8 days in Ljubljana, Kranjska Gora & Slovenian Istria Itinerary

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

Your day by day itinerary now includes Slovenian Ethnographic Museum. When in Ljubljana, make a side trip to see Triglav National Park in Bled, approximately Bled away. There's lots more to do: take a stroll through Ljubljana Old Town, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Cathedral of St. Nicholas, take in the views from Triple Bridge, and contemplate the waterfront views at Ljubljanica River.

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Klagenfurt, Austria to Ljubljana is an approximately 1.5-hour car ride. In April, daytime highs in Ljubljana are 19°C, while nighttime lows are 5°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 4th (Sun) early enough to go by car to Kranjska Gora.

A trip to Kranjska Gora takes visitors to an area that represents a border point between Austria, Italy, and Slovenia.

Kick off your visit on the 5th (Mon): examine the collection at Slovenian Alpine Museum, admire the sheer force of Peričnik Falls, appreciate the history behind Statue of Kekec, then don't miss a visit to Prisank Mountain Window, and finally make a trip to Tromeja -Triple border. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: glide through natural beauty at Planica Nordic Centre & Zipline, then take in the architecture and atmosphere at Church of the Assumption of Virgin Mary, and then identify plant and animal life at Vršič Pass.

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You can drive from Ljubljana to Kranjska Gora in 1.5 hours. Other options are to take a bus; or do a combination of train and bus. While traveling from Ljubljana, expect slightly colder days and about the same nights in Kranjska Gora, ranging from highs of 16°C to lows of 4°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 6th (Tue) so you can drive to Koper.

A bridge between the Mediterranean and alpine regions of Slovenia, Koper is a small town with big appeal.

Change things up with these side-trips from Koper: Predjama Castle (in Postojna) and Ferrari Garden (in Štanjel). There's still lots to do: Head underground at Škocjan Caves, don't miss a visit to Walls of Piran, admire the striking features of Taverna Koper, and relax and rejuvenate at Fish Spa Piran.

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Drive from Kranjska Gora to Koper in 2 hours. In April, Koper is somewhat warmer than Kranjska Gora - with highs of 21°C and lows of 9°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 9th (Fri) so you can travel back home.