31 days in Slovenia Itinerary

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

Satisfy your inner culture vulture at Ljubljana Old Town and Slovenska Bistrica Castle. Snežnik Castle and Ptuj Castle will appeal to museum buffs. Explore Ljubljana's surroundings by going to The Grom Motorcycle Museum (in Vransko), Hunting Collection and Dormouse Museum (in Stari Trg pri Lozu) and Celje (Celje Castle, The Photographic Studio of Josip Pelikan, &more). And it doesn't end there: explore the historical opulence of Ljubljana Castle, view the masterpieces at Galerija Hest, see the interesting displays at House of Illusions, and take in the spiritual surroundings of Franciscan Church of the Annunciation.

To find reviews, maps, photos, and tourist information, refer to the Ljubljana day trip website.

London, UK to Ljubljana is an approximately 5.5-hour flight. You can also do a combination of car and train; or do a combination of car and ferry. The time zone difference when traveling from London to Ljubljana is 1 hour. While traveling from London, expect somewhat warmer days and about the same nights in Ljubljana, ranging from highs of 23°C to lows of 9°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 5th (Fri) early enough to go by car to Škofja Loka.

Skofja Loka works great as a starting point for explorations into the Julian Alps, very near the country's capital Ljubljana.

On the 6th (Sat), soothe aching muscles at Natural Health Resort, take an in-depth tour of Town Hall, get a taste of the local shopping with Škrlovec Tower, examine the collection at Gorenjska Museum, then take a stroll around Layer House, and finally get engrossed in the history at Khislstein Castle. Keep things going the next day: take in the dramatic natural features at St. Jošt Church, explore the galleries of Škofja Loka Castle, examine the collection at Museum of Post and Telecommunications, contemplate the long history of Franja Partisan Hospital, then take an in-depth tour of Cerkno Museum, and finally hike along Mount Blegoš.

To find reviews, photos, traveler tips, and more tourist information, go to the Škofja Loka travel itinerary planner.

Traveling by car from Ljubljana to Škofja Loka takes an hour. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 23°C in May, and nighttime lows around 9°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 7th (Sun) to allow time to drive to Radovljica.

Radovljica is a medieval town right at the footsteps of the Julian Alps.

Visit Prešeren Grove and St Primoz Church for their historical value. Your cultural itinerary includes sights like Peca Underground - Tourist Mine and Museum and Museum of Pharmacy and Alchemy. Venture out of the city with trips to St. George Church (in Mozirje) and Plansarsko Jezero (in Zgornje Jezersko). The adventure continues: see the interesting displays at Museum of Apiculture, contemplate the long history of Ljubelj Concentration Camp, look for all kinds of wild species at Dovzan Gorge, and step into the grandiose world of Brdo Castle.

For other places to visit, maps, reviews, and more tourist information, read Radovljica journey planner.

Radovljica is just a short distance from Škofja Loka. In May, daytime highs in Radovljica are 23°C, while nighttime lows are 9°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 10th (Wed) to allow enough time to drive to Vipava.

Vipava sits in a green landscape where picturesque and unspoiled nature delivers exciting opportunities to get active in the outdoors throughout the year.

Kick off your visit on the 11th (Thu): awaken your taste buds at some of the top wineries in the area, explore the historical opulence of Predjama Castle, Head underground at Postojna Cave, then get engrossed in the history at The Secret Rooms of Hotel Jama, and finally see the interesting displays at Ecomuseum of the Seasonal Lakes of Pivka. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 12th (Fri): take in the dramatic natural features at Otlica Natural Window, learn about all things military at Idrija War Museum, explore the historical opulence of Gewerkenegg Castle, then explore the galleries of Hg Smeltery, and finally enjoy the sand and surf at Natural Bathing Place Lajšt.

To find photos, where to stay, other places to visit, and more tourist information, you can read our Vipava day trip website.

You can drive from Radovljica to Vipava in 1.5 hours. Other options are to take a bus; or do a combination of train and bus. Traveling from Radovljica in May, Vipava is somewhat warmer at night with lows of 15°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 12th (Fri) early enough to go by car to Štanjel.

Perched on top of a hill in western Slovenia, the charming town of Stanjel appeals to various kinds of travelers.

