3 days in Idrija & Maribor Itinerary

Start off your visit on the 30th (Sun): deepen your understanding at Anthony's Shaft Mining Museum, go deep underground at Idrija Kamšt, then see the interesting displays at Hg Smeltery, and finally contemplate the long history of Franja Partisan Hospital. Here are some ideas for day two: take in the views from Nesk's Footbridge, make a trip to Grotte di Postumia - Park Postojnska jama, then explore the fascinating underground world of Postojna Cave, and finally get engrossed in the history at The Secret Rooms of Hotel Jama.

To see ratings, other places to visit, reviews, and more tourist information, go to the Idrija trip builder site.

Milan, Italy to Idrija is an approximately 5.5-hour car ride. Traveling from Milan in October, things will get slightly colder in Idrija: highs are around 18°C and lows about 7°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 31st (Mon) to allow time to drive to Maribor.

On the 1st (Tue), fly down the slopes at Mariborsko Pohorje Ski Resort, then explore the striking landscape at Pyramid Archaeological Site, and then see the interesting displays at Old Vine House.

For photos, where to stay, maps, and tourist information, go to the Maribor trip planner.

Traveling by car from Idrija to Maribor takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or do a combination of bus and train. In October, daily temperatures in Maribor can reach 19°C, while at night they dip to 7°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 1st (Tue) so you can go by car back home.