18 days in Slovenian Littoral Region Itinerary

Start off your visit on the 22nd (Mon): indulge your thirst for a good beer at Thirsty River Brewing, take in the history at Ravelnik Open Air Museum, then make a trip to Fort Hermann, then examine the collection at Fort Kluže, and finally stroll the grounds of Log Pod Mangartom Military Cemetery. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 23rd (Tue): cruise along Mangart Saddle, then take in the dramatic scenery at Nadiza, then identify plant and animal life at Planica Valley, and finally see the interesting displays at Liznjekova house.

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If you are flying in from Germany, the closest major aiport is Ljubljana Jože Pučnik Airport. In May in Bovec, expect temperatures between 20°C during the day and 8°C at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 24th (Wed) so you can go by car to Kobarid.

On the 24th (Wed), take in the spiritual surroundings of Memorial Church of the Holy Spirit, then look for all kinds of wild species at Krampež Waterfall, then trek along Koseč Gorges, and finally explore the historical opulence of Tonovec Castle. On your second day here, don't miss a visit to Sveta Gora (Holy Mountain), then steep yourself in history at Outdoor Museum Kolovrat (muzej na prostem), then don't miss a visit to Tolmin Castle, and finally take in the architecture and atmosphere at St Mary of the Assumption church.

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Kobarid is just a short distance from Bovec. May in Kobarid sees daily highs of 20°C and lows of 8°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 26th (Fri) early enough to go by car to Idrija.

Start off your visit on the 26th (Fri): go deep underground at Idrija Kamšt, explore the galleries of Miner's House, learn about all things military at Idrija War Museum, then pause for some serene contemplation at Holy Trinity Church, and finally take in the spiritual surroundings of St. Ana's Church on Ledinica. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 27th (Sat): explore the galleries of Hg Smeltery, explore the ancient world of Divje Babe Archaeological Park, and then enjoy the sand and surf at Natural Bathing Place Lajšt.

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Traveling by car from Kobarid to Idrija takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. In May, daily temperatures in Idrija can reach 23°C, while at night they dip to 9°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 28th (Sun) to allow time to drive to Piran.

You'll get in some beach time at Strunjan Nature Reserve and Zusterna Beach. You'll discover tucked-away gems like Štanjel Castle and Scuba & Snorkeling. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Piran: Hrastovlje Church of the Holy Trinity (in Hrastovlje), Sežana Botanical Garden (in Sežana) and Golf Klub Lipica (in Lipica). Next up on the itinerary: see the interesting displays at Sergej Mašera Maritime Museum, get a sense of history and politics at Town Hall, take in the architecture and atmosphere at Church of St. Francis of Assisi, and take a leisurely stroll along Port Piran.

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You can drive from Idrija to Piran in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. Traveling from Idrija in May, expect somewhat warmer with lows of 13°C in Piran.