On the 13th (Sat), awaken your taste buds at RockVelo, then learn about winemaking at Winery Tilia Estate, then pause for some serene contemplation at Church of St. Daniel, and finally shop like a local with Lojze Spacal Gallery.

To see photos, reviews, more things to do, and more tourist information, use the Štanjel trip itinerary maker website.

Štanjel is just a short distance from Vipava. May in Štanjel sees daily highs of 25°C and lows of 15°C at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 13th (Sat) so you can go by car to Škocjan.

Most people visit Skocjan to tour the famed caves, one of Slovenia's top attractions.

Start off your visit on the 14th (Sun): Head underground at Škocjan Caves.

For more things to do, traveler tips, reviews, and other tourist information, read our Škocjan itinerary maker.

Škocjan is just a short distance from Štanjel. You will have some time to spend on the 14th (Sun) before leaving for Izola.

Located on the Adriatic coast, the old fishing town of Izola draws travelers with the enticing atmosphere of its Mediterranean streets.

Start off your visit on the 15th (Mon): pause for some serene contemplation at Hrastovlje Church of the Holy Trinity, then examine the collection at Pivka Park of Military History, then learn about winemaking at Lepa Vida Boutique Winery, and finally step into the grandiose world of Rihemberk Castle. On the next day, view the masterpieces at Manzioli Square, enjoy the sand and surf at Svetilnik Beach, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Church of St. Maurus, kick back and relax at Zusterna Beach, then examine the collection at Koper Regional Museum, and finally pause for some serene contemplation at Koper Cathedral and Bell Tower.

For ratings, reviews, traveler tips, and tourist information, refer to the Izola trip builder website.

Getting from Škocjan to Izola by car takes about an hour. In May, daytime highs in Izola are 26°C, while nighttime lows are 13°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 16th (Tue) early enough to go by car to Piran.

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

On the 17th (Wed), don't miss a visit to Port Piran, don't miss a visit to Walls of Piran, examine the collection at Hitchhikers Museum, relax and rejuvenate at Fish Spa Piran, then take in the exciting artwork at Duka Gallery, and finally contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Krstilnica sv.Janeza Krstnika. Here are some ideas for day two: pause for some serene contemplation at Church of St. Francis of Assisi, shop like a local with Nika's Tiny House, learn more about the world around you at Mediadom Pyrhani, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at St. George's Church, then make a trip to Tartini Square, and finally pause for some serene contemplation at Church of St. Bernardine.

To see more things to do, where to stay, maps, and tourist information, read Piran trip itinerary builder.

Piran is just a stone's throw from Izola. In May, daytime highs in Piran are 25°C, while nighttime lows are 13°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 18th (Thu) so you can drive to Portorož.

A resort town on the country's scenic Adriatic coastline, Portoroz offers many spas with all kinds of therapeutic treatments, many based on the brine and mud from the area's salt pans.

Kick off your visit on the 19th (Fri): experience rural life at Fonda Fish Farm, stroll around Forma Viva, try your luck at Casino Riviera, don't miss a visit to Parish Church of the Virgin Mary of the Rosary, then stroll around Strunjan Nature Reserve, and finally enjoy the sand and surf at Portorož Beach.

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Portorož is very close to Piran. In May, daily temperatures in Portorož can reach 26°C, while at night they dip to 13°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 19th (Fri) so you can go by car to Secovlje.

Kick off your visit on the 20th (Sat): make a trip to Krkavče Stone, then take an in-depth tour of Tonina House, and then walk around Sečovlje Salina Nature Park.

To see where to stay, maps, traveler tips, and other tourist information, use the Secovlje travel route planner.

Secovlje is just a stone's throw from Portorož. In May, plan for daily highs up to 26°C, and evening lows to 13°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 20th (Sat) early enough 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.

On the 21st (Sun), sample the tasty concoctions at Reservoir Dogs brewery, explore the historical opulence of Vipolže Villa, then browse the exhibits of Sabotin Park Miru, then admire the masterpieces at Tolmin Museum, and finally take in the dramatic scenery at Kozjak Waterfall. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: get engrossed in the history at Drežnica Village, hike along Krampež Waterfall, take in the dramatic scenery at Koseč Gorges, then contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Italian Charnel House, and finally see the interesting displays at Kobarid Museum.

