10-Day Slovenia and Croatia Adventure with Soča Rafting and Istria

• Arrive at the airport in Ljubljana, Venice, Treviso, Trieste, Klagenfurt, Zagreb, or Graz, from where you will be transferred by us to the hotel if you need any assistance.

Overnight in a 3-Star hotel.

• Set off for Lake Bled, one of the most beautiful and famous places in Slovenia, followed by a traditional Pletna boat ride to Bled Island and its quaint church, where visitors can ring the 'wishing bell.'
• Continue up 130 meters to the 1,000-year-old Bled Castle for breathtaking vistas of the lake and its surroundings, as well as a museum, a chapel, and a wine cellar where you can get your own bottle of Slovenia's best wine.
• Keep moving forward to view the beautiful panorama of the Alps and Mt. Triglav, Slovenia's highest mountain and its national symbol.
• After lunch, take a winding drive through villages and woodlands to Bohinj, Slovenia's largest lake and the jewel of Triglav National Park.
• In the afternoon, hike to Sava Dolinka, one of the two sources of the Sava River, followed by a drive up the 'Road of a Thousand Views' and over Vršič Pass - Slovenia's highest pass at 1600 meters.
• End the day by descending into the rich wilderness of the Trenta Valley and arriving in the small town of Bovec, home to 1700 people, 2 Gothic churches, and one eminently quaint and walkable town centre.

• Take an exciting whitewater rafting trip on the emerald-blue Soča River. With professional guides and phenomenal scenery at every exhilarating turn, we guarantee you will have an unforgettable time.
• Enjoy the splendour and beauty of the Trenta Valley, known as the filming location of Disney's The Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian. You can also take an optional afternoon canyoning tour.
• Spend the evening enjoying the small-town vibe of this richly historical place.

• In the morning, we will take a beautiful drive up to our mountain hut, from where we will climb to the source spring of the magical Soča River. It is suggested that we stop by the visitor's centre for a more detailed look at the wonders of the Trenta Valley during our hike along the Soča here in Triglav National Park.
• In the afternoon, we will make our way along the curves and contours of Rombon and Kanin Mountains, covering 23 kilometres of gentle, mostly downhill trails as we return to Bovec.
• If you do not want to walk all the way back, you can also opt for an on-the-spot, customizable drive back to Bovec, subject to a modest fee.
• After returning, you can explore the side streets and the café culture of the warm and welcoming Bovec.

• Drive to the amazing Škocjan Caves, designated by UNESCO as both Cultural and Natural World Heritage treasures. Make sure to carry a jacket or sweater, as the temperature in these caves hovers at a constant 12°C/54°F in drier areas and drops as low as 0°C/32°F near the flowing river waters.
• Along the 3-kilometre underground path, you will see a world of stalagmites, stalactites, and some incredible karst formations in caverns that culminate in one of the world's largest known underground chambers, followed by a walk across a footbridge 47 meters above the mystical Reka River.
• After that, head to the world-famous Lipica Stud Farm to embark on a guided tour and learn about these famous, elegant, and lucky Lipizzaner horses.
• Spend a little time in the informative and interactive Lipikum Museum to round off your educational experience, and end the day on the beaches of Poreč along Croatia's renowned Istria Coast.

• Explore the narrow streets of the Old Town and see the mosaics and frescoes of the 6th-century Euphrasius Basilica before climbing the bell tower for a sweeping view of the beauty of Istria.
• You can also rent a bicycle and head for the Baredine Jama-Grotto for another underground experience, with olive groves and wineries along the way.
• Check out some local art at the Romanesque House, and enjoy a complimentary boat ride from the town promenade to the islet of Saint Nikolas.
• In the evening, you can explore Poreč or head to the Round Tower for a bit of drinking and dining.

• In the morning, take a panoramic cruise along the sun-soaked Istrian coast, then down to Plava Laguna and Zelena Laguna - the Blue and Green Lagoons, lined with evergreen forest and stretches of rocky, pebbly coastline flanking popular beaches.
• Continue to the town of Rovinj after a couple of hours of sightseeing. From there, we ply the Lim Canal and descend on Pirates Cave.
• After that, visit the beautiful town of Vrsar, the final destination of the day. You will get to see Old World architecture, numerous islets along the rugged, winding shoreline, and enjoy mountain biking through unspoiled nature, world-class diving, wines and dining, along with surprise delights around every corner.

• Today, you can either relax or explore Poreč. You can also take an optional day excursion and board a boat, gliding across the sparkling blue Adriatic all the way to St. Mark's Square in Venice. You'll have a one-hour professionally guided tour as well as the chance to explore the city on your own.
• You can cross the world-famous Rialto Bridge and take a romantic gondola ride through the maze of canals, where you'll see a postcard-perfect view at every turn.

• Around midday, we leave Poreč and Croatia and head to Slovenia's capital - the beloved, beautiful Ljubljana.
• Enjoy a relaxed two-hour guided tour of the best of Slovenia's capital, followed by a friendly, informal farewell dinner.

• Bid each other "Nasvidenje" before leaving for the airport.
• Let us know if you need a transfer to your airport - Ljubljana, Venice, Treviso, Trieste, Klagenfurt, Zagreb, or Graz - so that we can help you get on your way.