4 Castle Day Trips in Slovenia Worth the Trip

1.Bled Lake with island and castle – small group – day trip from Ljubljana

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 151 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $111Our pick

This 5-hour afternoon trip takes you from Ljubljana to Lake Bled in a van for up to eight people. An English-speaking guide such as Faris, Borina, or Primus explains local history, then gives you time for the optional Pletna boat ride to Bled Island and Bled Castle. Boat and castle fees require extra planning.

“Fabulous morning trip, lovely and helpful guide and of course Bled was beautiful - helped 20' and lovely sunshine. Easy pick up and drop off and informative friendly guide.”

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2.Bled Lake with Postojna Cave & Castle – small group – day trip from Ljubljana

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 127 reviews · 10 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $193

Travel from Ljubljana in a group of up to eight with an English-speaking guide to Lake Bled, Bled Castle, Postojna Cave, and Predjama Castle. You will ride Postojna’s underground train, walk through a vast karst cave, and have the option of taking a traditional Pletna boat to Bled Island. The day lasts about 10.5 hours and includes considerable walking.

“This is for the productive and quick on your feet traveler who wants to do both Bled and Postojna caves and castles. Our tour guide Tai as her nickname goes she was able to cater to a predominantly Spanish speak group of 7 and I was able to practice my Spanish from all over: Spain, Chile, Colombia. Kudos to T and keep up the fantastic work!”

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3.Postojna Cave and Castle Small-Group Day trip from Ljubljana

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 101 reviews · 5 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $128

Travel from Ljubljana in a small, air-conditioned vehicle to Predjama Castle and Postojna Cave. Expect an electric train through the cave, a guided or audio-guided castle visit, and about five and a half hours on the road. Guides such as Matej, Ksenija, Luka, and Tajsa have been praised for adding useful local history.

“Great guide! She was extremely knowledgeable about the whole country and its history. She was able to add much more to the stories of our destinations than we got from their on site tour guides.”

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4.Bled lake, island & castle | Private half day trip from Ljubljana

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 7 reviews · 5 hours (approx.)

Travel privately from Ljubljana to Lake Bled with a driver-guide such as Patrick, Antonio, or Jan. You get hotel pickup, a flexible start, time at the lake, an optional Pletna boat to Bled Island, and an optional visit to Bled Castle. Admission fees are extra, so budget for them before booking.

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