8 days in Thermal Pannonian Slovenia Itinerary

Novo Mesto is the city on a bend of the Krka River in the City Municipality of Novo Mesto in southeastern Slovenia, close to the border with Croatia. On the 4th (Sat), admire the masterpieces at Božidar Jakac Art Museum, step into the grandiose world of Brežice Castle, then boost your wellbeing at Terme Čatež, and finally see the sky in a new way at Planetarium in Sfericni Kino Astroport 360. On the 5th (Sun), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: steep yourself in history at Breg, take in the spiritual surroundings of Novo Mesto Cathedral, then play a few rounds at Golf Grad Otočec, then admire the natural beauty at Otočec Castle Park, and finally pause for some serene contemplation at Franciscan Monastery.

To see more things to do, ratings, traveler tips, and other tourist information, refer to the Novo Mesto online travel route planner.

Bologna, Italy to Novo Mesto is an approximately 5-hour car ride. Traveling from Bologna in February, expect a bit cooler with lows of 0°C in Novo Mesto. Finish your sightseeing early on the 5th (Sun) so you can drive to Velenje.

With its lakes and well-maintained grassy beaches, Velenje will satisfy every tourist eager to relax or take a swim during summer months.

Get out of town with these interesting Velenje side-trips: Celje (The Photographic Studio of Josip Pelikan, Celje Castle, &more). There's much more to do: go deep underground at The Coal Mining Museum of Slovenia, get in on the family fun at Zorb EKOPOOL Celje, appreciate the history behind Tito Statue, and stop by Syncerus.

To see where to stay, other places to visit, traveler tips, and other tourist information, you can read our Velenje sightseeing planner.

You can drive from Novo Mesto to Velenje in 2 hours. In February, daytime highs in Velenje are 7°C, while nighttime lows are -2°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 8th (Wed) early enough to drive to Moravske Toplice.

Holidays in Moravske Toplice usually include various treatments at the local spa, where thermal waters ensure you find your inner peace and rejuvenate your body.

On the 9th (Thu), get to know the fascinating history of Prešernova Street, steep yourself in history at Terme Ptuj, then examine the collection at Ptuj Castle, then appreciate the history behind Orpheus Monument, and finally don't miss a visit to Ptuj City Tower. On the 10th (Fri), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: take in nature's colorful creations at Tropical Garden Slovenia, take an in-depth tour of Synagogue Lendava, take in panoramic vistas at Vinarium Tower, then explore the historical opulence of Murska Sobota Castle, then pause for some photo ops at Monument to Victory, and finally indulge in some personalized pampering at Terme 3000.

For photos, maps, traveler tips, and tourist information, go to the Moravske Toplice trip maker app.

You can drive from Velenje to Moravske Toplice in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive. Cap off your sightseeing on the 10th (Fri) early enough to go by car to Podčetrtek.

For most visitors on holiday in Podcetrtek, thermal waters remain the big draw.

Kick off your visit on the 11th (Sat): get in on the family fun at Witch House - Land of Fairy Tales and Imagination, identify plant and animal life at Jelenov Greben Homestead, then pause for some serene contemplation at Olimje Monastery, and finally relax and rejuvenate at some of the best spas.

To see photos, ratings, and more tourist information, refer to the Podčetrtek travel route planning tool.

Traveling by car from Moravske Toplice to Podčetrtek takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train; or take a bus. In February, daily temperatures in Podčetrtek can reach 7°C, while at night they dip to -1°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 11th (Sat) to allow time to drive back home.