6 days in Kranjska Gora & Maribor-Pohorje Itinerary

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

Get out of town with these interesting Kranjska Gora side-trips: Bovec (Ravelnik Open Air Museum, Kayaking & Canoeing, &more), Kobarid (Kobarid Museum & Kozjak Waterfall) and Peričnik Falls (in Mojstrana). There's much more to do: contemplate the waterfront views at Lake Jasna, look for all kinds of wild species at Vršič Pass, don't miss a visit to The Russian Chapel, and appreciate the views at Zgornjesavska Valley.

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Ljubljana to Kranjska Gora is an approximately 1.5-hour car ride. You can also take a bus; or do a combination of train and bus. Traveling from Ljubljana in April, you will find days in Kranjska Gora are slightly colder (16°C), and nights are about the same (4°C). Cap off your sightseeing on the 1st (Sun) early enough to go by car to Maribor.

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

On the 2nd (Mon), take in nature's colorful creations at Botanical Garden of University of Maribor, snap pictures at Old Bridge, then stroll around Three Ponds, then examine the collection at Old Vine House, and finally test your problem-solving skills at Escape Room Enigmarium Maribor. On your second day here, appreciate the extensive heritage of Lent, don't miss a visit to Main Square, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Plague Column, then take in the dramatic natural features at Pyramid Archaeological Site, then learn about winemaking at Ramšak Winery, and finally learn about winemaking at Vinogradi Horvat - Vineyards Horvat.

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Traveling by car from Kranjska Gora to Maribor takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or do a combination of bus and train. May in Maribor sees daily highs of 24°C and lows of 11°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 3rd (Tue) early enough to catch the shuttle back home.