Slovenia in 7 Days: 3 Recommended 7-Day Itineraries to Slovenia

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Slovenia 7-day Itinerary Options
Vacationing for a week in Slovenia? Follow our Slovenia 7-day itinerary suggestions and hike around the Krn Lakes, cycle to Bled, and see many more destinations in the country.
Itinerary #1: Magical Mountains and the Great Outdoors

Overview | Activity | |
Day 1 | Arrival in Ljubljana and transfer to Bohinj Lake | Arrival |
Day 2 | Cross a beautiful forest to reach the alpine meadow of Grintovica | Hike |
Day 3 | Ascend Mount Triglav, the highest mountain in Slovenia | Hike |
Day 4 | Head for Mount Bogatin, made famous by Hemingway’s ‘A Farewell to Arms’ | Hike |
Day 5 | Enjoy whitewater rafting in the Soca River | Rafting |
Day 6 | Discover the alpine town of Bled | Hike |
Day 7 | Bid farewell to Slovenia | Departure |
Explore one of the most scenic locations in Europe, the Julian Alps, during 7 days in Slovenia. Transfer to the beautiful Bohinj Lake, the largest glacial lake in Slovenia, from Ljubljana on the first day of this tour. Head for the Mostnica Gorge and continue to the scenic alpine meadow of Grintovica. You have the option to hike to the top of Mount Triglav if you wish to. Take in the picturesque Triglav Lakes Valley and continue to Mount Bogatin, made famous by Hemingway’s ‘A Farewell to Arms.’ Follow the Soca Trail to Bovec and call it an end upon reaching the popular lake town of Bled.
Itinerary #2: Hike, Bike & Raft

Overview | Activity | Overnight | |
Day 1 | Welcome to Ljubljana | Arrival | Ljubljana |
Day 2 | Explore Ljubljana and head to Bled | Hike | Bled |
Day 3 | Visit Lake Bohinj and hike Mount Vogel | Hike | Bohinj |
Day 4 | Enjoy a free day in Bled | Free day | Bled |
Day 5 | Go whitewater rafting on the Soca River | Rafting | Bled |
Day 6 | Cycle around gorgeous Lake Bled | Cycling | Bled |
Day 7 | Depart from Bled | Departure |
Spend one week in Slovenia enjoying all the best outdoor activities that the country has to offer. Start off in the cosmopolitan capital, Ljubljana. Wander the Old Town, seeing sights like Ljubljana Castle, the Cathedral of St. Nicholas, and the Triple Bridge, before heading through the Vintgar Gorge to Bled. Take the elevated boardwalk across rapids before journeying to Lake Bohinj in the Triglav National Park. This is the largest permanent glacial lake in the country. In the afternoon, take the cable car to the top of Mount Vogel, where you can hike the various trails around Bukovska Valley until you reach Ribcev Laz, a village with a gorgeous 17th-century church. Spend a free day in Bled, where you can relax on Grajska Plaza (Castle Beach) or jump on a boat to the island in the middle of the lake, home to St Mary's Church. Get your heart racing with a whitewater rafting trip on the Soca River through Class 2 and 3 rapids. Afterward, stop off to see the wonderful Boka Waterfall before returning to Lake Bled. On your final full day, jump on a bike and pedal around the gorgeous Lake Bled. Enjoy mountain trails alongside views of the Radovljica River, bringing your adventurous Slovenia trip to a close. Describe your ideal 7-day holiday for a customized trip to Slovenia.
Itinerary #3: Walking in the Julian Alps


Overview | Activity | Overnight | |
Day 1 | Welcome to Lake Bohinj in the Triglav National Park | Arrival | Bohinj |
Day 2 | Hike through the Mostnica Gorge to Planika Hut | Hike | Stara Fužina |
Day 3 | Trek Mount Triglav, followed by the Triglav Lakes Valley walk | Hike | Triglav Lakes Valley |
Day 4 | Hike through the Julian Alps to Krn Lakes Hut | Hike | Krn Lakes |
Day 5 | Wander the Soca Valley to Bovec | Hike | Bovec |
Day 6 | Transfer to Bled | Sightseeing | Bled |
Day 7 | End your trip in Bled | Departure |
This 7-day Slovenia itinerary will take you through some of the most stunning vistas along the Julian Alps. Start at the stunning glacial Lake Bohinj in the Triglav National Park. Take in the beauty before hitting the trails that follow the Mostnica stream. Roam through the Mostnica Gorge, Voje Valley, and the Grintovica alpine meadow before reaching your mountain hut for the night. The next morning, you can opt to climb Mount Triglav, the highest mountain in Slovenia, via the Ferrata rope section, before traversing narrow walkways on the Triglav Lakes Valley Walk. Continue hiking through the Julian Alps past the Bogatin saddle area, which was made famous by Ernest Hemingway’s “Farewell to Arms.” Descend into the gorgeous Trenta Valley, where you’ll meet the Soca River in Bovec. Here, you can enjoy whitewater rafting on the Soca River or explore the bouldering spots and mountain biking trails around Bovec. Journey across to the alpine town of Bled, known for the stunning lake, and explore the cobblestone streets before heading home.
Planning a 7-day Itinerary of Slovenia?
If you have one week in Slovenia, you can check out a variety of outdoorsy destinations like Triglav, the Soca Valley, and the Julian Alps. You can also carve out time to visit charming cities and towns like Ljubljana, Bled, Bovec, and more. If you need a helping hand organizing your Slovenia trip, get in touch with our in-country travel experts. They can put together a tailor-made itinerary to Slovenia that suits your exact needs!
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