3 days in Ptuj & Cerkvenjak Itinerary

A tour of Ptuj reveals an old town filled with new experiences.

Start off your visit on the 11th (Tue): make a trip to Lake Šmartno and then take in the spiritual surroundings of Zicka Kartuzija. On the 12th (Wed), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: take in the architecture and atmosphere at Basilika Mariahilf, steep yourself in history at Terme Ptuj, then examine the collection at Ptuj Castle (Ptujski Grad), and finally appreciate the history behind Orpheus Monument.

To see maps, photos, and other tourist information, you can read our Ptuj travel planner.

Cerkvenjak to Ptuj is an approximately half hour car ride. You can also take a bus. In October, plan for daily highs up to 19°C, and evening lows to 7°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 12th (Wed) early enough to drive to Cerkvenjak.

Located in northeastern Slovenia, Cerkvenjak appeals to travelers with its countryside charm.

Kick off your visit on the 13th (Thu): experience rural life at Farm Firbas and then contemplate the long history of Schiffsmuhle an der Mur.

To see where to stay, reviews, more things to do, and more tourist information, use the Cerkvenjak trip planner .

Cerkvenjak is just a stone's throw from Ptuj. In October, daytime highs in Cerkvenjak are 19°C, while nighttime lows are 7°C. On the 13th (Thu), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can travel back home.