17 days in Soča Valley, Bohinj & Postojna Itinerary

In the north-west part of Slovenia, Bovec sits in an area known for its rich and colorful culture and history.

Family-friendly places like Zipline and Boka Waterfall will thrill your kids. Venture out of the city with trips to Tolmin (Tolmin Castle, Tolmin Gorge, &more). And it doesn't end there: add some adventure to your tour with a kayaking and canoeing tour, see the sights as you ascend with a climbing tour, admire the sheer force of Kozjak Waterfall, and examine the collection at Kobarid Museum.

To see photos, reviews, traveler tips, and other tourist information, read Bovec trip planning site.

Amsterdam, The Netherlands to Bovec is an approximately 8.5-hour combination of flight and bus. You can also drive; or do a combination of train and car. July in Bovec sees daily highs of 29°C and lows of 15°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 31st (Mon) so you can drive to Bohinjsko Jezero.

The mirror-like waters of the largest glacial lake in Slovenia make Bohinjsko Jezero one of the most popular tourist attractions in the country.

Family-friendly places like Lake Bohinj and Golden Horn Fairyland will thrill your kids. Explore Bohinjsko Jezero's surroundings by going to Gorenja Vas (Nesk's Footbridge & Fortun's Mill). There's much more to do: admire the sheer force of Savica Waterfall, explore the different monuments and memorials at Ukanc Military Cemetery, pause for some serene contemplation at Church of St John the Baptist, and go from sight to sight with Vogel.

To find traveler tips, where to stay, more things to do, and tourist information, use the Bohinjsko Jezero day trip app.

Drive from Bovec to Bohinjsko Jezero in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. In July in Bohinjsko Jezero, expect temperatures between 29°C during the day and 15°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 4th (Fri) early enough to go by car to Postojna.

With its friendly atmosphere, breathtaking landscapes, natural phenomena, and historical monuments, Postojna offers everything you need for a peaceful vacation or a quick getaway from the city.

Get out of town with these interesting Postojna side-trips: Hrastovlje Church of the Holy Trinity (in Hrastovlje), Divača Cave (in Divača) and Public Institute Ribnica Handicraft Centre (in Ribnica). And it doesn't end there: explore the fascinating underground world of Postojna Cave, delve into the lush surroundings at Krokar Primeval Forest, explore the historical opulence of Predjama Castle, and take in nature's colorful creations at Ferrari Garden.

To find more things to do, other places to visit, reviews, and more tourist information, go to the Postojna day trip tool.

Traveling by car from Bohinjsko Jezero to Postojna takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or do a combination of bus and train. In August, plan for daily highs up to 31°C, and evening lows to 15°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 11th (Fri) so you can fly back home.