Romantic Slovenia

Combining several city escapes with unique and quiet places. A romantic dinner, sleeping in a luxurious tree house, a day in a spa, all the most important sights and a private photographer to capture all these incredible moments in all their glory.

DAY 1: AIRPORT VENICE – VENICE

Guided tour of Venice. Enjoy a romantic ride in a gondola through the streets all the way to the luxury hotel in Venice and a romantic dinner with a view.

DAY 2: VENICE – MURANO – PORTOROŽ

Depart from Venice in style, on a boat ride, towards Slovenia with a short stop on Murano Island – the most colourful Venetian island where you’ll see how legendary Venetian glass is made and even get a unique souvenir that will last forever. Arrival to the historical hotel in Portorož with an infinite sea view. Free time in the afternoon for enjoying the beach and the sun.

DAY 3: PORTOROŽ – SEČOVLJE SALT PANS –PIRAN – PORTOROŽ

A spa day in the Slovenian national park of Sečovlje salt pans where you’ll be able to completely relax. After that you’ll visit the most romantic Slovenian costal town

– Piran. Since these two places are perfect for romantic shots you’ll have a professional photographer with you, to make it truly unforgettable.

DAY 4: PORTOROŽ – LIPICA – BLED

Visit of Lipica Stud Farm known for its white Lipizzaner horses. You’ll have a unique opportunity to see them “in action” during the most beautiful horse dancing show there is. You will experience a private carriage ride through this important and historic stud farm. Drive to Bled to the best Slovenian glamping site where you will sleep in luxurious tree houses.

DAY 5: BLED – LJUBLJANA

In the morning you’ll take a traditional boat ride to the middle of Lake Bled and in the afternoon you will get to know Slovenian capital Ljubljana and all its picturesque cobble stone streets. Pass the unique bridges and get the best view of the town from Ljubljana castle. You will sleep in the best hotel in Ljubljana.

DAY 6: LJUBLJANA – CELJE – MOZIRJE / PTUJ / MARIBOR

You will continue to the old town of Celje, the old home of one of the most influential families in Slovenian history –Counts of Celje. Their coat of arms symbol were 3 stars that can still be found in Slovenian national flag. At this point you can decide if you’d prefer to sleep in style in a honey glamping, a wine barrel or in a chocolate glamping village.

DAY 7 – 8: MOZIRJE / PTUJ / MARIBOR – OLIMIJE / ROGAŠKA SLATINA – VIENNA AIRPORT

Your last day will be all about relaxing in one of the best Slovenian thermal spa centres. Massages, bathing, saunas. You won’t want to leave. And for sleeping you can choose between a luxurious spa hotel, another charming glamping option or even a castle itself.

As you can see, Slovenia is a tiny country with the best position - in the heart of Europe. You can easily combine your trip with many other countries of Western Europe and the rest of the Balkans. It borders Italy on the west –Venice is only 100 miles (160 km) from Slovenia, and borders Austria on the north –Vienna, another European giant, is 150 miles (240 km) from the border.

In Italy, Milano is 250 miles (400 km) away, Shakespeare’s Verona is within 155 miles (250 km). The Austrian Alps are just across the border – we can even organize a dinner for you in all three countries – appetizer in Slovenia, first course in Italy, main course in Austria and a dessert again in Slovenia.

This gives you a unique opportunity to combine the most popular sights with the promised Slovenian wow factor of the unexpected, unspoiled, unique. You can really have it all.

Ekorna Experience is a young and enthusiastic team of professionals. On average, we speak five languages per person and have years of experience in different fields of tourism. But most of all, we know all of these places, love them and still get excited about seeing them again. So we can’t wait to host you and show you the best Slovenia, Croatia and the nearby countries have to offer.

BEAUTIFUL IN EVERY SEASON. EXPERIENCE THE MAGICAL winter fairytale.

Sail ALONG MORE THAN 3600 MILES (5800 KM) OF CROATIAN COASTLINE.

EXPERIENCE THE UNIQUE, THE PRIVATE, THE EXCLUSIVE. Your island, your lighthouse, your time.

THE BEST SOUND, THE BEST LIGHT, THE UNIQUENESS – EXPE -

RIENCE A CONCERT IN Postojna cave.

Ljubljana, 2000 YEARS OLD AND STILL AS LIVELY AS EVER.

THERE ARE 10 LOCALITIES IN CROATIA THAT ARE PART OF UNESCO LIST OF WORLD HERITAGE SITES. LET US TAKE YOU THERE IN A UNIQUE AND EXCLUSIVE WAY.

Croatia has over 1200 islands and islets – with altogether over 3600 miles (5800 km) of coastline on the clear blue Mediterranean Sea. The island of Hvar is the place with the most hours of sunshine in Europe – more than 2800 hours a year! You can cruise around the islands or just relax on one of countless Croatian beaches. Do we even need to tell you anything else?

