8 days in Slovenia Itinerary
Created using Inspirock Slovenia trip itinerary planner
Start: London
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Ljubljana
— 2 nights
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Piran
— 1 night
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Kobarid
— 1 night
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Bovec
— 1 night
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Bled
— 2 nights
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End: London
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Ljubljana — 2 nights
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Sitting astride the Ljubljanica River, Ljubljana is marked with picturesque bridges and a marketplace, designed by the famous architect Jože Plečnik.You'll find plenty of places to visit near Ljubljana: Vipava River Spring (in Vipava) and Postojna (Postojna Cave & Predjama Castle). And it doesn't end there: visit Ljubljana Old Town, snap pictures at Dragon Bridge, contemplate the waterfront views at Ljubljanica River, and test your problem-solving skills at popular escape rooms.
To find other places to visit, reviews, where to stay, and tourist information, refer to the Ljubljana trip planner.
London, UK to Ljubljana is an approximately 5.5-hour flight. You can also do a combination of car and train; or do a combination of car and ferry. Due to the time zone difference, you'll lose 1 hour traveling from London to Ljubljana. Traveling from London in April, you will find days in Ljubljana are a bit warmer (19°C), and nights are about the same (5°C). Finish your sightseeing early on the 5th (Wed) so you can drive to Piran.
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Piran — 1 night
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Considered one of the prettiest cities on the country's coast, Piran owes much of its development to salt.Kick off your visit on the 6th (Thu): admire the landmark architecture of Praetorian Palace, pause for some serene contemplation at Koper Cathedral and Bell Tower, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Krstilnica sv.Janeza Krstnika, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at St. George's Church, then explore the engaging exhibits at Magical World of Shells Museum, and finally admire the landmark architecture of Sodna palaca.
To see where to stay and tourist information, read our Piran trip itinerary builder site.
Traveling by car from Ljubljana to Piran takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or do a combination of train and bus. Traveling from Ljubljana in April, Piran is a bit warmer at night with lows of 9°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 6th (Thu) early enough to go by car to Kobarid.
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Kobarid — 1 night
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At the very heart of picturesque Soca Valley, Kobarid delivers some of the most stunning views of Slovenia's highest peaks, as well as a chance to enjoy some exciting alpine rivers.On the 7th (Fri), see the interesting displays at Kobarid Museum, then take in the dramatic natural features at Tolmin Gorge, then steep yourself in history at Outdoor Museum Kolovrat (muzej na prostem), and finally admire the sheer force of Kozjak Waterfall.
To see more things to do, traveler tips, reviews, and more tourist information, read our Kobarid online road trip planner.
Getting from Piran to Kobarid by car takes about 2.5 hours. Other options: take a bus. Prepare for a bit cooler weather when traveling from Piran in April: high temperatures in Kobarid hover around 16°C and lows are around 4°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 7th (Fri) to allow time to drive to Bovec.
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Bovec — 1 night
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In the north-west part of Slovenia, Bovec sits in an area known for its rich and colorful culture and history.Kick off your visit on the 8th (Sat): don't miss a visit to Predil Pass, then paddle through the water with a kayaking and canoeing tour, and then whizz through the canopy at some of the top local zipline courses and adventure parks.
To find reviews, other places to visit, and other tourist information, read our Bovec road trip website.
Bovec is very close to Kobarid. In April, plan for daily highs up to 16°C, and evening lows to 4°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 8th (Sat) early enough to go by car to Bled.
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Bled — 2 nights
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The most popular resort in Slovenia, Bled is marked by its iconic church steeple and medieval castle on glacial Lake Bled.On the 9th (Sun), take in the dramatic natural features at Vintgar Gorge, indulge your taste buds at Wine Tasting Bled, then step into the grandiose world of Bled Castle, and finally stroll around Spa Park. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 10th (Mon): take a tour by water with Boat Tours & Water Sports, head off the coast to Bled Island, and then whizz through the canopy at some of the top local zipline courses and adventure parks.
To see photos, more things to do, other places to visit, and more tourist information, use the Bled trip itinerary builder.
Getting from Bovec to Bled by car takes about 1.5 hours. Other options: take a bus; or do a combination of bus and train. Expect a daytime high around 19°C in April, and nighttime lows around 5°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 10th (Mon) so you can catch the flight back home.
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Slovenia travel guide
Sunny Side of the Alps
From snowcapped Alpine peaks to sandy Adriatic beaches, a trip to Slovenia is like taking several vacations at once. Whatever the season, the country offers enticing natural attractions, all close at hand, including thick forests, scenic valleys, cave systems, waterfalls, lakes, and the Adriatic coast. For those seeking an active holiday, you'll fine an abundance of ski slopes, trails to hike, roads to bike, and rocks to climb. Pay a visit to some of Slovenia's spa resorts and take advantage of the fresh mountain air and thermal waters. Various castles, churches, and historical towns--many of which are fully preserved--tell stories of the country's past. In Slovenia's major cities, admire the architecture, explore the local arts, visit museums, and chat with the locals over a cup of coffee. Slovenian cuisine offers a blend of Alpine and Mediterranean tastes and is definitely worth trying, along with the country's wines.
