9 days in Slovenia Itinerary
Created using Inspirock Slovenia trip planner
Start: Milan
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Škocjan
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Bled
— 4 nights
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Maribor
— 1 night
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Ljubljana
— 2 nights
Shuttle to Trieste, Fly to Milan
End: Milan
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Škocjan — 1 day
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Most people visit Skocjan to tour the famed caves, one of Slovenia's top attractions.Start off your visit on the 5th (Sat): Head underground at Škocjan Caves.
For other places to visit, where to stay, ratings, and more tourist information, refer to the Škocjan online day trip planner.
Milan, Italy to Škocjan is an approximately 5-hour car ride. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 5th (Sat) to allow enough time to drive to Bled.
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Bled — 4 nights
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The most popular resort in Slovenia, Bled is marked by its iconic church steeple and medieval castle on glacial Lake Bled.Explore Bled's surroundings by going to Kayaking & Canoeing (in Bovec) and Bohinjsko Jezero (Lake Bohinj & Savica Waterfall). Spend the 9th (Wed) exploring nature at Triglav National Park. And it doesn't end there: explore the striking landscape at Vintgar Gorge, stroll through Straža Bled, test your problem-solving skills at popular escape rooms, and explore the historical opulence of Bled Castle.
To find other places to visit, reviews, more things to do, and other tourist information, refer to the Bled trip planning website.
Traveling by car from Škocjan to Bled takes 1.5 hours. In August, daytime highs in Bled are 31°C, while nighttime lows are 15°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 9th (Wed) to allow enough time to drive to Maribor.
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Maribor — 1 night
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Cycling may be one of the best ways to tour Maribor, a great base for exploring the surrounding area and conquering Pohorje Mountains.Start off your visit on the 10th (Thu): take in the spiritual surroundings of Plague Column, make a trip to Main Square, see the interesting displays at Old Vine House, then test your problem-solving skills at popular escape rooms, then explore the striking landscape at Pyramid Archaeological Site, and finally pause for some photo ops at National Liberation Monument.
For other places to visit, reviews, more things to do, and tourist information, use the Maribor trip itinerary maker app.
You can drive from Bled to Maribor in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. In August, daytime highs in Maribor are 32°C, while nighttime lows are 16°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 10th (Thu) early enough to take a shuttle to Ljubljana.
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Ljubljana — 2 nights
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Sitting astride the Ljubljanica River, Ljubljana is marked with picturesque bridges and a marketplace, designed by the famous architect Jože Plečnik.Kick off your visit on the 11th (Fri): wander the streets of Ljubljana Old Town, take in the views from Triple Bridge, ponder the world of politics at Town Hall, then explore the historical opulence of Ljubljana Castle, and finally glide peacefully along the water with some of the best stand-up paddleboarding in the area. Here are some ideas for day two: have some family-friendly fun at Escape Room Enigmarium, take in the views from Dragon Bridge, admire the striking features of Seminary Palace and Library, then take in the spiritual surroundings of Cathedral of St. Nicholas, then explore the activities along Ljubljanica River, and finally admire the masterpieces at tipoRenesansa letterpress studio.
For other places to visit, maps, ratings, and more tourist information, use the Ljubljana road trip planning site.
Traveling by shuttle from Maribor to Ljubljana takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. In August, plan for daily highs up to 31°C, and evening lows to 15°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 12th (Sat) to allow enough time to 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.
