16 days in Slovenia Itinerary

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Fly to Zagreb, Shuttle to Ljubljana
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Ljubljana
— 5 nights
Drive
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Bohinjsko Jezero
— 2 nights
Drive
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Bovec
— 4 nights
Drive
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Piran
— 4 nights
Drive to Ljubljana Jože Pučnik Airport, Fly to Barcelona

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Ljubljana — 5 nights

Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Ljubljana: Postojna (Postojna Cave & Predjama Castle), Vintgar Gorge (in Zgornje Gorje) and Bled (Triglav National Park, Parasailing & Paragliding, &more). There's lots more to do: take a stroll through Ljubljana Old Town, ponder the world of politics at Town Hall, walk around Tivoli Park, and snap pictures at Dragon Bridge.

To find other places to visit, where to stay, more things to do, and tourist information, read Ljubljana visit planner.

Barcelona, Spain to Ljubljana is an approximately 7.5-hour combination of flight and shuttle. You can also fly; or drive. Expect a bit cooler evenings in Ljubljana when traveling from Barcelona in August, with lows around 15°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 9th (Tue) early enough to drive to Bohinjsko Jezero.
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Bohinjsko Jezero — 2 nights

Start off your visit on the 10th (Wed): take in the dramatic scenery at Savica Waterfall, then take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at Vogel, then take in the awesome beauty at Planina Zajamniki, and finally take in the dramatic scenery at Slap Grmečica. On your second day here, contemplate the waterfront views at Lake Bohinj and then fly like a bird with a parasailing or paragliding tour.

To find more things to do, traveler tips, where to stay, and other tourist information, read Bohinjsko Jezero online trip builder.

Traveling by car from Ljubljana to Bohinjsko Jezero takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or do a combination of train and bus. In August, daytime highs in Bohinjsko Jezero are 28°C, while nighttime lows are 14°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 11th (Thu) to allow time for the car ride to Bovec.
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Bovec — 4 nights

Venture out of the city with trips to Three Country Border (in Rateče) and Kranjska Gora (Nadiza, Zelenci Nature Reserve, &more). And it doesn't end there: add some adventure to your tour with a kayaking and canoeing tour, admire the verdant scenery at Soča Valley, kick your exploration up a notch at some of the top local zipline courses and adventure parks, and examine the collection at Kobarid Museum.

To see other places to visit, photos, where to stay, and other tourist information, go to the Bovec attractions planner.

You can drive from Bohinjsko Jezero to Bovec in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. In August, plan for daily highs up to 28°C, and evening lows to 14°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 15th (Mon) so you can go by car to Piran.
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Piran — 4 nights

You'll find plenty of places to visit near Piran: Military Museum Tabor (in Lokev) and Škocjan Caves (in Škocjan). And it doesn't end there: make a trip to Tartini Square, see the interesting displays at Koper Regional Museum, see some colorful creatures with a scuba or snorkeling tour, and look for all kinds of wild species at Strunjan Nature Reserve.

For photos, ratings, maps, and other tourist information, read our Piran sightseeing planner.

Drive from Bovec to Piran in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a bus. Traveling from Bovec in August, things will get somewhat warmer in Piran: highs are around 34°C and lows about 20°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 19th (Fri) to allow enough time to drive back home.
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Slovenia travel guide

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Castles · Bodies of Water · Caves
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.
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