6 days in Slovenia Itinerary

Sitting astride the Ljubljanica River, Ljubljana is marked with picturesque bridges and a marketplace, designed by the famous architect Jože Plečnik.

Discover out-of-the-way places like Mala Osojnica and Planica Nordic Centre. Take a break from the city and head to Mariborsko Pohorje Ski Resort and Zgornjesavska Valley. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Ljubljana: Escape Room Enigmarium Maribor (in Maribor), Spas (in Podčetrtek) and Kranjska Gora (Zelenci Nature Reserve, Intersport Bernik, &more). There's still lots to do: admire the local landmark of Plečnik's Arcade & Fountain and indulge your thirst for a good beer at Union Experience.

To find reviews, traveler tips, photos, and other tourist information, refer to the Ljubljana road trip planning website.

Use the Route module to find travel options from your starting location to Ljubljana. In January, daytime highs in Ljubljana are 5°C, while nighttime lows are -3°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 14th (Tue) early enough to drive to Piran.

Considered one of the prettiest cities on the country's coast, Piran owes much of its development to salt.

Start off your visit on the 15th (Wed): enjoy the sand and surf at Strunjan Nature Reserve, then enjoy the sand and surf at Portorož Beach, then see some colorful creatures with a scuba or snorkeling tour, and finally make a trip to Walls of Piran. Here are some ideas for day two: ponder the design of Da Ponte Fountain, admire the striking features of Praetorian Palace, take in the architecture and atmosphere at Koper Cathedral and Bell Tower, make a trip to Piazza Tito, then make a trip to Port Piran, and finally get curious at Magical World of Shells Museum.

To find photos and tourist information, go to the Piran trip planner.

You can drive from Ljubljana to Piran in 1.5 hours. Other options are to take a bus; or do a combination of train and bus. Expect somewhat warmer temperatures when traveling from Ljubljana in January; daily highs in Piran reach 11°C and lows reach 1°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 16th (Thu) to allow enough time to drive back home.