Slovenia: Culture, Connection, & Adventure

ITINERARY HIGHLIGHTS BY REGION

Ljublijana • Velika Planina • Lake Bled & Lake Bohinj • Soca Valley • Piran & Adriatic Coast • Trieste, Italy

June 10-20, 2027

Early Bird Pricing Through October 31, 2026: $4,500 per person, based on double occupancy*

Regular Pricing (after 10/31/26): $4,895 per person, based on double occupancy*

*Single rooms available for an additional cost.

Deposit: $500 per person

Small Group Experience: 8 -12 People

LJUBLJANA (Days 1–2)

Food, culture, and the rhythms of everyday life

Begin our journey in Slovenia's welcoming capital as we explore its vibrant food, history, architecture, and café culture.

• Wander Ljubljana's Old Town and riverside neighborhoods

• Browse the Central Market

• Visit Ljubljana Castle

• Join a local guide for a food and culture experience

• Sample regional cuisine and Slovenian wines

• Meet local people who are passionate about sharing their country's traditions

• Morning yoga overlooking the city

VELIKA PLANINA (Day 3)

Shepherd traditions in the Slovenian Alps

Ride a cable car into the mountains to one of Europe's last traditional shepherd settlements and experience a way of life deeply connected to the alpine landscape.

• Explore the traditional shepherd village

• Learn how families have lived and worked on these mountain pastures for generations

• Sample locally produced cheeses

• Enjoy a picnic in the alpine meadows

• Learn about Slovenia's enduring relationship with its mountains and agricultural traditions

LAKE BLED & LAKE BOHINJ (Days 4-5)

Mountains, water, adventure, and tradition

Experience two of Slovenia's iconic alpine lakes while combining outdoor adventure with the stories and traditions of the people who live here.

• Cross Lake Bled in a traditional pletna boat

• Visit Bled Castle

• Explore Lake Bohinj and Triglav National Park

• Hike to waterfalls and scenic viewpoints

• Swim or paddleboard in crystal-clear alpine waters

• Spend time with local guides, artisans, and producers

SOČA VALLEY (Days 6-7)

Adventure, history, and local hospitality

Travel into Slovenia's spectacular emerald river valley for two days that blend outdoor adventure with food, farming, history, and community.

• Choose from whitewater rafting, kayaking, or hiking

• Visit family farms and local producers

• Enjoy farm-to-table meals

• Sample regional cheeses and other specialties

• Learn how generations of families have lived in relationship with this landscape

• Depending on local availability, meet artisans preserving traditional Slovenian crafts

PIRAN & THE ADRIATIC COAST | Day 8

A taste of Mediterranean Slovenia

Travel to Slovenia's Adriatic coast, where Venetian architecture, olive groves, seafood, and seaside traditions reveal another side of the country.

• Wander Piran's colorful streets and waterfront

• Enjoy fresh local seafood

• Learn about regional olive oil or winemaking traditions

• Swim in the Adriatic

• Experience the relaxed rhythm of Slovenia's Mediterranean coast

TRIESTE, ITALY | Days 9–10

Where Central Europe meets the Mediterranean

Cross the nearby border into Italy to explore Trieste, a historic port city shaped by Italian, Slovenian, Austrian, and Mediterranean influences.

• Explore Trieste's elegant piazzas and waterfront

• Visit historic cafés

• Tour Miramare Castle

• Discover the city's multicultural history

• Enjoy time to wander, shop, or relax

• Gather for a farewell dinner celebrating the friendships, conversations, and experiences we've shared

DAY 11 | DEPARTURE

After breakfast, airport transfers are included for departures from either Trieste or Ljubljana.

International airfare is not included. Travelers should wait to purchase flights until Acacia Tree Travels provides recommended arrival and departure information.