7 days in Soča Valley & Piran Itinerary

In the north-west part of Slovenia, Bovec sits in an area known for its rich and colorful culture and history.

Bring the kids along to Kayaking & Canoeing and Zipline. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Bovec: Tolmin (Tolmin Gorge & Tolmin Castle). There's lots more to do: explore the activities along Soča Valley, scramble along the landscape with a canyoning and rapelling tour, examine the collection at Kobarid Museum, and admire the sheer force of Kozjak Waterfall.

To find traveler tips, photos, reviews, and other tourist information, go to the Bovec trip planner.

Berlin, Germany to Bovec is an approximately 8-hour combination of flight, train, and car. You can also do a combination of flight and bus; or drive. In July in Bovec, expect temperatures between 29°C during the day and 15°C at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 30th (Sun) so you can go by car to Piran.

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

Kids will enjoy Tartini Square and St. George's Church. Explore Piran's surroundings by going to Vipava River Spring (in Vipava), Postojna (Postojna Cave, Predjama Castle, &more) and Škocjan Caves (in Škocjan). There's still lots to do: kick back and relax at Portorož Beach, see some colorful creatures with a scuba or snorkeling tour, take a leisurely stroll along Port Piran, and admire the landmark architecture of Sodna palaca.

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Traveling by car from Bovec to Piran takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a bus. Expect a bit warmer temperatures when traveling from Bovec in July; daily highs in Piran reach 35°C and lows reach 21°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 3rd (Thu) to allow time for the car ride back home.