Idrija žlikrofi festival1-day tour
Discover the UNESCO World Heritage Site.
from 129 €
Adults
Gastronomy
UNESCO
Idrija žlikrofi festival1-day tour
From: €129.00
Discover the UNESCO World Heritage Site.
HIGHLIGHTS
The Idrija žlikrofi dumpling is the first Slovenian product that were declared by the European Commission as a guaranteed traditional speciality of the European Union. It is a typically shaped national dish made from dough stuffed with a potato filling. Since 1st January 2010, žlikrofi have been entered in the European Commission registered as a protected product.
ITINERARY
The bus will depart at 7am from Ljubljana or from an agreed place for groups. The journey begins with a drive through the countryside beneath Mt. Blegoš, whose natural and unique secrets have long been a source of inspiration. Its beauty and tales make the valley a scene of love: for oneself, for one’s neighbours and for nature. Our first stop will be to visit the birthplace of two important Slovenian painters who worked in this area in the second half of the 19th century. We will visit the local cultural centre with its interesting museum collection, which leads visitors into a real creative experience, and also see caricatures of other famous people from the area.
After visiting the museum, we will walk to see a famous church that is also mentioned in records by Janez Vajkard Valvazor. We will walk to the church via a covered footbridge with a gabled roof, which is another special feature of this area, and see the interior of the church with its frescoed vaults. Our trip will continue towards the hard-to-reach Pasica gorge, where we will see another very important cultural monument that was declared a monument of national importance in 1999 and which Slovenia is striving for UNESCO to add to its list of world cultural heritage.
We will get back on the bus for the drive to Idrija, where we will visit one of the most famous Slovenian festivals, where there will be a chance to sample traditional Idrija dishes, choose from a wide range of local and regional food products and enjoy the varied accompanying programme. We will end our day with dinner at a local restaurant before getting back on board the bus for the journey home.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Good to Know | Tour start | 8:00 departure from the main bus station in Ljubljana. |
| End of tour (approximately) | 22:00 |
| Minimum number of participants | 4 |
| Luggage | You are limited to 14kg of luggage per person. This should be one luggage case, similar to an airplane bag (approximately 55 cm x 45 cm x 25 cm / 22in x 17in x 10in) and a small bag for personal items in the cabin. |
| Important information | Pack waterproof clothing and hiking boots. People under the age of 18 are not allowed on the tour. |
| On | Transport in a 9-seater combined vehicle. Air conditioning standard. Guidance and services of an English-speaking combined vehicle guide. |
| Supplements | Admission |
Do you offer hotel pickups in the departure cities?
To speed up your departure, we only pick up from our central meeting points. What is more is leaving the city using the most direct route also reduces the carbon footprint of our tours.
Is there parking close to the departure point?
There are usually public parking spaces in the vicinity of our departure city points. However, sometimes it can be hard to find parking, so we recommend using public transportation services whenever possible.
When should I get to the departure point?
Arrive 15 minutes before your departure time. Due to waiting restrictions, we can’t wait for you if you’re late.
What happens if I’m late or miss the tour?
If you’re late for your tour, our cancellation policy applies.
What are your cancellation policies?
We have a cancellation period of 14 days for our one-day tours, and 21 days for longer tours. If cancelled outside this period, we will give you a full refund minus a 10% admin charge or 25€ (what is more). If you cancel inside this period, refunds are at our discretion. Click here to view full terms and conditions .
What is a guaranteed departure?
Departure is guaranteed only if minimum number of participants stated next to each tour is reached. In case of cancellation of your booked tour, we will notify you at least 21 days before departure. In this case, you are entitled to a full refund.
Can I pre-book a specific seat?
Due to logistical reasons, we are unable to let you pre-book a seat. But our comfortable 9-seat vans have large windows. So, you will always get a good view.
Are there toilets on the vans?
Unfortunately, we have no on-board toilet facilities, but you will have regular comfort breaks.
How do you cater for people with accessibility needs?
We aim to accommodate everyone. In case of special needs please click here to contact us.
Do you take children on your tours?
We regret we do not carry children under the age of 6 on our scheduled tours. Children up to 5,99 years are allowed only on a la carte tours.
You can ask us about the tours we recommend for younger children. And if your child is less than 1.5 m tall, you should let us know, so we can provide them with a suitable booster seat.
How much time do I get off the bus?
We want you to enjoy Slovenia. And we believe the best way to do this is to get you off the van and out exploring. So, we give you plenty of time to take photos, go walking, and explore ancient ruins.
Why do you exclude visitor attractions?
We exclude visitor attractions in your tour price because it lets you travel your way. It means you can pamper yourself with a luxury lunch or skip an attraction whenever you feel like it.
Do we need to bring our own lunch?
You do not need to. We stop in small towns, villages, and rural eateries where you can choose whatever meal pleases both your taste buds and your budget.
Should I tip the driver-guide?
Let us be honest, our driver-guides would never refuse a cheeky bonus. But it is up to you, and the amount is entirely at your discretion.
What about travel insurance?
Travel insurance is not included in the price. We advise you take out travel insurance.
I have more questions, who can help me?
If you have any more questions, you can contact us here.
- Transport as described in the programme including road tolls and parking fees
- Tourist guide for the entire trip
- Stops to see other attractions, as described in the programme
- Dinner at a local homestead
- Visit to the festival
- Organisation and running of the entire trip
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