Immerse Yourself in Slovenian Hospitality Private Premium Grand Tour of Slovenia
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Private Grand Tour of Slovenia
Slovenia world-famous for its gorgeous mountains – the most famous is the Triglav Mountain in NP Triglav, emerald green lakes, caves such as Skocjan Caves and Postojna Cave and winding rivers. And that’s exactly how Slovenia looks like as it is one of the greenest countries in Europe (more than 54% Slovenia’s surface are forests).
Number one activity is hiking and as number two it is cycling as Slovenia has excellent cycling trails for road and mountain cyclists. It is a perfect place for adventure seekers, nature lovers, hikers, bikers, photographers.
And sights? Lake Bled – the most famous lake with a little island and nearby mighty medieval castle standing high above the shore. Ljubljana is the largest city and the capital, but it is compact, colorful and lively. Coastal Piran is a magical town with its square, churches and defensive walls. And not to forget the vineyards and wine making, honey and beekeeping, Lipizzaner horses. Slovenia is the perfect destination for a healthy holiday.
Our top Guide-drivers are from our travel team. We have visited every region and have in-depth knowledge of Slovenian history, art, architecture, culture, communist Yugoslavia as well as present-day Slovenia. We offer high-end private tours (shorter, longer, even 18-20 day long) with focus on exceptional quality – of our guide-drivers, local tour guides, 4 and 5 star carefully chosen hotels as well as the transportation using our Mercedes Benz V class vans.
Come and enjoy Slovenia with us! Peter Blazicek, CEO and founder
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DAY 1
WELCOME TO LJUBLJANA
We will meet you at Ljubljana airport, drive you safely and comfortably to your hotel in Ljubljana, and assist with check-in. Your airport transfer is included, with mineral water available on board. Welcome drink, itinerary introduction and relaxing time.
Overnight in Ljubljana at the Hotel****
DAY 2
LJUBLJANA QUALITY SIGHTSEEING TOUR
Ljubljana, Slovenia’s incredibly beautiful capital, is a lively, green, clean and charming city, once named European Green Capital. We begin with a private walking tour led by our local expert guide, who will share the city’s history and show you its highlights. See the famous Triple Bridge, designed by the renowned architect Jože Plečnik, who shaped much of Ljubljana’s character, and the Dragon Bridge, guarded by the city’s legendary dragons. Continue to lively Prešeren Square with the striking pink Franciscan Church, and on to Ljubljana Cathedral. Why not pick up some fresh fruit at the Central Market, set in Plečnik’s elegant riverside colonnades? Then walk up to Ljubljana Castle, or ride the funicular, and enjoy sweeping views over the red rooftops of the city and, on a clear day, all the way to the Alps. Welcome dinner – trying tasty Slovenian specialties (included).
Overnight in Ljubljana at the Hotel****
DAY 3
ROGATEC – PTUJ – MARIBOR
We drive to Rogatec to visit Slovenia’s largest open-air museum. Its 15 relocated and reconstructed buildings show how farmers and craftsmen of the Styrian Obsotelje area lived in the 19th and early 20th centuries. We continue to Ptuj, a lovely small town on the Drava River and the oldest town in Slovenia, for a short walk around the old town. Did you know that Ptuj also has one of the oldest wine cellars in the country?
Our last stop is Maribor, where we stroll from the main square down to the riverside Lent district to see the world’s oldest vine, listed in the Guinness Book of Records.
Overnight in Maribor at the Hotel****
DAY 4
LOGAR VALLEY
Our journey today takes us to Celje Castle, the largest medieval castle in Slovenia. Perched on a hill above the town, it was once the seat of the Counts of Celje, the most powerful noble dynasty in Slovenian history, whose influence once reached far across Central Europe. We then drive to the Logar Valley, one of the most beautiful glacial valleys in the Alps, enclosed by towering limestone peaks. Enjoy an easy walk to the Rinka Waterfall, which tumbles some 90 meters down a rock face at the head of the valley.
Overnight in Logar valley at the Hotel****
DAY 5
LOGAR VALLEY – ROBANOV KOT – MATKOV KOT
We’ll discover more of the Solcava region as there are 3 valleys in total, the Logar valley, the Robanov Kot and Matkov Kot. We’ll go for a walking tour and enjoy typical traditional meals in Bukovnic – the highest-lying farm, where we try sirnek (ripened cottage cheese), masovnik (flour cooked in cream), sirnica (a soup made of sirnek) and other specialties.
Overnight in Logar valley at the Hotel****
DAY 6
KRANJSKA GORA
We‘ll continue to discover Triglav National Park and drive to Kranjska Gora. A stop to see and explore Lake Bled, often described as an image of paradise, surrounded by mountains and forests. We’ll take a boat ride to the island (and take lots of pictures), then, climb to the oldest castle in Slovenia and enjoy the tasty lunch near the lake. And yes, we’ll try the famous bled cream cake – Blejska Kremsnita. Continue to Kranjska Gora.
Overnight in Kranjska Gora at the Hotel****
DAY 7
KOBARID – TOLMIN – PIRAN
Drive through the Vrsic mountain pass, the highest mountain pass in Slovenia, to get the magical views, then descend to the Soca valley. We’ll stop at the Museum Kobarid (WW1 museum, to get more info about the Isonzo Front,- the scene of the largest mountain battle in human history ), then continue to Tolmin Gorges. Tolmin Gorges is a magnificent place. It is one of the entry points to the Triglav National Park. The easy walking tour takes around 1 hour to see the gorges, the Dante’s Cave, the Devil’s Bridge, the Bear’s Head. The water is crystal clear and it’s really the turquoise colour you see in the image.
