Discover some of the most important cities in Slovenia with this day trip from Ljubljana. We'll take you to Maribor, Ptuj and Žalec, plus an expert guide will explain the most important details about each place.
Day Trip to Maribor, Ptuj & Zalec
We'll pick you up at 8:30 am and we'll make our way to our first stop: Maribor, in the Stajerska region. Not only is this one of the most important winemaking regions in Slovenia, but Maribor is also one of the country's most notable cities.
We'll get to Maribor at around 10:30 am and we'll then take a guided tour to discover the most emblematic monuments and sights. We'll start the tour on the northern bank of the River Drava and from there we'll see the Jewish Tower, the main square and Slomšek square, which is home to the impressive Cathedral.
Before leaving the city, you'll have the chance to see the oldest vine in the world. It's over 400 years old! Plus, you'll also have an hour and a half free time to get lunch in one of the local restaurants.
Next, we'll get back on the coach and we'll head to Ptuj. This is the oldest city in Slovenia! We'll climb up to the castle to enjoy breathtaking views over the city, and we'll also visit a winery and enjoy a regional wine tasting.
From wine to beer... we'll then visit Žalec, home to Europe's first public beer fountain. Yep, you read that correctly! Located in a public park, this "fountain" has six taps of Slovenian craft beer for locals and tourists alike to enjoy. Cheers! Or ‘Na zdravje!’, as they say in Slovenian!
We'll then return to Ljubljana at 7 pm.
Meeting Points
We will pick you up from one of the following hotels:
- Grand Hotel Union, Mikloshicheva cesta 1.
- B&B Hotel Ljubljana Park, Tabor 9.
- InterContinental Ljubljana, Slovenska cesta 59.
- Hotel Lev, Voshnjakova ulica 1.
- City Hotel Ljubljana, Dalmatinova ulica 15.
- Radisson Blu Plaza Hotel Ljubljana, Bratislavska cesta 8.
- M Hotel, Dercheva ulica 4.
- Austria Trend Hotel Ljubljana, Dunajska cesta 154.
- Hotel Cubo, Slovenska cesta 15.
Price
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You'll need to present your certificate of complete vaccination and a negative PCR test. This information is for guidance only and may change depending on local regulations. Always check the restrictions before travelling.
You'll need to present your certificate of complete vaccination and a negative PCR test. This information is for guidance only and may change depending on local regulations. Always check the restrictions before travelling.
Duration
10 hours 30 minutes.
Language
The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English.
Included
Hotel pick up and drop off.
English speaking guide.
Transport in an air conditioned coach.
Wine tasting.
Not included
Lunch.
Entrance to Ptuj castle (€ 6 (US$ 6.40) per person).
When to book?
You can book up until 30 hours before the activity as long as there are still places. Book now to guarantee your spot.
Type of voucher
Electronic. Show the voucher on your phone.
Accessibility
Not wheelchair accessible.
Sustainability
All services published on Civitatis are carried out in accordance with our Sustainability Code.
No printing of documentation required.
Pets
Not permitted.
Frequently asked questions
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Q - How to book?
A - To reserve the activity, choose the date and complete the form on this page. You will receive your confirmation immediately.
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Q - Is a minimum number of participants required?
A - This activity requires a minimum of 4 participants. Should this number not be reached, we'll get in touch with you to offer alternatives.
If you have any other questions please contact us.
