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Welcome to Slovenia

An earthly paradise of snow-capped peaks, turquoise-green rivers and Venetian-style coastline, Slovenia enriches its natural treasures with harmonious architecture, charming rustic culture and sophisticated cuisine.

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Day tours

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Lake Bled, Postojna Cave, Predjama Castle Tour from Ljubljana

Starting at$159

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Postojna Caves and Predjama Castle Tour from Ljubljana

Starting at$88

Day Trips & Excursions

Ljubljana and Lake Bled Full Day Excursion from Zagreb

Starting at$172

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From Ljubljana to Lake Bled and Bled Castle Half-Day Tour

Starting at$79

Day Trips & Excursions

From Ljubljana, Slovenian Coast and Karst Small-Group Day Trip

Starting at$69

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Bled and Bohinj Valley Tour from Ljubljana

Starting at$74

Food, Wine & Nightlife

Ljubljana 4-Hour Food and Wine Walking Tour with Guide

Starting at$58

Tours & Sightseeing

Ljubljana Walking Tour with Ljubljana Castle Funicular Ride

Starting at$26

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Kid Friendly
Lake Bled, Postojna Cave, Predjama Castle Tour from Ljubljana
Starting at$159
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Kid Friendly
Postojna Caves and Predjama Castle Tour from Ljubljana
Starting at$88
Book Now
Day Trips & Excursions
Ljubljana and Lake Bled Full Day Excursion from Zagreb
Starting at$172
Book Now
Kid Friendly
From Ljubljana to Lake Bled and Bled Castle Half-Day Tour
Starting at$79
Book Now
Day Trips & Excursions
From Ljubljana, Slovenian Coast and Karst Small-Group Day Trip
Starting at$69
Book Now
Kid Friendly
Bled and Bohinj Valley Tour from Ljubljana
Starting at$74
Book Now
Food, Wine & Nightlife
Ljubljana 4-Hour Food and Wine Walking Tour with Guide
Starting at$58
Book Now
Tours & Sightseeing
Ljubljana Walking Tour with Ljubljana Castle Funicular Ride
Starting at$26
Book Now

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Berlin to Venice

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Berlin to Rome

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Dubrovnik to Rome

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Europe Explorer

Starting at$7,505

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Dubrovnik to Venice

Starting at$1,660

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Budapest to Rome

Starting at$4,615

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Madrid to Rome

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Budapest to Venice

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Dubrovnik to Rome
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Dubrovnik to Venice
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Budapest to Rome
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Madrid to Rome
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Budapest to Venice
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When to go to Slovenia

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Recent articles

This new hiking route follows a WWI front line

A turquoise river flows fast in a rocky valley. There's a pathway high up on the rocks.

Cycle through Italy, Slovenia, and Croatia on the historic Parenzana Trail

A cyclist stops on a dirt track of the Parenzana trail to glance at a former train station and siding that has been converted into a chic cafe. In the foreground is a sign indicating the track is the Parenzana trail for cyclists and trekkers

Kurentovanje: the wildest Mardi Gras celebration you've never heard of

A procession of adults in large furry costumes with masks and headdresses makes its way down a cobbled street. A child wearing the furry costume and a red bandana walks between them

Winter sports in Slovenia's Julian Alps

A vast snowy mountainous landscape with a ski lift in the distance

Where to travel based on your Harry Potter character

A signpost to Hogwarts

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Slovenia activities

$159Kid Friendly

Lake Bled, Postojna Cave, Predjama Castle Tour from Ljubljana

Discover three of...

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$88Kid Friendly

Postojna Caves and Predjama Castle Tour from Ljubljana

On this day we take you to the...

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$172Day Trips & Excursions

Ljubljana and Lake Bled Full Day Excursion from Zagreb

Discover the biggest gems of...

Day Trips & Excursions

$79Kid Friendly

From Ljubljana to Lake Bled and Bled Castle Half-Day Tour

Be enchanted by the fairy-tale...

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$69Day Trips & Excursions

From Ljubljana, Slovenian Coast and Karst Small-Group Day Trip

Discover the Slovenian...

Day Trips & Excursions

$74Kid Friendly

Bled and Bohinj Valley Tour from Ljubljana

Bled is often mentioned as the pearl of the Alpine...

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