Relaxed 10-Day Slovenia Self-Drive Road Trip With Itinerary from Ljubljana to Bled and Kobarid

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Sit back and enjoy a relaxed 10-day self-drive holiday in Slovenia. Along the way, Ljubljana, Bled, Bohinjska Bela, Podhom, Ukanc, Ribčev Laz, Stara Fužina, Kranjska Gora, Podkoren, Bovec, Čezsoča, Žaga, Kobarid, Žabče, Predjama, Veliki Otok, and Planina invite you to discover their unique blend of culture, scenery, and memorable experiences.

Travel freely with this relaxed self-drive package in Slovenia, designed for comfort and exploration. Spend 3 nights in Ljubljana, 4 nights in Bled, and 2 nights in Kobarid, staying at top-rated hotels near the heart of each city. Between drives, indulge in local cuisine, sip refreshing drinks, and enjoy the vibrant atmosphere at popular restaurants and bars along your road trip route in Slovenia.

Your journey starts in Ljubljana, where your rental car with CDW insurance will be ready for pickup. Choose a vehicle that suits your style, then set off on your 10-day relaxed road trip in Slovenia to explore its rich culture, fascinating history, and stunning landscapes.

Every stop on this leisurely self-drive holiday comes with handpicked accommodations that make relaxation effortless. Choose from elegant 5-star hotels with breathtaking views or comfortable 3-star stays that offer excellent value, all providing a welcoming retreat after a day on the road.

With your self-drive itinerary in Slovenia already planned, you’ll enjoy the country’s most celebrated sights without the rush. Marvel at the stunning Postojna Cave and soak in the atmosphere of the magnificent Ljubljana Castle.

Enjoy each stop as you explore the history, architecture, and character of each destination on this Slovenia road trip itinerary for 10 days.

As you travel between destinations, you’ll have plenty of time to explore local markets and boutique shops. These stops give you the chance to find unique souvenirs, taste regional specialties, and experience everyday life in Slovenia.

If you want to make your 10-day relaxed self-drive tour in Slovenia even more memorable, add optional tours or activities. Join a guided excursion, discover hidden neighborhoods, or spend an afternoon in your favorite market. Each choice deepens your connection to the places you visit.

Alongside these experiences, your laid-back self-drive package in Slovenia includes 9 nights in comfortable hotels, a rental car for 10 days, and convenient access to nearby dining options. You can also add flights and entry tickets to shape the trip exactly how you want it. With 24/7 travel support and a mobile app keeping your itinerary and documents organized, you can enjoy a relaxed drive and savor every mile of the road ahead.

Turn your travel plans into reality. Book your 10-day relaxed self-drive road trip in Slovenia today and enjoy a journey filled with discovery, freedom, and unforgettable moments!

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Day 1

Day 1

  • Ljubljana - Arrival day
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  • Prešeren Square
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Your relaxed road trip through Slovenia starts when you reach the incredible city of Ljubljana, where you'll stay for 2 nights. You'll pick up your rental car in Ljubljana and begin your adventure in Slovenia.

Ljubljana is a beautiful city with plenty to discover. Taking a stroll in the city center is a great alternative. Soak in the lovely atmosphere and sit down for a bit to eat or drink.

As afternoon approaches, head to your chosen hotel in Ljubljana. Check-in typically starts around 2 to 4 PM at hotels in Slovenia. We recommend staying at a central location for easy access to key areas in the city.

As dinnertime approaches, it's time to head out for a bite to eat. If you are looking to dine at a popular restaurant in Ljubljana, it's often a good idea to reserve a table in advance.

Before calling it a day, visit one of the best bars in Ljubljana. There, you can look back on the highlights of today’s pleasant and invigorating travel experiences, have friendly conversations with locals, and unwind.

Raise a toast as you look back on the highlights of today’s relaxed road trip in Slovenia. Enjoy your first taste of Ljubljana as you soak in the city’s unique vibe.

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Day 2

Day 2

  • Ljubljana
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Drive 9 km, 51 min

  • Dragon Bridge
  • House of illusions
  • Congress Square
  • Natural History Museum of Slovenia
  • Tivoli City Park
  • Ljubljana Zoo
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Another way to make your easygoing and relaxed road trip in Slovenia more special is by joining unique tours and activities.

