My 9-Day Solo Slovenia Road Trip | Travel Guide & Itinerary

[@akfasso]

I’m coming back to Slovenia in September 2025! I could not be more excited. I’ll be staying in eastern Slovenia before I head north on an Austrian roadtrip. I’m hoping you guys can tell me what I should do in the area! I don’t know too much about the region other than the time I spent in Ptuj. Thanks!

[@Ana_N-mlp]

The old town in Maribor is interesting to see. Then there's the Pohorje plateau just south of Maribor with vast forests, great sights and options for sports activities. The Kocevje forest natural reserve (more to the south east than east of the country) features one of the oldest untouched forests in europe (only some parts are open for visitors; the rest is for researchers only). Logarska valley is an amazing place for an easy trek; it is a picturesque alpine valley with a waterfall at the far end (if you're in a rush and want only to see the waterfall, you can drive, but there's a fee). You may want to look into the Mura river (both for the nature and for the old crafts you can still see in certain areas, like pottery). The Goricko hills in the very northeast of the country are a pleasant place. There are so called tourist farms (turisticna kmetija), where you can have a meal made from the local produce, or stay the night. There are also several hot springs spa resorts in the eastern part of the country, just in case you feel like taking a break and pamper yourself. This may not sound like it belongs in Slovenia, but there's a tropical botanical park (near Dobrovnik), where you can see a myriad of orchids and other tropical plants. Let me know if you're looking for something specific (an interest of yours, or an experience you'd like to have), and I'll see if I can help you out.

[@akfasso]

@@Ana_N-mlp These are all absolutely wonderful suggestions! Thank you for taking the time to write this. Of course, you hit on the natural beauty of the region and that's something I am definitely interested in! As for other interests, I'd happily welcome suggestions for restaurants and vineyards (preferably local favorites -- not just tourist "must see.") Is there anything about this region that I should know about? I've recently learned about Slovenia's beekeeping heritage. Are there any examples of this in the eastern areas?

[@rokpodlogar6062]

a lot of thermal spas in that area, old working water mills, perhaps expano virtual museum(VR through time and place in Prekmurje), lakes, balloon flight, vineyards.

[@akfasso]

@@rokpodlogar6062oooh! The balloon flight sounds intriguing.

[@jurckastelc]

Jeruzalem, Logarska dolina, Rogla, Maribor,

[@NightTimeRush]

Probably the first anglo-american video about slovenija that is not just quickly jumping from seaside ..Ljubljana..and Bled.. but actually represented other cities and villages with culinary stops, a bit of hiking and amazing cinematic portraits of nature. Oh and yes, thank you for researching and correct pronunciation of the places you visited. Sit down, A+. Welcome back anytime 🙋‍♂️

[@akfasso]

Thank you SO much. This comment really means a lot. I appreciate it!

[@BojanMarusic]

Probably the most beautiful video about my country on YT.

[@mously0077]

True👍

[@macktheone8182]

After watching it, I am proud of my Slovenia.🥰

[@jernejvogric7331]

Great video. It was my pleasure to show you our farm and recommend you to visit our store. Welcome back to Slovenia. Best regards.

[@akfasso]

Hi! I'm so glad you found this video. I didn't know how to reach you directly. Thank you SO much again for showing me around. It was a cold, wet day, but you gave me a lovely tour and I really appreciate the time you took to show me the farm. The cheese was DELICIOUS!

[@picengineering-e9l]

Ashley, you’ve made one of the best presentations of Slovenia I’ve ever seen. Congrats! Welcome again.😊

[@akfasso]

Thank you! ❤

[@imepriimek398]

Indeed!

[@Lena-ks5ni]

Give you 5stars for pronunciation of slovenian names and words in general. Yeeey, you! THX for the great video, my country looks even greaeter from your eyes!

[@adarael]

Excellent video! My wife and I did two weeks in Slovenia in September of 2024, and seeing this just makes me want to go back to see all the things we didn't get to (either because they were closed or we ran out of time).

[@akfasso]

Sounds like we were there around the same time! It’s a special country, isn’t it? There’s so much more to see! Thanks for watching.

[@matijaris]

It is not surprising that you've stumbled upon rain in Lake Bohinj, since traditionally Rain has it's babies there, as we say in Slovenia. But I really appreciate your video and hope you'll visit again soon.

