sLOVEnia WELLNESS TOUR
Day 1. - Ljubljana
Arrive in Slovenia’s capital, the small yet vibrant Ljubljana. Often described as the hidden gem of Europe, Ljubljana has preserved its small-town friendliness and, at the same time, it has everything all the larger capitals have. In the summer, cafes set up terrace seating along the river, giving a relaxed Mediterranean feel, while in winter it takes on a dreamy central European character.
Check into your hotel for the first of two nights and enjoy a relaxing 30 minute massage each to start you off on your wellness journey.
Day 2. - Explore the city and its surrounded green area
The day is free for you to explore this easily walkable city. Stroll along the meandering Ljubljanica river and stop in the many of the cafes along its banks. Visit the famous Ljubljana Castle and take in the breathtaking views. If you want to explore a beautiful surrounded green area you can join us on our hiking or forest bathing experience“ (optional)
Day 3. - Postojna Cave and Predjama Castle
Pick up your rental car and begin your journey to Portoroz, where you will spend the next 2 nights. On the way stop off and wonder at the magical underground world of Europes most visited tourist caves, the Postojna Caves. During an hour-and-a-half-long guided tour, the unique tourist train will take you to the underground network of karst corridors, galleries and halls. When you are in the area you might visit also amazing medieval castle – Predjama (optional)
Continue on your way to Portoroz, where in the heart of the picturesque Istrian region, on the shore of the Adriatic Sea, the Kempinski Palace Hotel is your home for the next three relaxing nights.
Day 4. - Portorož
After breakfast in the fabulous crystal ballroom, begin your day with the signature “Secret of the Rose” ritual. A 75 minute head to toe pampering experience that will leave you refreshed and rejuvenated. Spend the rest of day indulging in doing nothing but relaxing by the pool or on the beach. Don’t forget to a have a glass of Slovenian wine as you watch the stunning sunset! We can provide you the most unique experience in Slovenian Istria – Truffle hunting and wine tasting (optional).
Day 5. - Lepa Vida - Thalasso
Portorož is famous for its spa tradition in the 13 century the Benedictine monks treated their patients with sea salt and mud therapies. Experience these treatments with a visit to Lepa Vida Thalasso spa at the Piran saltpans.
The unique outdoor spa centre offers traditional thalassotherapy using brine and mud produced by the saltpans. Soak in the brine pools to absorb the health-boosting iodine and magnesium, complete the experience by with a salt pan mud wrap to help ease joint and muscular pain.
Please note the Lepa Vida Thalasso Spa is open from April to October
We recommend you to visit picturesque medieval town of Piran in the afternoon.
Day 6. - A road trip with a difference
An early start to a day that will leave you breathless from the alpine scenery and finish at Lake Bled. Depart Portoroz at 7.30 to arrive at Most na Soči train station. Here you will have the unusual experience of a motorail train, where you load your car on and spend 40 minutes travelling through the mountains, while you relax and take in the sights.
Stop off at Lake Bohinj and fully immerse yourself in the glory of nature.
If you can drag yourself away from the tranquillity continue on to Lake Bled for your two-night stay. Opt to have a full body massage or facial that evening or the following morning.
Day 7. - Lake Bled
Wake up and take in the real life fairytale that is Lake Bled. You have the day to explore. Build up an appetite by hiking up to the various viewpoints around the lake, visit the Castle Bled, row over to the island and ring the wishing bell, even jump in the lake!
After all that activity indulge in the famous Bled cream cake. Later help ease your muscles by bathing in the hotel’s pools of mineral water.
Day 8. - Onwards to Rogaška Slatina
Before you leave Lake Bled, don’t miss Vintar Gorge, A ravine about 4km from Bled, its thought to be one of the most important sights in Slovenia. About 1.6km long it weaves its way through the valley, with waterfalls, pools and rapids and showcases the wonders of nature in every season.
Give yourself about three hours to drive to your final destination, the spa resort town of Rogaska Slatina. Here you will discover the unique water Donut Mg. This special water has the highest concentration of magnesium in the world.
Day 9. - Rogaška Slatina
Today you will enjoy all of what the Spa town of Rogaska Slatina offers. Soak in the thermal pools, use the steam and sauna facilities, be pampered with your choice of x4 20 minute treatments each. and of course take part in the x3 a day drinking therapy of the mineral water Donut Mg.
If your feeling energetic try your hand at nordic walking, want something more chilled then the Tibetan meditation is for you. Whatever your style you’ll find a range of complimentary activities to suit you.
Full board is included and will treat you to a selection of Slovenian treats.
Day 10. - Time to say goodbye...
Enjoy the last of the beauty of Slovenia before travelling back to Ljubljana or Zagreb for your flight home, fully rested and rejuvenated!
Included
Prices start from 1800 eur per person sharing. This is the mid season price. High Season (July and August) is from 1999 eur. Changes can be made to hotels and treatments to reduce the price.
Accommodation on a B&B basis except for Rogaska Slatina which is half board.
Entrance to the Postojna Caves
2x 30-minute treatments at the Grand Union Hotel, Ljubljana.
2x 75 minute “secret of the rose” rituals at the Kempinski Palace Hotel.
2x entrance, brine bathing and 45-minute saltpan mud wrap treatment at Lepa Vida Thalasso Spa.
2x 50-minute massage or facial at the Grand Toplice Hotel, Lake Bled.
4x 20-minute treatments at Rogaska Slatina Grand Hotel.
2 days of drinking therapy at Rogaska Slatina Grand Hotel.
10-day economy car rental.
Please remember this is program can be modified to suit your wellness and travel needs. All prices correct at the time of writing.
If you would like to try our special ayurvedic program we can add you 2 or 3 days therapy (optional)
Give us a call at +386 41 377 030 or email info@lifetime-experience.com to discuss your requirements and get a confirmed price.
Notes on itinerary
Although we do our very best to adhere to the schedule listed above, this itinerary is subject to change for numerous reasons beyond our control.
