8 days in Slovenia Itinerary
Created using Inspirock Slovenia itinerary planner
Start: Leipzig
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Kranjska Gora
— 2 nights
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Soča
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Podčetrtek
— 2 nights
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Kobarid
— 3 nights
Drive to Ljubljana Jože Pučnik Airport, Fly to Leipzig
End: Leipzig
Tue, May 16 - Tue, May 23
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Kranjska Gora — 2 nights
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A trip to Kranjska Gora takes visitors to an area that represents a border point between Austria, Italy, and Slovenia.Start off your visit on the 16th (Tue): contemplate the waterfront views at Lake Jasna, then make a trip to The Russian Chapel, and then identify plant and animal life at Vršič Pass. On the 17th (Wed), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: ski along the peaceful trails at Planica Nordic Centre & Zipline, then look for all kinds of wild species at Zelenci Nature Reserve, then take in the dramatic scenery at Peričnik Falls, and finally make a trip to Ajdovska Deklica.
To find reviews, photos, maps, and other tourist information, use the Kranjska Gora trip website.
Leipzig, Germany to Kranjska Gora is an approximately 8-hour car ride. In May in Kranjska Gora, expect temperatures between 20°C during the day and 8°C at night. On the 18th (Thu), you're off to Soča.
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Kick off your visit on the 18th (Thu): contemplate the waterfront views at Source of the Soča River.
To find more things to do, reviews, ratings, and tourist information, go to the Soča online tour planner.
Traveling by car from Kranjska Gora to Soča takes 2.5 hours. Expect a bit warmer temperatures when traveling from Kranjska Gora in May; daily highs in Soča reach 26°C and lows reach 14°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 18th (Thu) early enough to drive to Podčetrtek.
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To find more things to do, reviews, ratings, and tourist information, go to the Soča online tour planner.
Traveling by car from Kranjska Gora to Soča takes 2.5 hours. Expect a bit warmer temperatures when traveling from Kranjska Gora in May; daily highs in Soča reach 26°C and lows reach 14°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 18th (Thu) early enough to drive to Podčetrtek.
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Podčetrtek — 2 nights
For most visitors on holiday in Podcetrtek, thermal waters remain the big draw.On the 19th (Fri), have fun at Witch House - Land of Fairy Tales and Imagination, identify plant and animal life at Jelenov Greben Homestead, then take in the architecture and atmosphere at Olimje Monastery, and finally indulge in some personalized pampering at some of the best spas.
To see ratings, more things to do, maps, and tourist information, go to the Podčetrtek vacation planner.
Explore your travel options from Soča to Podčetrtek with the Route module. In May, daytime highs in Podčetrtek are 26°C, while nighttime lows are 11°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 20th (Sat) to allow enough time to drive to Kobarid.
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Kobarid — 3 nights
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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.Bring the kids along to Kayaking & Canoeing and Virje Waterfall. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Kobarid: Postojna (Predjama Castle & The Secret Rooms of Hotel Jama) and Solkan Bridge (in Solkan). Next up on the itinerary: get outside with Outdoor Activities, admire the verdant scenery at Soča Valley, take in the spiritual surroundings of Italian Charnel House, and skim along the rocks with a canyoning and rapelling tour.
To find other places to visit, photos, and more tourist information, refer to the Kobarid online tour itinerary planner.
Drive from Podčetrtek to Kobarid in 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of train and bus; or take a bus. Traveling from Podčetrtek in May, things will get little chillier in Kobarid: highs are around 20°C and lows about 8°C. On the 23rd (Tue), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can travel 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.
