Welcome to Slovenia. After transferring to your hotel, meet your Tour Director and fellow travellers for a Welcome Dinner.

Discover the heart of Ljubljana on a walking tour with a local guide. Ride the funicular to the hilltop Ljubljana Castle for panoramic views, explore its historic halls, then enjoy a free evening to soak up the city’s vibrant charm at your own pace.

Travel from Ljubljana to Lake Bled, stopping in Radovljica for an Insider Experience and lunch. Continue to Bled for a guided walk along the lakeshore, taking in the alpine scenery and iconic island church, before boarding a traditional pletna boat to the islet, where you’ll have free time to explore.

Insider Experience – Traditional Gingerbread-Making Workshop

Discover Slovenia’s sweet heritage in a hands-on lectar workshop, crafting beautifully decorated honeybread in the old-world style.

This morning, experience the serene beauty of Lake Bohinj before ascending by cable car to Mount Vogel in the Julian Alps for breathtaking alpine views. Enjoy lunch at a cosy mountain restaurant surrounded by Slovenia’s stunning scenery, then return to Bled to spend the remainder of the day at leisure.

Depart Bled this morning and travel south to visit the remarkable Postojna Cave, one of Slovenia’s most impressive natural wonders. After exploring the cave, enjoy free time to relax or have lunch before continuing your scenic drive into Croatia. Arrive in the charming coastal town of Rovinj in the late afternoon, settle into your hotel, and dine at a local restaurant this evening.

Today, enjoy two memorable Insider Experiences celebrating the flavours of Istria. This evening is at leisure to relax and explore the historic town of Pula.

Insider Experience – Truffle Hunting

Venture into the forests near Buzet for a truffle-hunting adventure, where expert handlers and their trained dogs demonstrate how these prized delicacies are found. Afterwards, savour a tasting showcasing the rich aromas and flavours of freshly unearthed truffles.

Insider Experience – Istrian Wine Tasting

Continue your culinary journey with a tasting at a local Istrian winery, sampling regional varietals while learning about the traditions and techniques behind the area’s celebrated wines.

Discover the rich history of Pula on a guided walking tour with a local expert, including entry to the iconic Pula Arena, a Roman amphitheatre built between 27 BC and AD 68 . Enjoy a free afternoon to explore at your own pace before savouring dinner at a traditional local restaurant.

Today, journey from Croatia's Pula to Slovenia's capital of Ljubljana. The rest of the day is yours to enjoy at leisure. Consider exploring the charming, walkable Old Town, abundance of trendy cafes and eateries, and spectacular historic castle.

Your journey through Slovenia and Croatia draws to its conclusion after breakfast this morning.