Authentic Slovenia Tour: An 8-Day round trip

Visit the area of Lake Bled, Slovenia's most popular tourist destination in the Alps, but discover places that crowds tend to miss: ruins of medieval castles, crystal clear rivers and raging waterfalls, spectacular viewpoints, quaint villages, tasty local food. Learn about the tradition of beekeeping and discover the secrets of honey production. Return to Jezersko for a relaxing evening and another traditional dinner.

Immerse yourself into medieval history of Slovenia. At its peak Žiče Carthusian monastery was the seat of the monastic order and boasted a larger library than Vatican. Enjoy its natural surroundings and imagine the gregorian chants of the monks echoing through this peaceful valley. Ptujska gora church is the best example of Gothic art in Slovenia, with a rare combination of architecture, sculpture and painting. Admire the views of Drava river valley and try and find the mound, which according to local legends is the tomb of Attila the Hun. Spend the night in a boutique hotel in medieval part of Ptuj, the oldest town in Slovenia.

Bela krajina region (the Whitelands), named after white birches, is another remote region of Slovenia. Take a canoe trip down Kolpa river, the Amazon of Slovenia, and enjoy pristine nature and its simphony of bird songs. Attend a workshop to prepare »Belokranjska pogača«, a salty cake, which is a traditional welcome snack of the region. Make the dough, bake the cake, and break bread with your fellow travelers. Taste some excellent local wine and return to the water mill farm for another delicious dinner.