5 days in Ilirska Bistrica & Šentrupert Itinerary

Ilirska Bistrica is a town in the Inner Carniola region of southwestern Slovenia. Venture out of the city with trips to Snežnik Castle (in Stari Trg pri Lozu), Postojna (Guštarna, Postojna Cave, &more) and Cross Cave (in Grahovo). The adventure continues: examine the collection at Pivka Park of Military History, admire the verdant scenery at Rakov Škocjan Landscape Park, don't miss a visit to Museo Militare Di Pivka, and explore the historical opulence of Mašun Castle.

For reviews, photos, more things to do, and tourist information, refer to the Ilirska Bistrica route planner.

Ljubljana to Ilirska Bistrica is an approximately 1.5-hour car ride. You can also drive. Prepare for a bit warmer weather when traveling from Ljubljana in October: high temperatures in Ilirska Bistrica hover around 22°C and lows are around 15°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 13th (Wed) early enough to go by car to Šentrupert.

Šentrupert is a village in the traditional Lower Carniola region in southeastern Slovenia. Start off your visit on the 14th (Thu): see the interesting displays at Land of Hayracks, then explore the historical opulence of Bogenšperk Castle, and then take in the spiritual surroundings of Stična Abbey. On the 15th (Fri), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: explore the historical opulence of Raka Castle, then Head underground at Kostanjevica Cave, and then step into the grandiose world of Podsreda Castle.

Before you visit Šentrupert, use our trip planner to discover what you can do and see there.

Explore your travel options from Ilirska Bistrica to Šentrupert with the Route module. Traveling from Ilirska Bistrica in October, things will get little chillier in Šentrupert: highs are around 19°C and lows about 8°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 15th (Fri) to allow enough time to drive back home.