Our most popular tour “Experience Slovenia”
Day 1: Arrive Ljubljana or Venice
Upon arrival in Venice or Ljubljana you will be met and transferred to your Ljubljana hotel. The rest of the day is free to relax or to begin exploring. This evening, meet your fellow travellers for an orientation meeting including a welcome drink. (W,D)
Day 2: Ljubljana, Postojna & Piran
In the morning enjoy a sightseeing tour of Ljubljana. Travel to the Karst region. Your first stop is at the Postojna Cave, one of the largest in Europe. Tour this unique subterranean world by miniature electric train. After the tour travel to nearby wine producer for teran wine and prosciutto tasting. Finally drive to Piran on the Slovenian Coast. (B, WT)
Day 3: Piran/Portoroz & Goriska Brda
See the highlights of Piran this morning, then head to Portoroz, a popular tourist resort. Continue to the hilly region of Goriska Brda. Discover the charming town of Smartno and have a delicious dinner at a local tourist farm. Overnight in Nova Gorica. (B,D)
Day 4: Soča Valley & Bled
Drive along the emerald green Soča River, through Kobarid featured in Hemmingway’s “A Farewell to Arms” and stop to visit the WWI Museum. Later, continue to Bled, beautifully situated in the Alps. Your evening is at leisure to begin exploring this delightful town. (B)
Day 5: Bled
A sightseeing tour shows you the highlights of this charming town on the shores of Lake Bled. You’ll also visit the imposing Bled Castle, perched on a cliff high above the lake. We will return to the lake shore and taste the famous Bled Cream Cake (Kreme Schnitte). In the afternoon travel to Skofja Loka, a beautiful medieval town with a castle that rises above the confluence of the two Sora Rivers, Poljanska Sora and Selska Sora.After the sightseeing tour visit Nace homestead and taste some of the local products. (B)
Day 6: Bled & Bohinj
Today tour to the other Alpine beauty, Lake Bohinj. Enjoy a relaxing walk along the lake shore and take a cable car to Mt Vogel. Before returning to Bled you will visit the Shepherd’s Museum and taste some of the best Slovenian cheese. Tonight celebrate a wonderfully scenic vacation with a farewell dinner at a favourite restaurant. (B,D)
Day 7: Depart Ljubljana or Venice
After breakfast you will be transferred to Ljubljana or Venice airport for your flight home. (B)
3 Days “In The Heart of Bear Land”
This program is designed for travellers with a passion for wildlife observation and photography. In three days you will be able to experience and photograph bears from the hunting observatory and you will experience, learn and gain an understanding of the wild bear and other wildlife environment.
Understanding is crucial for a responsible visit – which is our main objective. Excessive human contact with wild animals can have a number of negative effects on their lives, therefore a properly controlled and guided visit assumes even greater importance. With the help of experienced hunters, guides and photographers you will also hear interesting stories and gain information that will place bears and other wildlife in a wider context.
Of course, we did not forget the traditional cuisine which will complement the program. This fascinating program was developed in collaboration with the LIFE DINALP BEAR project and Biotechnical Faculty of the University of Ljubljana.
Day 1: Experience Roška trail and the virgin forest
Meet your guide in Loški potok which is also the centre of all the activities of the following three days. Leave your luggage and embark on the adventure. The guide will present the entire program and explain everything you need to know before entering bear land. Today’s adventure will take place in the region of Kočevska where you will see parts of Roška trail with attractions such as Kočevje Lake, Virgin forest Rajhenavski Rog, Queen of Rog etc. The guide will show you the hidden corners of this mystical forest. In the evening you will go on a guided observation of bears from a hunting observatory with a hunter. If weather conditions are not suitable, the observation will be postponed to one of the following days.
Day 2: Exploring Lake Cerknica with over 230 species of birds
Your adventure continues after a hearty breakfast. Today we are on our way towards north-west. We will visit Lake Cerknica and the museum where you will learn the secrets of this remarkable phenomenon of Karst lake. The guide will explain the secrets of the Karst phenomena in detail and take you on a guided bird photo hunt on Lake Cerknica which is known for its wide variety of birds. 94 species of birds are nesting in the area (among the most rare and endangered species are the corncrake, white-tailed eagle, bittern, whinchat, yellow wagtail, red-necked grebe, northern shoveler, common redshank, ferruginous duck, Eurasian curlew and scarlet dragonfly). Over 270 species of birds have been seen in the area. In the evening we return to our accommodation.
Day 3: Visit of the Križna Cave and the cave bear
Immediately after breakfast we will embark towards the west where we will visit the Križna Cave. Enjoy a tour of the cave and visit one of the most important sites of cave bear bones in the Bear Passage. This amazing experience is followed by the visit to a tourist
farm where we will try traditional dishes and visit the themed bear trail with a guide. This will be followed by a guided tour of Snežnik and then back to your accommodation to collect your luggage.
