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Highlights in a Day: Vintgar Gorge, Bled, Postojna Cave, Predjama Castle

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Ljubljana, Slovenia
Highlights in a Day: Vintgar Gorge, Bled, Postojna Cave, Predjama Castle
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Highlights in a Day: Vintgar Gorge, Bled, Postojna Cave, Predjama Castle
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Pick-up in the morning at 7:45 was smooth. By 8 am, we were on the way to Bled. There were just 4 of us, and so it was a nice small group, and it was pleasant and easy to chat and make new friends. A great walk through breathtaking Vintgar Gorge an easy 2km hike through the gorge with amazing views of waterfalls and a green to white-water river. Our guide, Alinka, planned it in such a way that we only had to go one direction. As it was also early enough, we avoided the crowds and also went counter the usual flow. Lake Bled followed, and we first did a pletna/covered boat ride to the island in the middle of the lake, which was so peaceful. We had 45 minutes to explore the tiny Bled Island----enough time to climb up the island, check the viewing tower, and even walk around the island through the greenery and check out the fish, which you could see in the clear waters. Once we were back on the mainland, we had the option to either go up a free viewpoint, go up Bled castle and pay an extra fee, or spend an hour in town on our own. One decided to go see the view higher up, so we dropped him off there, and the rest of us had lunch. I reckon, one can also use this to go for a swim over in Lake Bled if they wanted. After lunch and a bit of shopping in Bled town proper, we were off down south to Predjama castle. We had an hour to explore Predjama castle and see all the rooms, as well as take pictures. By 330 pm, we were off to nearby Postojna caves. This experience was incredible and a must for anyone visiting Slovenia. The cave system was just so magnificent----you start with an exciting train ride deep into the mountain, and then have a guided walk through the system aged more than 500,000 years. After that hike, we had time for some shopping and a snack over at the area around the attraction. Soon enough, we were headed back to Ljubljana and were back in town at an early 18:30. We traveled in the first week of September, and our guide said this was excellent, as the summer crowds were gone. We were lucky to have a cool, but sunny day, as you'll see in some of my pictures. So, early Sept is excellent to avoid the big tour groups,for sure. Either way, these places in Slovenia are still yet to be discovered by the big crowds, so make sure you visit them ASAP! Alinka was very pleasant and had much to say about the sites, as well as Slovenia and the Slovenian way of life. The tour was generally flexible if you told her what you wanted to do/see in some of the places, and despite having seen many things, it was an easy and relaxed trip. I was surprised we got to see so much in a carefree manner. It was also great that all entrance fees, and the boat free were included. Truly a great value for the money. I recommend this trip and commend Alinka for our tour. I'll likely bring over friends and family back to Slovenia in the future and take this tour and other tours from this company Nature Adventures, Based in Bled all over again.
Pick-up in the morning at 7:45 was smooth. By 8 am, we were on the way to Bled. There were just 4 of us, and so it was a nice small group, and it was pleasant and easy to chat and make new friends. A great walk through breathtaking Vintgar Gorge an easy 2km hike through the gorge with amazing views of waterfalls and a green to white-water river. Our guide, Alinka, planned it in such a way that we only had to go one direction. As it was also early enough, we avoided the crowds and also went counter the usual flow. Lake Bled followed, and we first did a pletna/covered boat ride to the island in the middle of the lake, which was so peaceful. We had 45 minutes to explore the tiny Bled Island----enough time to climb up the island, check the viewing tower, and even walk around the island through the greenery and check out the fish, which you could see in the clear waters. Once we were back on the mainland, we had the option to either go up a free viewpoint, go up Bled castle and pay an extra fee, or spend an hour in town on our own. One decided to go see the view higher up, so we dropped him off there, and the rest of us had lunch. I reckon, one can also use this to go for a swim over in Lake Bled if they wanted. After lunch and a bit of shopping in Bled town proper, we were off down south to Predjama castle. We had an hour to explore Predjama castle and see all the rooms, as well as take pictures. By 330 pm, we were off to nearby Postojna caves. This experience was incredible and a must for anyone visiting Slovenia. The cave system was just so magnificent----you start with an exciting train ride deep into the mountain, and then have a guided walk through the system aged more than 500,000 years. After that hike, we had time for some shopping and a snack over at the area around the attraction. Soon enough, we were headed back to Ljubljana and were back in town at an early 18:30. We traveled in the first week of September, and our guide said this was excellent, as the summer crowds were gone. We were lucky to have a cool, but sunny day, as you'll see in some of my pictures. So, early Sept is excellent to avoid the big tour groups,for sure. Either way, these places in Slovenia are still yet to be discovered by the big crowds, so make sure you visit them ASAP! Alinka was very pleasant and had much to say about the sites, as well as Slovenia and the Slovenian way of life. The tour was generally flexible if you told her what you wanted to do/see in some of the places, and despite having seen many things, it was an easy and relaxed trip. I was surprised we got to see so much in a carefree manner. It was also great that all entrance fees, and the boat free were included. Truly a great value for the money. I recommend this trip and commend Alinka for our tour. I'll likely bring over friends and family back to Slovenia in the future and take this tour and other tours from this company Nature Adventures, Based in Bled all over again.

