9 days in Slovenia Itinerary

Sitting astride the Ljubljanica River, Ljubljana is marked with picturesque bridges and a marketplace, designed by the famous architect Jože Plečnik.

Kids will enjoy ZOO Ljubljana and House of Experiments - Hisa eksperimentov. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Ljubljana: Postojna Cave (in Postojna) and Bled (Lake Bled, Vintgar Gorge, & more). There's lots more to do: find something for the whole family at Minicity Ljubljana, admire the striking features of Tollhouse (Mitnicarska hisa), contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Cathedral of St. Nicholas (Stolnica Sv. Nikolaja), and step into the grandiose world of Ljubljana Castle.

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Use the Route module to see travel options from your home to Ljubljana. In June, daytime highs in Ljubljana are 29°C, while nighttime lows are 14°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 17th (Wed) to allow enough time to travel to Velenje.

With its lakes and well-maintained grassy beaches, Velenje will satisfy every tourist eager to relax or take a swim during summer months.

Kick off your visit on the 18th (Thu): admire the local landmark of Green Gold Beer Fountain, Head underground at Hell Cave, then discover the riches below the earth's surface at The Coal Mining Museum of Slovenia, and finally stroll through Velenje beach.

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You can drive from Ljubljana to Velenje in 1.5 hours. In June, daily temperatures in Velenje can reach 30°C, while at night they dip to 15°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 18th (Thu) to allow enough time to travel to Bohinjsko Jezero.

The mirror-like waters of the largest glacial lake in Slovenia make Bohinjsko Jezero one of the most popular tourist attractions in the country.

On the 19th (Fri), find something for the whole family at Golden Horn Fairyland, explore the activities along Lake Bohinj, then tour the pleasant surroundings at Vogel Ski Center, and finally take in the architecture and atmosphere at Church of St John the Baptist.

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Getting from Velenje to Bohinjsko Jezero by car takes about 2.5 hours. While traveling from Velenje, expect little chillier days and about the same nights in Bohinjsko Jezero, ranging from highs of 26°C to lows of 13°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 19th (Fri) so you can travel to Strunjan.

Strunjan provides easy access to the nearby nature reserve, the longest section of unspoiled coastline in the Gulf of Trieste.

On the 20th (Sat), explore the fascinating underground world of Skocjan Caves, take in the spiritual surroundings of Church of St. George, learn more about the world around you at Mediadom Pyrhani, then see the interesting displays at Magical World of Shells Museum, and finally stroll around Nature Park Strunjan. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: tour the pleasant surroundings at Portoroz Beach, then enjoy the sand and surf at Zusterna Beach, and then tour the pleasant surroundings at Svetilnik Beach.

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Drive from Bohinjsko Jezero to Strunjan in 2.5 hours. Plan for somewhat warmer temperatures traveling from Bohinjsko Jezero in June, with highs in Strunjan at 32°C and lows at 18°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 21st (Sun) to allow enough time to travel back home.