Highlights
l Kočevsko Lake, saw Roška, Virgin forest Rajhenavski Rog, Queen of Rog, Križna Cave, Lake Bloke, Castle Snežnik, Lake Cerknica, observing and photographing bears and other wildlife.
INCLUDED FEATURES
2 x breakfast and dinner
3 x lunch
2 overnight stays
Services of a qualified and experienced guide during the program
Bear watching with a hunter
Entrance for Castle Snežnik, Križba Cave, Museum of Lake Cerknica
SEASON: April to October
PHYSICAL DIFFICULTY: Medium
SUITABLE: Families with older children, couples, individuals, small groups
GROUP SIZE: Min 4, Max 20
WHAT YOU NEED: camera, hiking boots, hiking backpack, waterproof sportswear
Bosnia, Croatia & Slovenia Tour
– 11 days/10 nights
Day 1: Arrive Sarajevo
You will be met at the airport and transferred to your hotel. The balance of the day is at leisure. Tonight, join your Tour Director and fellow travelers for a Welcome Dinner. (D)
Day 2: Sarajevo
Sarajevo, the capital of the Republic of Bosnia and Herzegovina, has been influenced by a number of cultures and civilizations over its long history. On your city tour, visit the Turkish Bazaar Bas Carsija, Husref Bay’s Mosque, the Olympic Stadium and Gavrilo Princip Museum. Your afternoon and evening are free. (B)
Day 3: To Dubrovnik
Drive through the gorge of the Neretva River to Mostar. Here, see the remains of the Turkish quarter and the 16th century stone bridge. Then travel on to Dubrovnik, with its picturesque setting on the Adriatic Sea. (B,D)
Day 4: Dubrovnik
Take a walking tour of Old Dubrovnik this morning. See the Rector’s Palace, Bell Tower Clock, Orlando’s Column, and Sponza Palace. Then on to view the Dominican Monastery and Franciscan Monastery with its Pharmacy, one of the oldest in the world. The rest of the day is at leisure. (B)
Day 5: To Split
Depart Dubrovnik and travel north along the spectacular Adriatic coast to Split. Enjoy a city tour featuring the historic inner city, built around the Roman Emperor Diocletian’s Palace, a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage site. Plus, see the remnants of Split’s Roman heritage, its Renaissance and Gothic structures, Jupiter’s Temple, the Peristyle, and Cathedral. (B,D)
Day 6: To Trogir and Plitvice Lakes
Head to Trogir, the center of artistic activities. Scholars from around the world gather here to study and paint. Then turn inland and travel to spectacular Plitvice Lakes National Park. Have your camera ready as you take a walking tour around several of the lower lakes. Enjoy the breathtaking scenery of this natural wonder of 16 terraced lakes surrounded by thickly wooded mountains and lush vegetation. (B,D)
Day 7: To Opatija, Postojna and Bled
Return to the coast and travel along the beautiful bay of Kvarner to the popular resort of Opatija. After some free time, head north to Postojna, home to one of the largest caves in Europe. Tour this fantastic subterranean world by miniature electric train. Afterward, continue to Bled, beautifully set in the Julian Alps. (B,D)
Day 8: In Bled
A sightseeing tour of Bled features the charming town, the lakeshore, and a visit to the imposing Bled Castle, perched on a cliff high above the lake. The balance of the day is at leisure. Perhaps join an optional excursion to the small island in the middle of the lake Bled, scenic drive through the Alpine countryside and visit Bohinj and its namesake lake. (B)
Day 9: To Ljubljana and Zagreb
Travel to Ljubljana, the capital of Slovenia, and take a walking tour. See the sights of the old city center, including the picturesque open-air Central Market, Three Bridges, Baroque Town Hall, and Robba’s Fountain. Then, on to Zagreb, the capital of Croatia. (B,D)
Day 10: In Zagreb
This morning, enjoy a city tour featuring the historic Upper Town, St Mark’s Church, St. Catherine’s Church, the
Cathedral, Parliament, and the Government Palace. The rest of the day is free to explore the winding streets of the Old Town, relax in a café or take an optional excursion to see the countryside. (B)
Day 11: Depart Zagreb
After breakfast, you will be transferred to the airport for your departure flight. (B)
INCLUDED FEATURES
– First class hotels, rooms with private facilities
– Breakfast daily and 6 dinners
