12 days in Tolmin & Bled Itinerary

At the picturesque confluence of two rivers, Tolmin offers quick access to a range of exciting outdoor activities.

Attractions like Zipline and Virje Waterfall make great kid-friendly stops. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Tolmin: Vipava River Spring (in Vipava), Postojna (Grotte di Postumia - Park Postojnska jama, Postojna Cave, &more) and Rakov Škocjan Landscape Park (in Rakek). And it doesn't end there: add some adventure to your tour with a kayaking and canoeing tour, explore the activities along Source of the Soča River, appreciate the views at Soča Valley, and take in the dramatic natural features at Tolmin Gorge.

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Tours, France to Tolmin is an approximately 12-hour combination of flight and car. You can also drive. While traveling from Tours, expect a bit warmer days and about the same nights in Tolmin, ranging from highs of 34°C to lows of 20°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 25th (Fri) so you can catch the train to Bled.

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

You'll visit kid-friendly attractions like Bled Castle and Bled Island. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Bled: Three Country Border (in Rateče), Mostnica Gorge (in Stara Fužina) and Bohinjsko Jezero (Lake Bohinj & Savica Waterfall). Spend the 28th (Mon) exploring nature at Triglav National Park. The adventure continues: take in the dramatic natural features at Vintgar Gorge, get great views at Mala Osojnica, take in the dramatic scenery at Peričnik Falls, and explore the fascinating underground world of Pokljuka Gorge.

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Take a train from Tolmin to Bled in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Traveling from Tolmin in August, expect Bled to be little chillier, temps between 31°C and 15°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 31st (Thu) early enough to travel back home.