Top Ljubljana Outdoor Activities

Explore the Slovenian coast and spectacularly carved UNESCO listed Škocjan Caves all in one day on a day trip from Ljubljana. Visiting both these sites in one day can be difficult on your own, but with this tour you’ll travel straight to the Škocjan Caves, where you’ll tour the one of the largest and most mysterious underground river canyons in the world, before heading to the coast for a visit to the Socerb Castle and the Venetian-style city of Piran.

Explore the stunning natural wonders of Triglav National Park on a stress-free adventure from Ljubljana. Travel safely through rural roads and mountain passes, with a small group aboard air-conditioned transport. Discover sights like Peričnik Waterfall, Zelenci Nature Reserve, Lake Predil, and the picturesque Soča Valley. Don't forget your swimsuit for a refreshing dip in the crystal-clear emerald waters.

Experience the delightful culture of Ljubljana during a traditional supper and folk dance event. The capital of Slovenia is the country's epicenter of culture and it shows. Sit back and enjoy an expressive folk dance show original to the region. Indulge in customary foods, savor local wine and play traditional games. After filling up on Slovenian folklore, you will receive a memorable gift as you depart.

Nestled into the foothills of the Julian Alps, Lake Bled, with its emerald-green waters and fairytale island church, is one of the most gorgeous natural sites in Slovenia. Bled is easily visited on a day trip from Ljubljana and with this tour you’ll enjoy pick-up from your Ljubljana hotel and be delivered directly to the shores of Lake Bled where you’ll enjoy a stroll around the lake, take a boat ride to the Bled Island or tour the dramatic, cliffside Bled Castle.

Taste your way through Slovenia’s savory capital on this small-group food tour through Ljubljana. Taste nine national specialties as you explore the city on foot with your expert guide. No traditional meal would be complete without trying some Slovenian wine, so you try plenty of that as well. Between bites, learn about Ljubljana’s fascinating architectural and cultural history. Groups are no more than 15 people, to ensure a personalized experience.

Explore the fascinating network of subsurface caves during a guided tour of the Postojna Caves and Predjama Castle, leaving from Ljubljana. As you enter the two-million-year-old caves aboard a mini-train, learn about why this is one of Slovenia’s most popular attractions. Walk with your guide and witness bizarre stalactites, stalagmites, and other rock formations that make up the 13-mile-long (21 km) system of underground caves. Also venture to the enchanting Predjama Castle, a famous castle that still clings to Slovenia’s limestone cliffs.

Experience two of Slovenia’s most alluring destinations during an afternoon half-day, small-group tour departing from Ljubljana. Traverse the countryside to the Predjama Castle nestled under a natural cliff archway and learn of its legends as you explore the bizarre staircases and chambers. Next, journey to Postojna Cave, home of unusual yet immaculate stalactites and stalagmites. With your guide, voyage on a mini-train into its network of caves and caverns which makes up the largest karst cave in the country. This tour is limited to eight people to ensure a quality experience.

Taking a guided walking tour of Ljubljana is an excellent way to get to know the city especially if you’re short on time. You’ll pass by the most popular sights while learning about the city’s history, architecture, and culture from your guide. The tour concludes with a tour of the medieval Ljubljana castle where you can climb to the top of the castle tower and enjoy panoramic views of the city.

Visit the Slovenian coast’s gorgeous seaside villages of Portoroz and Piran on a day trip from Ljubljana. Take a break from the hustle of Slovenia’s capital city and enjoy lovely views of the Slovenian countryside as you make your way to the coast of the Adriatic Sea. You’ll enjoy a guided tour of Piran’s narrow medieval streets and stop off at the Port of Roses before returning to Ljubljana

Explore the highlights of Ljubljana on this comprehensive private tour. It’s the ideal pick for first-time visitors who want to see a mix of key landmarks as well as spots off the tourist trail. Instead of spending hours planning your own itinerary, benefit from the luxury of having a private guide to take you on a tour to places such as the Triple Bridge, Ljubljana Cathedral, and the Central Market.

Visit Slovenia’s iconic attractions during a small-group guided day trip, departing from central Ljubljana. Slovenia’s abundance of beauty is seen from capital to coast. On this voyage you will cruise to the karst region to admire the Škocjan Caves, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Then head to Lipica and observe the elegance of Slovenia’s Lipizzaner horses. Stop in the medieval coastal village, Piran, known for tasty local seafood specialties and stunning views of the Adriatic Sea. This tour is limited to eight people to ensure a personalized experience.

