We will be delighted to suggest special sights, full‑day and half‑day trips for our guests, either in the local vicinity or further away in the rest of Slovenia. Our prices are guaranteed to be the lowest.
Adrenaline rush
Feel like flying over the Sava Dolinka river? Try the Dolinka Zipline (in Bled) for a two‑ to two‑and‑a‑half‑hour trip into pristine nature
A remarkable adventure awaits you just a few minutes from the Blejsko Jezero lake, between Bled and Vrba. Brace yourself for breath‑taking views of the river and its valley and profound insights into the life of the forest. Short forest paths link the six ziplines and you will need either hiking boots or closed sports shoes to traverse the woods and meadows.
Zipline Bohinj – The largest zipline park in the region, with 5 ziplines and freefall simulation
Zipline Bohinj is located next to the road to Ravne V Bohinju, above Bohinjska Bistrica 400 metres from Kobla ski centre. Your ride will begin by zipping over the treetops and culminate in a 10 metre jump for added adrenaline. You’ll need courage and suitable footwear (sports shoes).
River Soča rafting
One thing you mustn’t miss when visiting the river Soča valley is rafting, the most popular sport on the river. It is much more than just rowing and hard work. In spite of its famous temper, some parts of the river Soča are quite calm and suitable for swimming and diving from the boulders above.
Culinary pleasures
Our culinary pleasures package is a selection of carefully designed programmes that together showcase the flavours that define Slovenia. The smallness and diversity of Slovenia’s regions gave rise to a wide variety of exquisite tastes. We hope to present the vast riches of regional culinary traditions to every one of our guests. Perfectly complementing the natural and cultural sights, they will delight your taste buds and your soul. It was the ancient Romans who said, “You are what you eat.” And you can truly learn a lot about people by exploring their cuisine.
Restaurant Hiša Franko with its celebrated chef Ana Roš
It was Ana Roš who brought home the coveted title of the world’s best chef in 2017. The origins and philosophy of Hiša Franko are closely interlinked with the tradition and landscape of the Posočje region. This land, tough and demanding as it can be sometimes, gave birth to beauty hard to find anywhere else. The restaurant is located at the foot of high‑rise mountains and alpine pastures, only a stone’s throw from the emerald Soča river, its cuisine is built on the very best that nature has to offer in every season.
JB Restaurant in Ljubljana with chef Janez Bratovž
A chef who swears by combining the elements of earth, water, air and fire with the taste of sweet and bitter, salty and sour, is the soul of the JB Restaurant, which earned its place on San Pellegrino’s list of Top 100 World’s Best Restaurants, ranking among the top ten. Visit the centre of Ljubljana for a chance to experience the creations from the hands of Janez Bratovž.
Inn Gostilna Pri Lojzetu in the Zemono mansion in Vipava, and Tomaž Kavčič, crowned the most innovative chef in Europe in 2017
The only Slovenian winner of the prestigious Italian title Cuoco d’Oro (“the golden cook”) continues his family’s 120‑year tradition in his own unique way. The inn Gostilna Pri Lojzetu was one of the frontrunners of the slow food movement. Its chef Kavčič cooked for prime ministers in Brussels and inspired praise and awe with his way of linking traditional cuisine with his creativity at Expo in Milan. JRE – Jeunes Restaurateurs
Vila Herberstein in Velenje with chef Andrej Kuhar
The chef who earned a Michelin star for seven years in a row when he was working abroad, has now brought his haute cuisine to Velenje where he makes season‑inspired dishes and leads cooking workshops in Vila Herberstein.
Relaxation
Wellness Orhidelia
The most prestigious part of Terme Olimia Spa will awaken the love of your spirit and body. The diverse character of the Orhidelia wellness centre allows each guest to find his or her own perfect spot to rest and relax. There are indoor and outdoor pools, a sauna centre, differently‑themed relaxation corners and refreshing culinary delights for you to enjoy. Profoundly original and sensual, Wellness Orhidelia is an architectural masterpiece with an exquisite collage of luxurious details that will satisfy your eyes and soul.
