K301-7DLJULJU • Operated by Kompas Holidays
Experience Slovenia
7 Days • Ljubljana → Postojna → Piran → Goriška Brda → Soča Valley → Bled
A week amid Slovenia's alpine lakes, Karst caves and Adriatic coast, from the green capital of Ljubljana to the storied shores of Lake Bled.
Tour Spotlights
- Ljubljana, one of Europe´s greenest capitals, a prehistoric history, scenic bridges and a rich arts scene
- Postojna Caves, 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 Vacation in Nature with its Emerlad green Soča river
- Bled Alpine pearl, striking lake with a castle
- Bohinj with the most recognizable and astonishing natural site Lake Bohinj, the biggest lake in Slovenia
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day 1
Arrive Ljubljana or Venice
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. (WD)
Day 2
In Ljubljana
In the morning enjoy a sightseeing tour of Ljubljana followed by lunch on your own and some free time. Later take a funicular to Ljubljana castle with an amazing view of Ljubljana. Enjoy wine tasting of some excellent Slovenian wines. Enjoy the evening. (B, WT)
Day 3
To Postojna and 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, WT)
Day 4
In Piran, to Portoroz & Goriška Brda
See the highlights of Piran this morning, then head to Portoroz, a popular tourist resort. Continue to the hilly region of Goriška Brda. Discover the charming town of Dobrovo and have a delicious dinner in a local restaurant. Overnight in Nova Gorica. (B, D)
Day 5
To Soča Valley & Bled
Drive along the emerald, green Soca River, through Kobarid, featured in Hemmingway's A Farewell to Arms and stop to visit of the WWI Museum. Later, continue to Bled, stopping at Boka waterfall viewpoint. (B)
Day 6
In Bled
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
After breakfast, you will be transferred to Ljubljana or Venice airport for your departure flight.
Included Features
- Airport transfer from Ljubljana airport to the hotel (Venice apt as supplement!)
- Selected class hotels
- Buffet breakfast daily and 2 dinners
- Welcome drink in Ljubljana
- Touring by modern air-conditioned motor coach
- Professional English-Speaking Tour Director throughout
- Licensed Local Guides
- Luggage handling (1 pc per person)
- Whisper technology enhanced touring
- Admission included where indicated in bold letters: Ljubljana funicular, Postojna cave, WWI Museum, Bled castle, cable car to Mt Vogel
- 1 x Teran wine and prosciutto tasting
- Hotel taxes and service taxes
- Departure transfer from hotel to Ljubljana airport (VENICE APT AS SUPPLEMENT!)
Hotels
- Ljubljana: Hotel Lev or similar
- Piran: Hotel Piran or similar
- Nova Gorica: Hotel Perla/Park or similar
- Bled/Ribno: Hotel Bled Rose/Ribno/Park or similar