– Arrival and departure transfers
– Touring by modern air-conditioned motor coach
– Professional English speaking tour director
– Luggage handling
– Headsets provided for included sightseeing tours
Zagreb to Venice Tour
– 14 days/13 nights
Day 1: Arrive Zagreb
Welcome to Zagreb! You will be met at the airport and transferred to your hotel. Then the day is at leisure to get
settled in or begin exploring. Later, gather for a Welcome Dinner with your traveling companions. (D)
Day 2: In Zagreb
On a morning sightseeing tour, see the historic Upper Town, St. Mark’s Church, St. Catherine’s Church, the Cathedral, Parliament, and Government Palace. The rest of the day is at leisure to explore the winding city streets, browse through the shops, or take an optional excursion to see the countryside. (B)
Day 3: Zagreb to Sarajevo
Journey south, out of Croatia to Sarajevo, the capital of Bosnia and Herzegovina. After checking in at the hotel, relax and enjoy dinner. (B,D)
Day 4: Sarajevo to Dubrovnik
Sarajevo has been influenced by a number of cultures and civilizations during its long history. On your city tour visit the Turkish bazaar “Bas Carsija,” Husref Bay’s Mosque, the Olympic Stadium, and Gavrilo Princip Museum. Then, continue your trip through the mountains and along the gorge of the Neretva River to Mostar. Here, view the remains of the Turkish quarter and the reconstruction efforts on the 16th-century stone bridge. Finally, travel to Dubrovnik, with its picturesque setting on the stunning Adriatic coast. (B,D)
Day 5: In Dubrovnik
A walking tour shows you the highlights of Old Dubrovnik. See the Rector’s Palace, Bell Tower Clock, Orlando’s Column and Sponza Palace. Then it’s on to see the Dominican Monastery and Franciscan Monastery with its Pharmacy, one of the oldest in the world. The rest of the day is at leisure to explore on your own, shop, stroll along the water’s edge, or simply relax and delight in your superbly scenic surroundings. (B)
Day 6: In Dubrovnik, excursion to Montenegro
Travel to the Republic of Montenegro. Head to the mouth of the beautiful Bay of Kotor, the longest and deepest fjord in Southern Europe. Enjoy a boat ride to Our Lady of the Rocks, one of two islets off the coast of Perast. The Roman Catholic Church is the largest building on the islet, with a museum attached to it. Upon return to the coast, we will stop in Perast, an old charming coastal town. Visit city of Kotor before returning to Dubrovnik. Your evening is free to enjoy your way. (B)
Day 7: Dubrovnik to Split
Travel north along the spectacular Adriatic coast, past old fishing villages and new resorts, to Split. Enjoy a city tour featuring the historic inner city, built around the Roman Emperor Diocletian’s Palace, a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage site. Then see the remnants of Split’s Roman heritage, its Renaissance and Gothic structures, Jupiter’s Temple, the Peristyle, and the Cathedral. (B,D)
Day 8: Split to Trogir and Plitvice Lakes
After breakfast, head to Trogir, a center of artistic activities in Croatia. Scholars from around the world gather here to study and paint. Then, turn inland and journey to Plitvice Lakes National Park. (B,D)
Day 9: In Plitvice Lakes
A full day to enjoy spectacular Plitvice Lakes National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Have your camera ready as you take a walking tour around several of the lower lakes. Enjoy the breathtaking scenery of this natural wonder with 16 terraced lakes surrounded by thickly wooded mountains and lush vegetation. (B,D)
Day 10: Plitvice to Opatija, Postojna & Bled
Returning to the coast, stop at the beautiful bay of Kvarner and its popular resort, Opatija. An orientation tour of Opatija will show off the highlights of this former Imperial resort city. Afterward, drive across the border into Slovenia and to Postojna Cave, one of the largest caves in Europe. Tour this fantastic subterranean world by miniature electric train. Afterward, continue to Bled, beautifully set in the Julian Alps. (B,D)
Day 11: In Bled, Ljubljana Excursion
An Alpine lake surrounded by high peaks, Bled was “discovered” by travelers in the middle of the 19th century.
