6 days in Ljubljana, Piran & Vipava Itinerary

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

On the 21st (Fri), take in the dramatic natural features at Vintgar Gorge, then get outside with Mala Osojnica, then hunt for treasures at Odprta Kuhna, and finally take in the spiritual surroundings of Cathedral of St. Nicholas. Keep things going the next day: whizz through the canopy at some of the top local zipline courses and adventure parks, take a tour by water with Boat Tours & Water Sports, and then hit the slopes at Straža Bled.

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Brussels, Belgium to Ljubljana is an approximately 5-hour flight. You can also drive; or take a train. When traveling from Brussels in July, plan for a bit warmer days and about the same nights in Ljubljana: temperatures range from 32°C by day to 17°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 23rd (Sun) to allow time to drive to Piran.

Considered one of the prettiest cities on the country's coast, Piran owes much of its development to salt.

On the 23rd (Sun), learn more about the world around you at Magical World of Shells Museum, pause for some serene contemplation at Church of St. Bernardine, see the interesting displays at Sergej Mašera Maritime Museum, then get curious at Mediadom Pyrhani, then admire the striking features of Benečanka Venetian House, and finally take in the architecture and atmosphere at Church of St. Francis of Assisi. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: take in the exciting artwork at Nika's Tiny House, take in the spiritual surroundings of St. George's Church, enjoy the sand and surf at Portorož Beach, enjoy the sand and surf at Strunjan Nature Reserve, then take in the spiritual surroundings of Piran Minorite Monastery, and finally make a trip to Tartini Square.

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You can drive from Ljubljana to Piran in 1.5 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a bus; or do a combination of train and bus. Expect somewhat warmer evenings in Piran when traveling from Ljubljana in July, with lows around 21°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 24th (Mon) early enough to go by car to Vipava.

Vipava sits in a green landscape where picturesque and unspoiled nature delivers exciting opportunities to get active in the outdoors throughout the year.

Kick off your visit on the 25th (Tue): Head underground at Škocjan Caves, then Head underground at Postojna Cave, then explore the activities along Vipava River Spring, and finally enjoy some diversion at Kamp Tura.

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You can drive from Piran to Vipava in an hour. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. In July, daily temperatures in Vipava can reach 35°C, while at night they dip to 24°C. On the 26th (Wed), you'll travel back home.