Enjoy a panoramic drive along the beautiful Slovenian Riviera and explore two of its most picturesque villages, each with its own distinct personality. The Riviera stretches along a section of the Adriatic Sea known for its karst cliffs, pebbly beaches and historical villages. The coast is blissfully uncrowded and spectacularly beautiful as you will discover on the way to Izola. While meandering about the fishi...

Discover the many charms of Slovenia’s largest city and capital of Ljubljana, the country’s political, cultural and artistic heart, at your own pace. Settle in for a relaxing drive through the forested countryside of central Slovenia before arriving at serene Ljubljana. Observe the Baroque, medieval and Roman architecture in the historic capital and appreciate the city’s myriad bridges, especially the unusual t...

Sample traditional Slovenian foods at various venues in and around Koper and enjoy a glass of wine in the surrounding Slovenska Istra wine region. As you drive into the countryside and along the Slovenian Riviera, the views will be extraordinarily panoramic. You will pass lovely seaside villages such as Izola, picturesque beaches and verdant nature parks. Following the wine tasting, you will drive to Koper for ...

Drive around a lake that is a natural phenomenon of sorts, as its water disappears each autumn, leaving the lake dry until the winter rainy season. For an overview of the lake’s unusual hydrological system, you will first browse a museum with a scale working model of Lake Cerknica, showing how each year it drains into the porous karst that lies beneath the lake bed. A leisurely walk around the shore will add an...

Meander through a fragrant herb garden in a 19th-century farm and then savor a delightful lunch of traditional Slovenian dishes. As an introduction to the country’s limestone karst region, you will pause to take in the sweeping views from a castle that overlooks the Gulf of Trieste. You will then stop at a farm for a sampling of local cheeses. Think of it as an appetizer for the culinary experience that awaits ...

Revel in a visit to Slovenia’s largest city, one of Europe’s greenest and most livable capitals, on this walking and cruise tour. Journey across the picturesque Slovenian countryside to beguiling Ljubljana and begin a guided walking tour through the city’s historical center, which is peppered with compelling Baroque-style buildings, impressive cathedrals and enchanting bridges. Once your walking tour is complet...

Explore a wetland nature reserve on reclaimed land that now supports an abundance of indigenous flora and fauna. Salt pans covered much of this area for centuries, and it wasn’t until about 50 years ago that the brackish wetlands became an important habitat for flora and fauna. As you walk through this wonderfully unique ecosystem, a naturalist will describe the transformation of the reserve and how environment...

Delight in postcard-ready Lake Bled and its legendary islet on this coach and cruise tour of one of the most beautiful alpine resorts in the world. After a scenic two-hour drive, you’ll board a boat for a leisurely cruise on the unspoiled emerald waters of Lake Bled toward the fairy tale island in its center. Admire the 17th-century Assumption of Mary Pilgrimage Church, a renowned location that is often used fo...

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Walk through the medieval streets of Piran and come away with an understanding of how being a former Venetian republic influenced its architecture. The walled city crowds the tip of a narrow peninsula, and its Gothic-style Old Town is one of the best-preserved historical districts in the region. As you follow the guide through this wonderfully atmospheric setting, you can’t miss the hilltop Cathe...