9 days in Koper & Bohinjsko Jezero Itinerary

A bridge between the Mediterranean and alpine regions of Slovenia, Koper is a small town with big appeal.

Museum-lovers will appreciate Sergej Mašera Maritime Museum and Koper Regional Museum. Popular historic sites such as Church of St. Francis of Assisi and Socerb Castle are in your itinerary. Step out of Koper with an excursion to Divača Cave in Divača--about 38 minutes away. There's still lots to do: contemplate the long history of Muda Gate, look for all kinds of wild species at Škocjanski Zatok Nature Reserve, discover the deep blue sea with a scuba or snorkeling tour, and pause for some serene contemplation at Koper Cathedral and Bell Tower.

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Kansas City, USA to Koper is an approximately 19-hour combination of flight and car. The time zone changes from Central Standard Time (CST) to Central European Standard Time (CET), which is usually a 7 hour difference. In September, daytime highs in Koper are 76°F, while nighttime lows are 58°F. You will have some time to spend on the 2nd (Mon) before leaving for Bohinjsko Jezero.

The mirror-like waters of the largest glacial lake in Slovenia make Bohinjsko Jezero one of the most popular tourist attractions in the country.

Church of St John the Baptist and Outdoor Museum Kolovrat (muzej na prostem) will appeal to history buffs. Eschew the tourist crowds and head to Franja Partisan Hospital and Museum of Alpine Dairy Farming. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Bohinjsko Jezero: Tolmin (Memorial Church of the Holy Spirit & Tolmin Gorge) and Davča Ethnographic Museum (in Železniki). There's lots more to do: admire the sheer force of Savica Waterfall, stroll the grounds of Ukanc Military Cemetery, indulge in some personalized pampering at Aquapark & Wellness - Vodni Park Bohinj, and contemplate the waterfront views at Lake Bohinj.

For photos, traveler tips, more things to do, and more tourist information, read our Bohinjsko Jezero trip planner.

Traveling by car from Koper to Bohinjsko Jezero takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. Prepare for a bit cooler weather when traveling from Koper in October: high temperatures in Bohinjsko Jezero hover around 57°F and lows are around 42°F. You will have some time to spend on the 6th (Fri) before leaving for home.