Just north of Croatia on the Dalmatian Coast of the Adriatic Sea, is Slovenia. It is in the Central Europe, bordered by Italy, Austria, Hungary, and Croatia. The coastal city of Piran is the main destination for our cruises that visit Slovenia aboard luxurious ships. It’s a small country with a mix of mountains, lakes, and coastlines. When you visit Slovenia, you can walk the streets of Ljubljana, explore Lake Bled with its island church, and see the caves of Postojna and Škocjan. Our Slovenia tours often include stops in the Julian Alps for hiking and Triglav National Park for nature walks. This city has influences from both the five-century Venetian empire and also the Austria-Hungary empire. The Venetian Gothic architecture that you will see here is complemented by the signature Lipizzaner horses and the birthplace of the famous violinist and composer Giuseppe Tartini. Since Slovenia is just a one-day stop on most cruises, all of our Slovenia cruises feature other destinations throughout the Adriatic Sea too, from Italy over to Croatia.
Slovenia tour packages can take you to the coastal town of Piran or the wine regions near Maribor. The food reflects its neighbors—think fresh seafood, sausages, and pastries like potica. Whether you want a relaxing holiday in Slovenia or an active escape in the mountains, our expert Trip Planners can help design your perfect itinerary
Though most cruises spend just one day in Slovenia as you cruise the Mediterranean towards other destinations, like Italy or Croatia, a city tour of Piran will delight you. This charming and picturesque port town has preserved its medieval atmosphere and even has some of its historic defenses in good condition.
You will have the opportunity to see:
Tartini Square, named for the renowned composer and violinist Giuseppe Tartini.
The Venetian House
The Tartini House, where the violinist was born.
The 19th-century town hall
St. George’s Cathedral
Stunning architecture that reflects both the Venetian empire and the Austro-Hungarian Empire.
