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Croatia & Slovenia Adventure – 2027

Travellers' Choice Award 2025

At a Glance

Group size

Minimum of 6 guests and a maximum of 12 guests

Transportation

Private van, Taxis and Buses.

Accommodation

3-4 star hotels with breakfast. Single room supplement $350.

Tour type

Easy - Moderate

Tour Starts

9 AM - Trieste, Italy

Tour Ends

10 AM - Gorizia railway station

What to Expect

Embark on an extraordinary journey through the captivating landscapes of northern Croatia and Slovenia on our meticulously curated walking adventure.  With over 12 years of expertise in showcasing the very best of these two enchanting countries, we offer a personalized experience designed to captivate your senses and ignite your spirit.  Join us on a journey of discovery and wonder through the heart of Croatia & Slovenia.  We know when and how to avoid the crowds, keep driving to a minimum, and show you the lesser known places we have found after spending years exploring these countries.
You’ll stay in charming hotels that we have long term relationships with and we know our guests are happy with.  With our fun and experienced guides you’ll feel like you are traveling with a group of fun friends having a grand adventure versus being on a “tour” with a less intimate (and fun) group.  Let us take the stress away from figuring out where to go and what to do and just know you will be able to relax and have a great time and not worry about a thing.

Quick Info

What: Explore and enjoy our favourite “off-the-beaten-path” places in Croatia & Slovenia.

When: May 2027, 12 days & 11 nights.

Price: Starts $4,745 per person. Solo guests can get their own double room for $350 extra.

Group Size: A minimum of 6 guests. Contact us for smaller or larger groups.

Ages: 18+ on scheduled group tours, no age restrictions for private tours.

Start & Finish: Start in Trieste, Italy, an easy 3 hour train ride from Venice Marco Polo or Trieste airports.  Finish at the Gorizia railway station.

Included: Transportation, 11 nights in 3/4 star hotels with breakfast, and guided walks, hikes and exploring.

Not Included: Lunches, dinners, alcohol, hotel extras, transport to & from Trieste and travel insurance (highly recommended).

How to Book: Reserve your space and dates with a $750 per person deposit here.

Highlights

  • A guided walk through the UNESCO Skocjan Caves followed by truffle hunting.
  • Exploring ancient hill towns and bohemian coastal fishing villages with fabulous food.
  • A guided walking tour, an optional bike ride, or a walk on the Adriatic coast.
  • Exploring Plitvice National Waterfall & Lakes National Park through the back entrance.
  • Exploring the fascinating old town of Ljubljana, the capital of Slovenia, and its castle.
  • Hiking in the spectacular Julian Alps, followed by an afternoon/evening at Lake Bled.
  • Another hike in a gorge followed by a bike/walk or a canoe excursion at Lake Bohinj.
  • Up Vogel mountain by cable car for fantastic views over the Julian Alps and a hike.
  • Staying at a seventh-generation organic winery while enjoying the sunset by the pool.
  • Led by one of our expert guides.

Itinerary

Day 1: Depart Trieste and take a guided walk through a UNESCO cave, followed by truffle hunting. We’ll spend the night in a 3,000-year-old hill town with amazing views.

Day 2: Onto a fascinating bohemian fishing village where we’ll take a scenic walk along the Adriatic coast, with time to explore/shop/swim/relax and/or a sunset/dolphin cruise.

Day 3: Morning guided walking tour, and an afternoon walk, or mountain bike ride along the Adriatic coast with time to explore/shop/swim/relax and/or a sunset/dolphin cruise.

Day 4: Guided walking tour of Pula and its Roman Arena and a spectacular drive along the coast to the Croatian riviera where you will have time to explore/shop/swim/relax.

Day 5:  A walk along the famous Lungamare coastal walk then drive to Plitvica National Park and walk the lower falls. Stay in a unique luxury mountain lodge in a forest.

Day 6: Boat ride then walk the upper falls in Plitvice, then onto a special waterfall village for a picnic lunch, then onto Ljubljana to explore and stay in the old town area.

Day 7: Guided city tour of Ljubljana, followed by a walk through Vitgnar Gorge and a visit to Bled Castle.  Boat ride out to the famous chapel on an island. Stay in Lake Bled.

Day 8: Hike in the Julian Alps followed by lunch at a mountain hut, then a walk around Lake Bled and a boat ride out to the famous Chapel on an island.  Stay in Lake Bled.

Day 9: A hike along a gorge then onto spectacular Lake Bohinj where you will have time to explore/shop/swim/canoe/paddle board/bike and/or relax.  Stay Lake Bohinj.

Day 10: Cable car and hike on Vogel mountain, and an optional hike to a waterfall with time to explore/bike/swim/canoe/paddle board and/or relax.  Stay Lake Bohinj.

Day 11: Drive through the Julian Alps and a hike in Tolmin Gorge, then to a WW1 battle site and museum, then to a seventh-generation biodynamic winery where you will stay.

Day 12: Breakfast at the winery, then drop off at Gorizia railway station around 10AM where you can take a train back to Trieste (or to the Mestre/Venice railway stations.

Availability

FAQs

Please contact us with any further questions or concerns.

TOUR PRICE

$4,745

Cancel for free within 10 days of booking

Cancel for free within 10 days of booking

Most of our tours can be booked on any dates that are available for as many days as you like as a private and/or family trip. Contact us for our affordable private/family group rates and details.