When it’s time to eat, the city has a variety of restaurants and cuisines to suit your palate and complement your relaxed road trip experience. Take a leisurely walk around Ljubljana, while looking for a place to eat. Or, check out our top recommendations and treat yourself to a nice meal.

After dinner, it’s time to fall in love with the amazing nightlife in Ljubljana and unwind at some of the best bars in the city.

Grab a drink and enjoy every passing minute of this night of your relaxed road trip experience in Slovenia!

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Day 3

Day 3

  • Ljubljana
  • Bled
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Drive 70 km, 1 hour 38 min

  • Lake Bled
  • Love bench - Ojstrica
  • Soteska Vintgar
  • Bled Castle
  • Zdraviliški park
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Day 3 of your relaxed road trip across Slovenia offers a day of exciting discoveries. You’ll end your day in Bled, where you’ll stay for 4 nights.

Continue your laid-back road trip in Slovenia as you make your way to Bled. Here, you’ll find top hotels and accommodations in the town, perfect for relaxing and recharging.

When you’re not driving and exploring some of the best places in Slovenia, it’s time to make your relaxed road trip even more comforting. Sit down for a lovely meal at one of the best restaurants in Bled.

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Bled’s best bars to celebrate this day of your slow-paced adventure in Slovenia.

Look back at an amazing day filled with adventure in Slovenia. And don’t forget to get some rest so you can continue your relaxed holiday in Slovenia tomorrow with new energy.

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Day 4

Day 4

  • Bled
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Drive 81 km, 1 hour 56 min

  • Savica
  • Lake Bohinj
  • Pokljuka gorge
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Your relaxed road trip in Slovenia continues on day 4 with more unforgettable memories to make. Today, you’ll get to know Slovenia better by exploring the top attractions of Bled and beyond. With 3 nights left in Bled, you’ll still have time to eat and unwind at popular restaurants and bars in the town.

When you’re done exploring the area’s best attractions, you’ll drive back to your accommodation in Bled.

When you’re not driving and exploring some of the best places in Slovenia, it’s time to make your relaxed road trip even more comforting. Sit down for a lovely meal at one of the best restaurants in Bled.

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Bled’s best bars to celebrate this day of your slow-paced adventure in Slovenia.

Toast to another amazing day in Slovenia!

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Day 5

Day 5

  • Bled
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Drive 68 km, 1 hour 25 min

  • Vogel Ski Resort
  • Cerkev Sv Janeza Krstnika
  • Korita Mostnice
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On day 5 of your relaxed road trip across Slovenia, you’ll explore the area around Bled, where you’ll be staying for another 2 nights. With so many fun and inspiring experiences to offer, a tour of Bled will make you fall even more in love with the town and uniqueness of Slovenia.

When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll return to Bled and your accommodation.

Mealtimes are the perfect opportunities to immerse yourself in the local culture of Slovenia. When you're not appreciating the best places to visit in Bled, explore the town like a local by trying out the best restaurants in the area.

As the day is coming to an end, retreat to your hotel for some rest, or head out to a bar to celebrate your time in Bled. The bars in Bled make the perfect setting for a laid-back drink and chilled hangout with your travel companions.

Raise your glass in celebration of your freedom and relaxed road trip adventure in Slovenia!

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Day 6

Day 6

  • Bled
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Drive 117 km, 2 hours 20 min

  • Planica Nordic Center
  • Zelenci Nature Reserve
  • Jezero Jasna
  • Vršič Pass
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On day 6 of your relaxed road trip in Slovenia, you’ll start your self-paced adventure in Bled and visit amazing attractions in Kranjska Gora, Podkoren, and Bovec, just outside the town. You still have 1 night left in Bled, so today is another excellent opportunity to dine at some of the top-rated restaurants and bars in the area.

When you’re done exploring the area’s best attractions, you’ll drive back to your accommodation in Bled.

After a laid-back day of exploring top attractions in the area, it’s an excellent idea to sit down for a lovely and peaceful dinner. We’ve collected the most recommended restaurants in the town for you, so you can check out the menus and make your reservation in advance.

