7 days in Piran & Nova Gorica & Vipava Valley Itinerary

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

You'll find plenty of places to visit near Piran: Solkan Bridge (in Solkan), Magma X (in Nova Gorica) and Tolmin Gorge (in Tolmin). And it doesn't end there: don't miss a visit to Tartini Square, take in the spiritual surroundings of St. George's Church, walk around Sečovlje Salina Nature Park, and pause for some serene contemplation at Hrastovlje Church of the Holy Trinity.

To find more things to do, where to stay, traveler tips, and other tourist information, read our Piran trip planner.

Bordeaux, France to Piran is an approximately 9-hour combination of flight and car. You can also drive. In March in Piran, expect temperatures between 17°C during the day and 5°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 31st (Wed) early enough to drive 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 1st (Thu): explore the fascinating underground world of Škocjan Caves, step into the grandiose world of Predjama Castle, and then awaken your taste buds at some of the top wineries in the area. Here are some ideas for day two: do a tasting at Winery Tilia Estate and then deepen your understanding at Anthony's Shaft Mining Museum.

Discover how to plan a Vipava trip in just a few steps with Inspirock's itinerary builder.

You can drive from Piran to Vipava in an hour. Alternatively, you can take a bus. Expect a bit warmer evenings in Vipava when traveling from Piran in March, with lows around 9°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 2nd (Fri) early enough to travel back home.