There are 8 cultural and 2 natural sites that are on the UNESCO World Heritage List, and 63 restaurants that found their way into the Michelin guide. Plenty of luxurious hotels where you can completely relax but remember to also put some of the more unique accommodation on your itinerary. You will have fun, guaranteed.

Enjoy Croatia with EKORNA Experience in a different way: ask for a special and unique accommodation and we will arrange sleeping in a romantic lighthouse, on a luxurious boat, or in an ancient villa with the best view. There is also an abundance of the best hotels, boutique hotels and over the top accommodation experiences.

Cruising the Croatian coast will definitely boost your appetite, and Croatian gastronomy is all about fresh, local and quality food. There are enough Michelin star or Michelin recommended restaurants on every corner to satisfy your hunger for something unique and delicious. But for a truly special experience we can arrange a personalized truffle hunting expedition with an exquisite degustation in the end, or the freshest oyster aphrodisiac treat.

In Croatia you can easily just lie on the fairy-tale beaches or by the pools during your whole trip. But there are plenty of luxurious activities you can try in its unspoiled nature. Glide over the crystal clear waters when sea kayaking or sailing and see Dubrovnik from a completely new perspective. Explore the magical Mediterranean underwater world, its biodiversity and sunken ships while diving. Or go inland biking around, looking for truffles and picking the olives in Istria or get a private trip to Plitvice lakes.

A trip to Croatia also takes you back through time. You will discover centuries-old traditions and the remnants of the civilizations that have passed through. Experience a concert in the third largest still preserved Roman amphitheatre.

Did you know that the Walls of Ston are the longest preserved fortification system in the world after the Great Wall of China?

There is no shortage of unique cultural experiences in Croatia either. Croatia has a very long list of UNESCO protected sites. We can help you see them in a different view – privately, while dinning, through the eyes of the locals. For a trip to ex-Yugoslavia, try the unique Katrca ride (special Yugoslavian old-timer cars) or follow the steps of the former leader Tito. The Roman amphitheatre is the only one with all 3 rows preserved – just imagine the experience of a concert inside.

The beauty of Croatia is well known also through Hollywood movies. Oscar-winning Fiddler on the Roof, Sophie’s Choice, Dr. Who and Star Wars were filmed in Croatia. The island of Vis imitated Greece in the film Mamma Mia 2, while in the early 19th century, thanks to the English poet Lord Byron, Dubrovnik was known as the “Adriatic Pearl” and not only as King’s Landing from Game of Thrones. Do you like any of those? With us you can even get a themed itinerary.

Lastly, Croatia wouldn’t be Croatia without its famous cruises. But there are cruises of many types. You have the typical ones and you have the special gulets, yachts and deluxe cruises that take you to the virgin beaches and deserted islands.

Croatia is known for its beautiful beaches and the most outstanding food in the Balkans. It is fresh, local, prepared with care and can give you that extra something you’re looking for during your travels.

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Visit of Croatian capital city of Zagreb with a special dinner in a Michelin star restaurant.

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Visit one of the oldest cities in Croatia, Pula with the famous Roman amphitheatre, the third biggest still standing in the world, where you’ll be able to enjoy a unique concert experience with dinner. Sleeping in the Istrian interior in a typical luxurious villa. Malvasia wine is produced here and the region is famous for truffle festivals.

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You will get to know one of the richest gastronomical areas. The views of Motovun will take you to medieval times when this city was an important economic and political center. The medieval city of Grožnjan, the city of artists and music, is surrounded by olive groves and terraced vineyards and offers a view of about twenty surrounding Istrian villages, the Mirna river valley and the seaside.

There will be many possibilities to experience typical Istrian dishes recommended by the Michelin guide. You will also be able to experience the truffle search, wine harvest and tasting or olive picking.

Exclusive

Look for and taste the prestigious truffle, a kilo of which can fetch more than 3000 euro.

DAY 6: ISTRIA – PLITVICE NATIONAL PARK – ZADAR

Taste

Departure to Plitvice National Park, which has been declared a universal heritage by UNESCO. The park stands out because of its spectacular beauty of lakes, waterfalls and channels that disappear and come back to life. You will enjoy the phenomenal aquatic scenery walking along the paths, and return to the starting point in a private boat.

Experience Croatian gastronomy.

DAY 7 – 8: ZADAR – SPLIT

The urban plot of the old city of Zadar dates back to the Roman era, when it was fortified and its walls, towers and entrance doors were built, although the current form comes from the Middle Ages.

After a delicious lunch in a Michelin recommended restaurant you will continue to Split. You will meet a local guide in the historic centre protected by UNESCO.

DAY 9 – 10: SPLIT – DUBROVNIK

Departure from Split to Dubrovnik. Along the way, you will stop in the picturesque village of Ston to taste fresh oysters, other seafood and local wine. The oysters and other seafood are from the Mali Ston Bay, one of the cleanest and clearest waters in the world. In the afternoon, arrival to Dubrovnik and visit of Mount Srđ to enjoy the views over the old town and the Elaphiti Islands. Accommodation and dinner in a luxurious hotel in the exclusive historic center of Dubrovnik.