The greatest sights of Slovenia
Paradise under the Alps
For centuries, Bled with its Blejsko Jezero lake, home to the only island in Slovenia, has been treasured by those in search of truly unique beauty. The lake island with a church – its bell is believed to exert special powers when it comes to love – is accessible by “pletna” boats, a special type of traditional vessel. If you want the best possible view of the lake, its island and alpine peaks surrounding it, you should visit the castle which, perched atop a rock formation looming over the lake, is itself an amazing sight and rightfully considered one of the most beautiful wedding venues in Europe.
The wondrous underworld
With its magnificent speleothems and splendid biodiversity, the Postojnska Jama karstic cave is one of the most attractive caves in the whole world. To fully experience the mighty underworld paradise, which was created by millions of years of tiny droplets depositing limestone, make sure you take a ride on the cave train. You will be able to study the cave’s most precious jewels up close and meet the mysterious cave dwellers that are the closest thing to baby dragons anyone has ever seen. There is a certain eeriness to how the Postojna cave mirrors the landscape above, with its underground mountains, rivers and huge caverns. Always a challenge to researchers, the Postojna cave is one of the greatest sites of speleobiology in the world.
Primeval Beech Forests of Slovenia
UNESCO’s World Heritage Beech Forests of the Carpathian and other European regions are the best‑preserved beech forests, which has played an important role in the development and environmental impact of beech ecosystems in Europe since the last ice age 12,000 years ago. The forest reserves of Pragozd Krokar and Snežnik‑Ždrolce are among them. The Pragozd Krokar primeval forest is a wonderful piece of pristine nature in the heart of the Kočevje forest. Untouched by the human hand, it is home to indigenous carnivorans and birds. Ancient beech forests that earned their entry into the UNESCO world heritage list can also be seen in the Snežnik‑Ždrolce reserve. Both forest reserves are part of the Natura 2000 protected network.
Idrija and its mercury heritage
Together with the Spanish Almaden, Idrija is a world‑important heritage site for mercury mining. Known under the name Antonijev Rov, this mining shaft was dug in 1500 AD and it is one of the oldest preserved mine entrances in Europe. It is open for viewing and you can learn about the traditional ways of mining. Though be careful that the mine gnome doesn’t get you. The mining heritage and the lives of the former miners’ families have left their mark on many of Idrija’s sights, from its astonishing technological heritage, preserved in the Gewerkenegg castle museum, to the original lace‑making tradition of Idrija.
The home of the Lipizzaner horse
The stud farm to which the graceful yet powerful white Lipizzaner horse owes its origins, was established in 1580. It is in Lipica, located on the Karst Plateau (Kras). This is in fact the oldest European stud farm that has been breeding the same horse breed without interruption. It is a monument of cultural and historical significance that amazes visitors not only with its equestrian marvels and adventures but also with the unique karstic landscape surrounding it.
The secret of Mediterranean salt
Piran and its saltworks (known as Sečoveljske Soline), where salt and the treasured salt blossom continue to be produced in the traditional way, are a must‑see. The saltworks were the driving force behind the growth of Piran, the most beautiful city on the Slovenian coast. The picturesque medieval city, fully‑protected as a monument of cultural and historical importance, borders on two landscape parks, one of them home to the somewhat unexpected sight of the tallest cliff of the Adriatic sea.
The oldest vine in the world
The centre of Maribor, in Lent, is where the oldest grapevine in the world grows. It is over 400 years old and it is the only plant with its own museum, known as Hiša Stare Trte. In Maribor, several public celebrations (Rez Stare Trte, Martinovanje and the Festival Stare Trte) are dedicated to this very special vine. And, believe it or not, the vine has its own anthem, which the people of Maribor are happy to sing.