4 days in Dolenjska & Bled Area Itinerary

Novo Mesto is the city on a bend of the Krka River in the City Municipality of Novo Mesto in southeastern Slovenia, close to the border with Croatia. Start off your visit on the 15th (Sat): ponder the world of politics at Mestna hisa - Rotovz, tee off at Golf Grad Otočec, take in nature's colorful creations at Otočec Castle Park, then take in the architecture and atmosphere at Franciscan Monastery, and finally contemplate the long history of Breg. On the 16th (Sun), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: look for all kinds of wild species at River Krupa Spring, then explore the activities along Kolpa River, then look and learn at Planetarium in Sfericni Kino Astroport 360, and finally explore the fascinating underground world of Najger Repnica Wine Cave.

To see reviews, where to stay, photos, and tourist information, go to the Novo Mesto online travel route planner.

Milan, Italy to Novo Mesto is an approximately 6-hour car ride. Traveling from Milan in July, expect a bit cooler with lows of 18°C in Novo Mesto. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 16th (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.

On the 17th (Mon), fly down the slopes at Planica Nordic Centre & Zipline, identify plant and animal life at Zelenci Nature Reserve, and then admire the sheer force of Martuljek Waterfalls. Keep things going the next day: get great views at Ojstrica, explore the fascinating underground world of Pokljuka Gorge, then savor the flavors at Wine Tasting Bled, and finally glide through the air with a parasailing or paragliding tour.

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You can drive from Novo Mesto to Bled in 1.5 hours. Other options are to take a bus; or take a train. In July, daytime highs in Bled are 32°C, while nighttime lows are 17°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 18th (Tue) so you can travel back home.