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Get a comprehensive overview of Slovenia's highlights in just a single day on this 12-hour tour from Ljubljana. With your guide in the lead, visit Vintgar Gorge, Bled, Postojna Cave, and Predjama Castle. Travel with a small group of just 8 people or fewer, ensuring personalized attention and an intimate atmosphere. Entrance fees and round-trip transportation from Ljubljana hotels included.
  • Travel by boat and see the sights from the water
  • Perfect for all ages and skill level
  • Hotel pickup included
  • Informative, friendly and professional guide
  • Once-in-a-Lifetime Experience
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A small-group tour (max 8 people)
Informative, friendly and professional guide.
Hotel pickup and drop-off (or the most suitable location if you are in a pedestrian zone)
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Entrance fee to Bled Castle (optional visit). Costs additional €10/person
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Pletna boat ride to the island (optional)
Postojna cave entrance fee
Predjama castle entrance fee
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Departure location is in center of Ljubljana. By prior request, pick-up is provided at all accommodation within Ljubljana (or nearby pickup point in pedestrian only areas)
  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Guests are recommended to bring warm clothes as the temperatures in Postojna Cave are significantly low.
  • The exact duration of transfer will depend on the time of day and traffic condition.
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Near public transportation
  • Most travelers can participate
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers
  • OPERATED BY Nature Adventures
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star-5
Loved this tour!
saranfarnell
, Apr 2022
We all loved our tour, our great guide got us to all the beautiful sights safely and answered our questions, giving great information on them. Would recommend!
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icon Response from Host , May 2022
Thank you very much...we are really happy to hear that you enjoyed your time in Slovenia :) all the best...regards
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star-5
Highly Recommend!!
kel5552018
, Nov 2019
This was a great way to see a lot of the highlights in Slovenia in just one day! The tour was great, our guide was a lot of fun and I never felt rushed, we had plenty of time to see all of the places we went to! I definitely recommend this tour to anyone looking for a well organized full day of exploring!
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star-5
Wonderful day with a program of spectacular visits.
J C
, Nov 2019
Excellent tourist guide and excellent driver, Tara is an example of professionalism, friendliness and welcome. Tourist information given at the right time, always with very interesting complementary elements. Highly recommend this program and Tara.
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star-5
Great tour to see some of the highlights of Slovenia in one day!
HollyandRobH
, Oct 2019
We did not have long to spend in Slovenia, and this trip fit our needs perfectly. The Gorge was beautiful and did not disappoint. Bled, Postojna Cave and Predjama Castle were also great sites to visit. Tara was our guide and was fantastic! So friendly, full of information and kept us on schedule so that we could fit everything ok - can't say enough about how great she was. Highly recommend this tour and Tara!
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star-5
One of the best day tours I’ve been on.
Uyvonne R
, Oct 2019
The itinerary was well paced and informative without feeling as if we were in a classroom. Tara, the guide/driver was enthusiastic and altered things to suit her passengers needs. What a fantastic day, and best of all we were not subjected to the mandatory stop at a friends cafe, jewellery shop, or craft centre where we felt pressed to buy something we didn’t want.
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star-5
Amazing day!
Liege_L
, Oct 2019
Good communication for the pick up time and location. A very kind and pleasant guide (Tara) who was also a great driver. Just the perfect timing for each location. Beautiful scenery. I highly recommend it.
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star-5
An excellent day
Larry_W
, Oct 2019
I had a excellent day on this tour. Be prepared for some hiking, climbing of stairs and lots of walking, most likely in the range of 8-10 km for the whole day. Boat ride was very nice. Good choice of place for eating lunch
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star-5
Great trip, great tour leader (Tara)...
mbukva
, Sep 2019
Fitting all four of these wonderful Slovenian attractions into one day is *amazing*. Most other tours skip Vintgar in the interests of time. Be prepared to give up some time you might otherwise spend on a long lazy lunch but it is well worth it. We had a few challenges on the day but Tara met them all head on ;)
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star-5
Highlights in one day
Wanda_Z
, Sep 2019
The guide was awesome and we got to do all of the activities, she timed it perfectly. Taking us to the national park early before it got so crowded. I enjoyed Lake Blend, the caves and Castle. Everyone loved all the pictures. My favorite tour on my trip.
