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Great ideas for your active holidays in Slovenia


Ljubljana city breaks as you'll soon find out, has it all for discerning travellers, happy families and even a Ljubljana stag party. One can enjoy green parks, fine architecture, cosmopolitan cafes, museums and sports centres. For the thrill seekers there's: go-karting in Slovenia, white water river rafting, Quad bikes and paintballing. If you're looking to relax, then one can take a gentle cruise, visit Lake Bled or imdulge in one of the many fine restaurants along Ljubljana famous riverside.

The Tivoli is the capitals largest and most beautiful park, which extends to the very city centre. This is the green heart of the Slovenian capital. Tivoli Park is a meeting point for athletes, families, dog walkers, foreign explorers and all admirers of city nature. The park is always a hub of activity, whether summer, winter, week or weekend. If your explorations and adventures have incited a need for some R&R during your short break in Ljubljana then try Tivoli Park is a great idea. Not only will you find recreation facilities like tennis, swimming and 5-a side football tournaments for sports tours but you can also discover the marvelous Cekin Castle at the top of the park. We advise all our weekend breaks clients visiting to Ljubljana to enjoy the chestnut-lined walks in this gorgeous park.

Another pleasant place to unwind is the Botanical gardens, which contains over 4,500 plant species and has been open since 1810. The city zoo, which is located in protected parkland on the southern slopes of Roznik Hill is another great tourist attraction especially for those Summer holiday breaks.

Visit the Brewery museum. The Union Brewery is proud of its rich history and wishes to pass one of the oldest industrial heritages to future generations. It was for this reason that the Brewery Museum was established in 1987; indeed, it was the first museum of brewing in the territory of Slovenia and one of the largest on the European continent. The Museum is not merely a reminder of the past, it also aims to help people understand the significance of the development of new technologies. It’s a great excursion, suitable for groups on their stag weekend in Ljubljana and for more discerning travellers.

Apart from great food, friendly locals, terrific wine, fascinating museums, opera & ballet what else can the Slovenians offer us? What about adventure activities! In Slovenia, one can try Quad biking, go karting and experience hovercraft rides. For speed freaks, you’ll love these activities, guaranteed to get the heart racing. We recommend these extreme activities for Ljubljana stag parties of over 8 people to make it costs effective. Driving sports activities are very popular amongst the lad dos that come to Slovenia, but are as equally popular with our corporate incentive break clients.

For activity holidays, thrill seekers, stag weekends in Ljubljana and DMC trips, there’s no better team activity than White water rafting. Yes Slovenia also offers excellent grade 3 white water rafting possibilities down the Soca River as well as canoeing and other fun river activities. We suggest these activities for at least groups of 8 people. We arrange transfers, equipment, instruction, lunch and an incredible experience. Book white water rafting for a Team building day or amazing Slovenia hen & stag weekend.

What other great ideas do we suggest? How about Paintballing or laser games? These are popular amongst our corporate clients and the many sports tours that come for an exciting weekend abroad. If you don’t like the idea of playing army, what about Skiing and winter activities. Ski Slovenia weekend breaks are very popular. Talk to our team.

Kranjska Gora offers amazing ski slopes, modern facilities and great winter conditions. Lake Bled also maintains trails for snowboarding, sledding, cross-country skiing, and even ski touring. The skiing and snow boarding is highly recommended for beginners and intermediates. For more details on our winter holidays in Eastern Europe, please click on the Winter breaks link on the home page.

As well as the rich musical heritage that Slovenia possess it is also a superb wine-growing nation. Slovenia has 14 wine growing districts, which produce some fantastic varieties and day trips to vineyards can easily be arranged. There are over 30 wine roads to explore in Slovenia. Discover Goriska Brda a Slovenia- Mediterranean oasis and is famous because its Slovenia's premier wine region. Bordered by Italy on three sides, Goriska Brda is home to some of the country's biggest wine producers, including Movia and Simicic.

For horse lovers, romantics and Ljubljana city breaks alike it is well worth visiting the wonderful Lipica Stud Farm where you can enjoy watching these beautiful animals perform. The principals of the Spanish Riding School in Vienna with sport dressage and riding in a carriage and pair have applied to the Lipica Stud Farm since the 16th century. It is also popular to take horseback riding courses, trainings and enjoy cross-county riding. Honeymoons in Slovenia enjoy this activity especially at some of the exclusive castle retreats.

Golf has become an increasingly popular sport among the lovers of active holidays in Slovenia. Many of our clients are booking week long golfing holidays in Slovenia. Today golfers are welcome to eight golf courses in Slovenia and numerous practice areas. City breaks to Ljubljana can be incorporated with a days golfing for those who can not resist swinging a club abroad. Corporate golf incentives can easily be catered for too. Slovenia offers the perfect golf break. Pristine courses, picturesque surroundings, friendly staff, modern facilities, luxury hotels, a beautiful old town and fine restaurants. Book a holiday now and experience it for yourselves. Why not incorporate a round of golf for your Slovenia stag weekend.

Why not conserve some energy and take the tourist train that connects the city centre with the Castle. A tourist train connects the city centre with the Castle. The train departs from Prešeren Square across the Three Bridges, past the Town Square with the Town Hall and Robba’s fountain, along the central market to the Castle. The ride lasts approximately 15 minutes and that includes an audio commentary. What a great way to see some of the best sightseeing sites on your weekend getaway. The train leaves on the hour throughout July, August and September. Enjoy this leisurely short break ride, until you’re perched high above the town. At the top, you can visit the Museum, enjoy the amazing views of the capital from the Castle tower.

On the edge of the city is Ljubljana's oldest district. We advise our Slovenia break clients to explore Krakovo on their holidays, to discover numerous prehistoric and Roman remains.

Nature and health go hand-in-hand in Slovenia. Nature has generously allowed this country to exploit its abundant treasure chest of health for centuries. The medicinal effects of nature were discovered here in the 13th century. Today a whole range of different baths and massages, saunas, swimming and exercise are available in numerous seawater pools and therapy centres throughout Slovenia. Book a spa breaks & well being holidays to Slovenia. Ljubljana is the perfect destination for hen weekends, relaxation and pampering.

   
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