7 days in Bled Area, Portorož-Piran & Slovenian Istria & Postojna Itinerary

The most popular resort in Slovenia, Bled is marked by its iconic church steeple and medieval castle on glacial Lake Bled.

Explore Bled's surroundings by going to Bohinjsko Jezero (Church of St John the Baptist, Lake Bohinj, &more). There's still lots to do: get a new perspective on things with Boat Tours & Water Sports, head outdoors with Outdoor Activities, explore the striking landscape at Vintgar Gorge, and look for gifts at Zakladi Slovenije Bled.

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Dusseldorf, Germany to Bled is an approximately 7-hour combination of flight, shuttle, and bus. You can also do a combination of flight and shuttle; or drive. July in Bled sees daily highs of 32°C and lows of 17°C at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 8th (Sat) so you can go by car to Piran.

Considered one of the prettiest cities on the country's coast, Piran owes much of its development to salt.

On the 9th (Sun), learn more about the world around you at Magical World of Shells Museum, see the interesting displays at Sergej Mašera Maritime Museum, stroll through Portorož Beach, then admire the landmark architecture of Benečanka Venetian House, then take in the spiritual surroundings of St. George's Church, and finally make a trip to Tartini Square. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 10th (Mon): contemplate in the serene atmosphere at St. Anne's Friary, pause for some serene contemplation at Koper Cathedral and Bell Tower, discover the deep blue sea with a scuba or snorkeling tour, then make a trip to Walls of Piran, then admire the striking features of Sodna palaca, and finally take a leisurely stroll along Port Piran.

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You can drive from Bled to Piran in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or do a combination of train and bus. Traveling from Bled in July, expect somewhat warmer with lows of 21°C in Piran. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 10th (Mon) to allow time to drive to Postojna.

With its friendly atmosphere, breathtaking landscapes, natural phenomena, and historical monuments, Postojna offers everything you need for a peaceful vacation or a quick getaway from the city.

On the 11th (Tue), Head underground at Postojna Cave, then explore the historical opulence of Predjama Castle, then get a taste of the local shopping with Tourist Information Centre - Galerija, and finally learn about winemaking at Vino Zorz. Keep things going the next day: explore the fascinating underground world of Škocjan Caves and then take a pleasant ride with Lipica Stud Farm.

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You can drive from Piran to Postojna in an hour. Other options are to drive; or take a bus; or do a combination of bus and train. Plan for a bit cooler temperatures traveling from Piran in July, with highs in Postojna at 32°C and lows at 17°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 12th (Wed) to allow time to travel back home.