14 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.

Ljubljana is known for sightseeing, historic sites, and nightlife. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: take a stroll through Ljubljana Old Town, walk around Volčji Potok Arboretum, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Franciscan Church of the Annunciation, and let your taste buds guide you at a local gastronomic tour.

For other places to visit, maps, traveler tips, and other tourist information, read our Ljubljana holiday planner.

Zurich, Switzerland to Ljubljana is an approximately 4.5-hour flight. You can also drive; or take a train. May in Ljubljana sees daily highs of 23°C and lows of 9°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 3rd (Wed) so you can drive to Kočevje.

Together with the Krokar primeval forest, which is inscribed in the UNESCO World Heritage List, the Kočevje Region makes for a truly mystical forest landscape.

Kick off your visit on the 4th (Thu): delve into the lush surroundings at Krokar Primeval Forest, examine the collection at Kočevje Regional Museum in Šeškov House, then examine the collection at Public Institute Ribnica Handicraft Centre, and finally explore the striking landscape at Veliki Rog.

To see ratings, traveler tips, where to stay, and other tourist information, refer to the Kočevje trip planner.

Traveling by car from Ljubljana to Kočevje takes 1.5 hours. Traveling from Ljubljana in May, you can expect nighttime temperatures to be somewhat warmer in Kočevje, with lows of 17°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 4th (Thu) early enough to go by car to Postojna.

With its friendly atmosphere, breathtaking landscapes, natural phenomena, and historical monuments, Postojna offers everything you need for a peaceful vacation or a quick getaway from the city.

Go for a jaunt from Postojna to Grahovo to see Cross Cave about 34 minutes away. There's lots more to do: Head underground at Postojna Cave, view the masterpieces at Tourist Information Centre - Galerija, do a tasting at The Wine House Rondic, and make a trip to Museo Militare Di Pivka.

To find traveler tips, more things to do, maps, and tourist information, read our Postojna sightseeing planning tool.

You can drive from Kočevje to Postojna in 1.5 hours. Expect a bit cooler evenings in Postojna when traveling from Kočevje in May, with lows around 9°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 7th (Sun) early enough to go by car to Piran.

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

On the 8th (Mon), don't miss a visit to Tartini Square, take in the spiritual surroundings of St. George's Church, then stop by GourmIstra, then don't miss a visit to Walls of Piran, and finally get a new perspective on nature at Magical World of Shells Museum.

For traveler tips, ratings, maps, and other tourist information, read Piran day trip app.

Traveling by car from Postojna to Piran takes an hour. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or do a combination of train and bus. Traveling from Postojna in May, expect a bit warmer with lows of 13°C in Piran. Finish your sightseeing early on the 8th (Mon) to allow enough time to drive to Bovec.

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

On the 9th (Tue), get outside with Outdoor Activities, paddle through the water with a kayaking and canoeing tour, and then sample the tasty concoctions at Thirsty River Brewing. Keep things going the next day: explore the striking landscape at Tolmin Gorge, then appreciate the views at Soča Valley, then examine the collection at Kobarid Museum, and finally admire the sheer force of Kozjak Waterfall.

To find traveler tips, ratings, and tourist information, read Bovec trip tool.

You can drive from Piran to Bovec in 2.5 hours. Other options are to take a bus; or take a bus. Traveling from Piran in May, things will get little chillier in Bovec: highs are around 20°C and lows about 8°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 10th (Wed) early enough 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.

Start off your visit on the 11th (Thu): explore the different monuments and memorials at Ukanc Military Cemetery, take in the architecture and atmosphere at Church of St. Nicholas, shake up your sightseeing with a climbing tour, then make a trip to Stara Fuzina, and finally explore the activities along Lake Bohinj. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: take in the dramatic scenery at Mostnica Gorge, take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at Vogel, then admire the sheer force of Savica Waterfall, and finally fly like a bird with a parasailing or paragliding tour.

To see more things to do, ratings, maps, and tourist information, read Bohinjsko Jezero tour planner.

Traveling by car from Bovec to Bohinjsko Jezero takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 20°C in May, and nighttime lows around 8°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 12th (Fri) 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.

Kick off your visit on the 13th (Sat): take in the dramatic natural features at Vintgar Gorge, head off the coast to Bled Island, then fly like a bird with a parasailing or paragliding tour, and finally explore the historical opulence of Bled Castle. On the 14th (Sun), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: awaken your taste buds at Wine Tasting Bled, then stroll around Spa Park, and then head outdoors with Outdoor Activities.

To find maps, reviews, photos, and other tourist information, read our Bled trip builder site.

Bled is very close to Bohinjsko Jezero. Expect a daytime high around 23°C in May, and nighttime lows around 9°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 14th (Sun) to allow enough time to fly back home.