Katrina Manifold, CCC
Manifold Travel LLC
Alps to Adriatic
Sep 4, 2027 to Sep 12, 2027
Slovenia, Croatia
SMALL GROUP HOSTED JOURNEY
Alps to Adriatic
You might not have had Slovenia on your list.
I kinda love that.
I wanted to take us somewhere with the mountains and lakes I love, but also castles, caves, good food, and little towns we’ll actually have time to enjoy. Then I realized we could add truffle dogs and the Adriatic coast. I was sold!
We’ll make potica on an island, follow truffle dogs into the woods, and watch the light change over the Adriatic. And between all of that? Time to wander, find a café, or take a perfectly respectable vacation nap.
A little adventure. A lot to look forward to.
What's included in this trip:
- Eight nights of boutique hotel accommodations
- Daily breakfast
- Four lunches
- One welcome dinner
- Airport transfers on arrival and departure days
- Private group transportation on scheduled touring days
- The sightseeing and shared experiences outlined in the itinerary
- Private Adriatic sunset cruise
- Planned scenic rail travel, with separate luggage transportation (pending 2027 schedule)
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Gratuities for drivers, local guides, and other service providers
- Thoughtfully planned free time in Kranj, Lake Bled, Rovinj, Motovun, and Ljubljana
- Personal hosting and support from Katrina throughout the journey
What's not included:
- Airfare, including baggage fees or seat upgrades
- Travel insurance
- Passport, visa, or entry authorization expenses
- Meals and drinks outside the included arrangements
- Optional free time activities and independent travel extensions
- Transportation or transfers not included in the scheduled group itinerary
- Laundry, telephone charges, minibar purchases, souvenirs, and other personal expenses
- Medical expenses
- Expenses caused by flight delays, cancellations, missed connections, or other circumstances beyond the control of Manifold Travel LLC
- Any item not specifically listed as included
JOURNEY AT A GLANCE
We’ll wander through alpine towns, cross mountain landscapes by rail, explore a vast underground canyon, hunt for truffles with local experts, and watch the Adriatic glow at sunset. The journey includes daily breakfast, four lunches, one welcome dinner, private group transportation on touring days, and a balance of shared experiences and time to explore independently.
DAY 1 | SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 4 | WELCOME TO SLOVENIA
Arrive at Ljubljana Airport, where private transportation will take you to Kranj. The day is yours to settle in, rest, and become acquainted with this charming historic town.
Gather for an included welcome dinner and meet the people who will share the journey with you. This first evening is meant to feel easy, relaxed, and comfortable.
Overnight at Boutique Hotel Actum (or similar)
DAY 2 | SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 5 | ABOVE AND BELOW KRANJ
Discover Kranj with a private local guide, from the atmospheric tunnels beneath the Old Town to the historic streets and St. Cantianus Church above. The afternoon is free to linger over lunch, browse the Old Town, relax at a café, or walk through the green Kokra River Canyon tucked just below the city.
An Invitation: Guests who would like an extra view can climb the church bell tower and look across the rooftops toward the surrounding mountains.
Overnight at Boutique Hotel Actum (or similar)
DAY 3 | MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 6 | CASTLES, LAKE BLED, AND POTICA
Travel from Kranj to Lake Bled with a stop among the romantic ruins of Grad Kamen. At Bled Castle, explore centuries of history above the turquoise lake before enjoying an included lunch with one of Slovenia’s most memorable views.
Continue by boat to Bled Island for a private potica workshop. Learn how Slovenia’s beloved rolled pastry is prepared, enjoy tastings and refreshments, explore the island independently, and make your own potica to take with you.
Overnight at Hotel Astoria Bled (or similar)
DAY 4 | TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 7 | LAKE BLED, YOUR WAY
Today is completely yours. Walk around the lake, relax at the hotel, browse the shops, find a quiet café, or choose your own adventure. Vintgar Gorge and a slice of traditional Bled cream cake are all tempting possibilities for anyone who wants to explore a little more.
There are no required group activities, so you can be as active or as gloriously unproductive as you please.
An Invitation: If you crave a bit of adrenaline, join me for an exhilarating slide toward the lake on the Straža luge.