Checking out Slovenian wines by yourself while in Ljubljana is one thing; testing your knowledge and tasting skills with other wine-lovers quite another. This wine-tasting provides the latter: taking you to a 300-year-old wine bar to learn about seven top Slovenian wines in an relaxed and interactive experience. Savor the wines, uncover their history and characteristics, and enjoy tasting challenges and appetizers in an engaging and enriching atmosphere.

Explore Slovenia’s vast natural beauty on this Alpine day trip departing from Ljubljana. Join a small group and an expert guide and set off for the Alps, Lake Bled and Triglav National Park. Stroll Škofja Loka, a quaint old town in the countryside and many other cultural and natural points of interest. Group size is limited to eight people to ensure an intimate and personalized experience.

Enjoy the pristine Slovenian countryside during this all-day guided tour of Bled and the Bohinj Valley departing from Ljubljana. Surrounded by majestic mountains, Lake Bled seems like it’s drawn from a fairytale. During this tour, visit the 11th-century Bled Castle set high atop a cliff and then head to Bled Island. The tour finishes with a visit to the Bohinj glacier lake, the largest lake in Slovenia.

Get the most from your Slovenian travels with this day trip to Bled and Postojna from Ljubljana. Enjoy personal attention from your guide on this small-group tour, and visit must-see sights such as the Postojna Cave, Lake Bled, and Predjama castle. 

Avoid the crowds by pre-booking your entrance ticket to Ljubljana Castle. Ride the funicular to the top of Castle Hill, then explore the medieval fortress at your own pace, visiting the Pentagonal Tower, Castle Chapel of St George, Penitentiary, and Rustika gallery, then enjoying spectacular views from the Watchtower.

Get out of the city and experience two of Slovenia’s alpine lakes on this tour. Depart from your Ljubljana hotel in an air-conditioned minivan with a driver-guide and travel to Lake Bled. Ride a traditional wooden pletna boat to the Church of the Assumption of Mary in the middle of the lake. Head up to Bled Castle and explore the fortress. Travel on to Bohinj Lake and pause at Vingar Gorge.

On this bike tour, you can pedal past Ljubljana’s top landmarks, as well as some of the city’s hidden local haunts that are off the usual tourist trail. As you follow your guide, benefit from having someone else to navigate, and take in the views of Tivoli Park, the Ljubljanica river, and interesting art exhibitions too.

In the heart of the Alps, we will visit one of the largest natural attractions in Slovenia - Lake Bled. Besides the blue-green water, we will be able to admire also the picturesque architecture of the Bled castle, which is built atop a cliff that rises above the lake. It is possible to reach the unique island in the middle of the lake with the traditional Pletna boat. There, we will climb up the 99 stone-step staircase to the church and ring the wishing bell. Alternatively, you can decide for a leisurely stroll along the lakeshore, enjoying some of the most spectacular views of this picturesque lake. Our guides are best acquainted with the destination and with tips and other assistance they help you discover all the services that the destination has to offer.

Tumbling through lush lowland forest, the Sava River is one of Slovenia’s most beautiful waterways. Discover it on an 8-mile (13-kilometer) white-water rafting adventure, with an experienced instructor/guide and all the equipment you need, plus transfers. Max out the adrenaline with a zipline experience, racing 820 feet (250 meters) across the river at heights up to 82 feet (25 meters).

If your time is tight in Slovenia but you still want to explore numerous must-see attractions in a day, then this is the tour for you. Say goodbye to the hassles of waiting for public transport and enjoy the convenience of seamless, air-conditioned transportation between sites. Your adventure includes visits to some of the country’s best-known nature spots, including Lake Bled, Triglav National Park, Lake Jasna, and Zelenci Nature Reserve.

Marvel at Lake Bled’s famous sights during this guided small-group half-day tour departing from Ljubljana. Lake Bled’s glacial waters and majestic Julian Alps create tranquil surroundings that highlight the beauty of it two famous attractions, Bled Island and Bled Castle. During your tour, ride a wooden pletna to Bled Island and rise atop a cliff to Bled Castle to explore its 11th-century history. This tour is limited to eight people to ensure a truly intimate experience.

Discover Slovenian craft beer at a guided beer tasting in Ljubljana that takes a foamy dive into what makes the country’s brews distinctive. You’ll sip your way through a series of seven beers from Slovenia paired with light snacks; interactive games and challenges make it a great way to meet fellow beer lovers, whether you’re a solo traveler or arriving with a group.