Slovenia Self Driving Trips

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Medieval architecture against a stunning backdrop in Lake Bled
Map of Highlights of Slovenia - 7 Days
Highlights of Slovenia - 7 Days

Journey through the Slovenian countryside at your own pace with this road trip itinerary. Starting from the laidback riverside cafés of Ljubljana, you'll visit lovely Lake Bled, the Julian Alps, and the Goriška Brda wine region. See castles, caves, and the Adriatic coast as you wind through the country, enjoying a full week of Slovenia's best views and outdoor activities.

A sunrise view in Lake Bled
Map of Highlights of Slovenia - 4 Days
Highlights of Slovenia - 4 Days

Four days is just enough time to check out Slovenia's unbelievably scenic countryside. This 4-day road trip begins in the lively riverside town of Ljubljana, then heads to the scenic shores of Lake Bled before finishing in the medieval coastal town of Piran. With lakes, mountains, and the Adriatic sea along the route, you'll sample some of the best views and outdoor activities Slovenia has to offer in a short amount of time.

Drive to the old town of Rovinj on the Istrian peninsula
Map of Self-Drive Slovenia & Croatia: Ljubljana to Rovinj - 11 Days
Self-Drive Slovenia & Croatia: Ljubljana to Rovinj - 11 Days

Experience the best of Slovenia and Croatia on this 11-day road trip. You'll start in Ljubljana, circuiting through Slovenia's lakes and rivers to the cypress hills of wine country. From there, approach the Istrian peninsula for one of the best-known culinary scenes on the Adriatic—and a dip in its waters.

Finish the trip on Slovenia's Adriatic coast
Map of Self-Drive Highlights of Slovenia - 6 Days
Self-Drive Highlights of Slovenia - 6 Days

Experience the best of Slovenia in less than a week on this 6-day road trip. The adventure starts in the leafy capital Ljubljana, from where you'll journey to the shores of Lake Bled and Lake Bohinj. Continue driving to the rocky passes of the Julian Alps and Goriška Brda wine region before heading to the medieval port of Piran. With castles, caves, and the Adriatic coast along the route, take in all the views and outdoor activities Slovenia has to offer, along with plenty of time to pull over for the perfect photo.

The idyllic town of Piran on Slovenia's Adriatic coast
Map of Slovenian Alps to the Adriatic: Ljubljana, Lake Bled, Bovec, & Piran - 5 Days
Slovenian Alps to the Adriatic: Ljubljana, Lake Bled, Bovec, & Piran - 5 Days

With just five days, this scenic road-trip itinerary allows just enough time to explore Slovenia's countryside while not feeling too rushed. Starting from the laid-back riverside cafés of Ljubljana, you'll drive to the scenic shores of Lake Bled, the rocky passes of the Julian Alps, and the rolling hills of Goriška Brda wine region before finishing along the Adriatic coast. Sample the views and outdoor activities Slovenia has to offer, not to mention castles, caves, and history dating back to the Middle Ages.

Hike through the hills surrounding Lake Bled
Map of Highlights of Slovenia - 8 Days
Highlights of Slovenia - 8 Days

This outdoorsy 8-day road trip allows you to travel through Slovenia's gorgeous countryside at your own pace. Starting from the laidback riverside cafés of Ljubljana, you'll explore the fairytale shores of Lake Bled, rocky passes of the Julian Alps, rushing waters of Soça River, and rolling hills of Goriška Brda wine region. Enjoy alfresco activities that this small country is known for—i.e. hiking, biking, swimming, and river rafting—along with caves, castles, and centuries of history.

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Meet our Local Travel Specialists

Experienced travel agents with a passion for Slovenia
Travel specialist Laurent Fontaine
active 8 hours ago

Laurent Fontaine

Hello! I’m Laurent. Originally from France, I fell in love with Croatia and made Zagreb my home in 2023. With over a decade of experience in tourism since 2013, I’ve turned my passion for travel...

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Travel specialist Nikola Vojvodić
active 1 hour ago

Nikola Vojvodić

Born and raised on a small island in North Dalmatia, Nikola is an expert in adding a local, authentic touch to your Croatian adventure. His life-long dream is to visit every one of Croatia's 1000...

