15 days in Slovenia Itinerary
Created using Inspirock Slovenia trip planner
Start: London
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Ljubljana
— 6 nights
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Piran
— 4 nights
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Bovec
— 4 nights
Bus to Trieste, Fly to London
End: London
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Ljubljana — 6 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.You'll visit kid-friendly attractions like Ljubljana Old Town and Ljubljana Castle. Change things up with these side-trips from Ljubljana: Mostnica Gorge (in Stara Fužina), Bohinjsko Jezero (Lake Bohinj & Church of St John the Baptist) and Nativity Museum (Muzej jaslic) (in Brezje). Spend the 20th (Sun) exploring nature at Triglav National Park. The adventure continues: Head underground at Postojna Cave, walk around Tivoli Park, step into the grandiose world of Bled Castle, and stroll through Straža Bled.
To find where to stay, maps, reviews, and more tourist information, use the Ljubljana travel route planner.
London, UK to Ljubljana is an approximately 5.5-hour flight. You can also do a combination of car and train; or do a combination of car and ferry. Due to the time zone difference, you'll lose 1 hour traveling from London to Ljubljana. Expect somewhat warmer weather when traveling from London in August: highs in Ljubljana hover around 31°C, while lows dip to 15°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 23rd (Wed) to allow time to drive to Piran.
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Piran — 4 nights
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Considered one of the prettiest cities on the country's coast, Piran owes much of its development to salt.Attractions like Magical World of Shells Museum and Sergej Mašera Maritime Museum make great kid-friendly stops. Venture out of the city with trips to Military Museum Tabor (in Lokev) and Škocjan Caves (in Škocjan). There's much more to do: make a trip to Tartini Square, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at St. George's Church, kick back and relax at Strunjan Nature Reserve, and get a new perspective on nature at Mediadom Pyrhani.
To find where to stay, other places to visit, traveler tips, and tourist information, read Piran trip itinerary builder.
You can drive from Ljubljana to Piran in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or do a combination of train and bus. Expect somewhat warmer evenings in Piran when traveling from Ljubljana in August, with lows around 20°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 27th (Sun) early enough to go by car to Bovec.
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Bovec — 4 nights
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In the north-west part of Slovenia, Bovec sits in an area known for its rich and colorful culture and history.You'll visit kid-friendly attractions like Kayaking & Canoeing and Zipline. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Bovec: Rateče (Planica Valley & Planica Nordic Centre & Zipline), Kranjska Gora (Nadiza & Vršič Pass) and Alpine Botanical Garden Juliana (in Trenta). And it doesn't end there: explore the activities along Soča Valley, see the interesting displays at Kobarid Museum, skim along the rocks with a canyoning and rapelling tour, and admire the sheer force of Kozjak Waterfall.
For more things to do, ratings, reviews, and more tourist information, refer to the Bovec route planning website.
You can drive from Piran to Bovec in 2.5 hours. Other options are to take a bus; or take a bus. Plan for a bit cooler temperatures traveling from Piran in August, with highs in Bovec at 28°C and lows at 14°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 31st (Thu) to allow time 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.
