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9-Day Lakes, Forests and Mountains of Slovenia and Croatia

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Overview

During this 9-day trip to Slovenia and Croatia, you will explore untouched nature and enjoy adventure-fuelled activities. This trip is a real treat for active families and couples.

You will take a cable car to Vogel within the Triglav National Park, drive to the highest Slovenian mountain pass Vršič, admire the stunning creations of nature and the source of the Sava Dolinka river, and test your adrenaline skills at the white water rafting session on the Savinja river.

You will be accommodated in the Plitvice Lakes National Park, experience the homely atmosphere at the local family farms, taste delicious autochthonous products, ride natural trails through the spectacular Croatian landscape, and enjoy the breathtaking scenery around you during ziplining.
Outdoors & Nature
Sightseeing
Adventure
Culture & Arts

Itinerary

Day 1

Arrival to Bohinj Lake

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Arrival to Bohinj Lake

You will arrive in Slovenia and check-in at the centrally located 4-star hotel by the Bohinj Lake in the heart of the Julian Alps, where you can fill your lungs with fresh mountain air and admire superb sunsets over the mountains. You can use a wellness centre at the hotel or simply go for a pleasant walk around the lake area to soak in Bohinj's pristine natural environment and relax by its crystal clear waters.

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    Accommodation

    Hotel Jezero4 star

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    Activities

    Lake BohinjOptional Activity

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Ljubljana Airport to Lake BohinjOptional Activity

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    Destinations

    Municipality of Bohinj

    Ribčev Laz

Day 2

Half-Day Excursion to Bohinj and Triglav National Park

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Half-Day Excursion to Bohinj and Triglav National Park

In the morning, you will be taken on a half-day private excursion around Bohinj. There are several attractions that you will visit which definitely should not be missed, such as Savica waterfall (the third-most visited attraction in Slovenia), Vogel Ski Resort and Triglav National Park. Vogel cable car will take you to a height of more than 1,500 metres above sea level, offering breathtaking views in every season. Your guide will also take you for a cheese tasting at a local restaurant.

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    Accommodation

    Hotel Jezero4 star

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    Activities

    Half-Day Excursion to Bohinj

    Triglav National Park

    Savica Waterfall

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    Restaurants

    Cheese Tasting in Bohinj

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    Transportations

    Cable Car from Triglav National Park to Triglav National Park

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    Meals

    Breakfast and lunch

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    Destinations

    Ribčev Laz

    Stara Fužina

    Selo pri Bledu

    Municipality of Bohinj

Day 3

Full-Day Excursion to Alpine Kranjska Gora

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Full-Day Excursion to Alpine Kranjska Gora

Today you will embark on a full-day private excursion to Alpine Kranjska Gora. You will admire the views over the highest road mountain pass in Slovenia - Vršič, take a walk at Alpine Jasna Lake, admire nature reserve Zelenci, visit Planica Valley with its ski jumping tradition, and walk behind 52-metre Peričnik Waterfall, protected as a natural heritage site.

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    Accommodation

    Hotel Jezero4 star

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    Activities

    Full-Day Excursion to Alpine Kranjska Gora

    Vrsic Pass

    Zelenci Nature Reserve

    Peričnik Waterfall

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Ribčev Laz

    Kranjska Gora

    Trenta

    Podkoren

    Mojstrana

Day 4

Full-Day Excursion to the Logarska Valley

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Full-Day Excursion to the Logarska Valley

Today, you will head to one of the most beautiful valleys in Europe, the Logarska Valley. You will admire the sights, among others, Savinja River, the rock formation Igla, a giant juniper tree, and Rinka waterfall. You will have a typical Slovenian lunch enjoying local delights such as "žlinkrofi", lamb sour milk, buckwheat "žganci", home-made cheeses or other specialities. In the early afternoon, you will test your adrenaline skills at the white water rafting session.

