Discover the secrets of Koper and coastal towns on a private full-day tour

Overview

The town of Koper is one of the oldest Slovenian towns and has a very rich history dating back to the Middle Bronze Age. The old town in Koper is a great place to explore and your local guide will be happy to assist you during this day! After a guided tour of Koper, your guide will take you to see other small villages and lovely coastal towns.

Itinerary

1. Koper

   Your guide will pick you up from your hotel or from your cruise ship. Guided tour of Koper’s main sights.

   · 1 h

2. Praetorian Palace

   The Praetorian Palace is a 15th-century Venetian Gothic palace in the city of Koper, in southwest Slovenia. Located on the southern side of the city's central Tito Square, it houses the Koper city government and a wedding hall. It is considered one of the city's architectural landmarks.

   · 15 min· Admission not included

3. Izola

   Driving tour of the coast with stops in the citiy of Izola. Izola is an old fishing town in southwestern Slovenia on the Adriatic coast of the Istrian peninsula. It is the seat of the Municipality of Izola. Its name originates from Italian Isola, which means 'island'.

   · 1 h

4. Piran

   Piran is a resort city on Slovenia’s Adriatic coast, known for its long pier and Venetian architecture. Tartini Square is flanked by the Gothic red Venetian House and the frescoed Tartini House. The latter is the birthplace of violinist Giuseppe Tartini. The 19th-century town hall has a stone lion, a symbol of the former Republic of Venice. St. George’s Cathedral, nearby, has 17th-century paintings and marble altars.

   · 1 h

5. Portoroz

   Portorož is a resort town on Slovenia’s Adriatic coast. Its spas offer therapeutic treatments based on the mud and brine from the nearby Sečovlje Salina salt pans. The central Portorož Beach is a wide, sandy stretch with wooden piers. The hilltop Church of St. Bernardin is a former monastery from the 15th century. To the south, Seča Park is home to Forma Viva, an area dotted with stone sculptures.

   · 1 h

6. Secovlje Salina Nature Park

   The most beautiful town on the Slovenian coast grew with the help of salt. The Piran salt pans, where the world-class fleur de sel (flower of salt) is still produced today using age-old methods, were the reason why the picturesque Mediterranean walled town, with its church with a view and cultural attractions, flourished. Drive back to the place you are staying.

   · 1 h· Admission not included

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• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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