16 Day Tastes of Slovenia & Northern Italy - Tuesday Departure
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Tuesday, Mar 11, 2025 | Wednesday, Mar 26, 2025 | Get Quote | |||
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Tour Itinerary
DAY 1, Tuesday - Depart for Slovenia
Depart for Slovenia
DAY 2, Wednesday - Arrive in Ljubljana
Arrive in Ljubljana, the capital city of Slovenia, and transfer to your hotel. Spend the rest of the day at leisure. Your tour will begin with an orientation meeting with your Tour Manager at approximately 6 PM, followed by a reception. We recommend that you select flights which arrive no later than 4 PM
Overnight: Ljubljana
DAY 3, Thursday - Ljubljana Walking Tour
Begin the day with a tour of Ljubljana. Your knowledgeable guide will lead you on a sightseeing tour of the city, and its monuments. View the lively open-air market, Preseren Square, City Hall, Robba Fountain, the Three Bridges, and the Parliament. Spend the afternoon at leisure
Overnight: Ljubljana
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 4, Friday - Bled Castle and Lake Bled
Begin the day with a visit to the imposing 11th century Bled Castle, perched on a steep cliff high above the lake, creating a dramatic backdrop to the city. Stroll through the castle grounds, and visit the museum to gain insight into the history of the castle, and the surrounding area. Continue the day on Bled's lake aboard a pletna, a traditional rowing boat for a visit to Bled Island, and the Church of the Assumption, home to a wonderful art collection. Spend the afternoon at leisure to explore Bled independently before driving back to Ljubljana
Overnight: Ljubljana
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 5, Saturday - Full Day in Ljubljana, or Optional Full Day Maribor with Lunch
Today is free to explore Ljubljana on your own. Perhaps, join the optional Full Day Maribor City Tour with Lunch. Begin the scenic drive through Slovenia's countryside with its rolling hills, and vineyards, to the city of Maribor. On arrival, take a tour of the historic Old Town. View the Town Hall, the stunning Cathedral of St. John the Baptist, a Gothic masterpiece, and the medieval Maribor Castle, perched atop a hill overlooking the city. Following lunch at a local restaurant, there will be free time to explore the city on your own. Perhaps sample some of the local wines, and specialties such as Å¡truklji, and potica. Return to Ljubljana late afternoon. Tonight, choose the optional dinner at a popular country inn in the tiny medieval town of Radovljica, highlighted by a selection of traditional Slovenian dishes, and wine
Optional: Full Day Maribor City Tour with Lunch
Optional: Tour of Radovljica with dinner (PM)
Overnight: Ljubljana
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 6, Sunday - Postojna Caves
This morning, head south to Postojna Caves, a network of passages, galleries, and chambers. This is the largest, and most visited show cave in Europe. Travel aboard the specially designed cave train with electric lighting that allows you to observe the splendor of the underground world. You'll be dazzled by the stalactites, and stalagmites in a variety of shapes and colors. Afterward, visit the dramatic Predjama Castle, built within the mouth of a cave, directly into a towering limestone cliff. Explore the castle's interior to discover its stately rooms, chapel, and dungeon. Free time for lunch, before returning to Ljubljana
Overnight: Ljubljana
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 7, Monday - Full Day in Ljubljana, or Optional Full Day Tour to Trieste, Italy
Spend the day at leisure, or participate in the optional Full Day Tour to Trieste, Italy. Depart Ljubljana, and travel to Trieste, located on the shores of the Adriatic Sea. Arrive in Trieste, the capital city of Friuli Venezia-Giulia region of Italy, boasting a unique blend of Italian, Astro-Hungarian, and Slovenian cultures. Wander through the streets of the historic center, lined with elegant palaces, ornate churches, and lively piazzas. View the iconic Piazza Unità d'Italia, and the 19th century Miramare Castle, located on the Grignano promontory, overlooking the Gulf of Trieste. Spend time at leisure to discover the delights of Trieste, and have lunch in a traditional trattoria
Optional: Full Day Tour to Trieste, Italy
Overnight: Ljubljana
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 8, Tuesday - Full Day in Ljubljana, or Optional Slovenian Coast: Piran and Portoroz
On your last day at leisure in Slovenia choose the optional Full Day Slovenian Coast: Piran and Portoroz. Journey to Slovenia's beautiful Adriatic coast. Arrive in the town of Piran, known for its Venetian architecture. Begin your exploration at Tartini Square, named after the famous composer, and violinist Giuseppe Tartini. View the Cathedral of St. George, and walk along the historic city walls for breathtaking views of the Gulf of Trieste. Free time to enjoy a leisurely seafood lunch at one of the local restaurants. In the afternoon, continue to the resort town of Portoroz, renowned for its sandy beaches, and spas. Relax at the beach, soak up the sun, and swim in the crystal-clear waters of the Adriatic Sea, before heading back to Ljubljana. Tonight at dinner, bid farewell to your Slovenian Tour Manager
Optional: Full Day Slovenian Coast: Piran and Portoroz
Overnight: Ljubljana
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
DAY 9, Wednesday - Travel to Padua
After Breakfast, depart Ljubljana and travel to the city of Padua, dating back to the 12th century BC. Arrive and check into the hotel. Spend the rest of the day at leisure. This evening, join an orientation meeting with your Italian Tour Manager at approximately 6 PM, followed by a reception
