Jewels of Slovenia

Be met on arrival in Slovenia's capital, Ljubljana, and transfer to your hotel. Tonight, get to know your fellow guests and Tour Director at a welcome dinner.

Embark on a guided discovery of Ljubljana. Enjoy the scenery as you capture views of the entire city from Ljubljana Castle's lookout tower. You will also delight in a wine tasting, where you will sample fine Slovenian varieties. The evening is yours at leisure.

Farewell Ljubljana as you make your way to the Logar Valley. Here, you'll be astounded by the stunning scenery of rolling emerald slopes, snow-dusted mountains and pristine lakes. This rarely visited region is tucked away and offers a harmonious blend of peace and nature. Tonight, enjoy dinner accompanied by local entertainers.

Today, take a walk with a local guide through Logarska Dolina Nature Park, where you will learn more about the region and the local fauna and flora. Later, visit the Rinka Centre and dive into the Earth's ancient history at the 'Exploring the Past: A Journey Through Fossils' exhibition. Discover rare specimens and interactive displays showcasing the wonders of palaeontology, butterflies and gardens.

In Slovenia's Alps, the villages of Bohinj and Vogel offer incredible vistas and evergreen slopes. Take a cable car ride from Bohinj to Vogel, located 1,534 metres above sea level. Here, you'll be met with stunning views of Lake Bohinj and the surrounding Julian Alps. Continue to Lake Bled and arrive at your hotel, which overlooks the idyllic shores of Lake Bled.

Board a traditional Pletna boat and enjoy a cruise to Bled Island, situated in the middle of picturesque Lake Bled. Afterwards, tour Bled Castle, whose origins date back to 1004. Then, continue to your hotel in Portoroz.

Explore the World Heritage-listed Skocjan Caves, the largest known underground canyon in the world. Afterwards, visit a stud farm famous for breeding Lipizzan horses. This is the original farm responsible for perpetuating this breed, which are provided to the Spanish Riding School in Vienna.