Zagreb - Maribor - Ljubljana - Savinja River Valley (Self Drive)
❮Zagreb - Maribor - Ljubljana - Savinja River Valley (Self Drive)
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This 10 night sample itinerary includes:
- Flight into and out of Zagreb
- Hotel for 2 nights in Zagreb
- Rental Car for 9 days
- Hotel for 2 nights in Maribor
- Hotel for 3 nights in Ljubljana
- Hotel for 2 nights in Savinja River Valley
- Hotel for 1 night in Zagreb
Driving Time
Zagreb- Maribor: 1 hr. 40 mins. approx.
Maribor - Ljubljana: 1 hr. 30 mins. approx.
Ljubljana - Savinja River Valley Area: 1 hr. 30 mins. approx.
Savinja River Valley - Zagreb: 2 hrs. 50 mins. approx.
Journey through Croatia and Slovenia, visiting four of their most memorable cities with this customizable package. Begin in Zagreb (a vibrant destination with modern shops and fascinating museums) and then, drive to Maribor (Slovenian mountain city with a deep winemaking heritage) and continue to Ljubljana (capital city) and then, finally continue to Savinja River Valley and finally back to Zagreb to fly out. This is a flexible vacation package. Select your number of nights in each city, desired hotels and activities.
Flexible Itinerary
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Zagreb
Day 1Arrive to Zagreb
Overnight in ZagrebDay 2Overnight in ZagrebDay 3Departing from Zagreb
Transportation to next city by: By Car -
Maribor
Day 3Arrive to Maribor
Overnight in MariborDay 4Overnight in MariborDay 5Departing from Maribor
Transportation to next city by: Regional Air -
Ljubljana
Day 5Arrive to Ljubljana
Overnight in LjubljanaDay 6Overnight in LjubljanaDay 7Overnight in LjubljanaDay 8Departing from Ljubljana
Transportation to next city by: Regional Air -
Savinja River Valley
Day 8Arrive to Savinja River Valley
Overnight in Savinja River ValleyDay 9Overnight in Savinja River ValleyDay 10Departing from Savinja River Valley
Transportation to next city by: Regional Air -
Zagreb
Day 10Arrive to Zagreb
Overnight in ZagrebDay 11Departing from Zagreb
Croatia
Croatia is a fast-growing European travel destination, as Americans are discovering a destination that Europeans have visited for decades. It has some of the most popular beaches in Europe, with the numerous islands offshore considered to have the best beaches. Croatia is also known for its history and natural beauty, offering opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking, kayaking, and mountain climbing at its many national parks such as Plitvice Lakes. It also offers the chance to learn about Croatian history by visiting its many walled cities (such as Dubrovnik, Trogir, and Korcula), Roman-era buildings (of which Diocletian's Palace is perhaps the best known), and religious buildings such as Zagreb Cathedral in the country's exquisite capital.
Slovenia
For such a small nation, Slovenia, at the crossroads of Central and Eastern Europe, offers so many distinct vacation opportunities. People who want a city getaway will fall in love with Ljubljana, the capital and largest city. Winter sports enthusiasts will be right at home on the ski slopes near Lake Bled and nearby Lake Bohinj. A countryside getaway wouldn't be complete without a tour of Styria and the culturally significant Lasko Valley. Finally, a summer getaway is easily within reach if you sun yourself on the beaches of the Slovenian Riviera in towns such as Koper, Piran, and Portoroz.
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Zagreb
Zagreb is the cultural, scientific, economic, political and administrative center of Croatia. It is known as the City of Museums, as there are more of them per square foot than any other city in the world. Zagreb is a vibrant, modern destination with a variety of shops, quality restaurants and sports and recreation facilities. The historical part of the city to the north is comprised of the Upper Town and Kaptol, a medieval urban complex of churches, palaces, museums, galleries and government buildings. Of particular note is the breathtaking Gothic-style Zagreb Cathedral, from which the entire city was born.
Explore the Kaptol, Upper Town, Lower Town, Zagreb Cathedral, St. Mark's Church, Art Pavilion, Mestrovic Pavilion, Mimara Museum, Lotrscak Tower, Kamenita vrata, Ilica, King Tomislav Square, Lenuci's Horseshoe, Ban Josip Jelacic Square, and so much more. -
Maribor
Maribor, Slovenia's second-largest city, feels cozy and provincial, but looks can be deceiving. Its young, cosmopolitan university population keeps the town lively year-round, and the city's emphasis on promoting the arts resulted in Maribor being named the European Capital of Culture in 2012. Travelers will enjoy strolling the pedestrian-only streets of the historic Old Town, located on the picturesque Drava River. The hills and valleys around the city are known the world over for challenging hiking trails as well as expansive vineyards.
