5 days in Alpine Slovenia Itinerary

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 26th (Mon): kick your exploration up a notch at some of the top local zipline courses and adventure parks, then relax in the rural setting at Apitourism Kozjak, and then contemplate the waterfront views at Soča Valley.

For where to stay, ratings, maps, and more tourist information, read our Bovec trip itinerary planning app.

Ljubljana to Bovec is an approximately 2-hour car ride. You can also do a combination of train, bus, and taxi; or take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 16°C in October, and nighttime lows around 6°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 26th (Mon) to allow time to drive to Bled.

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

Change things up with these side-trips from Bled: Bohinjsko Jezero (Church of St John the Baptist, Lake Bohinj, &more). Spend the 28th (Wed) exploring nature at Triglav National Park. Next up on the itinerary: step into the grandiose world of Bled Castle, take in the architecture and atmosphere at St. Martin's Parish Church, head off the coast to Bled Island, and trek along Mala Osojnica.

To find other places to visit, traveler tips, and other tourist information, refer to the Bled trip maker website.

You can drive from Bovec to Bled in 1.5 hours. Other options are to take a bus; or do a combination of bus and train. October in Bled sees daily highs of 18°C and lows of 7°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 30th (Fri) to allow time to drive back home.