15 days in Upper Carniola Region Itinerary
Created using Inspirock Upper Carniola Region journey planner
Start: Manchester
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Kranjska Gora
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Jesenice
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Radovljica
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Škofja Loka
— 4 nights
Drive to Ljubljana Jože Pučnik Airport, Fly to Manchester
End: Manchester
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Kranjska Gora — 5 nights
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A trip to Kranjska Gora takes visitors to an area that represents a border point between Austria, Italy, and Slovenia.Get outdoors at Zipline and Planica Nordic Centre & Zipline. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Kranjska Gora: Kobarid (Krampež Waterfall & Kozjak Waterfall) and Bovec (Canyoning & Rappelling Tours, Golf Club Bovec, &more). There's still lots to do: contemplate the waterfront views at Lake Jasna, take in the architecture and atmosphere at Church of the Assumption of Virgin Mary, identify plant and animal life at Planica Valley, and admire the sheer force of Nadiza.
For ratings, maps, reviews, and tourist information, read our Kranjska Gora trip itinerary builder.
Manchester, UK to Kranjska Gora is an approximately 19-hour car ride. You'll lose 1 hour traveling from Manchester to Kranjska Gora due to the time zone difference. When traveling from Manchester in July, plan for a bit warmer days in Kranjska Gora, with highs around 29°C, while nights are about the same with lows around 15°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 2nd (Wed) to allow time to drive to Jesenice.
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Jesenice — 1 night
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Jesenice is a Slovenian town and the seat of the Municipality of Jesenice on the southern side of the Karawanks, bordering Austria to the north. Start off your visit on the 3rd (Thu): Head underground at Pokljuka Gorge, then explore the striking landscape at Vintgar Gorge, then take an in-depth tour of Jesenice Upper Sava Museum, and finally admire the sheer force of Peričnik Falls.
To see where to stay, reviews, other places to visit, and tourist information, read our Jesenice day trip planner.
Jesenice is just a stone's throw from Kranjska Gora. In August, plan for daily highs up to 30°C, and evening lows to 16°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 3rd (Thu) so you can drive to Radovljica.
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To see where to stay, reviews, other places to visit, and tourist information, read our Jesenice day trip planner.
Jesenice is just a stone's throw from Kranjska Gora. In August, plan for daily highs up to 30°C, and evening lows to 16°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 3rd (Thu) so you can drive to Radovljica.
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Radovljica — 4 nights
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Radovljica is a medieval town right at the footsteps of the Julian Alps.Get outdoors at Logar Valley Landscape Park and Robanov Kot. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Radovljica: Solčava (Sveti Duh & Rinka Waterfall), Franciscan Monastery (in Kamnik) and Plansarsko Jezero (in Zgornje Jezersko). There's lots more to do: steep yourself in history at Old Town Centre of Radovljica, admire the striking features of Šivec House Gallery, look for all kinds of wild species at Dovzan Gorge, and examine the collection at Museum of Apiculture.
To find maps, reviews, traveler tips, and tourist information, you can read our Radovljica online tour itinerary builder.
Radovljica is very close to Jesenice. Expect a daytime high around 31°C in August, and nighttime lows around 15°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 7th (Mon) early enough to drive to Škofja Loka.
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Škofja Loka — 4 nights
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Skofja Loka works great as a starting point for explorations into the Julian Alps, very near the country's capital Ljubljana.Escape the urban bustle at Tolmin Gorge and Mount Blegoš. Venture out of the city with trips to Lepa Vida Boutique Winery (in Šempas), Winery Tilia Estate (in Dobravlje) and Wine Tours & Tastings (in Vipava). There's lots more to do: take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at Velika Planina, admire the landmark architecture of St. Jacob Church, steep yourself in history at Tolmin Castle, and hit the slopes at Krvavec.
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Škofja Loka is just a short distance from Radovljica. In August, plan for daily highs up to 31°C, and evening lows to 15°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 11th (Fri) early enough to travel back home.
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Upper Carniola Region travel guide
Experience quintessential Slovenia, nestled between snow-capped peaks and lush meadows, in Upper Carniola Region, one of country's most picturesque areas. In the shadow of Triglav Mountain, the national symbol of Slovenia, you'll find a landscape dotted with rolling hills, thick forests, cascading waterfalls, and crystal-clear Alpine lakes. Throughout the year, Upper Carniola (known locally as Gorenjska), serves as a haven for lovers of the great outdoors. In the wintertime, it offers some of the country's best skiing and snowboarding, while during the warmer months it's a prime destination for hiking, fishing, cycling, or horseback riding. Things to do include visiting historical sights, such as castles and churches, traditional farms, and taverns and restaurants that offer local specialties in an authentic Alpine atmosphere. Take a tour of the region's cities, immerse yourself in the local culture, or try to make a fortune at one of the casinos.
