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Experience Slovenia, The Story Of A Green Country 2023

Ljubljana - Postojna Cave - Piran - Portorož - Goriška Brda - Nova Gorica - Soča Valley - Kobarid - Bled - Bohinj - Bled - Ljubljana

Experience Slovenia's diverse beauty from the smallest European capital city Ljubljana, the quaint historic seaside towns, cave studded karst, rich wineries, to the majestic Julian Alps and the wonderful alpine lake region.

Tour Highlights
▪ Ljubljana, one of Europe´s greenest capitals, a prehistoric history, scenic bridges and a rich arts scene
▪ Postojna Cave, part of Slovenia´s natural wonders
▪ Piran, one of the best-preserved historical towns anywhere in the Mediterranean, it´s a gem of Venetian Gothic architecture
▪ Goriška Brda, sun-kissed wine country between the Alps and the Mediterranean
▪ Soča Valley, paradise for active holiday in nature with its emerald green Soča River
▪ Bled, Alpine pearl with striking lake and castle
▪ Bohinj, with the most recognisable and astonishing natural site Lake Bohinj, the biggest lake in Slovenia

Code: K3 K301

Day by day Itinerary

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Day 1
Ljubljana

Upon arrival in 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 travellers for the orientation meeting including a welcome drink.

Day 2
Ljubljana

In the morning enjoy a sightseeing tour of Ljubljana followed by free time for 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. (B, T)

Day 3
Ljubljana - Postojna - Piran

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. (B, T)

Day 4
Piran - Portorož - Goriška Brda - Nova Gorica

See the highlights of Piran this morning, then head to Portorož, a popular tourist resort. Continue to the hilly region of Goriška Brda. Discover the charming town of Dobrovo and have a delicious dinner at a local tourist farm. Overnight in Nova Gorica. (B, D)

Day 5
Nova Gorica - Soča Valley - Kobarid - Bled

Drive along the emerald, green Soča River, through Kobarid, featured in Hemmingway's ‘A Farewell to Arms’ and stop to visit the WWI Museum. Later, continue to Bled, stopping at Boka waterfall viewpoint. Overnight in Bled. (B)

Day 6
Bled - Bohinj - Bled

A sightseeing tour shows you the highlights of this charming town on the shores of Lake Bled. You’ll also visit the 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 stunning Julian Alps. Tonight, celebrate the wonderfully scenic holiday with a Farewell Dinner at a local restaurant. (B, T, D)

Day 7
Bled - Ljubljana

After breakfast, you will be transferred to Ljubljana Airport for your departure flight. (B)

Inclusions

  • Airport transfers Day 1 & 7
  • 6 Nights in 4* hotels
  • Welcome Drink
  • 6 Breakfasts (B)
  • Dinner at Local Tourist Farm in Goriška Brda (D)
  • Farewell Dinner at Local Restaurant in Bled (D)
  • Wine Tasting in Ljubljana (T)
  • Teran Wine & Prosciutto Tasting (T)
  • Bled Cream Cake Tasting (T)
  • Cheese Tasting in Bohinj (T)
  • Tour Director
  • A/C motor coach
  • Service charges & hotel taxes
  • Headsets
  • Porterage

Sightseeing

  • Ljubljana
  • Postojna
  • Piran
  • Bled
  • Bohinj

Entrance

  • Ljubljana - Cable Car
  • Postojna - Cave
  • Kobarid - WWI Museum
  • Bled - Bled Castle
  • Bohinj - Cable Car

Pricing and Accommodation

Pricing and Accommodation information is not available.

Included Accommodation (or similar)

Ljubljana - Best Western Premier Hotel Slon

Piran - Hotel Piran

Nova Gorica - Park, Hotel & Entertainment

Bled - Hotel Park

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Ljubljana - Best Western Premier Hotel Slon

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Important Notes

It is highly recommended that clients take comprehensive travel insurance including against cancellation of reserved services.

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