Slovakia Tours Best of Slovakia Tour 2023

We welcome you in Bratislava, – the beauty on the Danube river.
Firstly, we’ll drive to Devin castle, a mighty fortress standing on a cliff at the confluence of Danube and Morava rivers. We admire the stunning views of Austria from the top of the castle, get the comprehensive information about “Iron curtain” – the former border between the West and the East. We continue with Slavin War memorial and Bratislava castle visit (outside).
We show you our lovely Old town, with our private Quality Sightseeing Walking Tour immerse into the history, architecture, music and present-day city life. Walk on the 18th century prominent Hviezdoslav Square with its impressive building of the Slovak National Theatre, admire gothic St. Martin’s Cathedral, once a coronation venue for 18 Habsburg’s rulers, walk through the St. Michael’s Gate, Look around the Main Square with its historical Town Hall complex and Maximillian fountain,  the most beautiful Primate’s palace, former winter residence of the archbishops, discover hidden courtyards, numerous statues and fountains. Time for taking photos, having a coffee and cake break. 

Overnight in Bratislava at the Hotel Arcadia**** or alternative

We’ll drive to Banska Stiavnica, a UNESCO World Heritage sight and one of the most beautiful Slovak towns located up in the Stiavnicke hills. We stroll around the spectacular heart of the Old town, – the Holy Trinity Square surrounded by renaissance houses, visit Old Castle, New Castle, admire gothic St. Catherine church. We’ll talk about the rich mining history and extracting of gold, silver and copper. Lunch in Monarchia restaurant (traditional Slovak meals) or ERB restaurant (microbrewery and delicacies), walk up the Calvary Hill, – the baroque complex of religious objects. Enjoy the magnificent views. We continue towards High Tatras, a short stop in Hronsek to visit a unique articular wooden church (UNESCO), then, a stop in  Vlkolinec, another UNESCO sight, a mountain village full of colorful houses. We continue to High Tatra mountains. Dinner at Koliba traditional Slovak restaurant and time to try the most famous dish Bryndzové halušky, – potato dumplings with melted sheep cheese and bacon.  

Overnight in the High Tatras at the Villa Polar*** or alternative

A wonderful day in the mountains is ahead of us. We’ll walk to the Cold-water waterfalls, it is an easy trail in the heart of the mountains. (from Stary Smokovec town). We introduce you the history of the oldest national park, its fauna and flora.  We’ll move to Tatranska Lomnica town and take a cable car to Skalnate Pleso, to enjoy stunning views of the top peaks and valley. Short walk around the mountain lake and taking photos.

*)It is possible to take a cable car to the top of Lomnicky peak (2634mASL), the second highest peak of the Tatra mountains, however, a booking in advance is essential.

Overnight in the High Tatras at the Villa Polar*** or alternative

We’ll drive to see the Spiss castle (UNESCO), – one of the largest Central European castle ruins is a must-see in Spiss region. We walk up through the castle courtyards up to the palaces and give you a history overview of this 800 years old castle. We continue to Levoca town (UNESCO), a medieval jewel with precious buildings and St. James church with its tallest wooden-wing, gothic altar of the world. Know more about the famous wood carver Master Paul of Levoca. Lunch break in Terchova village, traditional village in Mala Fatra national park. Comfortable drive to Bratislava via the northern way, along the meandering river Vah, Slovak longest river. Relaxing evening in Bratislava.

Overnight in Bratislava at the Hotel Arcadia****

Your memorable holiday comes to an end today. We are ready to arrange for you an airport transfer – comfortable door-to-door service for discounted rates.

Would you like to see neighboring capitals – Vienna, Budapest or Prague? We can provide you private guided trips to these cities. Please, let us know.