The Kolpa River

The Kolpa River is one of the most beautiful rivers in Slovenia. It lies mostly on the border between Slovenia and Croation in the south-east part of Slovenia. There you can find many activities to do, especially in the summer time. Most popular is rafting or kayaking. The river is quite calm so it is suitable for almost anyone even kids. From time to time you will come to some rapids but nothing very special. At some dams you should take a boat down by your hands. Other activities are swimming, camping, cycling, hiking, etc. There are many camping places that can be quite occupied in the high season cause some people prefer to go to Kolpa River than at seaside.

Logar Valley

Logar Valley is one of the most wonderful valley in Slovenia. It lies inside Kamnik-Savinja Alps so when you walk around the valley you have a beautiful view on the mountains around. There is walking trail from the start to the end of the valley but you can also use the car if you prefer. I suggest you to hike if you have time cause you will get most of the valley. On the way through the valley you can see Chapel of Christ the King, source of Crna, Charcoal-burner's Hut, Palenk Waterfal, Plesnik's Elm and the best of all Rink Fall at the end of Valley. If you still have energy then climb to Okreselj Mountain Hut. On the way there you will see source of River Savinja and enjoy in beautiful view on the mountains and Logar Valley. In the neighbourhood of Logar Valley you can see other interesting places like Robanov kot Valley, Solcava, Podolseva with Potocka zijalka Cave, Olseva, etc.

Kranjska Gora

Kranjska Gora is one of the most popular Alpine resort in Slovenia. It is located in the north-east side of Slovenia near Italia and Austria border. There are many ski slopes for different skills and tracks for cross-country skiing. Latter is especially good in Ratece or Planica-Tamar Valley. In summer season there are very good possibilites for hiking, climbing, cycling, etc. Near Kranjska Gora is the highest pass in Slovenia, Vrsic that leads you to Trenta Valley with emerald river Soca. On the way to Vrsic you can stop at Lake Jasna. From there is avery scenic view of Julian Alps. Not so far from Kranjska Gora is Planica-Tamar Valley as it was previously already mentioned. In Planica are organized ski jumps in winter. In summer this valley is perfect for hiking.

Idrija

Idrija is a town located in the south west direction from Ljubljana. Idrija is the oldest mining town in Slovenia with many preserved buildings. The early beginnings are connected with the discovery of mercury, growth, development and extent of the city were directly associated with the growth of the mine. At the end of the 15th century was made a mining settlement that got the market rights in the 17th century. Idrija was ranked among the most important urban centres in Slovenia in the 18th century. Idrija was the second largest city in Carniola until the First World War. In the past was famous for its technological achievements, intensive contacts with the European cities, developed countries and to attracting many top scientists. In Idrija we can visit many natural, cultural, architectural and engineering attractions. The most important are Castle Gewerkenegg with museum, Kamst, Klavze, the walking path by Rake, Antony's shaft, Miner's House, the oldest town Church of the Holy Trinity, Lance School Idrija, Regional park Zgornja Idrija with the lake called Divje jezero (Wild Lake). The lake belongs among the famous natural attractions of the Slovenian heritage. Idrija is also famous for delicious food, called Idrijski zlikrofi.

Pericnik Waterfall

Pericnik Waterfall is one of the most famous waterfalls in Slovenia. It lies in the Triglav National Park in Vrata Valley where you have to turn in town Mojstrana. A few kilometers from Mojstrana is small parking area where you can leave the car and walk about 5-10 minutes to the Lower Pericnik Fall. A little further is also Upper Pericnik Fall. Both are nice and interesting but bigger is Lower Pericnik Fall that can be seen also from the road at parking area. It is possible also to walk below the waterfall.

Old Castle Celje

Old Castle Celje is interesting castle above city Celje open for tourist visits. In summer there you can see theatrical performances, concerts, etc. You can walk on the castle walls, visit wedding hall and scriptorium, sit down in coffeehouse. There is road to the castle but you can also walk there from old town of Celje. It takes about 30 minutes to come to Old Castle Celje by Pelikan's path. From the castle is a very beautiful view on Celje and neighbourhood.

Iski vintgar

Iski vintgar is a beautiful place in Slovenia, not so far from Ljubljana. You can leave the car on the quite big parking area near lodge house Iski vintgar. If you like just short walk and do some refreshment in the cool water in hot summer days then I suggest you to stay on the left bank of river Iska and continue on the way to the end of the path. There you will see nice beach where is possible to swim. If you like more hiking then you have to cross the footbridge and continue on the path to the confluence of river Iska and Zaka. On the way there you will see Rocky solitary -Votli kamen (Hollow Stone). At the confluence you can also possibility to swim a little near another Rocky solitary named Skalni moz (Rocky man).