From glacial lakes to Alpine peaks, Slovenia is a country that goes big on natural beauty. The small nation (population just 2.1 million) may share a border with Austria, Italy, Hungary, and Croatia, but it holds its own distinct identity and appeal for adventurers, who visit for the cascading water and wooden walkways of the Vintgar Gorge, to hilltop castles in postcard-perfect Ljubljana and tranquil turquoise lakes. Even better, everything is easy to reach – no long car journeys, here, thank you.
says Flashpacker Sara F, who recently traveled to Slovenia with a friend she met on Flash Pack’s Turkey adventure. "It was an opportunity to reconnect with the beauty of nature. I stood in awe at every corner seeing the magic around it."
Sounds good, right?
On Flash Pack’s Adriatic Adventure: Slovenia & Croatia trip, you’ll spend three days exploring the glacial lakes, Alpine peaks, emerald rivers and cobbles of the capital in Slovenia. You’ll take a funicular up to Ljubljana’s picturesque hilltop castle, you’ll canoe along the Sava river, one of Europe’s longest. And, of course, you’ll meander the majestical walkways of the Vintgar Gorge, refuel with local cream cakes, before moving onto the fairytale shores of Lake Bled for a refreshing swim in the glittering water (your first of several lake dips on this adventure). All this before you even step foot in your next country: Croatia.
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I always think of this adventure as a culinary trip – there’s a lot of delicious food and wine, numerous tastings and a chance to explore green and natural landscape
says Alenka, your Adriatic Adventure Pack Leader. "My tip – if you’re on the trip starting on the Saturday – would be to arrive a day earlier on Friday to make the most of Ljubljana’s weekly summer food festival, the Open Kitchen, which runs from March to October. It’s a great chance to eat well and meet local people."
After three days of touring Slovenia you’ll move onto the next section of your Adriatic adventure, where you’ll forage for truffles, taste wine at boutique vineyards and stroll through Roman ruins that’ll rival any you’ve seen in Italy.
This is one of our most popular adventures – we think it’s pretty special. But don’t just take our word for it; hear what others have to say about traveling with Flash Pack to Slovenia and Croatia...
“If you are deciding whether or not to go on the Adriatic Adventure to Slovenia and Croatia JUST DO IT. This was my first Flash Pack experience although I knew nothing about Slovenia, I was completely blown away! It's such a beautiful country and the guide was one of the best parts of the trip! This trip was the perfect mix of adventure and down time – a great combo for making friends with others on your tour. The accommodation was wonderful and sharing a room was a breeze. I’m already looking to book my next trip.” Hillary, traveled on Adriatic Adventure: Slovenia & Croatia
"My trip was incredible with a perfect blend of adventure and relaxation. The group became fast friends and enjoyed spending time together. Our guide was super friendly, helpful, and knowledgeable." Kelsey, traveled on Adriatic Adventure: Slovenia & Croatia
This trip is so popular that there are a limited number of summer 2024 spots remaining (be quick to grab early bird savings on 2025 adventures).
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