8 days in Alpine Slovenia Itinerary

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

Family-friendly places like Bled Island and Triglav National Park will thrill your kids. Explore Bled's surroundings by going to Bohinjsko Jezero (Vogel, Savica Waterfall, &more) and Kranjska Gora (Lake Jasna, Vršič Pass, &more). And it doesn't end there: kick your exploration up a notch at some of the top local zipline courses and adventure parks, fly down the slopes at Straža Bled, head outdoors with Mala Osojnica, and test your team's savvy at popular escape rooms.

For other places to visit, where to stay, and tourist information, use the Bled trip planner.

Amsterdam, The Netherlands to Bled is an approximately 5-hour flight. You can also drive; or take a train. Traveling from Amsterdam in August, expect nights in Bled to be about the same, around 15°C, while days are somewhat warmer, around 31°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 18th (Fri) so you can go by car to Bovec.

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 Zipline and Boka Waterfall. When in Bovec, make a side trip to see Tolmin Gorge in Tolmin, approximately Tolmin away. And it doesn't end there: paddle through the water with a kayaking and canoeing tour, examine the collection at Kobarid Museum, don't miss a visit to Italian Charnel House, and appreciate the views at Soča Valley.

To find maps, reviews, traveler tips, and other tourist information, refer to the Bovec trip itinerary maker tool.

Drive from Bled to Bovec in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or do a combination of train and bus. August in Bovec sees daily highs of 28°C and lows of 14°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 21st (Mon) early enough to travel back home.