12 days in Slovenia Itinerary
Created using Inspirock Slovenia trip itinerary builder
Start: Milan
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Portorož
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Kobarid
— 3 nights
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Bohinjsko Jezero
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Ljubljana
— 5 nights
Shuttle to Trieste, Fly to Milan
End: Milan
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Portorož — 2 nights
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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.Family-friendly places like St. George's Church and Portorož Beach will thrill your kids. Popular historic sites such as Koper Cathedral and Bell Tower and Krstilnica sv.Janeza Krstnika are in your itinerary. Take a break from Portorož with a short trip to Škocjan Caves in Škocjan, about 36 minutes away. There's still lots to do: get a new perspective on nature at Magical World of Shells Museum, tour the pleasant surroundings at Koper City Beach, take in the architecture and atmosphere at St. Nicholas Church, and take in the waterfront at Port Piran.
To see more things to do, maps, traveler tips, and tourist information, you can read our Portorož trip builder tool.
Milan, Italy to Portorož is an approximately 5-hour car ride. Expect a daytime high around 34°C in August, and nighttime lows around 20°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 23rd (Wed) so you can drive to Kobarid.
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Kobarid — 3 nights
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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.You'll visit kid-friendly attractions like River Rafting & Tubing and Virje Waterfall. Escape the urban bustle at Tolmin Gorge and Soča Valley. There's lots more to do: admire the sheer force of Kozjak Waterfall, take in the spiritual surroundings of Italian Charnel House, kick your exploration up a notch at some of the top local zipline courses and adventure parks, and skim along the rocks with a canyoning and rapelling tour.
To find reviews, traveler tips, maps, and tourist information, refer to the Kobarid trip planner.
You can drive from Portorož to Kobarid in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. In August, Kobarid is slightly colder than Portorož - with highs of 28°C and lows of 14°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 26th (Sat) to allow enough time to drive to Bohinjsko Jezero.
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Bohinjsko Jezero — 1 night
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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 27th (Sun), contemplate the waterfront views at Lake Bohinj, glide through the air with a parasailing or paragliding tour, then stroll through Vogel, and finally take in the dramatic scenery at Mostnica Gorge.
To find reviews, photos, and tourist information, refer to the Bohinjsko Jezero road trip website.
Traveling by car from Kobarid to Bohinjsko Jezero takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. August in Bohinjsko Jezero sees daily highs of 28°C and lows of 14°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 27th (Sun) early enough to drive to Ljubljana.
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Ljubljana — 5 nights
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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 Cathedral of St. Nicholas and Straža Bled. You'll discover tucked-away gems like Parasailing & Paragliding and Cerkev Zalostne Matere bozje. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Ljubljana: Bled (Spa Park, Bled Island, &more), Postojna (Postojna Cave & Predjama Castle) and Vintgar Gorge (in Zgornje Gorje). Spend the 29th (Tue) wandering through the wild on a nature and wildlife tour. Next up on the itinerary: take a stroll through Ljubljana Old Town, step into the grandiose world of Ljubljana Castle, contemplate the waterfront views at Ljubljanica River, and take in the views from Triple Bridge.
To see photos, other places to visit, traveler tips, and more tourist information, read Ljubljana trip planner.
You can drive from Bohinjsko Jezero to Ljubljana in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or do a combination of bus and train. In August in Ljubljana, expect temperatures between 31°C during the day and 15°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 1st (Fri) early enough to travel back home.
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Slovenia travel guide
Sunny Side of the Alps
From snowcapped Alpine peaks to sandy Adriatic beaches, a trip to Slovenia is like taking several vacations at once. Whatever the season, the country offers enticing natural attractions, all close at hand, including thick forests, scenic valleys, cave systems, waterfalls, lakes, and the Adriatic coast. For those seeking an active holiday, you'll fine an abundance of ski slopes, trails to hike, roads to bike, and rocks to climb. Pay a visit to some of Slovenia's spa resorts and take advantage of the fresh mountain air and thermal waters. Various castles, churches, and historical towns--many of which are fully preserved--tell stories of the country's past. In Slovenia's major cities, admire the architecture, explore the local arts, visit museums, and chat with the locals over a cup of coffee. Slovenian cuisine offers a blend of Alpine and Mediterranean tastes and is definitely worth trying, along with the country's wines.
