Žužemberk–Otočec–Brežice–Sevnica–Celje–Ljubljana–Škofja Loka–Bled–Ljubljana

Day 1: The first place we visit will be 13th-century Žužemberk Castle, with a magnificent view of Krka. We will proceed to Novo mesto for a brief stop in the centre. Otočec is the only castle in Slovenia located on an island. We will tour the castle and the park, and attend the castle banquet. An overnight stay in the spa centre of Šmarješke Toplice will offer plenty of relaxation opportunities.

Day 2: Morning departure to Brežice Castle with a masterfully decorated Knights’ Hall. After passing Reicheinberg, the oldest castle mentioned in documents (as early as 895), we will stop briefly at the 10th-cenutry Sevnica Castle. We’ll have lunch before continuing to Celje Castle, once owned by the famous Counts of Celje. Some free time in the centre of Celje, and then on our way to Ljubljana, we will stop in Trojane to try a typical dessert – the Trojane doughnut. Dinner and overnight in Ljubljana.

Day 3: A visit to the 13th-century Škofja Loka Castle will allow us to view a rich museum collection. This will be followed by a stop in Bled Castle, with a magnificent view of Lake Bled and its fairy tale island. After trying the traditional “kremšnita” pastry, we will visit the island by “pletna”, a traditional lake boat. On the return, free time in Ljubljana, dinner and overnight.

Day 4: After breakfast a stroll through the Ljubljana old town and a visit to Ljubljana Castle. End of tour after lunch.