Overnight in Goriska Brda at the Hotel
DAY 8
GORISKA BRDA – BETWEEN THE ALPS AND THE MEDITERRANEAN
Enjoy a peaceful morning in Goriška Brda, the gentle hill country often called the “Tuscany of Slovenia,” where rolling vineyards and olive groves stretch as far as the eye can see. We first drive to Šmartno, a tiny, beautifully preserved medieval village perched on a hilltop and still encircled by its old stone walls. On a short walking tour, wander through its narrow lanes and stone houses, with plenty of time to browse for local souvenirs. Relaxing afternoon.
In the evening, enjoy dinner paired with a tasting of Slovenia’s finest wines, including Rebula, the region’s signature white (included in the package).
Overnight in Goriska Brda at the Hotel
DAY 9
LIPICA FARM – PIRAN
Today we drive to the Lipica Stud Farm, one of the oldest stud farms in the world. Founded in 1580 by the Habsburgs, it is the original home of the elegant white Lipizzaner horses, famous for their grace and for performing at the Spanish Riding School in Vienna. On a guided tour (approx. 50 minutes), discover their fascinating story and meet these noble horses up close. Did you know that Lipizzaners are born dark and turn white only as they grow older? We then continue to Piran, the charming Venetian-style town on the Slovenian coast.
Overnight in Piran at the Hotel****
DAY 10
PIRAN – PORTOROSE – PIRAN
Piran – the old port town, is one of the most picturesque medieval towns in Slovenia. The coastal town Piran, developed under the influence of Venice, is considered to be one of the most photogenic towns on the Adriatic coast. We’ll do a city tour through the square to see the Municipal Hall, the gothic Benecanka house, walk through the narrow streets to reach the city walls (Gate of Raspor, Gate of Marciana and 7 towers), visit St. George Church (the views can be even better if you climb 146 steps to the top of the tower). Enjoy lunch on the famous Tartini square, in an elegant, Italian-style piazza at the heart of Piran (music composer Guiseppe Tartini was born in Piran). In the afternoon, let’s go to the neighboring Portorose town, only a 15min drive, walk on the promenade, enjoy a coffee and cake break. Drive back to Piran.
Overnight in Piran at the Hotel****
DAY 11
PIRAN – SKOCJAN CAVES – LJUBLJANA
Today we drive to the unique Škocjan Caves, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and home to one of the largest underground canyons in the world. On a guided tour, descend into a breathtaking underground world of giant stalactites and stalagmites, roaring waterfalls and a dramatic bridge suspended high above the Reka River. Another must-see awaits nearby: Predjama Castle, a fairy-tale fortress built into the mouth of a cave halfway up a sheer cliff. Explore it at your own pace with an audio guide, and discover the legend of the rebel knight Erazem, who held out here during a long siege.
After lunch, we drive on to Ljubljana, where the late afternoon is yours to relax. In the evening, we gather for an included farewell dinner in Ljubljana’s charming Old Town.
Overnight in Ljubljana at the Hotel****
DAY 12
DEPARTURE FROM LJUBLJANA
Your memorable holiday comes to an end today. We are ready to arrange for you an airport transfer, a comfortable door-to-door service for discounted rates.
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Our Private Premium Grand Tour of Slovenia will only be offered as a private guided tour. Please let us know your preferred travel dates and we will send you a detailed itinerary.
Group of 2 travelers: EUR 4950 per person
Group of 4 travelers: EUR 3450 per person
Group of 6 travelers: EUR 2850 per person
Price is per person sharing a double/twin room
Group 7+ will get a special discount.
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User Reviews & Comments
Sept 2026, Splendid Slovenia with Best Slovakia, Katharine B. / USA
This beautiful tour of Slovenia was our FOURTH private tour since 2019 with Best Slovakia Tours and their outstanding driver and guide, Martin. That says a lot about how highly we think of the excellent quality travel experience Peter & Jane provide their clients. They know we prefer small, locally owned hotels, inns, and guest houses and they book superb examples everywhere we overnight. Martin always has suggestions of great local restaurants we can try. Our farmhouse stay in the magnificent Logar Valley amidst the Alps was pure joy. Maribor was a delightful surprise city to us and Lubljana is surely one of the most attractive and interesting small cities in the world. Our boutique hotel there was perfect for comfort, service, and location. The overnight at the winery farmhouse was such fun we wished we could have stayed longer. The excursion to the seaport city of Trieste, Italy, was a delight and meaningful to the Italian speaker in our family group. My husband and I have been to Europe more than 20 times--on our own, leading small group tours to Germany, Austria, and Ireland, being in a large group bus tour, and the 4 private driving tours with Best Slovakia Tours. We have found those 4 tours to Slovakia, Chechia, Poland, and now Slovenia, to be the perfect carefree way to travel. Peter, Jane & Martin have an A+. 5-star rating from us.
10/29/2026
Aug 2025, Two week family private Slovenia Tour, Gary M. / USA
We just returned from a two week private tour of Slovenia with Best Slovakia Tours. Peter, Jane and Martin are the best to work with! Our personal guide Martin was exceptional and took such great care of our family of nine people. Our itinerary was just as I had planned and Martin made sure we visited all the sites listed. The arranged hotels were all top notch and ranged from upscale hotels to a farm stay which the grandkids loved. Martin even took the time to look at my grandparents heritage in Slovenia and arrange for us to visit their village. Martin became one of our family during the two weeks we were together. I cannot say enough about the professionalism, care, communication and planning that Best Slovakia Tours provided our family. It was a trip of a lifetime! We will definitely use Best Slovakia Tours again! Thank you for sharing your expertise and creating so many family memories.❤️
10/29/2026