Visit six Michelin star restaurants in Slovenia and find out why this tiny country in the heart of Europe is emerging as one of the top culinary destinations in the region. Explore the mix of traditional flavors presented in a contemporary manner while visiting Slovenia’s top landmarks, such as Ljubljana, Bled and Soča valley.
DAY 1: ARRIVAL TO NOVA GORICA
Arrival at Venice or Trieste airport and transfer to Nova Gorica, a modern town sitting on the border between Slovenia and Italy. Together with its Italian counterpart Gorizia, the two towns have been awarded the title European Capital of Culture 2025. In the evening you will dine at the restaurant DAM, a proud Michelin star owner. You can choose from a wide range of contemporary-style dishes with a slight emphasis on fish. Night in Nova Gorica.
DAY 2: NOVA GORICA – GORIŠKA BRDA
After breakfast, transfer to the nearby Goriška Brda region, popularly known as Slovenian Tuscany for its beautiful hilly landscape and world-class wine production. The picturesque villages surrounded by vineyards and orchards offer an ideal setting for a beautiful road trip. We will start with a visit to the Gonjače Tower, a 23-meter high lookout point from where you can enjoy a spectacular panoramic view of the entire region: the Julian Alps, the Adriatic Sea, the Friuli Plain in Italy and, of course, the rolling Brda vineyards. We will continue to the picturesque fortified town of Šmartno, a medieval architectural gem with its characteristic defensive walls and narrow cobblestone streets. During the tour, we will enjoy a tasting of local wines at one of the most prestigious family-owned wineries in the area, where you will taste native varieties such as Rebula, accompanied by local produce.
Among the notable historic buildings in the area, you will visit Renaissance-style Vila Vipovže and the beautiful 17th-century Gredič mansion, which also houses an excellent Michelin-recommended restaurant. Overnight in Goriška Brda.
DAY 3: GORIŠKA BRDA – SOČA RIVER VALLEY
After breakfast, transfer north along the emerald Soča River. This beautiful valley is widely recognized as one of the most beautiful places in Slovenia. We can arrange a boat trip or SUP in Most na Soči or you may choose to visit the spectacular Tolminska korita gorge. History buffs may want to take a look at the acclaimed World War I museum in Kobarid that displays the events of the notorious Isonzo front that passed through this area. In the evening, you will enjoy dinner by one of the most famous Slovenian chefs, Ana Roš, at her Hiša Franko, the proud owner of three Michelin stars. Night in the Soča river valley.
DAY 4: SOČA RIVER VALLEY – VRŠIČ PASS – KRANJSKA GORA
This gastronomy trip continues with one of the most scenic rides in Slovenia. The mountain road from Soča Valley over Vršič Pass offers spectacular views of the Julian Alps. There are many natural and cultural points of interest along the way, including the historic Russian chapel and the beautiful Jasna Lake in Kranjska Gora, a popular outdoor center surrounded by high mountain peaks. Dinner and overnight at the Boutique Hotel Milka, where you can enjoy an exquisite modern fusion of Nordic and Alpine gastronomic tradition. Overnight in Kranjska Gora.
Enjoy fine dining at the acclaimed Michelin star restaurants in Slovenia
DAY 5: KRANJSKA GORA – BOHINJ – BLED – RADOVLJICA – LJUBLJANA
After breakfast, transfer to the Bohinj Valley, one of the most pristine places within the Triglav National Park and in all of Slovenia. It is where you can admire the peaks of the Julian Alps reflected on the surface of the largest lake in the country. Then drive to Bled where we can optionally arrange lunch at the Bled Castle. It is like a fairytale castle perched on a hillside above the glacial lake below. Later, don’t miss the opportunity to ring the wishing bell of St. Mary’s church located on the tiny island in the middle of the lake, which is accessed by the traditional boats called pletnas. After finishing your day in Bled, you will dine at Hiša Linhart in picturesque Radovljica, a former stable, now converted into one of the most popular Michelin star restaurants in Slovenia. As the chef will be happy to tell you, many of the dishes are made from “zero-mile” ingredients. Transfer and overnight in Ljubljana.
DAY 6: LJUBLJANA
After breakfast, your private guide will take you on a tour of Ljubljana. Together you will stroll along the banks of the beautiful Ljubljanica River and cross its many bridges, including the Triple Bridge by Ljubljana’s most famous architect, Jože Plečnik, and the elegant Dragon Bridge, which has become a symbol of the city. To reach the top, you can climb to the most strategic point of the city, Ljubljana Castle, located on a hill above the old historic center, and enjoy the views of Ljubljana. Afternoon free to explore Ljubljana on your own, have a coffee in one of the many bars along the river and enjoy the many street performances. Dinner may be served at Strelec, another Michelin star restaurant in Slovenia, located in one of the most charming places in Ljubljana, the picturesque Archer’s Tower of Ljubljana Castle. Overnight in Ljubljana.
DAY 7: LJUBLJANA – CELJE – MARIBOR – ZGORNJA KUNGOTA
The journey continues to the region of Styria (Štajerska). On the way, optional stop in Celje, famous for the largest fortress in Slovenia. It was home to the influential medieval noble dynasty that for a long period of time rivaled the Habsburgs themselves. Continue to Maribor, the second largest city in Slovenia. In Maribor we can optionally arrange lunch at Mak, a Michelin-recommended local restaurant, before exploring its historic center on the banks of the Drava River, where you will find the oldest vineyard in the world. Later, transfer to Kungota, where you can dine at Hiša Denk, another Michelin star restaurant in Slovenia. Overnight in Zgornja Kungota.
*OPTIONAL
If you wish to extend your gastronomic trip to Slovenia, we can add / change an additional day to other parts of Styria (Štajerska), including the oldest town of Ptuj. Drive along the vineyards of Slovenske Gorice and see the heart-shaped road in Špičnik.
DAY 8: KUNGOTA – POSTOJNA – VIPAVA VALLEY
After breakfast transfer to the other side of the country. On the way stop at Postojna to visit one of the most jaw-dropping caves in Slovenia, welcoming visitors since the 19th century. In the afternoon lunch at the last one of Michelin star restaurants in Slovenia – Pri Lojzetu – located above the stunning Vipava valley. Later you can choose to visit one more wine caller, which this region has no shortage of, or stroll through the one of the picturesque villages like Goče. Night in Vipava valley.
DAY 9: VIPAVA VALLEY – SLOVENIAN COAST
Finish your gastronomy tour of Slovenia with a day on the coast. Visit the city of Koper and admire its Romanesque, Gothic, Renaissance and Baroque constructions. Continue your journey to Piran, known for its well-preserved Venetian architecture. In the afternoon, you can choose to do one last foody adventure and go truffle hunting or visit the renowned fish farm and try its delicious products. Night on the coast.
DAY 10: SLOVENIAN COAST – END OF TRIP
Breakfast. Free time before transfer to the airport for your return flight. Of course, you can stay an extra day or two if time permits.
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