DAY 11 – 12: DUBROVNIK – AIRPORT

Dubrovnik, a purely Mediterranean city with Byzantine strokes and Slavic flavor is considered one of the most beautiful fortified cities in the world, also known as the “pearl of the Adriatic”. Afternoon is free for exploring the city and shopping. Dinner in a Michelin star restaurant in Dubrovnik.

Croatian seaside is amazing, but it doesn’t have to be all about lying on the beach and soaking up the sun. You can make it pretty active, wild and different. You can try, learn and experience every water sport on your list and feel as luxurious as ever.

Start of slowly in the Croatian capital of Zagreb. You will wander the streets exploring the rich history, enjoy the many cafes like locals and shop until you drop.

On your way to the coast there is a necessary stop at the Plitvice Lakes National Park – the main Croatian natural attraction protected by UNESCO since 1979. The attraction here are hundreds of waterfalls that link together lakes and streams. You will do this leisurely tour on foot and on a private boat to really take in all it has to offer.

Run away to one of the exotic and deserted Croatian islands and disconnect completely.

On the day three it is finally time for the Mediterranean Sea in Zadar. You can add as much cultural visits of the towns as you want but this particular itinerary is all about being active on water. So get on a boat and get the scenic views of hundreds of Kornati islands.

It is finally time to stop in one of the luxurious hotels, villas or lighthouses along the coast and really enjoy yourself. We recommend the islands of Hvar or Korčula, but you have thousands more to choose from and we can help you with that. Here you can enjoy the diving course, go fishing, learn to sail, wind surf or just get a package of a little bit of everything…

Finish your trip with the inevitable excursion of the eternal Croatian city by the sea – Dubrovnik.

Croatia inspired many books in the past and got flooded by Hollywood in the more modern times. It is full of different filming locations – for example, Mamma Mia 2, Fiddler on the Roof, Sophie’s Choice, Dr. Who and Star Wars. But the star of them all is most definitely the Game of Thrones series.

DAY 1: AIRPO RT – ZAGREB

The programme can start in Zagreb to see a bit more of the non-GOT Croatia, or in any of the nearby airports like Zadar or Split.

DAY 2: ZAGREB – KRKA NATIONAL PARK – ŠIBENIK

Start the day slowly with the visit of the season 4 scenes while enjoying the freshness and the view of the waterfalls. And soak in the first views of the Mediterranean from the walls of Šibenik seen in the 5th season.

DAY 3: ŠIBENIK – TROGIR – SPLIT

On the way towards Split you will first stop in the picturesque city of Trogir, also known as the City of Qarth – “The Greatest City that Ever Was or Will Be”. Split is already an impressive town with its own real history. Adding to it all, through the amazing GOT location you will get to see a mix of both. Split hosted the city of Meereen, The Slave Rebellion and even Daenerys’ Throne Room.

DAY 4: SPLIT – MAKARSKA

And do you remember Daenerys’ Journey to Meereen? You’ll be able to recreate it, relive it. And enjoy all the beauty of the Croatian coastline – from the shore or from a boat.

DAY 5: MAKARSKA – STON – TRSTENO – DUBROVNIK

But why not combine several passions into one? In the little village along the way named Ston, you’ll see a small part of King’s Landing walls while being able to try the best oysters of the world.

DAY 6-7: DUBROVNIK – AIRPORT

Dubrovnik, better known to the GOT fans as the King’s Landing, has its fair share of incredible GOT sights. You will see The Red Keep, Stairs to the Great Sept of Baelor, a House of the Undying, Spice King’s Palace, the Docks, Littlefinger’s Brothel, the King’s Landing Gates and you’ll even get to sit on the Iron throne. You will be guided by expert guides that have all participated in the filming and have many inside stories to tell. Get ready to see Dubrovnik from a completely different point of view.

Exclusive

There are more than 1200 islands in Croatia. Discover the hidden beaches and exclusive private islands.

Croatia is all about the sea. The coastal city of Zadar even has the world’s first pipe organ played by the sea. Croatia has around 3600 miles (5800 km) of coastline. Why around? Because it changes constantly – the famous Zlatni Rat beach changes shape whenever winds are strong enough.

There is no better way to experience Croatia then on one of its famous cruises. You can opt for a typical wooden gulet, modern yachts and deluxe cruises that take you to the virgin beaches and deserted islands. All the itineraries are tailor-made and you get a private crew at your disposal 24/7.

We can also arrange a unique sailing course that will teach you all you need to know while showing you the best of Croatia or if you’re experienced enough we can just help you rent the best sailboat so you can explore Croatia on your own.

The island of Hvar is the place with the most hours of sunshine in Europe – more than 2,800 hours a year!