[@akfasso]

Love that! As much as rain might obscure a view, I find beauty in how vibrantly green it can make the landscape. I enjoyed it all the same. :) Thank you for watching and leaving this comment!

[@712freakinout]

Thank you for such a detailed review of your trip to Slovenia! I've always wanted to go here and I'm so glad I chanced upon your video (because it's so difficult to find good reviews as it's such an underrated country - which makes it all the more lovely) , as much as I want to visit the places that you've been on my solo trip, i'm bummed that I will be missing out on many because I can't drive. Hopefully I'll be able to find some alternative towns to visit in Slovenia and I hope I'll be able to go there in 2025.

[@akfasso]

Thanks for the comment! I think if you base yourself in Ljubljana, you’ll be able to book tours to other destinations in the country or take the local buses around. You’ll still be able to see and do a lot! Enjoy!

[@jernejulcar8325]

Wow what an incredibly well made video! Pure perfection in every aspect. Made me want to explore my country all over again. Thank you!

[@akfasso]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@jeroenzoujewelwillenweten8284]

Wauw impressive and very professional the best travel video I have seen in years! Your voice over is sublime your English so well understandable for us Dutch non native English speakers. Love also your humour. Will sure look to your videos!

[@akfasso]

Thank you so much! I’m glad you enjoyed the video. Also, I spend a lot of time ensuring my English subtitles are correct, so if you need to turn those on, you can auto-translate to whatever language you prefer!

[@Cosmos1987]

Ever wondered how nice it would be 'spending rest of life in one of these Postcard perfect places' ? I will comeback to watch this vid again..

[@itouchfiendsdotcom]

Your videos are next-level. Love the remote location

[@akfasso]

Thank you so much! That really means a lot.

[@tolstoyed]

i’ve seen a few travel vids about slovenia. this is the one i would happily recommend to anyone planing to vist

[@akfasso]

Thank you! That’s a wonderful compliment. :)

[@daniellecallaghan3693]

This is the best video I have seen on Slovenia. Thank you for sharing! ❤

[@akfasso]

Appreciate it! Hard to make a bad video of such a beautiful country!

[@LisaRobinson-x9n]

We love your detailed, articulate well spoken, and beautifully filmed video. We like that you went to many places and explored other areas. We are planning a trip for our September 40th Anniversary and will use a lot of your information. We were curious of your flight details to get there and your rental car company that you choose. Thank you so much. Looking forward to future videos.

[@akfasso]

Happy anniversary! Slovenia is a wonderful place to celebrate. :) I rented from Alamo right out of Ljubljana airport. As for the flight details, I flew from NY to London (Heathrow) and connected to Ljubljana.

[@JBNCFC]

Absolutely fantastic video! That’s how you show a country off 🙌👍

[@bobv7753]

Thank you Ashley for yet another outstanding travel review! Your commentary, photography & cinematography really drew me into this enchantingly beautiful country. I was captivated from start to finish. I especially like your early morning walks & travels through picturesque villages & nature. I really appreciate your research and comments on the history of the landmarks visited. Thanks also for providing your itinary. I have followed your routes & recommendations before & look forward to doing the same with a future visit to Slovenia 🇸🇮 Best Always to you & followers. BobV

[@akfasso]

Thank you so much, Bob. The landscape and architecture of the country were extraordinary, but the people were really what made it stand out. Hope you enjoy your travels, wherever they may take you!

[@Haights58]

Beautiful Your Videos are so professionally done OMG loved this one Hugs

[@akfasso]

Thank you, Butch!

[@tucaz65]

Great video. I love the fact you ventured to so many off the beaten path locations. We’re heading there in May for the first time!

[@akfasso]

Enjoy your trip!

[@journeyithaki7772]

Beautiful and made me think that I am making the right decision to relocate to Slovenia and make magic happen. I truly enjoyed watching your account on Slovenia

[@akfasso]

Best of luck on your next chapter! Slovenia is beautiful.

[@journeyithaki7772]

@akfasso love the way you said next chapter as this is what I say....for this chapter of my life journey I choose Slovenia. Hope by the time you return my restoration project is well under way

[@sightunseen8483]

At 12:03 you have actually captured 3 common themes at once: beside the power station you have a volunteer fire station and a storks nest on the electric pole. The only thing missing is a hayrack :)

[@akfasso]

Ah! That’s so cool. Didn’t even see the other two. :)

[@suebate1902]

Wonderfull informative video. Really enoyed watching and now planning our own trip.