Overnight at Hotel Astoria Bled (or similar)
DAY 5 | WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 8 | THE SCENIC WAY SOUTH
Travel south aboard the scenic Bohinj Railway while the landscape shifts from Alpine peaks and forested valleys toward Slovenia’s Karst region. Your luggage will travel separately with our private driver, leaving you free to enjoy the journey with only a daypack.
Step into another world during a guided visit to the UNESCO listed Škocjan Caves, where a vast underground canyon, echoing chambers, and dramatic bridges reveal one of Slovenia’s greatest natural wonders. After an included regional lunch, continue across the border to the colorful Adriatic town of Rovinj.
Overnight at The Melegran (or similar)
DAY 6 | THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 9 | ROVINJ AND THE ADRIATIC
Enjoy a free morning and early afternoon in Rovinj.
Later, board a private charter to explore the Rovinj archipelago, its small islands, rocky coastline, and hidden swimming spots. We’ll finish the experience looking for dolphins and watching the evening light soften across the Adriatic before returning to Rovinj.
Overnight at The Melegran (or similar)
DAY 7 | FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 10 | TRUFFLES AND FLAVORS OF ISTRIA
Venture into the Istrian countryside for a private truffle hunt with an expert guide and trained truffle dogs. Follow the dogs through the woods, learn why this region is prized by truffle lovers, and enjoy an included meal celebrating the flavors of the day’s discoveries.
Continue to the hilltop town of Motovun, where stone lanes and sweeping valley views capture the romance of inland Istria. Explore the medieval fortress and do some souvenir shopping in the Old City.
Overnight at The Melegran (or similar)
DAY 8 | SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 11 | CASTLE ROADS TO LJUBLJANA
Leave the Adriatic coast and travel back into Slovenia for a visit to Predjama Castle, a medieval fortress built dramatically into the mouth of a cave.
Enjoy an included farewell lunch before continuing to Ljubljana. Your final evening is free to wander the riverside in Slovenia's capital of Ljubljana, browse the Old Town, raise a glass with new friends, or simply savor one last evening in Slovenia.
Overnight at City Hotel Ljubljana (or similar)
DAY 9 | SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 12 | DEPARTURE
Enjoy a final breakfast at the hotel before checking out. Your arranged airport transfer will provide an easy and comfortable conclusion to our journey.
Travel Insurance:
Client understands and agrees that maintaining adequate travel insurance coverage is mandatory to participate in the Trip.
Client shall obtain and maintain travel insurance coverage that remains in effect for the duration of the Trip and includes, at a minimum:
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$100,000 USD in Emergency Medical Coverage; and
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$200,000 USD in Emergency Medical Transportation/Evacuation Coverage
Company shall provide every participant with a travel insurance quote; however, Client may purchase a qualifying travel insurance policy through a separate provider of Client’s choosing if they prefer. Regardless of the provider selected, Client is solely responsible for ensuring that their policy satisfies the minimum coverage requirements set forth in this Section.
Client must provide Company with proof of the required travel insurance coverage no later than fourteen (14) days after payment of Client’s initial Trip Deposit. Proof of coverage must clearly demonstrate compliance with the minimum coverage requirements.
Failure to obtain and provide proof of the required travel insurance coverage within the required timeframe shall constitute a material breach of this Addendum. In such event, Company reserves the right, in its sole discretion, to cancel Client’s participation in the Trip, retain any non-refundable payments previously made (including the Trip Deposit), and offer the space to another participant.
Cancellation policy:
Unless otherwise stated in writing by Company, the initial Trip Deposit is non-refundable and non-transferrable.
All payments are non-refundable and non-transferrable. Travel insurance with trip cancellation and trip interruption benefits is highly recommended to help protect your investment.
Terms and Conditions:
Available Packages
Double Occupancy
Available until October 31, 2026
- 8 left
$4,667.00
Deposit: $967.00 per person
- Maximum of two adults per room.
- If booking and paying for both travelers, please select 2 people in the dropdown.
- If you have a roommate but are paying for the trip separately, choose 1 person and have them do the same. Then fill out their name in the booking form to be paired together.
Single Occupancy
Available until October 31, 2026
- 2 left
$5,997.00
Deposit: $997.00 per person
- Due to the limited capacity of the boutique hotels chosen for this journey, a maximum of 2 solo travelers can be accommodated on this trip.