Slovenia Discovery
7 days, Ljubljana to Ljubljana
When arranging your transportation, such as flights, please take into consideration the below time restrictions for joining and departing from your group. With these times, we have taken into account travel time to/from the airport in the given destination and required time for check-in or baggage collection/immigration.
Itinerary
Day 1Ljubljana
Arrive at any time. After a welcome briefing, set off with your CEO on a short orientation walk to get your bearings of the area on the way to an optional group dinner.
Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group
Your opportunity to meet your CEO and fellow travellers, and learn more about your tour. Opt to join the group for a local meal afterwards. Don't forget to see the notice in the lobby (or ask reception) for the official time and place to meet up with the group.
Accommodation
Below is an example of the hotel we may use in this city. For the actual hotel your specific departure will be using, please check your voucher.
B&B Hotel Ljubljana Park (or similar)
Day 2Ljubljana
Head into the city centre for a deep dive into the Slovenian capital's food scene on a guided walking tour. Visit a farmers market, various gourmet shops and local diners as you eat your way through the city and enjoy a light lunch along the way. The rest of the afternoon and evening is free to continue exploring, visit the Ljubljbana Castle or just relax at a nearby cafe.
Your Foodie Moment: Ljubljana Food Walking Tour
Set off on a a food walking exploration of the city and major sites of Ljubljana: Joined by an expert local guide, we will visit a local farmer’s market, gourmet shops and local diners as you taste your way through the Slovenian capital. Sample a variety of soups, tapas, charcuterie, and street food as you discover the city's culture through its food.
Free Time
Enjoy a free afternoon to continue exploring Ljubjana or to relax.
Optional Activities - Day 2 HideShow
Ljubljana Castle
When in Ljubljana, don’t miss a visit to the Ljubljana Castle. Located on a hill, you will get amazing views of Ljubljana as you walk up. Inside, stroll through courtyards and gardens and visit the Castle Chapel to see its beautiful artwork. The castle also has modern art outside where you can browse and enjoy the mix of old and new.
Accommodation
B&B Hotel Ljubljana Park (or similar)
Meals included:
Breakfast | LunchDay 3Ljubljana/Portorož
Depart Ljubljana after breakfast and head towards the Adriatic coast, making a stop in the resort city of Piran along the way. Get oriented with your CEO on arrival and then enjoy some free time to explore the waterfront, main square and streets lined with gorgeous Venetian architecture. In the afternoon continue to the nearby town of Portorož for walk around town with the CEO before checking into the hotel for the evening.
Visit PIran and Portorož
Get oriented with Piran on a walk with your CEO before enjoying free time to explore this lively and beautiful resort city at the end of a peninsula on the Adriatic Sea. Marvel at the gorgeous Venetian architecture and wander the streets and plaza as well as the iconic long pier. Choose from a wide variety of local restaurants and cafes for a bite to eat before continuing 5 minutes down the road to the glitz and glamour of Portorož and it's shining casinos and seaside resorts.
Private Vehicle
Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
Accommodation
Remisens Hotel Lucija (or similar)
Meals included:
BreakfastDay 4Portorož
Take a day trip into Italy today and cross the border to the city of Trieste. Explore this historic town on your own and see some of the beautiful architecture, framed by a medieval old city and a neoclassical new city. Taste some of the coffee that Trieste is famous for then visit the nearby Miramare Castle, a beautiful 19th century building with a lush park area and amazing views over the sea. Back in Slovenia, stop for an included lunch with wine tasting at a winery before returning to Portorož in the evening.
Private Vehicle
Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
Trieste Visit and Coffee Tasting
Explore the charming city of Trieste at your own pace. Your CEO will accompany you to a local café, where you'll enjoy a stop for a classic Italian coffee tasting. Savor the rich flavors of a traditional espresso and discover why this beloved ritual is such a cornerstone of Italian culture and a perfect little pick-me-up to fuel the rest of your day.
Private Vehicle
Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
Lunch & Wine Tasting
Visit a local winery in the Vipava Region of Slovenia to sample some of the many high quality local wines produced in the area. Hear from an on-site expert about the production process and different types of wines that are made before sitting down to a delicious lunch.
Private Vehicle
Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
Accommodation
Remisens Hotel Lucija (or similar)
Meals included:
Breakfast | LunchDay 5Portorož/Lake Bohinj
Travel inland from the coast and make a stop at the Postojna Cave, to explore the fascinating network subterranean world with an expert guide. After time in town for lunch, continue north to Lake Bled, stopping to walk around the lake with the CEO to soak in the views and enjoy the incredible scenery. Finish the day in the nearby Lake Bohinj area and check into the hotel for the evening.
Private Vehicle
Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
Postojna Cave Visit
Explore the fascinating subterranean world on a guided tour of the Postojna Caves. Enter the two-million-year-old caves aboard a mini-train, and learn about why this is one of Slovenia’s most popular attractions. Walk with your guide and witness stalactites, stalagmites, and other rock formations that make up the 13-mile-long (21 km) system of underground caves.
Private Vehicle
Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
Lake Bled Visit and Walk
Take a leisurely walk along Lake Bled with your CEO to take in the beauty and natural scenery, with views to the island and castle.
Private Vehicle
Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
Accommodation
Hotel Jezero (or similar)
Meals included:
BreakfastDay 6Lake Bohinj
Start the day with an orientation walk with the CEO to get acquainted to the area and with all of the great optional activities available. The rest of the day is free to get the most out of the picturesque Lake Bohinj area as you please. Options on the water could include swimming or a boat ride, otherwise go hiking, biking or ziplining as other ways to experience the natural beauty of the area. Regroup in the evening for an optional final dinner with the group.
Free Time
Take a full free day to explore the stunning Lake Bohinj area and all of the excellent outdoor options to do on and around the lake.
Optional Activities - Day 6 HideShow
Hike the Mostnica Gorge
Hike around the Mostnica Gorge and the idyllic Voje Valley with its wide meadows, steep hills and gorgeous waterfalls. Hiking options can range from just a visit of the gorge up to a longer 12 km hike of the gorge and valley along a well-marked path, with approximately 250m of elevation gain.
Zip-lining from Lake Bohinj
Head to the Učja Valley for the largest zip-line park in Europe. Get the adrenaline pumping on 10 different zip-lines ranging from 250-600 metres long, taking you soaring over the stunning Učja Valley with views also to the Soča Valley and to Mt Triglav, Slovenia's highest peak.
Accommodation
Hotel Jezero (or similar)
Meals included:
BreakfastDay 7Lake Bohinj/Ljubljana
Travel back to Ljubljana in the morning, where the tour ends on arrival at approximately 11am.
Please do not book onward travel from Ljubljana before 2pm.
Departure Day
Not ready to leave? Your CEO can help with travel arrangements to extend your adventure.
Private Vehicle
Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.