[@akfasso]

Thank you! Planning the trip is the best part. ;) Enjoy!

[@Nine49_49]

Usually, it's really nice in September...so sorry you got the rainy days! But I'm happy you still enjoyed it. As a small country, we have so much to offer and hopefully you'll be back for round 2!

[@akfasso]

I'll be back this September! I can't wait. Thank you for watching my video. :)

[@Nine49_49]

@akfasso let me know if you want some tips on what to to visit/experience this time

[@akfasso]

@@Nine49_49 Would love any tips you have! I will be spending just under a week in eastern Slovenia before heading out on a road trip through Austria. If you have any suggestions on that side of the country, I welcome them!

[@Nine49_49]

@akfasso I would give another shot to the coastal region, it's so close! In one day, you can do an amazing hike between the coastal cities, experiencing amazing food and views!

[@WalkingTours-TV]

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[@FinanciallyFreeDeeTV]

Just came across your contents and you really have a amazing videos. Keep coming..!🥰🤩

[@akfasso]

Thanks, Free Dee. ;)

[@amitjauhri4847]

Another awesome video, love the stunning visuals and informative narration. Can't wait for the next one!

[@akfasso]

Thanks! Can't wait to share the next one. :) Got some fun adventures planned!

[@cynthiakennedy4769]

Well done, Ashley! ❤

[@akfasso]

Thank you, Aunty! 🤙🏼

[@eftro2266]

Beautifully done. 👏👏👏👏

[@akfasso]

Thanks for watching!

[@BisayainHolland]

seeing the whole video makes me wow. I'll go soon on may alone , but without a car ill go with the bus. !

[@akfasso]

Enjoy your trip!

[@jasminadrzanicsluzbeninasl6190]

Glad that you enjoy your trip.

[@gregrefon]

your pronuntiation is spotless. and a very good job you did at capturing whar Slovenija is.

[@akfasso]

Thank you!!

[@dominikgruskovnjak2511]

There are no more vignette stickers on windshileds since 2021, but e-vignettes, bought online or gas stations. Secondly, sorry for you having such bad weather at bohinj lake. This & sourrounding areas tops all other places in Slovenia.

[@akfasso]

Thanks for letting me know about the stickers!

[@mammamia4252]

Why only 377 likes??? It is such a lovely video, and Slovenia is such a must to visit...

[@akfasso]

Thank you! Slovenia is absolutely a must visit place! Thanks for watching.

[@MCS_Techno]

So nice 👍👍👍

[@samoinborut1339]

Great!

[@joepavone3586]

New subscriber-great videos-keep them coming !

[@akfasso]

Thank you, Joe!

[@ernestkrajnc6412]

You did it all alown?? Whow... 😮

[@akfasso]

And loved every minute of it. 😉

[@sarabartlett4995]

Great informative guide thank you, what time of year did you go?

[@akfasso]

Thanks! September.

[@martinbone2889]

Nice video...but you missed Vipava valley...and Goriska Brda ...all wine regions 😊

[@akfasso]

Don’t worry! I’ll be back. :) There’s so much more to see!

[@monikadrnovscek8282]

@@akfasso I agree with Martin above... Bohinj lake is definitely worth to return (you can take the cable car from there to Vogel mountain 2000m high), also recommend Kočevje reserve with its ancient forests and bears :) Not very touristic even in season, so you'd avoid the crowd. And if you like caves, Škocjan is wilder and more stunning than Postojna (personal opinion). "Tolminske korite" is also a nice place to visit. Actually, I live in Slovenia and explore for 20 years and still have the feeling that I saw NOTHING 😂 I'm sorry you had such a rainy weather. I am happy to hear you still enjoyed your staying. Love from Slovenia, Goriška Brda (also a nice place to visit, better before or after the summer, summers are hot here). PS: Baby in the backpack and a pregnant lady on Slemenova Špica? Just a normal Slovenian family 😂😂

[@akfasso]

Thank you SO much for these suggestions! I’ve added them to my list for the future. You are lucky to live in Slovenia. It is such a beautiful country. I laughed out loud with your comment about the Slovenian family. 😂 Looks like I need to work on my cardio.