Take a stroll around the area, head back to your accommodation for the night, or continue your evening at one of the best-rated bars in the town.

Grab yourself a drink and savor every moment of your relaxed road trip experience in Slovenia!

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Day 7

Day 7

  • Bled
  • Kobarid
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Drive 118 km, 2 hours 38 min

  • Fort Kluže
  • Virje Falls
  • Bovec-canyoning
  • Slap Boka
  • Soča River Viewpoint
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Day 7 of your self-drive tour in Slovenia offers a chance to experience the country’s diversity. You’ll stay in Kobarid for 2 nights. Along the way, you’ll glimpse local life and explore some of the most remarkable places in Slovenia.

In Kobarid, you’ll find plenty of places to unwind after a day on the road. Our top recommendations go perfectly with your laid-back road trip in Slovenia.

When it’s time to eat, the village has a variety of restaurants and cuisines to suit your palate and complement your relaxed road trip experience. Take a leisurely walk around Kobarid, while looking for a place to eat. Or, check out our top recommendations and treat yourself to a nice meal.

After dinner, it’s time to fall in love with the amazing nightlife in Kobarid and unwind at some of the best bars in the village.

Grab a drink and enjoy every passing minute of this night of your relaxed road trip experience in Slovenia!

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Day 8

Day 8

  • Kobarid
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Drive 40 km, 59 min

  • Tolmin Gorges
  • Kobarid Museum
  • Napoleon's Bridge
  • Waterfall Kozjak
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Throughout the day, make sure to take breaks to appreciate the surroundings.

Gain a one-of-a-kind experience on your unhurried and relaxed road trip across Slovenia by joining a traveler-approved tour in Ljubljana. There are so many fun and eye-opening activities to try out in Ljubljana that will make your slow-paced self-drive tour in Slovenia more memorable.

Exploring new places makes you hungry. Luckily, Kobarid has multiple restaurants that offer fantastic dining experiences to continue your laid-back and stress-free discovery of the village.

Experience the amazing nightlife in Kobarid and unwind at the coolest bars in the village.

Raise your glass and relax after another big day of your leisurely paced road trip in Slovenia!

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Day 9

Day 9

  • Kobarid
  • Ljubljana
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Drive 207 km, 3 hours 21 min

  • Škocjan Caves
  • Predjama Castle
  • Postojna Cave
  • Planina Cave
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Day 9 of your easy, relaxed road trip through Slovenia lets you travel at your own pace and visit multiple places in a single day. By evening, drive toward the Ljubljana, where you’ll stay at a top-rated hotel of your choice for 1 night.

When you’re not exploring beautiful places, you can relax in Ljubljana. Here, you can choose from the best hotels and other accommodations as you get to know more about the culture in the city.

After a laid-back day of exploring top attractions in the area, it’s an excellent idea to sit down for a lovely and peaceful dinner. We’ve collected the most recommended restaurants in the city for you, so you can check out the menus and make your reservation in advance.

Take a stroll around the area, head back to your accommodation for the night, or continue your evening at one of the best-rated bars in the city.

Toast to another amazing day in Slovenia!

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Day 10

Day 10

  • Ljubljana - Departure day
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  • Ljubljana Castle
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Day 10 of your relaxed road trip in Slovenia is your departure day. If you’re flying home, return your rental car with time to spare.

Over a good meal, take a moment to unwind and reflect on the past 10 days of your relaxed road trip.

The unforgettable experiences you’ve collected along your 10-day relaxed road trip in Slovenia is a story you will tell for the rest of your life.

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Shortly after booking, you’ll receive your full itinerary, including schedules, locations, and everything you need for a stress-free trip.
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Each package includes a professionally crafted itinerary you can tailor to your travel style. A dedicated travel expert will make sure every detail fits your needs perfectly.
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Need to update plans? No problem. Whether before your trip or mid-journey, we’re just seconds away to help with quick adjustments.
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With everything from accommodations to activities pre-arranged, our packages save you hours of research—so you can spend more time enjoying your trip, not planning it.
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