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Travel specialist Karol de la Rosa
active 49 mins ago

Karol de la Rosa

Hi! I’m Karol a friendly, curious traveler at heart and someone who truly enjoys helping others explore the world with confidence. I’ve lived, worked, and traveled between Mexico and Europe, which...

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Travel specialist Robert Pinčević
active 1 hour ago

Robert Pinčević

I always say, do not consider me only as your guide, but as your friend, who is trying to make your trip more comfortable for you! At the end, it all about you, and if you are happy, I am happy! I...

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Trip Reviews for Slovenia

The latest reviews by travelers who booked their trip on kimkim

5 stars! ⭐️
Slovenia | Apr 30 - May 11, 2026

Madelaine
Madelaine K.
Kansas City, MO | Reviewed on May 12, 2026
Laurent set up the most incredible trip for us! All of the accommodations he booked were top tier. He put together a trip that was truly tailored to our interests and what we wanted to do, all while staying within budget and still providing luxury experiences. We loved the private tours that were set up for us to learn about history and cultures of the towns we were in. We also had the best time at our glamping experience in Lake Bled. Truly the best trip! Read more

Laurent set up the most incredible trip for us! All of the accommodations he booked were top tier. He put together a trip that was truly tailored to our interests and what we wanted to do, all while staying within budget and still providing luxury experiences. We loved the private tours that were set up for us to learn about history and cultures of the towns we were in. We also had the best time at our glamping experience in Lake Bled. Truly the best trip!

Hotel Reviews
Hotel R Palazzo
Dobrota, Kotor
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Hotel Lapad
Dubrovnik
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Ribno Alpine Resort - Luxury Glamping
Bled
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Hotel Sanje ob Soči
Bovec
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Hotel Mrak 4*
Ljubljana
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Activity Reviews
Boat trip in Kotor's Bay
Boat trip in Kotor's Bay
Slovenia
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Private Walking Tour of Dubrovnik
Private Walking Tour of Dubrovnik
Dubrovnik
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Local specialist: Laurent Fontaine
Laurent
Laurent Fontaine
Local specialist in Zagreb, Croatia | Replied on May 14, 2026

Thank you, Madelaine and Eric, for your kind feedback and the lovely pictures!

It was a real pleasure to help with your trip, and I’ll be more than happy to welcome you back to the Balkans anytime.

Best,
Laurent

Our trip to Croatia and Slovenia was well pla...
Slovenia | Apr 15 - Apr 22, 2026

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Lori H.
Chicago, IL | Reviewed on Apr 29, 2026

Our trip to Croatia and Slovenia was well planned and the accommodations were exceptional!

Local specialist: Tina Rajkovic
Tina
Tina Rajkovic
Local specialist in Rijeka, Croatia | Replied on Apr 30, 2026

Dear Lori & Nancy,

Thank you for your kind words!
We’re so happy to hear that you enjoyed your trip to Croatia and Slovenia and that the accommodations met your expectations.

And thank you as well for sharing your photos — it’s always a pleasure to see these beautiful destinations through our travelers’ eyes!

We hope to have the opportunity to assist you again on a future trip.

All the best and greetings from Croatia
Tina

Fantastic Trip! Drivers and tour guides were ...
Slovenia | Mar 14 - Mar 20, 2026

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Duke D.
Chicago, IL | Reviewed on Mar 24, 2026
Fantastic Trip! Drivers and tour guides were absolutely amazing. The entire trip was turnkey and wouldn't change a thing. Read more

Fantastic Trip! Drivers and tour guides were absolutely amazing. The entire trip was turnkey and wouldn't change a thing.

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AS Boutique Hotel
Ljubljana
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Local specialist: Nikola Vojvodić
Nikola
Nikola Vojvodić
Local specialist in Zagreb | Replied on Mar 27, 2026

Hi Duke, so glad you and your family had a fantastic trip! Huge thanks for the kind words about our drivers and guides - they truly go above and beyond. Loved hearing you felt everything was turnkey perfect! Thanks for choosing Kimkim again, and I hope to welcome you back soon! 😊

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