Experience Slovenia: Ljubljana to Bled

7 Days: Ljubljana, Postojna, Piran, Gorsika Brda, Soca Valey, Bled and Bohinj

Sightseeing Tours:

  • LJUBLJANA: Morning sightseeing tour in the capital of Slovenia
  • POSTOJNA: Miniature electric train ride through Postojna Caves
  • PIRAN: Explore the main attractions on the Slovenian coast
  • GORISKA BRDA: Admire the beautiful hilly region of Slovenia follow by a dinner at a local farm
  • SOCA VALLEY: Cruise by the Soca River featuring a stop at the WWI Museum
  • BLED: Tour includes Boka Waterfall viewpoint and Bled Castle
  • BOHINJ: Enjoy an afternoon tour at Lake Bohinj and take a cable car to Mt. Vogel

Included Features:

  • Arrival and departure transfer to the hotel and airport
  • 7 day/6 night guided tours
  • Centrally located first class hotels
  • Breakfast daily
  • 2 dinners (coffee or tea included)
  • Touring by modern air-conditioned motor coach
  • Professional English-Speaking Tour Director throughout
  • Licensed Local Guides
  • Baggage handling at hotels
  • Whisper technology enhanced touring
  • Admission included where indicated in bold letters
  • Hotel taxes and service taxes

Hotels

  • LJUBLJANA: Hotel Slon or similar
  • PIRAN: Hotel Piran or similar
  • NOVA GORICA: Hotel Perla or similar
  • BLED: Hotel Park or similar

Not Included:

  • International airfare (can be priced separately)
  • Any travel and document fees including Visa requirements
  • Optional tours as outlined in itinerary (minimum number of people required to operate)
  • Costs of a personal nature such as laundry, telephone, liquor, souvenirs, etc.
  • Tips to local guides and other staff along the route (suggested Tipping amounts will be advised)
  • Any increases in costs due to unforeseen circumstances such as: additional fuel surcharges, exchange rates or Government imposed taxes and fees not known at this time
  • Travel Insurance (strongly recommended)

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Day 1, arrive Ljubljana or Venice, Sunday (WR)

Upon arrival in Venice or Ljubljana, you will be met and transferred to your Ljubljana hotel. The rest of the day is free to relax or to begin exploring. This evening meet your fellow travelers for the orientation meeting including a Welcome Drink. 

Day 2, in Ljubljana, Monday (B, WT)

In the morning enjoy a sightseeing tour of Ljubljana followed by lunch. After some free time take a cable car to Ljubljana castle and enjoy wine tasting of some excellent Slovenian wines with an amazing view of Ljubljana. 

Day 3, to Postojna and Piran, Tuesday (B, WT)

Travel to the Karst region. Your first stop is at the Postojna Cave, one of the largest in Europe. Tour this unique subterranean world by miniature electric train. After the tour, proceed to a nearby wine producer for Teran wine and prosciutto tasting. Finally, drive to Piran on the Slovenian coast.

Day 4, in Piran, to Portoroz & Goriska Brda, Wednesday (B, D)

See the highlights of Piran this morning, then head to Portoroz, a popular tourist resort. Continue to the hilly region of Goriska Brda. Discover the charming town of Smartno and have a delicious dinner at a local tourist farm. Overnight in Nova Gorica. 

Day 5, to Soca Valley & Bled, Thursday (B)

Drive along the emerald green Soca River, through Kobarid, featured in Hemingway’s A Farewell to Arms and stop to visit of the WWI Museum. Later, continue to Bled, stopping at Boka waterfall viewpoint. 

Day 6, in Bled, Friday (B, D)

A sightseeing tour shows you the highlights of this charming town on the shores of Lake Bled. You’ll also visit imposing Bled Castle, perched on a cliff high above the lake. We will return to the lake shore and taste the famous Bled cream cake. In the afternoon, tour to the other Alpine beauty, Lake Bohinj, enjoy a relaxing walk along the lake shore and take a cable car to Mt. Vogel. Enjoy some cheese tasting and admire the stoning Julian Alps. Tonight, celebrate the wonderfully scenic vacation with a Farewell Dinner at a local restaurant. (B, D)

Day 7, depart Ljubljana or Venice, Saturday (B)

After breakfast, you will be transferred to Ljubljana or Venice airport for your departure flight.