A sightseeing tour features the charming town and the lakeshore, and visits imposing Bled Castle, perched on a cliff high above the lake. Afternoon excursion to Ljubljana; the city tour takes in views of the open-air Central Market, Baroque Town Hall, Robba’s Fountain, the Three Bridges, and the Parliament. Return to Bled for an overnight. (B)
Day 12: Bled, to Trieste & Venice
Leaving Bled, drive south to Trieste in Italy for orientation tour and visit to Miramare Castle and its lovely park. The castle was built by the Habsburg monarchy on a cliff overlooking Adriatic Sea. After your visit, continue on to the romantic city of Venice. (B)
Day 13: In Venice
Today begins with a walking tour of Venice, featuring the major highlights: St. Mark’s Square, St. Mark’s Basilica,
the Doge’s Palace, Bell Tower, and Bridge of Sighs. Visit a glassblowing factory where you will watch a master artisan demonstrate this traditional Venetian art. Your afternoon is at leisure to enjoy Venice at your own pace, shop or take an optional gondola ride. Celebrate your wonderful vacation tonight with a Farewell Dinner at a favourite restaurant. (B,D)
Day 14: Depart Venice
After breakfast you will be transferred to Venice airport for your flight home. (B)
INCLUDED FEATURES
– First class hotels, rooms with private facilities
– Breakfast daily and 8 dinners
– Arrival and departure transfers
– Touring by modern air-conditioned motor coach
– Professional English speaking tour director
– Luggage handling
– Headsets provided for included sightseeing tours
Dubrovnik to Venice
– 11 days/10 nights
Day 1: Arrive Dubrovnik
You will be met and transferred to your hotel. The day is at leisure to begin exploring or perhaps stroll along the water’s edge. Later, gather for a Welcome Dinner. (D)
Day 2: In Dubrovnik
A walking tour shows you the highlights of Old Dubrovnik. You’ll see the Rector’s Palace, Bell Tower Clock, Orlando’s Column, Sponza Palace, the Dominican Monastery, and Franciscan Monastery with its Pharmacy, one of the oldest in the world. The rest of the day is free to discover more of the city on your own, browse through the shops, or relax and enjoy your superbly scenic surroundings. (B)
Day 3: In Dubrovnik, excursion to Montenegro
Travel to the Republic of Montenegro. Head to the mouth of the beautiful Bay of Kotor, the longest and deepest fjord in Southern Europe. Enjoy a boat ride to Our Lady of the Rocks, one of two islets off the coast of Perast. The Roman Catholic Church is the largest building on the islet, with a museum attached to it. Upon return to the coast, we will stop in Perast, an old charming coastal town. Visit city of Kotor before returning to Dubrovnik. Your evening is free to enjoy your way. (B)
Day 4: Dubrovnik to Split
Travel north along the spectacular Adriatic coast, past old fishing villages and new resorts, to Split. Enjoy a city tour featuring the historic inner city, built around the Roman Emperor Diocletian’s Palace, a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage site. Then see the remnants of Split’s Roman heritage, its Renaissance and Gothic structures, Jupiter’s Temple, the Peristyle, and the Cathedral. (B,D)
Day 5: Split to Trogir and Plitvice Lakes
After breakfast, head to Trogir, a center of artistic activities in Croatia. Scholars from around the world gather here to study and paint. Then, turn inland and journey to Plitvice Lakes National Park. (B,D)
Day 6: In Plitvice Lakes
A full day to enjoy spectacular Plitvice Lakes National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Have your camera ready as you take a walking tour around several of the lower lakes. Enjoy the breathtaking scenery of this natural wonder with 16 terraced lakes surrounded by thickly wooded mountains and lush vegetation. (B,D)
Day 7: Plitvice to Opatija, Postojna & Bled
Returning to the coast, stop at the beautiful bay of Kvarner and its popular resort, Opatija. An orientation tour of Opatija will show off the highlights of this former Imperial resort city. Afterward, drive across the border into Slovenia and to Postojna Cave, one of the largest caves in Europe. Tour this fantastic subterranean world by miniature electric train. Afterward, continue to Bled, beautifully set in the Julian Alps. (B,D)
Day 8: In Bled, Ljubljana Excursion
An Alpine lake surrounded by high peaks, Bled was “discovered” by travelers in the middle of the 19th century.
A sightseeing tour features the charming town and the lakeshore, and visits imposing Bled Castle, perched on a
cliff high above the lake. Afternoon excursion to Ljubljana; the city tour takes in views of the open-air Central Market, Baroque Town Hall, Robba’s Fountain, the Three Bridges, and the Parliament. Return to Bled for an overnight. (B)
Day 9: Bled, to Trieste & Venice
Drive south to Italy and Trieste for orientation tour including a visit to Miramare Castle and its lovely park. The castle, built by the Habsburg monarchy, sits on a cliff overlooking Adriatic Sea. After your visit, continue on to the romantic city of Venice. (B)
Day 10: In Venice
Today begins with a walking tour of Venice, featuring the major highlights: St. Mark’s Square, St. Mark’s Basilica,
the Doge’s Palace, Bell Tower, and Bridge of Sighs. Visit a glassblowing factory where you will watch a master artisan demonstrate this traditional Venetian art. Your afternoon is at leisure to enjoy Venice at your own pace, shop or take an optional gondola ride. Celebrate your wonderful vacation tonight with a Farewell Dinner at a favorite restaurant. (B,D)
Day 11: Depart Venice
After breakfast you will be transferred to Venice airport for your flight home. (B)
INCLUDED FEATURES
– First class hotels, rooms with private facilities
– Breakfast daily and 6 dinners
– Arrival and departure transfers
– Touring by modern air-conditioned motor coach
– Professional English speaking tour director
– Luggage handling
– Headsets provided for included sightseeing tours