20 days in Slovenia Itinerary
Created using Inspirock Slovenia vacation maker
Start: Paris
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Kranjska Gora
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Bled
— 4 nights
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Škofja Loka
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Maribor
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Ptuj
— 1 night
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Ljubljana
— 3 nights
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Piran
— 4 nights
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End: Paris
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Kranjska Gora — 4 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.You'll explore the less-touristy side of things at Kozjak Waterfall and Vršič Pass. Bring the kids along to Lake Jasna and Canyoning & Rappelling Tours. Explore Kranjska Gora's surroundings by going to Kobarid (Kobarid Museum & St Mary of the Assumption church) and Bovec (Climbing Tours, Ravelnik Open Air Museum, &more). Next up on the itinerary: don't miss a visit to The Russian Chapel, appreciate the views at Zgornjesavska Valley, and contemplate the waterfront views at Source of the Soča River.
To find traveler tips, other places to visit, reviews, and more tourist information, go to the Kranjska Gora road trip planner.
Paris, France to Kranjska Gora is an approximately 12-hour car ride. In July, daytime highs in Kranjska Gora are 29°C, while nighttime lows are 15°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 21st (Fri) early enough to drive to Bled.
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Bled — 4 nights
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The most popular resort in Slovenia, Bled is marked by its iconic church steeple and medieval castle on glacial Lake Bled.Bring the kids along to Lake Bohinj and Zipline. Escape the urban bustle at Vintgar Gorge and Parasailing & Paragliding. Venture out of the city with trips to Bohinjsko Jezero (Church of St John the Baptist, Vogel, &more). The adventure continues: hit the slopes at Straža Bled, pause for some serene contemplation at Church of St. John the Baptist, admire the sheer force of Iglica Waterfall, and contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Church of St. Lovrenc nad Zabreznico.
To find other places to visit, traveler tips, more things to do, and more tourist information, read our Bled day trip website.
Getting from Kranjska Gora to Bled by car takes about an hour. Other options: take a bus. In July, daytime highs in Bled are 32°C, while nighttime lows are 17°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 25th (Tue) early enough to go by car to Škofja Loka.
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Bohinjsko Jezero, Iglica Waterfall, Old Town Centre of Radovljica, Church of St. John the Baptist, Vintgar Gorge
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Škofja Loka — 1 night
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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.For where to stay, reviews, maps, and tourist information, go to the Škofja Loka online driving holiday planner.
Getting from Bled to Škofja Loka by car takes about an hour. Other options: take a train; or take a bus. In July, daytime highs in Škofja Loka are 32°C, while nighttime lows are 17°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 26th (Wed) early enough to go by car to Maribor.
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Maribor — 2 nights
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Cycling may be one of the best ways to tour Maribor, a great base for exploring the surrounding area and conquering Pohorje Mountains.Kick off your visit on the 27th (Thu): steep yourself in history at Parish Church of St. George, contemplate the long history of Prince's Palace, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Arch-parochial Church of St. Martin, appreciate the extensive heritage of Aškerčev Square, then step into the grandiose world of Celje Castle, and finally pause for some serene contemplation at St. Joseph Church. Here are some ideas for day two: examine the collection at Old Vine House, then delve into the distant past at Water Tower, then explore the striking landscape at Pyramid Archaeological Site, and finally test your problem-solving skills at popular escape rooms.
To see ratings, reviews, traveler tips, and tourist information, read our Maribor day trip website.
Traveling by car from Škofja Loka to Maribor takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or do a combination of bus and train. In July in Maribor, expect temperatures between 32°C during the day and 18°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 28th (Fri) so you can drive to Ptuj.
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Ptuj — 1 night
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A tour of Ptuj reveals an old town filled with new experiences.On the 29th (Sat), see the interesting displays at Ptuj Castle, examine the collection at Dominican Monastery, get a sense of history and politics at Town Hall, then get to know the fascinating history of Prešernova Street, and finally pause for some serene contemplation at Church of St. George.
To find where to stay, more things to do, traveler tips, and tourist information, you can read our Ptuj sightseeing planning website.
Getting from Maribor to Ptuj by car takes about an hour. Other options: take a train; or take a bus. In July, daytime highs in Ptuj are 32°C, while nighttime lows are 18°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 29th (Sat) to allow enough time to drive to Ljubljana.
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Ljubljana — 3 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.Take a break from the city and head to Nature & Wildlife Tours and Ljubljanica River. Your cultural itinerary includes sights like Cathedral of St. Nicholas and House of Illusions. The adventure continues: get a new perspective on things with Boat Tours & Water Sports, get a sense of history and politics at Town Hall, test your team's savvy at popular escape rooms, and take an in-depth tour of National Museum of Contemporary History.
For reviews, ratings, more things to do, and more tourist information, refer to the Ljubljana online tour itinerary planner.
Traveling by car from Ptuj to Ljubljana takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train. In July in Ljubljana, expect temperatures between 32°C during the day and 17°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 1st (Tue) to allow enough 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.Your itinerary includes some good beach time at Portorož Beach and Strunjan Nature Reserve. Your inner history buff will appreciate St. George's Church and Church of St Peter. Step out of Piran with an excursion to Lipica Stud Farm in Lipica--about 50 minutes away. There's still lots to do: engage your brain at Magical World of Shells Museum, stroll through Svetilnik Beach, pause for some serene contemplation at Koper Cathedral and Bell Tower, and admire the landmark architecture of Praetorian Palace.
To find photos, traveler tips, more things to do, and tourist information, go to the Piran road trip planning site.
Getting from Ljubljana to Piran by car takes about 1.5 hours. Other options: take a bus; or do a combination of train and bus. Plan for somewhat warmer nights when traveling from Ljubljana in August since evenings lows in Piran dip to 20°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 5th (Sat) so you can drive 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.
