18 days in Piran & Kobarid Itinerary

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

Kids will appreciate attractions like Tartini Square and St. George's Church. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Piran: Lipica (Lipica Stud Farm & Lipizzan Museum Lipikum), Sežana Botanical Garden (in Sežana) and Hrastovlje (Chiesetta Romanica Con Danza Macabra & Hrastovlje Church of the Holy Trinity). There's still lots to do: Head underground at Škocjan Caves, take a leisurely stroll along Port Piran, walk around Sečovlje Salina Nature Park, and discover the deep blue sea with a scuba or snorkeling tour.

To see where to stay, maps, more things to do, and other tourist information, read our Piran attractions planner.

If you are flying in from Germany, the closest major aiport is Ljubljana Jože Pučnik Airport. In July, plan for daily highs up to 35°C, and evening lows to 21°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 20th (Mon) to allow time to drive to Kobarid.

At the very heart of picturesque Soca Valley, Kobarid delivers some of the most stunning views of Slovenia's highest peaks, as well as a chance to enjoy some exciting alpine rivers.

You've now added Bridge of Napoleon to your itinerary. Start off your visit on the 21st (Tue): snap pictures at Bridge of Napoleon, get outside with Krampež Waterfall, then get a new perspective on things with Boat Tours & Water Sports, and finally kick your exploration up a notch at some of the top local zipline courses and adventure parks. On the next day, make a trip to Italian Charnel House, see the interesting displays at Kobarid Museum, then take in the dramatic scenery at Kozjak Waterfall, and finally appreciate the views at Soča Valley.

To find maps, traveler tips, more things to do, and more tourist information, refer to the Kobarid road trip planning website.

Traveling by car from Piran to Kobarid takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. Traveling from Piran in July, things will get slightly colder in Kobarid: highs are around 29°C and lows about 15°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 23rd (Thu) to allow time for the car ride back home.