5 days in Maribor, Ljubljana & Bohinjska Bistrica Itinerary

Cycling may be one of the best ways to tour Maribor, a great base for exploring the surrounding area and conquering Pohorje Mountains.

Start off your visit on the 25th (Sun): contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Plague Column, see the interesting displays at Old Vine House, take in the exciting artwork at UGM I Maribor Art Gallery, then appreciate the extensive heritage of Lent, and finally look for gifts at Vino Valdhuber.

To see ratings, more things to do, other places to visit, and tourist information, refer to the Maribor trip maker.

Heviz, Hungary to Maribor is an approximately 2.5-hour car ride. In December, plan for daily highs up to 7°C, and evening lows to -3°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 26th (Mon) so you can take a shuttle to Ljubljana.

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

Step out of the city life by going to Portorož Beach and Strunjan Nature Reserve. Step off the beaten path and head to Franciscan Church of the Annunciation and Magical World of Shells Museum. When in Ljubljana, make a side trip to see Kidrič Street in Koper, approximately Koper away. And it doesn't end there: examine the collection at National Museum of Contemporary History, get a taste of the local shopping with Gallery & Auction house SLOART, look for gifts at Ika, and appreciate the extensive heritage of Cankarjevo Nabrežje.

To find where to stay, traveler tips, reviews, and tourist information, refer to the Ljubljana driving holiday planner.

Getting from Maribor to Ljubljana by shuttle takes about 1.5 hours. Other options: drive; or take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 5°C in December, and nighttime lows around -3°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 29th (Thu) so you can drive to Bohinjska Bistrica.

Bohinjska Bistrica occupies a scenic spot at the foothills of the Julian Alps, near the picturesque Lake Bohinj.

Start off your visit on the 29th (Thu): explore the activities along Lake Bohinj and then take a memorable ride with Vogel.

To see photos, reviews, ratings, and other tourist information, refer to the Bohinjska Bistrica vacation planner.

You can drive from Ljubljana to Bohinjska Bistrica in an hour. Other options are to take a bus; or take a train. In December in Bohinjska Bistrica, expect temperatures between 3°C during the day and -3°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 29th (Thu) early enough to go by car back home.