14 days in Mediterranean & Karst Slovenia Itinerary

A trip to Nova Gorica takes you to the land between the Alps and the sea.

Explore Nova Gorica's surroundings by going to Cerknica Lake (in Cerknica), Postojna (Toplar Double Hayrack, Predjama Castle, &more) and Štanjel (Ferrari Garden & Štanjel Castle). There's still lots to do: learn about winemaking at Lepa Vida Boutique Winery, take in the views from Solkan Bridge, get outside with Magma X, and enjoy breathtaking views from Gonjače Viewing Tower.

To find photos, maps, more things to do, and tourist information, go to the Nova Gorica online trip itinerary maker.

Los Angeles, USA to Nova Gorica is an approximately 18.5-hour combination of flight and car. You'll lose 9 hours traveling from Los Angeles to Nova Gorica due to the time zone difference. Traveling from Los Angeles in September, expect Nova Gorica to be slightly colder, temps between 76°F and 57°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 22nd (Wed) to allow time to drive to Piran.

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

Explore Piran's surroundings by going to Lipica (Lipica Stud Farm & Lipizzan Museum Lipikum), Sežana Botanical Garden (in Sežana) and Škocjan Caves (in Škocjan). There's lots more to do: don't miss a visit to Tartini Square, pause for some serene contemplation at Koper Cathedral and Bell Tower, get curious at Magical World of Shells Museum, and experience rural life at Fonda Fish Farm.

To see maps, where to stay, more things to do, and tourist information, read our Piran trip planner.

Traveling by car from Nova Gorica to Piran takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of train and ferry; or take a bus. In September in Piran, expect temperatures between 76°F during the day and 58°F at night. On the 30th (Thu), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can travel back home.