7 days in Ljubljana & Bled Itinerary

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

Get out of town with these interesting Ljubljana side-trips: Postojna (Predjama Castle & Postojna Cave) and Škocjan Caves (in Škocjan). Next up on the itinerary: stop by Ljubljana Old Town, snap pictures at Triple Bridge, glide peacefully along the water with some of the best stand-up paddleboarding in the area, and step into the grandiose world of Ljubljana Castle.

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Rome, Italy to Ljubljana is an approximately 4-hour combination of flight and shuttle. You can also drive; or fly. Expect a bit cooler temperatures when traveling from Rome in June; daily highs in Ljubljana reach 29°C and lows reach 14°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 26th (Mon) so you can go by car to Bled.

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

You'll find plenty of places to visit near Bled: Vršič Pass (in Kranjska Gora), Bohinjsko Jezero (Vogel & Lake Bohinj) and Bovec (Soča Valley & Zipline). Spend the 26th (Mon) exploring nature at Triglav National Park. Next up on the itinerary: take in the dramatic natural features at Vintgar Gorge, step into the grandiose world of Bled Castle, Head underground at Pokljuka Gorge, and glide through the air with a parasailing or paragliding tour.

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Drive from Ljubljana to Bled in an hour. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. In June, daytime highs in Bled are 29°C, while nighttime lows are 14°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 29th (Thu) early enough to travel back home.