8 days in Thermal Pannonian Slovenia Itinerary

Nestled on the banks of the Savinja River, Lasko is both a spa town and home to the country's largest and most famous brewery.

Venture out of the city with trips to Otočec Castle Park (in Otočec), Velenje Beach (in Velenje) and Novo Mesto (Breg & Novo Mesto Cathedral). There's much more to do: step into the grandiose world of Celje Castle, relax and rejuvenate at some of the best spas, don't miss a visit to Lake Šmartno, and walk around City Park.

To see maps, other places to visit, traveler tips, and more tourist information, use the Laško attractions planner.

Ljubljana to Laško is an approximately 1.5-hour car ride. In August, plan for daily highs up to 32°C, and evening lows to 17°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 20th (Thu) early enough to go by car to Ptuj.

A tour of Ptuj reveals an old town filled with new experiences.

Venture out of the city with trips to Galerija Murska Sobota (in Murska Sobota), Podčetrtek (Olimje Chocolate Shop, Spas, &more) and Pegasus Statue (in Rogaška Slatina). And it doesn't end there: see the interesting displays at Ptuj Castle, don't miss a visit to Prešernova Street, pause for some photo ops at Orpheus Monument, and contemplate the long history of Terme Ptuj.

To find more things to do, traveler tips, ratings, and other tourist information, you can read our Ptuj travel planning website.

You can drive from Laško to Ptuj in an hour. Another option is to take a train. August in Ptuj sees daily highs of 32°C and lows of 16°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 24th (Mon) to allow enough time to drive back home.