16 days in Slovenia Itinerary
Created using Klarna Trips Slovenia visit planner
Start: Berlin
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Novo Mesto
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Maribor
— 4 nights
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Koper
— 5 nights
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Bled
— 4 nights
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End: Berlin
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Novo Mesto — 2 nights
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Novo Mesto is the city on a bend of the Krka River in the City Municipality of Novo Mesto in southeastern Slovenia, close to the border with Croatia. Your inner history buff will appreciate Novo Mesto Cathedral and Castle Brestanica. Get some cultural insight at Brežice Castle and Breg. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Novo Mesto: Najger Repnica Wine Cave (in Bizeljsko) and Raka Castle (in Raka). The adventure continues: take in nature's colorful creations at Otočec Castle Park, pause for some serene contemplation at Franciscan Monastery, and take in the awesome beauty at Žumberak Mountains.
For more things to do, traveler tips, where to stay, and tourist information, use the Novo Mesto trip planning site.
Berlin, Germany to Novo Mesto is an approximately 10.5-hour car ride. In September, daytime highs in Novo Mesto are 25°C, while nighttime lows are 13°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 4th (Mon) so you can drive to Maribor.
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For more things to do, traveler tips, where to stay, and tourist information, use the Novo Mesto trip planning site.
Berlin, Germany to Novo Mesto is an approximately 10.5-hour car ride. In September, daytime highs in Novo Mesto are 25°C, while nighttime lows are 13°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 4th (Mon) so you can drive to Maribor.
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Maribor — 4 nights
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Cycling may be one of the best ways to tour Maribor, a great base for exploring the surrounding area and conquering Pohorje Mountains.Get a sense of the local culture at Celje Castle and Old Vine House. Visiting Pyramid Archaeological Site and Mariborsko Pohorje Ski Resort will get you outdoors. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Maribor: Celje (Almshouse, Celje Regional Museum, &more) and Ptuj Castle (in Ptuj). The adventure continues: learn about winemaking at Vinogradi Horvat - Vineyards Horvat, take in the spiritual surroundings of Maribor Cathedral, appreciate the history behind National Liberation Monument, and take in the architecture and atmosphere at Franciscan Church.
To find photos, maps, ratings, and more tourist information, read our Maribor trip itinerary planner.
Traveling by car from Novo Mesto to Maribor takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. In September, daily temperatures in Maribor can reach 24°C, while at night they dip to 13°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 8th (Fri) to allow enough time to drive to Koper.
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Koper — 5 nights
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A bridge between the Mediterranean and alpine regions of Slovenia, Koper is a small town with big appeal.You'll explore the less-touristy side of things at Lepa Vida Boutique Winery and Hrastovlje Church of the Holy Trinity. Get a sense of the local culture at Štanjel Castle and Church of St. Maurus. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Koper: Vino Zorz (in Slap), Rakov Škocjan Landscape Park (in Rakek) and Capuchin Monastery of Vipavski Križ (in Vipavski Križ). Next up on the itinerary: discover the deep blue sea with a scuba or snorkeling tour, see the interesting displays at Pivka Park of Military History, explore the fascinating underground world of Škocjan Caves, and take in the architecture and atmosphere at Church of St. Francis of Assisi.
To see more things to do and tourist information, refer to the Koper trip itinerary maker.
Traveling by car from Maribor to Koper takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. Traveling from Maribor in September, expect Koper to be a bit warmer, temps between 28°C and 17°C. You'll have a few hours on the 13th (Wed) to wrap things up before traveling to Bled.
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Piran, Strunjan Nature Reserve, Pivka Park of Military History, Rakov Škocjan Landscape Park, Hrastovlje Church of the Holy Trinity
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Bled — 4 nights
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The most popular resort in Slovenia, Bled is marked by its iconic church steeple and medieval castle on glacial Lake Bled.Eschew the tourist crowds and head to Old Town Centre of Radovljica and Škofja Loka Castle. Get outdoors at Bled Island and Zipline. Get out of town with these interesting Bled side-trips: Mostnica Gorge (in Stara Fužina), Bohinjsko Jezero (Lake Bohinj & Church of St John the Baptist) and Peričnik Falls (in Mojstrana). Next up on the itinerary: awaken your taste buds at Wine Tasting Bled, take in the spiritual surroundings of St. Mark's Church in Vrba, pause for some serene contemplation at St. Martin's Parish Church, and step into the grandiose world of Bled Castle.
To see reviews, where to stay, ratings, and more tourist information, go to the Bled route builder website.
You can drive from Koper to Bled in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. Traveling from Koper in September, things will get a bit cooler in Bled: highs are around 24°C and lows about 11°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 17th (Sun) so you can catch the flight back home.
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Slovenia travel guide
Sunny Side of the Alps
From snowcapped Alpine peaks to sandy Adriatic beaches, a trip to Slovenia is like taking several vacations at once. Whatever the season, the country offers enticing natural attractions, all close at hand, including thick forests, scenic valleys, cave systems, waterfalls, lakes, and the Adriatic coast. For those seeking an active holiday, you'll fine an abundance of ski slopes, trails to hike, roads to bike, and rocks to climb. Pay a visit to some of Slovenia's spa resorts and take advantage of the fresh mountain air and thermal waters. Various castles, churches, and historical towns--many of which are fully preserved--tell stories of the country's past. In Slovenia's major cities, admire the architecture, explore the local arts, visit museums, and chat with the locals over a cup of coffee. Slovenian cuisine offers a blend of Alpine and Mediterranean tastes and is definitely worth trying, along with the country's wines.
