17 days in Ljubljana & Koper Itinerary

Sitting astride the Ljubljanica River, Ljubljana is marked with picturesque bridges and a marketplace, designed by the famous architect Jože Plečnik.

Get outdoors at Postojna Cave and Parasailing & Paragliding. Ljubljana Castle and Bled Island will appeal to history buffs. Venture out of the city with trips to Vintgar Gorge (in Zgornje Gorje), Museum of Hostages (in Begunje na Gorenjskem) and Bled (Bled Castle, Straža Bled, &more). There's still lots to do: wander the streets of Ljubljana Old Town, head outdoors with Outdoor Activities, stroll around Tivoli Park, and take in the views from Triple Bridge.

To find maps, reviews, other places to visit, and tourist information, use the Ljubljana online journey planner.

Kyiv (Kiev), Ukraine to Ljubljana is an approximately 7.5-hour flight. You can also drive; or take a bus. You'll gain 1 hour traveling from Kyiv (Kiev) to Ljubljana due to the time zone difference. Expect a daytime high around 23°C in September, and nighttime lows around 11°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 11th (Fri) early enough to drive to Koper.

A bridge between the Mediterranean and alpine regions of Slovenia, Koper is a small town with big appeal.

Take a break from the city and head to Strunjan Nature Reserve and Škocjan Caves. Kids will appreciate attractions like Nika's Tiny House and Koper Cathedral and Bell Tower. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Koper: Predjama Castle (in Postojna) and Lipica Stud Farm (in Lipica). There's lots more to do: identify plant and animal life at Wildlife Areas, don't miss a visit to Tartini Square, engage your brain at Magical World of Shells Museum, and get a taste of the local shopping with Loza Gallery.

To find reviews, more things to do, photos, and more tourist information, use the Koper journey planning website.

Traveling by car from Ljubljana to Koper takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. In September, Koper is a bit warmer than Ljubljana - with highs of 28°C and lows of 17°C. On the 17th (Thu), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can travel back home.