WHY IT RATES: For those who enjoy Europe's Old-World charms, as well as lesser-known cultural hotspots, USTOA has highlighted Slovenia as an up-and-coming travel destination with itineraries available from multiple major tour operators. - Laurie Baratti, TravelPulse Associate Writer
A fairytale destination, filled with castles, caves, and baby dragons; Slovenia is emerging as a popular destination for travelers looking to explore lesser-known corners of the world. Located in the Balkans, this Central European country offers hot springs and pristine lakes for swimming, alpine hiking, and nature-themed wellness spas. The tour operator members of United States Tour Operators Association (USTOA) bring travelers off-the-beaten-path to these types of local hotspots and hidden gems that they may not easily find on their own.
Slovenia is the setting of Episode 5 of Recalculating, a travel video series with comedian Harrison Greenbaum, filmed in off-the-beaten-path destinations to showcase the unparalleled group travel experiences offered by USTOA tour operators. With local guides, insider knowledge, and industry expertise, travelers have the opportunity to discover a destination's food, history, and culture on another level.
USTOA tour operator itineraries that journey to Slovenia in 2020 include:
- Lakes & Mediterranean Harmony - SITA World Tours' full roster of lake and ocean stops includes Slovenia's picturesque Lake Bled and Lake Wörth, the Croatian seaside city of Rovinj, and a drive along the Adriatic Coast. Departures are available throughout 2020 starting at $3,060 per person.
- Adriatic Treasures: Croatia to Venice - Tauck offers wine, olive oil & truffle tastings at family-owned farms and visits to five UNESCO World Heritage Site visits along the Adriatic Coast. Departures are available April through October 2020 starting at $7,790 per person including airfare, based on double occupancy.
- 11-Day Affordable Croatia & Slovenia - Gate 1 Travel includes walking tours with local guides and sightseeing in Opatija, Split, and Dubrovnik. Departures are available through May 2020 starting at $1,099.
- Along the Dalmatian Coast: Croatia & Slovenia - Zegrahm Expeditions takes travelers from the pristine alpine scenery of Slovenia to the stunning beaches of Split and the historic streets of Dubrovnik. Departures are available May 9, 2020 and October 3, 2020 starting at $9,890 per person.
- Best of Eastern Europe - A 12-day exploration of Central and Eastern Europe with Ritz Tours includes visits to Ljubljana, Frankfurt, Salzburg, Vienna, Budapest, and Prague. Departures are available throughout 2020 starting at 1,900 per person.
- Discover Croatia, Slovenia and the Adriatic Coast - Collette's guests enjoy views of Plitvice National Park by food and boat, a dinner with a local family outside Dubrovnik, and two days in Slovenia's capital city, Ljubljana. Departures are available throughout 2020 starting at $2,249 per person.
Other episodes of 'Recalculating' to date include Whistler in British Colombia, New York's Coney Island, Philadelphia, Mexico City and, coming soon, Portugal. Watch all by visiting ustoa.com/recalculating.
Find all itineraries offered by USTOA tour operators at ustoa.com/dream-vacation.
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