10-day small group program – experience food & skiing in Slovenia
Day 1: Sunday – Arrive Venice
Upon arrival in Venice, you will be met and transferred to your hotel. The rest of the day is free to relax or to begin exploring.
Day 2: Monday – Venice
We begin our exploration of Venice at St. Mark’s Square, for the walking tour, visiting St. Mark’s Basilica and the Doge’s Palace, and enjoying views of the Bell Tower and Bridge of Sighs. The optional gondola ride is available (additional cost). The balance of the day is at leisure to enjoy Venice at your own pace. (B)
Day 3: Tuesday – Venice – Bovec
Continue to Bovec. Upon arrival a short tour of the area where you will hear about local legends and stories, followed by schnapps tasting. (B)
Day 4: Wednesday – in Bovec
Full day at leisure for your skiing adventures. (B)
Day 5: Thursday – in Bovec
Full day at leisure for your skiing adventures. (B)
Day 6: Friday – in Bovec
Full day at leisure for your skiing adventures. (B)
Day 7: Saturday – Bovec, Bled, and Ljubljana
Continue to Bled, beautifully set in the Julian Alps. A sightseeing tour shows you the highlights of this charming town on the shores of Lake Bled. You’ll also visit imposing Bled Castle, perched on a cliff high above the lake. We will return to the lake shore and taste the famous Bled cream cake. Continue to Ljubljana, the capital of Slovenia. (B)
Day 8: Sunday – in Ljubljana
Taste your way through Ljubljana on a culinary walking tour. Explore the lovely Old Town and experience a variety of traditional foods and local beer and wine. The afternoon is at leisure. (B)
Day 9: Monday – Ljubljana to Nova Gorica
Your first stop is at the Postojna Cave, one of the largest in Europe. Tour this unique subterranean world by miniature electric train. Continue to the hilly region of Goriška Brda. Discover the charming town of Smartno and have a delicious early dinner at a local tourist farm. Overnight in Nova Gorica. (B, D)
Day 10: Tuesday – Depart Ljubljana or Venice
After breakfast, you will be transferred to Ljubljana or Venice airport for your flight home. (B)
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Bovec
A small town at the threshold of Triglav national park, surrounded by the high peaks of Julian Alps, the center of outdoor activities, is particularly inviting with a colorful array of sports adventures.
Kanin Ski Resort
Kanin – Sella Nevea offers skiers and snowboards a very special experience. Most of the slopes are more suitable for experienced skiers, however, both sides of the ski area also offer flatter terrain for beginners.