8 days in Soča Valley, Bohinjska Bistrica & Bled Itinerary

In the north-west part of Slovenia, Bovec sits in an area known for its rich and colorful culture and history.

Visiting Zipline and Soča Valley will get you outdoors. Discover out-of-the-way places like Boka Waterfall and Source of the Soča River. The adventure continues: scramble along the landscape with Bovec Sport Center, admire the sheer force of Kozjak Waterfall, take in breathtaking views at Virje Waterfall, and take in the spiritual surroundings of Italian Charnel House.

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Graz, Austria to Bovec is an approximately 3-hour car ride. You can also do a combination of train and car; or do a combination of shuttle and bus. In August, daytime highs in Bovec are 28°C, while nighttime lows are 14°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 18th (Tue) so you can go by car to Bohinjska Bistrica.

Bohinjska Bistrica occupies a scenic spot at the foothills of the Julian Alps, near the picturesque Lake Bohinj.

Start off your visit on the 19th (Wed): take in the architecture and atmosphere at Church of St John the Baptist, then push the limits with Hike&Bike Slovenia, and then add some adventure to your tour with Sport4fun. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: stroll the grounds of Ukanc Military Cemetery, then take in the dramatic scenery at Savica Waterfall, then stroll through Vogel, and finally contemplate the waterfront views at Lake Bohinj.

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Traveling by car from Bovec to Bohinjska Bistrica takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of bus and train; or take a bus. August in Bohinjska Bistrica sees daily highs of 28°C and lows of 14°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 20th (Thu) to allow enough time to drive to Bled.

The most popular resort in Slovenia, Bled is marked by its iconic church steeple and medieval castle on glacial Lake Bled.

Bring the kids along to Mala Osojnica and Zgornjesavska Valley. Escape the urban bustle at Vintgar Gorge and Royal Bled Golf Course. Venture out of the city with trips to Martuljek Waterfalls (in Gozd Martuljek) and Zelenci Nature Reserve (in Kranjska Gora). It doesn't end there: find your balance on the water with Adventure Rafting Bled and step off the mainland to explore Bled Island.

To find traveler tips, reviews, where to stay, and more tourist information, refer to the Bled trip app.

Bled is very close to Bohinjska Bistrica. In August in Bled, expect temperatures between 31°C during the day and 15°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 23rd (Sun) to allow enough time to drive back home.