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    Accommodation

    Hotel Jezero4 star

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    Activities

    Full-Day Excursion to the Logarska Valley

    Logarska Dolina

    Savinja River Rafting

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    Meals

    Breakfast and lunch

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    Destinations

    Ribčev Laz

    Logarska Dolina

    Trnovec

Day 5

Explore Plitvice Lakes National Park

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Explore Plitvice Lakes National Park

After breakfast and check out of your hotel, you'll head off to the unique and world-renowned Plitvice Lakes National Park. One of Croatia's eight listed UNESCO World Heritage Sites, Plitvice Lakes National Park is also Croatia's most famous national park. The Plitvice Lakes National Park is best known for its 16 small lakes which are joined by waterfalls. Your hotel is located within Plitvice Lakes National Park so no need to rush anywhere!

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    Accommodation

    Fenomen Plitvice

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    Activities

    Plitvice Lakes National Park

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Hotel Villa Astra to Plitvice Lakes National ParkOptional Activity

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Ribčev Laz

    Plitvički Ljeskovac

    Plitvička Jezera

Day 6

Full-Day Excursion to Plitvice Lakes and Deer Valley Ranch

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Full-Day Excursion to Plitvice Lakes and Deer Valley Ranch

In the early morning, you will start a sightseeing tour of the park accompanied by the local guide.
A sightseeing walking tour includes a boat ride and allows you to experience first-hand the magical beauty of the lakes and waterfalls. In the afternoon, you will visit the Deer Valley ranch. You will have the opportunity for a close encounter with the animals and the possibility of feeding them with the food provided by the ranchers. You will also try delicious local products.

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    Accommodation

    Fenomen Plitvice

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    Activities

    Plitvice Lakes National Park

    Deer Valley Ranch

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Plitvička Jezera

    Plitvički Ljeskovac

    Drežnik Grad

Day 7

Janja Gora, Ceramics Workshop and Horseback Riding

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Janja Gora, Ceramics Workshop and Horseback Riding

In the morning, you will be picked up at the hotel and your driver will take you to Janja Gora. You will take part in the workshop at the International Ceramics Atelier dedicated to ceramics, clay and traditional pottery. Lunch will be served at Old Shatterhand Restaurant, where you will sample Shatterburger, a delectable Lika burger. At Terra Ranch, lunch will be followed by an afternoon of horseback riding.

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    Accommodation

    Fenomen Plitvice

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    Activities

    Full-Day Excursion to Janja Gora

    International Ceramics Centre Atelier Janja Gora

    Ranch Terra

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    Meals

    Breakfast and lunch

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    Destinations

    Plitvička Jezera

    Janja Gora

    Irinovac

Day 8

Full-Day Excursion to Family Farm

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Full-Day Excursion to Family Farm

Today, you will visit Grabušić Village, a family ranch, where you will be welcomed by the host who will take you through the estate. You will see how the locals raise cows, sheep, and bees, and enjoy cheese, and honey tasting. After that, you will try zipline. The "Beware of the Bear" zipline will take you 80-metres above the ground where you can enjoy the view from the bird's-eye perspective. You will have lunch at the local family farm.

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    Accommodation

    Fenomen Plitvice

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    Activities

    Full-Day Tour to Family Farm

    Beware of the Bear Zip line

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    Meals

    Breakfast and lunch

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    Destinations

    Plitvička Jezera

    Grabušić

    Rudopolje

Day 9

Farewell Croatia

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Farewell Croatia

Today brings your Slovenia and Croatia adventure to an end. You will have time to pack and check out from the hotel. If you did not come by car, a transfer from the hotel to your departure point can be arranged.

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Plitvice Lakes National Park to Franjo Tuđman Airport ZagrebOptional Activity

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Plitvička Jezera

Included in Price

  • 8 nights accommodation
  • 18 activities
  • 8 breakfasts and 4 lunches
  • Entrance fees
  • Ground transportation
  • Licensed English speaking guides

Not Included in Price

  • Airport transfer
  • Alcohol beverages
  • Domestic flights
  • Entry visas / airport departure tax
  • Gratuities
  • International flights
  • Laundry
  • Personal expenses
  • Travel insurance
  • Trekking permits
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