Visit and explore the Main Square, Pohorje Ski Resort, Maribor Castle, Maribor Cathedral, Maribor Water Tower, Maribor Synagogue, Plague Column, Judgement Tower, Betnava Mansion, Maribor Regional Museum, Maribor Island, and so much more. -
Ljubljana
Ljubljana, long overlooked by American travelers in favor of adjacent European capitals like Vienna and Budapest, is now a city on the rise. Visitors only need a few moments to walk the pedestrian-only streets in the city center to feel the old-world historic charm, coupled with the youthful energy exuding from the local university population. Beautiful and vibrant, travelers will quickly learn that Ljubljana has a lot to offer to all who visit. You can sip a cup of coffee and enjoy live music in the Metelkova mesto commune, sail lazily along the winding Ljubljanica River, browse art galleries and take in a ballet, all within walking distance from each other.
Visit and explore the Ljubljana Castle, Ljubljanica River, Metelkova mesto, Cathedral of St. Nicholas, Triple Bridge, Butchers' Bridge, Cobblers' Bridge, Congress Square, Preseren Square, Slovenska cesta, Mount Saint Mary, Tivoli Park, and so much more. -
Savinja River Valley
The towns of the Savinja River Valley are popular vacation destinations for travelers to Slovenia. The region is sure to make a memorable impression, noteworthy for a compact region such as this, where the river flows for just 63 miles from Rinka Falls, one of the highest waterfalls in Slovenia, to the Sava River south of the region's two major towns, Celje and Laško. Laško is known as a spa town and the hometown of the popular Laško Brewery, which is Slovenia's largest. Celje, the largest city in the region, is one of Slovenia's most industrialized towns and is home to a number of historic buildings, such as a 13th-century Franciscan abbey and a 15th-century water tower which once was part of the town's defensive infrastructure.
Visit and discover the Savinja Alps, Celje, Laško, Rinka Falls, Zidani Most, Logar Valley, and so much more. -
Zagreb
Zagreb is the cultural, scientific, economic, political and administrative center of Croatia. It is known as the City of Museums, as there are more of them per square foot than any other city in the world. Zagreb is a vibrant, modern destination with a variety of shops, quality restaurants and sports and recreation facilities. The historical part of the city to the north is comprised of the Upper Town and Kaptol, a medieval urban complex of churches, palaces, museums, galleries and government buildings. Of particular note is the breathtaking Gothic-style Zagreb Cathedral, from which the entire city was born.
Explore the Kaptol, Upper Town, Lower Town, Zagreb Cathedral, St. Mark's Church, Art Pavilion, Mestrovic Pavilion, Mimara Museum, Lotrscak Tower, Kamenita vrata, Ilica, King Tomislav Square, Lenuci's Horseshoe, Ban Josip Jelacic Square, and so much more.
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Explore the Kaptol, Upper Town, Lower Town, Zagreb Cathedral, St. Mark's Church, Art Pavilion, Mestrovic Pavilion, Mimara Museum, Lotrscak Tower, Kamenita vrata, Ilica, King Tomislav Square, Lenuci's Horseshoe, Ban Josip Jelacic Square, and so much more.
Visit and explore the Main Square, Pohorje Ski Resort, Maribor Castle, Maribor Cathedral, Maribor Water Tower, Maribor Synagogue, Plague Column, Judgement Tower, Betnava Mansion, Maribor Regional Museum, Maribor Island, and so much more.
Visit and explore the Ljubljana Castle, Ljubljanica River, Metelkova mesto, Cathedral of St. Nicholas, Triple Bridge, Butchers' Bridge, Cobblers' Bridge, Congress Square, Preseren Square, Slovenska cesta, Mount Saint Mary, Tivoli Park, and so much more.
Visit and discover the Savinja Alps, Celje, Laško, Rinka Falls, Zidani Most, Logar Valley, and so much more.
Explore the Kaptol, Upper Town, Lower Town, Zagreb Cathedral, St. Mark's Church, Art Pavilion, Mestrovic Pavilion, Mimara Museum, Lotrscak Tower, Kamenita vrata, Ilica, King Tomislav Square, Lenuci's Horseshoe, Ban Josip Jelacic Square, and so much more.