Slovenian Wine Experience
Vineyards, cities, countryside, and wine!
Wine and dine your way around Slovenia! This 7-night vacation allows you to savor wines around the country. Visit bustling cities like Ljubljana and Maribor, quieter spots like Goriska Brda and Smarjeske Toplice, and more! Take sightseeing tours, visit monuments and castles, and of course, enjoy several included wine tastings throughout the course of your trip!
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What's Included
- Round-trip economy class airfare to Ljubljana (LJU)
- Private round-trip airport transfers
- Visit to Apian Museum
- 1 night in Lake Bled at Rikli Balance Hotel, or similar
- Visit to Bled Castle with Plenta boat ride
- Visit to the WWI Museum
- 1 night in Goriska Brda at the Hotel Gredic, or similar
- Sightseeing in Gonjace and visit to Dobrovo Castle
- 1 night in Portoroz at the Kempinski Palace, or similar
- Sightseeing tour of Piran and Vina Koper wine cellar
- Lipica Stud Farm
- Wine tasting in Teran
- 2 nights in Maribor at Hotel City, or similar
- Sightseeing tour of Maribor & Vinag Wine Cellar with tasting
- Visit to Ptuj & Old Town Castle
- Visit to Rogaska Crystal Factory & Olimje Monastery
- 1 night in Smarjeske Toplice at Hotel Smarjeta, or similar
- 1 night in Ljubljana at the Grand Union Hotel, or similar
- Private walking tour of Ljubljana
- Private driver/guide throughout the itinerary
- Breakfast daily, 1 lunch & 6 dinners
- 7 wine tastings
Great Ways to Explore
Travel around Slovenia and its varied landscapes as you taste local wines and savor scrumptious cuisine!
Visit Bled Castle and take a Plenta boat ride!
Stroll through Dobrovo Castle!
Visit the Lipica Stud Farm to see the famous white horses!
Take a private walking tour of Ljubljana!
Your 7-night wine adventure begins with a flight into Ljubljana and a transfer to Lake Bled! Stop along the way to visit the Apian Museum. Visit Bled Castle and take a Plenta boat ride, and then tour the WWI Museum. Continue on to Goriska Brda, a serene setting amidst the vineyards. You'll go on a sightseeing tour in Gonjace and visit Dobrovo Castle! Stay overnight in Portoroz before taking a tour of the resort city of Piran, complete with a visit to Vina Koper wine cellar!
Then, head to Lipica Stud Farm to see the famous Lipica white horses, followed by a wine tasting in Teran! Spend a few nights in Maribor, situated along the Drava River. Take a sightseeing tour of the city and visit Vinag Wine Cellar for a tasting. Visit Ptuj, Old Town Castle, Rogaska Crystal Factory, and Olimje Monastery. Then, return to Ljubljana for the final night of your trip! Take a private walking tour of the city, and celebrate the end of a whirlwind trip!
Please note that some package inclusions may be restricted or unavailable at time of travel. We will substitute them with similar options of equivalent value, as available.
- Round-trip economy class airfare to Ljubljana (LJU)
- Private round-trip airport transfers
- Visit to Apian Museum
- 1 night in Lake Bled at Rikli Balance Hotel, or similar
- Visit to Bled Castle with Plenta boat ride
- Visit to the WWI Museum
- 1 night in Goriska Brda at the Hotel Gredic, or similar
- Sightseeing in Gonjace and visit to Dobrovo Castle
- 1 night in Portoroz at the Kempinski Palace, or similar
- Sightseeing tour of Piran and Vina Koper wine cellar
- Lipica Stud Farm
- Wine tasting in Teran
- 2 nights in Maribor at Hotel City, or similar
- Sightseeing tour of Maribor & Vinag Wine Cellar with tasting
- Visit to Ptuj & Old Town Castle
- Visit to Rogaska Crystal Factory & Olimje Monastery
- 1 night in Smarjeske Toplice at Hotel Smarjeta, or similar
- 1 night in Ljubljana at the Grand Union Hotel, or similar
- Private walking tour of Ljubljana
- Private driver/guide throughout the itinerary
- Breakfast daily, 1 lunch & 6 dinners
- 7 wine tastings
Travel around Slovenia and its varied landscapes as you taste local wines and savor scrumptious cuisine!
Visit Bled Castle and take a Plenta boat ride!
Stroll through Dobrovo Castle!
Visit the Lipica Stud Farm to see the famous white horses!
Take a private walking tour of Ljubljana!
Your 7-night wine adventure begins with a flight into Ljubljana and a transfer to Lake Bled! Stop along the way to visit the Apian Museum. Visit Bled Castle and take a Plenta boat ride, and then tour the WWI Museum. Continue on to Goriska Brda, a serene setting amidst the vineyards. You'll go on a sightseeing tour in Gonjace and visit Dobrovo Castle! Stay overnight in Portoroz before taking a tour of the resort city of Piran, complete with a visit to Vina Koper wine cellar!
