 17°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 7th (Tue) early enough to travel back home.