20 days in Slovenia Itinerary
Created using Inspirock Slovenia trip itinerary planner
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
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Ljubljana
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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.Eschew the tourist crowds and head to Kozjak Waterfall and Virje Waterfall. Get some historical perspective at Ravelnik Open Air Museum and St Mary of the Assumption church. Change things up with these side-trips from Kranjska Gora: Bovec (Climbing Tours, Canyoning & Rappelling Tours, &more) and Kobarid Museum (in Kobarid). There's lots more to do: identify plant and animal life at Vršič Pass, contemplate the waterfront views at Source of the Soča River, make a trip to The Russian Chapel, and admire the verdant scenery at Zgornjesavska Valley.
To find more things to do, traveler tips, photos, and more tourist information, read our Kranjska Gora travel 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 3rd (Thu) to allow time 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.Get a sense of the local culture at Old Town Centre of Radovljica and St. Martin's Parish Church. Kids will appreciate attractions like Lake Bohinj and Parasailing & Paragliding. Venture out of the city with trips to Bohinjsko Jezero (Church of St John the Baptist, Vogel, &more). Next up on the itinerary: stroll through Mala Osojnica, take in the spiritual surroundings of Church of St. Lovrenc nad Zabreznico, pause for some serene contemplation at Church of St. John the Baptist, and test your team's savvy at popular escape rooms.
To see ratings, other places to visit, traveler tips, and other tourist information, use the Bled trip builder.
Traveling by car from Kranjska Gora to Bled takes an hour. Alternatively, you can take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 31°C in August, and nighttime lows around 15°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 7th (Mon) to allow time to drive to Škofja Loka.
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Bohinjsko Jezero, Old Town Centre of Radovljica, Church of St. Lovrenc nad Zabreznico, Iglica Waterfall, Church of St. John the Baptist
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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 maps, ratings, where to stay, and more tourist information, refer to the Škofja Loka travel planner.
You can drive from Bled to Škofja Loka in an hour. Other options are to take a train; or take a bus. In August, daily temperatures in Škofja Loka can reach 31°C, while at night they dip to 15°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 8th (Tue) so you can 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 9th (Wed): pause for some serene contemplation at Parish Church of St. George, contemplate the long history of Prince's Palace, take in the spiritual surroundings of Arch-parochial Church of St. Martin, contemplate the long history of Aškerčev Square, then explore the historical opulence of Celje Castle, and finally take in the architecture and atmosphere at St. Joseph Church. On your second day here, see the interesting displays at Old Vine House, delve into the distant past at Water Tower, then take in the dramatic natural features at Pyramid Archaeological Site, and finally test your team's savvy at popular escape rooms.
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You can drive from Škofja Loka to Maribor in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or do a combination of bus and train. In August in Maribor, expect temperatures between 32°C during the day and 16°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 10th (Thu) to allow time to 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.Kick off your visit on the 11th (Fri): see the interesting displays at Ptuj Castle, examine the collection at Dominican Monastery, ponder the world of politics at Town Hall, then get to know the fascinating history of Prešernova Street, and finally don't miss a visit to Church of St. George.
To find maps, where to stay, and more tourist information, go to the Ptuj trip itinerary planning tool.
Traveling by car from Maribor to Ptuj takes an hour. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. In August, daily temperatures in Ptuj can reach 32°C, while at night they dip to 16°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 11th (Fri) early enough 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.Discover out-of-the-way places like Cathedral of St. Nicholas and Stand-Up Paddleboarding. Do some cultural sightseeing at Cankarjevo Nabrežje and Franciscan Church of the Annunciation. Spend the 14th (Mon) wandering through the wild on a nature and wildlife tour. And it doesn't end there: see the interesting displays at House of Illusions, make a trip to Ljubljana Castle, test your team's savvy at popular escape rooms, and explore the activities along Ljubljanica River.
For ratings, photos, more things to do, and tourist information, refer to the Ljubljana trip itinerary builder site.
Getting from Ptuj to Ljubljana by car takes about 1.5 hours. Other options: take a train. In August, plan for daily highs up to 31°C, and evening lows to 15°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 14th (Mon) so you can go by car 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.Relax by the water at Portorož Beach and Zusterna Beach. Let the collections at Magical World of Shells Museum and Loza Gallery capture your imagination. Step out of Piran to go to Lipica and see Lipica Stud Farm, which is approximately 50 minutes away. And it doesn't end there: pause for some serene contemplation at Koper Cathedral and Bell Tower, take in the spiritual surroundings of Krstilnica sv.Janeza Krstnika, take an in-depth tour of Tonina House, and admire the landmark architecture of Praetorian Palace.
To find traveler tips, where to stay, photos, and other tourist information, you can read our Piran road trip app.
Traveling by car from Ljubljana to Piran takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or do a combination of train and bus. Traveling from Ljubljana in August, you can expect nighttime temperatures to be a bit warmer in Piran, with lows of 20°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 18th (Fri) to allow enough time to 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.
