10 Archaeology Tours in Upper Carniola Region That You Shouldn't Miss

Venice – the city of canals is the most romantic and one of the most fameous cities in the world. You will never forget the visit of the lovely squares, canals, bridges and amazing palaces. It will remain in your mind forever.

Inclusions: Tour Guide, Return water bus ticket

Exclusions: Other extras, Food & Drinks

We will meet at the square Slovenski trg, from where we’ll walk into the old town. There we’ll start at Prešeren’s House which was once home to the greatest Slovenian poet. We’ll visit the Janez Puhar Museum – he was a priest who invented the technique of photography on glass and we'll discover why some people of his parish thought that he made a deal with the devil. After him, we’ll get to know Leopold Layer, the Baroque painter who forged money and then was redeemed by painting Mary Help of Christians in Brezje. In the castle of Khislstein, we will clothe ourselves into the lamellar armour worn by the military elite of antiquity and then we’ll descend to a 1400-year-old cemetery with an ossuary. In the underground tunnels, you will be able to experience the simulation of an air raid. Finally, we will come to Pungert, the place where the history of Kranj began.

Inclusions: Tasting of figs liqueur, typical liqueur from Kranj., All Fees and Taxes

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Visit two of Slovenia’s top attractions in one afternoon on this small-group, half-day tour from Ljubljana. Begin at Predjama Castle, perched on a cliff high above the beautiful Inner Carniola region. Explore the chambers and stairwells and learn about the castle’s most famous resident, Erazem of Predjama. Then, continue to Postojna Cave. Ride a mini-train deep into the famous cave and tour the ethereal network of stalactites, stalagmites and caverns with a local guide. Numbers limited to eight people, ensuring a personalized experience.  Postojna Cave is the best-known cave in the world. It is also the greatest tourist attraction in Slovenia and one of the world's largest Karst monuments and it is a must-see attraction when visiting Slovenia. You will start the tour with a unique and adventurous ride with a special train in one of the most diverse cave systems in the world, with 21 km of passages, galleries and magnificent halls, which offer an unparalleled experience of the underground world and a large diversity of underground animals – including the world-famous human fish (proteus anguinus). Beside Postojna Cave you will also have the chance to visit Predjama Castle. Our guide will show you this magnificent medieval castle perched high up in a vertical cliff in the idyllic village of Predjama. It is an interesting and romantic sight throughout the year: in the spring and summer its surroundings are abundant with blossoms and flowers, in the autumn it is clad in the colours of surrounding forests and it is at its most enchanting in the winter when the surrounding area is covered in snow.   

Inclusions: Central Ljubljana pickup and drop-off, Comfortable transport by air-conditioned minivan, Professional English speaking guide 

Exclusions: Admission fees, meals and personal expenses., Admission options:, Postojna Cave & Predjama Castle combined ticket: 35 € per person , Postojna cave only: 25 € per person  , Predjama castle only: 13 € per person

With immense natural beauty, Bled, together with its surroundings and magnificent lake with an island, ranks among the most beautiful alpine resorts of the world. The beauty of the mountains reflected on the lake, the sun, the serenity and the fresh air arouse pleasant feelings in visitors throughout the year. Bled attracts a variety of guests from all over the world, enchanting them to return again and again.

Inclusions: Tour Guide, Entrance to the Bled Castle

Exclusions: Food & Drinks, Other extras

Ljubljana is the capital city of Slovenia and a very nice small green metropolis. Its historical city centre, the river Ljubljanica, the castle above the city, the open market etc. are only the few of the major attractions to explore.

Inclusions: Tour Guide, Funicular ride ticket, Entrance to the Ljubljana Castle

Exclusions: Lunch, Other extras

Ljubljana is the capital city of Slovenia and a very nice small green metropolis. Its historical city centre, the river Ljubljanica, the castle above the city, the open market etc. are only the few of the major attractions to explore.

Inclusions: Tour Guide, Funicular ride ticket, Entrance to the Ljubljana Castle

Exclusions: Lunch

The green valley of Soca river is a very well know destination for visitors from all around the world. The road will take you through the highest mountain pass in Slovenia - Vrsic, and then through Trenta Valley and Bovec. The immense beauty of nature and emerald river will leave you speechless. Final stop will be in Kobarid, where you will also visit the 1st world war museum and learn about important part of history in this region. Soca valley was one of the most important fronts in that time and even Hemingway himself wrote about it in his famous „Farewell to Arms“.

Inclusions: Tour Guide, Entrance to the WW1 Museum

Exclusions: Food & Drinks, Other extras

Zagreb is the capital of Croatia and one of most vital and lively cities in Europe. Its historical Upper Town with the beautiful Cathedral and other attractions are a must-see. The city offers endless possibilites for shopping, relaxation or fun. .

Inclusions: Tour Guide

Exclusions: Other extras, Food & Drinks

The only geological tour offered in Ljubljana is a combination of regular tour of the city with some beautiful and fun facts about the stones they used to build the town. We'll see a few beautiful examples of fossils, check out some statues and admire a few buildings and its stones.

Inclusions: Advice on what else to do in Ljubljana or Slovenia., A souvenir at the end of the tour, All Fees and Taxes, Professional and local guide

Exclusions: Gratuities, Food and drinks

Ljubljana is the capital and the largest city located in central Slovenia in a natural depression surrounded by high peaks of the Julian Alps. Do you know that once Ljubljana was part of the Roman Empire? In the company of your local guide, you will take a walking tour of the historical city center during which you will be immersed in the history and stories behind Ljubljana's major sights. Why the Prešernov trg square is so important for the locals? Was the Franciscan Church built in Medieval times? Do you know that Triple Bridge is connecting historical, medieval, a town on one bank, and the modern city of Ljubljana? How is this city connected with dragons? How does the National and University Library and Križanke Summer Theatre reflect Ljubljana culture? You will visit Plečnik's Market and the Cathedral, the Town Hall and the Robba Fountain, cross the Cobblers' Bridge.

Inclusions: Guide

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