11 days in Slovenia Itinerary

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

Deepen your sense of the past at sights like Bled Castle and Bled Island. Satisfy your inner culture vulture at Predjama Castle and Celje Castle. Venture out of the city with trips to Bled (Mala Osojnica, Zipline, &more), Cross Cave (in Grahovo) and Postojna Cave (in Postojna). The adventure continues: surround yourself with nature on a nature and wildlife tour, take in the views from Triple Bridge, trek along Vintgar Gorge, and stroll around Prešeren Grove.

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Zurich, Switzerland to Ljubljana is an approximately 4.5-hour flight. You can also drive; or take a train. Expect a daytime high around °C in August, and nighttime lows around °C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 8th (Sat) to allow enough time to drive to Piran.

Considered one of the prettiest cities on the country's coast, Piran owes much of its development to salt.

On the 9th (Sun), make a trip to Walls of Piran, admire the landmark architecture of Praetorian Palace, thenexplore the fascinating underground world of Škocjan Caves, and finally pause for some serene contemplation at Koper Cathedral and Bell Tower. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: don't miss a visit to Tartini Square, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at St. George's Church, see the interesting displays at Magical World of Shells Museum, thenenjoy the sand and surf at Portorož Beach, and finally identify plant and animal life at Strunjan Nature Reserve.

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Traveling by car from Ljubljana to Piran takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or do a combination of train and bus. Traveling from Ljubljana in August, plan for a bit warmer nights in Piran, with lows around °C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 10th (Mon) to allow enough time to drive to Kobarid.

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.

Start off your visit on the 11th (Tue): identify plant and animal life at Virje Waterfall, thenget a new perspective on things with Boat Tours & Water Sports, and then kick your exploration up a notch at some of the top local zipline courses and adventure parks. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: examine the collection at Kobarid Museum, admire the sheer force of Kozjak Waterfall, thencontemplate the waterfront views at Soča Valley, and finally explore the striking landscape at Tolmin Gorge.

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Drive from Piran to Kobarid in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. Plan for slightly colder temperatures traveling from Piran in August, with highs in Kobarid at °C and lows at °C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 12th (Wed) to allow 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 13th (Thu), explore the activities along Lake Bohinj, take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at Vogel, thentake in the dramatic scenery at Savica Waterfall, and finally take an in-depth tour of Oplen House Museum.

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Traveling by car from Kobarid to Bohinjsko Jezero takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. Expect a daytime high around °C in August, and nighttime lows around °C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 13th (Thu) to allow enough time to travel back home.