Uniquely Slovenia
By Sarah Etinas
Uniquely Slovenia
By Sarah Etinas
From paddling with Olympic rowers to mountain biking through mine tunnels, Slovenia is home to truly one-of-a-kind experiences.
Escape the ordinary and discover the extraordinarily unique experiences in Slovenia, designated by the "Slovenia Unique Experiences" label. From traditional cheese making to subterranean kayaking, these carefully curated adventures prioritize authenticity and sustainability, perfect for travelers seeking more in-depth experiences into this South-Central European country.
Follow in the Footsteps of Early Cave Explorers in the Postojna Cave
Back in 1818, a cave lamplighter named Luka Čeč discovered the Postojna Cave—and you too can tread the same trails. Don caving boots, a headtorch, and a helmet, and set out on a subterranean adventure filled with river crossings, rope descents, and a whole lot of fun facts about the cave system's history and biodiversity.
Follow in the Footsteps of Early Cave Explorers in the Postojna Cave
Back in 1818, a cave lamplighter named Luka Čeč discovered the Postojna Cave—and you too can tread the same trails. Don caving boots, a headtorch, and a helmet, and set out on a subterranean adventure filled with river crossings, rope descents, and a whole lot of fun facts about the cave system's history and biodiversity.
Team Up with Olympic Rowers on Lake Bled
Experience the beauty of Lake Bled—and Bled Castle at the center—in a whole new way. Row across the lake's pristine waters, taking in the alpine views throughout the multi-hour experience. To take things up another notch, you'll have the best of the best—Slovenian Olympic rowers and top athletes—as your guide on this stunning adventure.
Team Up with Olympic Rowers on Lake Bled
Experience the beauty of Lake Bled—and Bled Castle at the center—in a whole new way. Row across the lake's pristine waters, taking in the alpine views throughout the multi-hour experience. To take things up another notch, you'll have the best of the best—Slovenian Olympic rowers and top athletes—as your guide on this stunning adventure.
Get a Glimpse of Wild Bears
Slovenia's Kočevje forests are home to a thriving population of brown bears. On your visit, you can literally follow in their footsteps, tracking these bruins through the lush landscape with the help of an expert guide. By the time evening rolls around, you'll retreat to a safe, designated observatory, where you can watch these brown bears as they come out to hunt and play in the fading light.
Get a Glimpse of Wild Bears
Slovenia's Kočevje forests are home to a thriving population of brown bears. On your visit, you can literally follow in their footsteps, tracking these bruins through the lush landscape with the help of an expert guide. By the time evening rolls around, you'll retreat to a safe, designated observatory, where you can watch these brown bears as they come out to hunt and play in the fading light.
Kayak through an Underground Mine
Nestled below Mount Peca, the Mežica Mine was mined for lead and zinc for over 350 years. Today, those abandoned mining tunnels are used for a few different adventures, one of which is underground kayaking. First, you'll hop on one of the original mining trains to descend nearly 300 feet underground. With a former miner as your guide, you'll then paddle your way through subterranean lakes and waterways, learning about the many minerals that can be found in this subterranean world as you go.
Kayak through an Underground Mine
Nestled below Mount Peca, the Mežica Mine was mined for lead and zinc for over 350 years. Today, those abandoned mining tunnels are used for a few different adventures, one of which is underground kayaking. First, you'll hop on one of the original mining trains to descend nearly 300 feet underground. With a former miner as your guide, you'll then paddle your way through subterranean lakes and waterways, learning about the many minerals that can be found in this subterranean world as you go.
Take on an Underground Mountain Biking Adventure
In the very same Mežica Mine, another one-of-a-kind adventure awaits: underground mountain biking. Officially known as the Black Hole Trail, this difficult route is filled with tight corners and uneven terrain, and is a fun challenge for even the most experienced of mountain bikers.
Take on an Underground Mountain Biking Adventure
In the very same Mežica Mine, another one-of-a-kind adventure awaits: underground mountain biking. Officially known as the Black Hole Trail, this difficult route is filled with tight corners and uneven terrain, and is a fun challenge for even the most experienced of mountain bikers.
Escape to the Pastoral Velika Planina Plateau
While experiences like paddling with Olympians, tracking wild bears, and mine tunnel mountain biking all have their appeal, sometimes it's nice to embrace a calmer, more peaceful adventure, and the Velika Planina plateau is the ideal destination for that. Amidst the rolling green hills and grazing cows, you'll get to embrace the quiet life of a Slovenian dairy farmer—even going so far as to make the traditional trnič cheese, also called the "cheese of love".
Escape to the Pastoral Velika Planina Plateau
While experiences like paddling with Olympians, tracking wild bears, and mine tunnel mountain biking all have their appeal, sometimes it's nice to embrace a calmer, more peaceful adventure, and the Velika Planina plateau is the ideal destination for that. Amidst the rolling green hills and grazing cows, you'll get to embrace the quiet life of a Slovenian dairy farmer—even going so far as to make the traditional trnič cheese, also called the "cheese of love".
Eat Your Way through Ljubljana's Central Market
Markets are at the heart of just about every Slovenian town, so why not experience the biggest market of all? Ljubljana's Central Market is filled with fresh seasonal fruit and vegetables, homemade salamis and cheeses, piping hot bread from home-milled flour, and so much more, perfect for snacking all along the way.
Eat Your Way through Ljubljana's Central Market
Markets are at the heart of just about every Slovenian town, so why not experience the biggest market of all? Ljubljana's Central Market is filled with fresh seasonal fruit and vegetables, homemade salamis and cheeses, piping hot bread from home-milled flour, and so much more, perfect for snacking all along the way.
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Katie has been consumed by wanderlust from an early age. She is a self-proclaimed "fine arts poster child," and in college she channeled her love of the arts as well as travel into a degree in art history with a focus on Gothic, Renaissance and Baroque European art. Being able to travel and see these works that she's studied firsthand is a passion that Katie loves sharing with her clients. Katie also enjoys arts of the culinary variety! Her love of food and wine has led her all the way from the Viktualienmarkt in Munich to the Michelin starred restaurants of San Sebastian in Spain and the vineyards of Tuscany and Bordeaux. Katie's intimate knowledge of Europe makes her uniquely qualified for crafting the most detailed adventures for her clients. She is also a Disney specialist and believes that you're never too old to enjoy some Disney magic.