SLOVENIA WALKING ITINERARY
Trip Length: 7 days/6 nights
Start/Finish: Ljubljana/Venice
Slovenia – somewhere in Europe, right? One of those Eastern Bloc
countries. What could it possibly have to offer to a B&R
traveller? Surprise! A tremendous amount, as a matter of fact.
Niftily tucked between east and west, Mediterranean and Alps,
Slovenia shares borders with Austria, Hungary, Croatia and
Italy, and shows touches of all their cultures in the fabric of
its distinct own. For natural beauty, Slovenia knows no rivals –
its Julian Alps rival the Rockies for rugged, pristine peaks.
And down in the lowlands, the vineyards are producing wines that
have caught the eye of oenophiles in the know.
During our trip, we stay in the country’s two highest regarded
properties – one of which was Tito’s summer residence (don’t let
that deter you) – as well as a refined Italian country inn. Our
walks take us along stunning alpine ridges and through rolling
forest and vineyards. And everywhere we go, we’ll meet welcoming
local folk such as Barbara, who opens her gostisce (inn) at
lunch just for us.
Trip Highlights:
- Rendezvous in the elegant city of Ljubljana
- Hike mountain trails in Triglav National Park
- Learn how to make zlikrofi, a creative variation on
tortellini
- Stay on Lake Bled, its emerald-green waters reflecting
the snow-capped mountains
- Watch as a elderly grandmother makes the delicate and
renowned Idrija lace
- Taste reds and whites from the burgeoning Brda wine
district, right on the border with Italy
Back to BUTTERFIELD & ROBINSON - Menu Page
|
Accommodations:
Hotel Vila Bled, Bled
Relais & Châteaux
Originally an Austrian prince’s residence, then a
Yugoslavian dictator’s summer residence (yes indeed, Tito stayed
here, enjoying our view of the lake), Vila Bled sits in the most
enviable position in town, with direct views across to the
church islet and Bled Castle. The original 1950s East Bloc
luxury décor is an interesting curiosity of the hotel, as is the
huge fresco depicting Tito and his liberation of the country.
Hotel Kendov Dvorec, Spodnja Idrija
Relais & Châteaux
For 800 years, this was the farming estate of the Kenda
family. A decade ago, the Svetlik family bought the ruins,
lovingly rebuilt it in the spirit of the original style, and in
a nod to history named it in honour of their predecessors. The
perfectionism of our hosts is evident in the décor, in the
cuisine, and in the service we enjoy here.
Grand Hotel Entourage, Gorizia
The Entourage is the finest hotel in the wine district of
eastern Friuli, on the Slovenian border. Its spacious modern
rooms are nicely complemented by the historical villa setting,
on one of the city’s quietest squares.
|
DATES & RATES |
2008 Departure:
Aug 31 - Sep 06, 2008
Sep 07 - 13, 2008
Trip Length: 7 days/ 6 Nights
Price per Person from: $5,495
Single Supplement: $600
All information is property of Butterfield &
Robinson. Certain restrictions apply. All rates in U.S. dollars.
Prices, savings offers, and other terms subject to change
without notice. Images, logos, photographs etc. on this page is
copyrighted by Butterfield & Robinson. All such copyright
material is acknowledged. These pages are not endorsed or
supported by Butterfield & Robinson in any way. All information
presented is based on promotional material provided by
Butterfield & Robinson. It is presumed to be accurate and
is subject to change without notice.
Call toll-free 1-877-306-5595
|
|