For photos, where to stay, more things to do, and more tourist information, read our Kobarid trip maker.

Traveling by car from Secovlje to Kobarid takes 2 hours. Traveling from Secovlje in May, expect Kobarid to be little chillier, temps between 20°C and 8°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 22nd (Mon) so you can drive to Bovec.

In the north-west part of Slovenia, Bovec sits in an area known for its rich and colorful culture and history.

Kick off your visit on the 23rd (Tue): indulge your thirst for a good beer at Thirsty River Brewing, take in the dramatic scenery at Virje Waterfall, skim along the rocks with a canyoning and rapelling tour, then see the interesting displays at Fort Kluže, then explore the different monuments and memorials at Log Pod Mangartom Military Cemetery, and finally cruise along Mangart Saddle. Keep things going the next day: tee off at Golf Club Bovec, admire the verdant scenery at Soča Valley, shake up your sightseeing with a climbing tour, then paddle through the water with a kayaking and canoeing tour, and finally head outdoors with Outdoor Activities.

To see photos, reviews, where to stay, and tourist information, use the Bovec sightseeing planning tool.

Bovec is just a short distance from Kobarid. Expect a daytime high around 20°C in May, and nighttime lows around 8°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 24th (Wed) so you can go by car to Kranjska Gora.

A trip to Kranjska Gora takes visitors to an area that represents a border point between Austria, Italy, and Slovenia.

Start off your visit on the 25th (Thu): look for all kinds of wild species at Planica Valley, identify plant and animal life at Vršič Pass, cool off at Aqua Larix, then explore the activities along Lake Jasna, then examine the collection at Slovenian Alpine Museum, and finally steep yourself in history at Katr's House. On your second day here, glide through natural beauty at Planica Nordic Centre & Zipline, try to win big at Casino Korona, then look for all kinds of wild species at Zelenci Nature Reserve, then pause for some serene contemplation at Church of the Assumption of Virgin Mary, and finally examine the collection at Liznjekova house.

To find traveler tips, other places to visit, maps, and more tourist information, read Kranjska Gora day trip planner.

You can drive from Bovec to Kranjska Gora in an hour. Another option is to take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 20°C in May, and nighttime lows around 8°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 26th (Fri) so you can go by car to Bohinjsko Jezero.

The mirror-like waters of the largest glacial lake in Slovenia make Bohinjsko Jezero one of the most popular tourist attractions in the country.

Kick off your visit on the 27th (Sat): contemplate the waterfront views at Lake Bohinj, fly like a bird with a parasailing or paragliding tour, head outdoors with Outdoor Activities, then take in the architecture and atmosphere at Church of St. Nicholas, and finally see the interesting displays at Museum of Alpine Dairy Farming. Keep things going the next day: trek along Golden Horn Fairyland, get engrossed in the history at Oplen House Museum, then admire the sheer force of Mostnica Gorge, then admire the sheer force of Savica Waterfall, and finally take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at Vogel.

To find traveler tips, maps, and tourist information, you can read our Bohinjsko Jezero sightseeing tool.

Traveling by car from Kranjska Gora to Bohinjsko Jezero takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. May in Bohinjsko Jezero sees daily highs of 20°C and lows of 8°C at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 28th (Sun) so you can go by car to Bled.

The most popular resort in Slovenia, Bled is marked by its iconic church steeple and medieval castle on glacial Lake Bled.

Step out of the city life by going to Bled Island and Zipline. Do some cultural sightseeing at Bled Castle and Galerija Mikame. Spend the 30th (Tue) exploring nature at Triglav National Park. The adventure continues: get a dose of the wild on Great Emerald Adventure, explore the fascinating underground world of Pokljuka Gorge, indulge your senses at Wine Tasting Bled, and take in the exciting artwork at Huberto Siroka atelje.

For maps, photos, and more tourist information, refer to the Bled online trip builder.

Bled is just a stone's throw from Bohinjsko Jezero. In May, plan for daily highs up to 23°C, and evening lows to 9°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 31st (Wed) so you can fly back home.