Then, head to Lipica Stud Farm to see the famous Lipica white horses, followed by a wine tasting in Teran! Spend a few nights in Maribor, situated along the Drava River. Take a sightseeing tour of the city and visit Vinag Wine Cellar for a tasting. Visit Ptuj, Old Town Castle, Rogaska Crystal Factory, and Olimje Monastery. Then, return to Ljubljana for the final night of your trip! Take a private walking tour of the city, and celebrate the end of a whirlwind trip!
Please note that some package inclusions may be restricted or unavailable at time of travel. We will substitute them with similar options of equivalent value, as available.
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Day 1. Welcome to Ljubljana!
Upon arrival, you'll be transferred to your hotel in Lake Bled. Check in, freshen up, and take a stroll through the neighborhood! This evening, you'll be transferred to Radovljica to visit the Apian Museum! The museum takes a closer look at the tradition of beekeeping. You'll have the opportunity to observe a live beehive in action! Then, dine on a welcome dinner at a local restaurant.
Transfer to hotel
Check-in - Rikli Balance Hotel
Nestled in the heart of Bled, this contemporary hotel offers stunning views, comfortable rooms, onsite dining, and leisure facilities. Check-in with the friendly 24-hour reception team, then head up to your stylish room. Open the door to find free WiFi, crisp air conditioning, satellite TV, and much more. Many of the rooms even have a balcony!
Once you're all settled, unpack your swimsuit and make a splash in the beautiful pool. Pamper yourself at Ziva Wellness Center, then treat yourself to a delicious meal at the onsite Veranda Restaurant! With breathtaking views of Lake Bled, its castle, and the Julian Alps, this hotel mixes natural beauty with sleek design.
Day 2. Bled - Kobarid - Goriska Brda
Today, you'll visit Bled Castle and take the "Pletna" boat to the island in the middle of the lake. Continue on to Kransjka Gora and Kobarid to visit the First World War museum.
Tonight, travel to the Goriska Brda region for dinner and a wine tasting at a typical farm!
Check-in - Hotel Gredic
Hotel Gredic is a small boutique hotel int he Brda region. Rooms feature either mountain or vineyard views and are equipped with free WiFi and television. The hotel's restaurant is open daily for dinner. Vinothèque offers guests the opportunity to taste the local wines of the region right onsite! The hotel features a lounge with a fireplace and a seasonal outdoor pool.
Day 3. Goriska Brda - Portoroz
Your day starts with a tour of the hilly Goriska Brda region. Stop in Gonjače and climb up a tower for panoramic views of the Slovenian Tuscany hills. Then, visit Smartno village and Dobrovo Castle.
In the afternoon, visit the Goriska Brda wine cellar and sip local wines! Visit a local farm and dine on lunch. Arrive in Portoroz in the afternoon for your overnight.
Check-in - Kempinski Palace
Kempinski Palace offers luxurious accommodations and excellent service in Portoroz. Guest rooms are equipped with free WiFi, television, and desk. The hotel has multiple restaurants and bars for guests to choose from. The onsite spa offers a variety of services sure to relax even the most tense travelers. The hotel also features a pool and fitness center. Beautiful beaches are just a short distance away!
Day 4. Portoroz - Karst - Maribor
Today, take a sightseeing tour of Piran and Koper, where you'll visit the Vina Koper wine cellar! Sample the famous refosco wines here. Then, continue on to Lipica stud farm to see the Lipica white horses.
Enjoy another wine tasting at one of the best Teran wine producers near Dutovlje.
Arrive in Maribor and dine tonight in a local restaurant.
Check-in - Hotel City Maribor
Day 5. Maribor
Take a sightseeing tour of Maribor today, followed by a visit to Vinag wine cellar with a tasting!
Continue on to Ptuj and visit the castle in the Old Town. Then, you'll drive to Jeruzalem Hill for a delicious dinner with wine at a local "Gostilna."
Return to Maribor for the evening.
Maribor, Slovenia
Day 6. Maribor - Smarjeske Toplice
This morning, you'll drive through Bizeljsko vineyards to Novo Mesto. Visit the Rogaška crystal factory, followed by the Olimje monastery. Continue on to a local repnica, a wine and harvest cellar that is unique to the Bizeljsko region.
Then, dine tonight in a small cottage among the Trska gora vineyards with views of Novo Mesto and Gorjanci!
Check-in - Hotel Smarjeta
Hotel Smarjeta features a spa and wellness center. Guest rooms are equipped with free WiFi, television, and minibar. There are five swimming pools with thermal water within the hotel complex. Vitarium Spa & Clinique relaxation center offers a wide variety of services. The onsite restaurant offers breakfast and Mediterranean dishes, plus many local wines.
Day 7. Smarjeske Toplice - Ljubljana
Spend this morning at leisure, perhaps indulging in a spa treatment or a moment of relaxation!
Then, continue on to Ljubljana for a short city tour. Dine on your farewell dinner tonight at a local restaurant.
Check-in - Grand Hotel Union
The Grand Hotel Union was constructed in 1905 and is a 4-star art hotel located near Ljubljana's historical city center. Enjoy the clean, simple design and elegant decor of the guestroom while you relax after a day of sightseeing. Take advantage of the hotel's wellness area, which includes a pool and sauna, at the Grand Hotel Union's sister hotel next door.
Day 8. Depart Slovenia
Today, you will be transferred to the Ljubljana Airport for your flight home!