Overview
From alpine peaks to villages of Venetian Gothic architecture along the Adriatic shore, Slovenia is gorgeous—and still relatively undiscovered by travelers, which makes it the perfect realm for a WT adventure. We enjoy a fantastic mix of hiking, history, and culture on our journey from the snow-capped Julian Alps down to medieval Piran nestled by the sea. Slovenia’s delicious cuisine, with both Italian and Austrian influences, will delight us, and we’ll dine one night at the family-run Hiša Franko in Kobarid—the acclaimed chef, Ana Roš, was named the “World’s Best Female Chef.”
The lodging was ideal, and it was wonderful having the meals included, especially the breakfast spreads at each of the hotels. The treats during hikes were not expected but were much appreciated, and they were timed perfectly!
— Amber K., North Olmsted, OH
Itinerary at a Glance
Days 1-4
Ljubljana / Ptuj / Logarska Dolina
Ljubljana, we head to the town of Ptuj for a vineyard hike, lunch at an organic farm, and a private wine tasting. We’ll visit Ptuj’s hilltop castle, then head out for a hike in Logarska Dolina, a magnificent glacial valley flanked by limestone peaks.
Days 5-6
Radovljica / Lake Bled / Mostnica Gorge
We explore the Renaissance-era town of Radovljica, taste honey at its unique museum of beekeeping, and hike along the Radovna River. A gondola ride brings us across alpine Lake Bled to the tiny island at its center, crowned by a 17th century church. Near Lake Bohinj, our trail leads through a deep gorge along the tumbling green Mostnica River.
Days 7-8
Mt. Krn / Drežnica / Kobarid / Hiša Franko
Views of the Julian Alps are superb on our hike below the North Triglav Wall, and our trail in the remote Soca Valley traces below snow-capped Mt. Krn (7,300'). In Kobarid, where Hemingway set his novel A Farewell to Arms, we’ll enjoy a memorable dinner at Hiša Franko, with locally sourced seasonal ingredients and perfectly paired Slovenian wines.
Days 9-12
Piran
In Slovenia’s karst landscape, we walk through the Škocjan Caves, a World Heritage Site, then head to Piran, a coastal hub of the Venetian Republic. We boat to Piran Bay’s wetland reserve and visit the historic salt flats at Sečovlje. Depart on Day 12 via Ljubljana.
Hiking in Slovenia
