Koper1-day Tour
Slovenian Mediterranean and its hinterland.
from 119 €
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Koper1-day Tour
From: €119.00
Slovenian Mediterranean and its hinterland.
HIGHLIGHTS
Explore the ancient city center, discover the magical Venetian palaces and the magnificent views from the City Tower.
Discover its green surroundings, castles, ancient churches and protected wetlands – bird habitats.
Get to know this enchanting landscape, its cultural and historical diversity and its people, stretched between the karst and sub-Mediterranean world.
ITINERARY
Itinerary
- Departure from the main bus station in Ljubljana at 8:00.
- Arrival at the Coast in the early morning. First we will visit the castle Strmec (Socerb), which is the only major fortification on the Karst edge above the coast and offers a magnificent view of the Gulf of Koper and Trieste and the surrounding areas, all the way to Piran.
- Next is a tour of Hrastovelj – a clustered village from the late Middle Ages, known mainly for the Church of St. Trinity, which is painted inside with Gothic frescoes from 1490. The frescoes show the creation of the world, among them the most famous painting is called the Dance of the Dead. This is also the most famous part of the frescoes and represents an extraordinary achievement of medieval iconography.
- From Hrastovelj we will go to the city of Koper, where we will first see the old town. We will ascend to the City Tower, from where there is a beautiful view of Koper and its surroundings, and then the Praetorian Palace, built in the 13th century.
- Next is a visit to the Provincial Museum, which is the most extensive museum in Slovenian Istria with rich collections from prehistory to the splendor of Venetian times and recent history.
- The visit is followed by a longer lunch break, swimming on the city beach or exploring the city on your own.
- After lunch, we will walk through the Škocjanski zatok nature reserve, which is only a stone’s throw away from the hustle and bustle of the city, and see many species of birds and other interesting animal and plant species.
- Next is a visit to the Sečovlje Salina Landscape Park, where the past and the present go hand in hand. The more than 700-year-old tradition of salt-making is still marked by the traditional hand-picking of salt on salt plots.
- The final dinner will follow at the Karjola Inn in Marezige, where we will try a rich selection of traditional Istrian dishes and locally produced refošk.
- We will return to Ljubljana in the late evening.
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.
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