8 days in Mediterranean & Karst Slovenia Itinerary

Get out of town with these interesting Portorož side-trips: Lipica Stud Farm (in Lipica), Škocjan Caves (in Škocjan) and Sežana Botanical Garden (in Sežana). And it doesn't end there: kick back and relax at Portorož Beach, take in the spiritual surroundings of St. George's Church, stroll around Sečovlje Salina Nature Park, and don't miss a visit to Tartini Square.

To see other places to visit, where to stay, more things to do, and more tourist information, go to the Portorož online holiday builder.

Rome, Italy to Portorož is an approximately 4-hour combination of flight and shuttle. You can also do a combination of train and shuttle; or drive. Traveling from Rome in July, you can expect nighttime temperatures to be little chillier in Portorož, with lows of 20°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 27th (Thu) so you can drive to Dobrovo.

You'll find plenty of places to visit near Dobrovo: Predjama Castle (in Postojna), Vipava (Kamp Tura & Wine Tours & Tastings) and Lepa Vida Boutique Winery (in Šempas). There's still lots to do: do a tasting at Bjana, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Jewish Cemetery, don't miss a visit to Šmartno, and walk around Sabotin - Peace Park.

For photos, ratings, maps, and tourist information, go to the Dobrovo trip itinerary maker site.

Drive from Portorož to Dobrovo in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of shuttle and bus; or do a combination of shuttle, train, and bus. Expect a daytime high around 35°C in July, and nighttime lows around 20°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 30th (Sun) early enough to drive back home.