8 days in Dolenjska Itinerary

Novo Mesto is the city on a bend of the Krka River in the City Municipality of Novo Mesto in southeastern Slovenia, close to the border with Croatia. Get out of town with these interesting Novo Mesto side-trips: Land of Hayracks (in Šentrupert), Žužemberk Castle (in Žužemberk) and Šentjernej (Pleterje Charterhouse Monastery, Gorjanci Hills, &more). The adventure continues: admire the natural beauty at Otočec Castle Park, relax and rejuvenate at some of the best spas, go for a walk through Trška Gora Hill, and contemplate the long history of Breg.

For where to stay, ratings, and tourist information, go to the Novo Mesto road trip website.

Ljubljana to Novo Mesto is an approximately 1-hour car ride. You can also take a bus; or take a train. January in Novo Mesto sees daily highs of 5°C and lows of -4°C at night. You will have some time to spend on the 15th (Fri) before leaving for home.