Overnight: Padua
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 10, Thursday - Padua Walking Tour
This morning, take a walking tour of Padua and begin at the monumental square of Prato della Valle, one of the largest in Europe. Continue to view the Basilica of Saint Anthony, with its Romanesque and Byzantine architecture, a landmark of the city. Discover the Medieval city center, its lively squares including Piazza dei Signori with its clocktower and Piazza della Frutta e delle Erbe with their markets. See the Palazzo della Ragione, the 13th century Palazzo del Comune and Loggia del Consiglio. Walk through the narrow streets of the Jewish Ghetto, lined with ancient synagogues and traditional shops. Free time for lunch on your own. The rest of the day is at leisure
Overnight: Padua
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 11, Friday - Explore Verona
Depart Padua and travel west towards Verona, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the best examples of a fortified city. Verona is also known worldwide as the setting of Shakespeare's famous play Romeo and Juliet. On arrival, take a tour of Verona's historic center with its ancient Roman ruins, medieval palaces, and Renaissance architecture. Spend free time exploring on your own and discovering the culinary scene. Sample traditional dishes including risotto all'Amarone paired with regional wines. Later, return to Padua
Overnight: Padua
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 12, Saturday - Full Day in Padua or Optional Full Day Treviso & Prosecco
Today is free to explore Padua at your own pace. Perhaps, join the optional Full Day Treviso & Prosecco. Embark on a drive through scenic landscapes to Treviso, a lovely small city in northern Veneto. Walk the quaint streets that are cut across by pretty canals and view the striking Palazzo dei Trecento in Piazza dei Signori. Spend time on your own exploring before continuing to the area of Prosecco. Journey through the countryside, passing villas and medieval towns, to visit a local winery known for its Prosecco production. Gain insight into the winemaking process of this iconic sparkling wine. Conclude with sampling a selection of Prosecco wine in its land of origin. Arrive in Padua in the afternoon
Optional: Full Day Treviso & Prosecco
Overnight: Padua
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 13, Sunday - Travel by Train to Venice, Murano Island, Walking Tour of Venice
This morning, walk to the train station to board your train to Venice. The discovery of Venice begins with a boat ride to the island of Murano, known for its artistic and colorful glassware. Visit a local factory to witness the art of glassblowing. Afterward, continue to the main Venice Island and take a walking tour with your local guide through the maze of narrow alleyways and bridges before reaching St. Mark's Square. Upon arrival, stop to view its most prominent monuments, the pink marble Doge's Palace and golden Basilica of San Marco. The afternoon is yours to explore Venice at leisure, or to participate in the optional Gondola Ride, offering a different perspective of this unique city built on water. Return by train to Padua
Optional: Gondola Ride (PM)
Overnight: Padua
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 14, Monday - Full Day in Padua or Optional Bologna Tour and Food Tasting
Spend the day at leisure or choose the optional Excursion to Bologna and food tasting. Depart Padua and journey through the heart of Emilia-Romagna region to Bologna. On arrival, explore Bologna's oldest food market called "Quadrilatero." Walk through the most traditional food shops and learn about the history, culture, and architecture, that make Bologna medieval market so unique. During the tour, savor a variety of food specialties that have secured Bologna's reputation as being the foodie capital of Italy. View Piazza Maggiore with the Accursio Palace and the Neptune Fountain. Continue to St. Petronio Basilica, the Archiginnasio Palace with its frescoed walls, the Two Towers, and Santo Stefano Square. Free time to explore on your own. Head back to Padua in late afternoon
Optional: Bologna Tour and Food Tasting
Overnight: Padua
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 15, Tuesday - Villa Pisani & Brenta
Your day of exploration begins with a drive along the Brenta Riviera to the magnificent Villa Pisani, one of the most beautiful Palladian villas, located near the city of Stra. Visit the villa, a masterpiece of Venetian Baroque architecture and a testament to the wealth of the noble Pisani family. The villa is now a National Museum that houses 18th and 19th century works of art and furniture, including the fresco masterpiece of Giambattista Tiepolo on the ceiling of the ballroom. Tonight, bid farewell to your Tour Manager during dinner
Overnight: Padua
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
DAY 16, Wednesday - Depart Italy
Transfer to the airport in Venice for your departure flight
Meals: Breakfast
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Stay & Explore Package Includes
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Not Included:
Optional tours and gratuities.
Additional Information:
Land only price does not include arrival/departure transfers.
Your tour will begin with an orientation meeting with your Tour Manager at approximately 6 PM. We recommend you select flights that arrive no later than 4 PM.
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