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Highlights in Slovenia tour
Escape21323521246
, Sep 2019
The sights picked were some of the most interesting and beautiful places Ive seen. It felt like our guide, Alenka, knew everything about everything. The small size of the group was also very nice. All in all a great tour!
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icon Response from Host , Sep 2019
Thank you for the review. I am happy you enjoyed the day with us. I wish you all the best.
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star-5
Excellent
Harvinder C
, Sep 2019
Highly recommend this trip. Be prepared to walk a lot. Brilliant trip whether you have time or not. Not much free time though.
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icon Response from Host , Sep 2019
I am really happy and glad to hear this. :) Thank you for taking time to write the review. I wish you all the best.
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star-5
Great Highlights Tour of Slovenia
Elmer_S
, Sep 2019
We booked last minute and ended up being the only passengers. It became a private tour! Our guide was knowledgeable and gave us enough time to explore all of the sights in our itinerary. He even became our personal photographer! Start early and prepare for a whole day of tour around Slovenia.
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icon Response from Host , Sep 2019
I am glad you enjoyed! :) Thank you for the review. I wish you all the best.
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star-4
Long Day
CoastMississippi
, Sep 2019
The sights were all spectacular and lovely but we did feel very rushed. It was a lot of walking in a short time period. I would recommend slowing down the pace so it can really be enjoyed. I know it would be hard to eliminate one of the highlights but it is almost too much for one day!
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icon Response from Host , Sep 2019
Thank you very much for the review and the recommendation. I wish you all the best.
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star-5
Glad that I joined this tour
LiJuan_N
, Aug 2019
Alenka is an awesome tour guide filling us with lots of information, even something about history and politics. The tour is not too rush and managed to cover all the places with an easy pace. I am glad that I decided to join this tour.
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star-5
Best of Slovenia
Mirjana_M
, Aug 2019
We had a fantastic day! Our guide Tera was a blast. Very friendly, funny and informative. Hopefully if you take this tour, you have her as your guide. Highly recommended this tour. Olivia Melbourne Australia
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icon Response from Host , Sep 2019
Thank you. I am really glad you had a fantastic day! I wish you all the best.
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star-5
A great way to see the beautiful sights of Slovenia.
Passenger797098
, Aug 2019
We started our day an hour early to beat the crowds which was a really good move. Alinka timed it well to get us in and out of places before the hoards descended. She was very pleasant and knowledgeable about the area. My only complaint is that the vehicle we went in had really dark tinted windows so you couldn’t see any of the passing scenery and it had no microphone so if you weren’t sitting in the first row it was difficult to hear.
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icon Response from Host , Aug 2019
Thank you very much for the review and for the suggestion - the microphone! :) I wish you all the best.
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star-5
Excellent and definitely recommended
Kvk04
, Jul 2019
Long day but totally worth it .Itinerary was followed and we had enough time at all the places .Our guide was very good and we had great time with her .
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icon Response from Host , Jul 2019
Thank you! I am glad you enjoyed! I wish you all the best.
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star-5
Nice day out
Samuelpas
, Jul 2019
The schedule arrangement of this tour is very good. We start at Vintgar Gorge in the morning when there is a few of tourist there and finish at Postojna Cave when where there is only a few tourist left. Melinka is a good guide as well as a good driver. The van also comfort.
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icon Response from Host , Jul 2019
Thank you! It is great to hear you had a great time with us. I wish you all the best.
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star-5
What an amazing day!
GoPlaces48889230647
, Jun 2019
We had a great day touring with our guide Tara and enjoyed a well-planned out day trip around Slovenia's most beautiful sights. We were especially impressed by the Vintgar Gorge which is one of the most amazing places I have ever visited. All in all good value for money and a great guide, we were very pleased with the entire day. Thank you once more!
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icon Response from Host , Jun 2019
Thank you! I am really glad to hear your amazing review and I am happy you enjoyed your day with us! I wish you all the best.
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star-5
Best day out in Slovenia
Joshua_S
, Jun 2019
Tara was an amazing guide and super knowledgeable, we had fun jam packed day without felling rushed.
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icon Response from Host , Jun 2019
Hello, Thank you very much on taking your time to write a review. Really glad to hear that you enjoyed your time in Slovenia, especially to know that you had a great time with our company. Tara is amazing person and we are happy to have her on our team :) Thank you...and all the best
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