Top Koper Half-day Tours

Historical Centre Food Tour: Come hungry there is a lot of food! We chose the historical center of Piran because it has the most to offer in terms of culture, history and of course wonderful food. This is where most of historic houses and other sights are found, many of them well over 1300 years old, and the food is just delicious if you know where to go. And, because it's very central, we can show you more than one area, including the famous, Tartini square, ancient town's wall, St. George Cathedral and the famous Venetian House. On this 5-hour guided walking food tour we eat our way through the neighborhood enjoying 4 delicious food tastings. Visit the local, colorful outdoor food market, admire old buildings, architecture and meet the wonderful families working hard to preserve local food traditions. This tour features some unique cultural and historical sites that few tourists get an opportunity to see. Join us for a day like no other.

Join a truffle hunter and her trained dog to search for black and white truffles in an Istria forest on a small-group tour that also includes truffle tastings, a cooking demonstration, and a glass of Istrian wine. It’s a glimpse of a world that’s often secretive—most truffle hunters search alone—and the chance to try what might be the freshest truffles of your life.

Explore one of the most intriguing cave systems in the world with a Postojna Cave tour from Koper. You’ll be transported into the heart of the cave by train making this tour accessible for all ages and types of travelers. Once inside, you’ll enjoy a guided walking tour though the stunning passageways and chambers flanked by spectacularly carved stalactite and stalagmite formations. On the way back to Koper, you’ll visit the Renaissance fortress of Predjama Castle carved dramatically into the mouth of a cave.

This small-group shore excursion is ideal for travelers with limited time in Slovenia. You won’t have to worry about the trip being overcrowded as the tour is limited to eight people. Take the stress out of planning transport by having round-trip transport from the cruise ship terminal or Koper hotels provided. Explore Postojna Cave with a guide, so you won’t get lost, and then visit the picturesque Predjama Castle.

Explore the Slovenian Coast by going on a tour to multiple sites in a day, including Piran, Portoroz, Izola, and Koper. A guided tour takes the stress out of figuring out local public transport schedules, as everything is organized for you. Enjoy hotel/port pickup and drop-off, and a comprehensive itinerary. See the Venetian influence of Piran and its majestic buildings, access panoramic views from the Church of Saint George, and enjoy visiting small coastal towns that you wouldn’t discover otherwise.

Wander the charming streets of one of Slovenia’s most beautiful and oldest towns on a guided walking tour of Piran.You'll wander the narrow streets and enjoy the medieval architecture while learning about the region’s Venetian influence and local traditions from your guide. You'll also visit the lovely seaside villages of Portorož, Izola, and Koper on a scenic drive along the Slovenian coast.

Once met by your guide at the pier, you will enjoy a short scenic drive towards the UNESCO Park of SKocjan Caves. The tour will enlighten some of the local facts such as histroy, natural heritage and details about the cave. Once at site you can enjoy a small stop for using refreshing, before you enter into the cave with local guide. The beautiful hike inside the cave will take aproximate two hours, over which you will need to walk over uneven surrface. the natural creatinons you will marvel are some of the most unique natural sites of Slovenia. The visit of the cave will not let you down. The mighty river passing the underground canoyn is breathtaking. Once outside, you will meet again with your guide and be transfered back to the port.

Postojna Cave and Predjama Castle are two of Slovenia’s most dramatic sites, but matching tours and transport to a ship’s arrival can be a logistical headache. Explore the vast, natural cave and the dramatic castle on a tour that’s tailored to your cruise schedule to make the most of time in port; you’ll be on your way to the scenic karst landscape an hour after the ship docks.

Visit one of Slovenia’s most beautiful and oldest seaside villages on a short day trip from Koper. Perfect for cruise ship visitors or travelers with limited time, you’ll enjoy a scenic drive along the Slovenian coast stopping for photos at panoramic viewpoints of the Gulf of Trieste. You’ll have two hours of free time to explore the charming narrow streets and medieval architecture of Piran before making your way back to Koper.

Join us on this special cycle tour around the wine country, through the vineyards and old villages. Stop at the winery and taste typical local wines and home-made tapas. Tour starts and finishes in the town of Vipava and lasts for about five hours. 

Explore one of the most beautifully carved cave systems in the world with a Postojna Cave tour from Koper. This is the only cave in the world that can be toured by train making this a perfect choice for families and visitors of all abilities. You’ll pass under carved archways and through stalactite and stalagmite covered galleries all from the comfort of your seat on the train. You’ll then enjoy a guided walking tour of the cave’s underground labyrinth of tunnels, passageways, and caverns before stopping off at the Predjama Castle on your way back to Koper.

Lipizzaners are one of the most gracious white horses and their home, is right in Lipica, for more than 400 years. Lipica Stud Farm is one of the most important cultural monuments and magical place to visit. In this approximately 5 hours long tour you will get to know everything about Lipizzaners and their life, as well have a unique opportunity to see the magnificent Show.