[@monikadrnovscek8282]

@@akfasso Actually it is no luck, I moved here from Hungary BECAUSE OF the nature. I am madly in love with mountains and forests. Everyone said I was an idiot leaving my life and pretty good career behind. But it was worth it. Cardio, well 😆 But even in worse condition you can make the trip longer if you take your time. For the most stunning places you need to climb A LOT. And it is better to have company in the high mountains, if anything happens. But it is not impossible to make it. My daughter at her age of 4 made the 1300m elevation to Kriški Podi from Zadnjica (to Pogačnikov dom mountain hut). It took us a day (7 hours), but she did it on her own little feet. Here is a blog with some pics and a video at the end, to get an idea: vnaravo.si/kriski-podi/ If you like ferrata, Mojstrovka is a nice short tour to visit (from Vršič Pass, north side up, south side down). There are plenty of ferratas I just don't want to overwhelm you and either not sure how much you can take. My intension is not to kill you 😆 We need you to make a bunch of other beautiful videos. I really love your attitude discovering new places. The best video about Slovenia I've ever seen made by a foreigner.

[@monikadrnovscek8282]

@@akfasso If you like ferrata, Mojstrovka is a nice short tour to visit (from Vršič Pass, north side up, south side down). There are plenty of ferratas I just don't want to overwhelm you and either not sure how much you can take. My intension is not to kill you 😆 We need you to make a bunch of other beautiful videos. I really love your attitude discovering new places. The best video about Slovenia I've ever seen made by a foreigner.

[@rokpodlogar6062]

that hut on Velika Planina must have cost a fortune :)

[@akfasso]

I don’t love to share cost, because these types of things always change, but I will say that the hut is meant to be split among up to 6 people. 🙃 So, yes…. I splurged for just myself, but I thought the price was pretty reasonable if I had more friends to join. ;)

[@fanforfun3181]

It is a mstake. Štanjel is in Promorska and this region Is southwest. The region that you show is Štajerska wich is north east of Slovenija.

[@akfasso]

Are you referring to what I share around 9:40 in this video? I can assure you, this was Štanjel.

[@fanforfun3181]

​@@akfasso yes sorry. I was watching the line to north east and i didn't saw the name Štanjel on the left side of map. My mistake. By the way it's Žička Kartuzija not Žič.. but anyway you made a good video and also pictures. Don't show too much of our country...leave some gems for us..😀 Next time i wish you better weather.

[@blažjaklič-t2z]

very nice video and I'm glad you liked it here!... but I watched a lot of videos from people who chose to visit slovenia and you all make the same mistake never come to slovenia in september or even oktober it is the worst time and worst weather... so if you come back please come in may or summer or in winter if you like the winter atmosfire 😉 also you should see since you like to hike sedmera jezera(seven rivers in triglav national park) go to planica and from there to Tamar or mojstrana and go to see waterfall peričnik (slap Peričnik) and from there to vintgar gorge

[@akfasso]

Really appreciate the suggestions! I absolutely hope to return there and see even more of this country! Honestly, it's now one of my favorite places. I read about Seven Rivers, but didn't feel I had enough time to pursue it on the day I was in the area. I will have to come back! Also, aside from the few days of rain I shared with you all, the weather was very pleasant! Slightly cool and sunny. No complaints here. :)

[@blažjaklič-t2z]

@akfasso yes if you want to see the beautiful lakes and Mountains (seven lakes in triglav national park) you should make this a one day trip from lake bohinj then go to Stare Fužine and just follow the red sings all the way up by the first lake is a cotage so you can eat and drink something and then go in a different direction and you can see waterfall Slavica and come back to bohinj lake and you make a nice circle around the whole lake in one day😊

[@boyan64]

Nice My Slovenija....and congratulations for good pronounce of Vršič, Šoča...etc ..

[@akfasso]

Thank you! Not perfect, but I tried. :)

[@phantom_not_chopper]

Probably not the best for my vertigo - good way to overcome it I guess

[@igorkamenscek6040]

❤👍

[@l.p.7960]

As usual the east and north regions are empty at your map. There are plenty if things you can explore. Region north of Celje, region Koroška, Maribor, region Pomurje, there are many hidden gems. But very Nice video

[@akfasso]

Thank you for this! I can only imagine there are even more hidden gems than the ones you mentioned! I look forward to returning again someday to uncover even more.

[@peeradasurachet8717]

Which month were you there?

[@akfasso]

Late September.

[@akfasso]

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