Get your adrenaline pumping with this Parenzana biking adventure from Koper. One of the most historic biking trails in Europe, the Parenzana trail symbolizes friendship and includes eight preserved tunnels. Your exciting ride will take you through two of them, along with visits to the seashore, vineyards, olive plantations and other stunning sites. In the seaside town of Izola your’ll get to visit a salt evaporation site and then get a chance to feast on delicious local food and wine. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to see the best of the Slovenian countryside.

A UNESCO World Heritage Site of caverns, karst formations, and underground passages, the Skocjan Caves are a magnificent day trip from Koper, but visiting the caves requires coordinating transport with a guided cave tour. This half-day, small-group shore excursion from Koper takes care of both in one booking, leaving you with time left over for a bonus stop at the Koper Cathedral.

The narrow streets of Slovenia’s picture-perfect sea towns are ideal for exploring on bike, but coastal winds and hills can be a challenge for some cyclists. Ride with help from an electric assist on an e-bike tour of Piran, Bernardin, Portoroz, and Secovlje Salina Nature Park that includes tastings of local food and wine, and enjoy the flexibility to pedal as much—or little—as you want.

Visit the charming capital city of Ljubljana on a full day tour from Koper. You’ll enjoy convenient round-trip transportation from Koper to Ljubljana where you’ll then tour the top sights on a walking tour. You’ll receive a great introduction to the the city's history, art, and architecture before being whisked away to the Ljubljana castle by cable car for fantastic panoramas of the city.

Spend a day exploring Slovenia during this 6-hour tour to a Lipica Stud Farm and the Skocjan Caves from Koper. Your friendly local guide will usher you around the picturesque Lipica region for gorgeous aerial views and fantastic natural attractions. You’ll visit the historic Lipica Stud Farm, origin of the Lipizzan horse, where you can tour the Lipikum Museum and spend time with the horses. Next you’ll head to the natural Škocjan Caves, a UNESCO-listed underground cave system full of giant stalactites, water rapids, and lakes. Wander through an underground canyon and tour the open-air Škocjan Caves Regional Park at the end of the tour.

With echoing chambers, galleries, and stalactite-lined halls, Postojna Cave is one of Slovenia’s most popular—and beautiful—attractions. Check it off in just half a day on this convenient shared tour with 2-way transfers from Koper cruise port, homes, and hotels. Ride a train through the cave, learn about the bizarre “human fish”, and grab a photo in front of Predjama Castle, built into a cavern mouth.

This private tour of Lipica Stud Farm is ideal for animal lovers. You’ll have the ultimate stress-free day without any transport to organize as round-trip transfers are included. Once you get to Lipica Stud Farm, you’ll bypass long lines, as entrance tickets are provided. Enjoy learning about the history of the stud farm, visiting the Museum of the Lipizzaner, and seeing the beautiful horses up close.

Lipica is the oldest European stud farm continuously breeding one of the oldest cultural horse breeds. As such it has a remarkable significance as a cultural, historical and natural heritage for Slovenia and Europe. The Lipica story begins in the 16th century when the abandoned summer residence became the court stud farm. Have a guided visit of the stables and learn everything about this unique breed. Enjoy a guided walk beneath the crowns of mighty trees, enter the world of Lipica through the Museum of the Lipizzaner or take some rest in elegant style. This is our usual proposal. If you want a signature tailor-made trip, we will prepare it just for you. Feel your unique travel experience designed by local pleasure experts. Please feel free to approach us with any special ideas and interests that you desire and we’re sure we can handle it to your satisfaction. Duration: Approx. 5 hours The tour is accompanied by local english speaking tour guides.

Get out of the city and into nature on this tour of the Skocjan Caves, which takes the hassle out of arranging transport and your own itinerary. Travel in a private car with a driver from your cruise ship port or accomodation to the caves and explore the large underground cave. Take advantage of your local guide's foodie knowledge to get some great dining recommendations too.

We’ll leisurely cruise along rural roads, touring vineyards and small villages. Stopping along the way I’ll share some interesting tales of the valley as we discover Slovenia’s biggest mystery! When reaching the medieval town of Vipavski Križ, we’ll stop for a good reason... It’s time to learn about the secret wine that fascinated the Roman Emperor! To join this experience you don`t have to be in good physical shape. Very basic fitness is enough but you need some skill to ride a bicycle! If you have special dietary requirements please let us know.

Visit Postojna Cave, the best-known cave in the world, and The Predjama Castle, the only preserved cave castle in Europe.

1 day Istria countryside excursion. Horses & Vineyards horseback riding tour in Istria will reveal the true beauty of the Istrian countryside, giving you the opportunity to explore it in the most natural way!

Take a ride on one of the most beautiful biking trails in Slovene Istria, where once a narrow gauge railway called Parenzana was situated, and experience an unforgettable day in the unspoiled nature, filling your body with positive energy.