Top Koper Cultural Tours

Discover two of Slovenia’s most-visited sights on this shore excursion from Koper. Drive from the port city to the Slovenian capital of Ljubljana where you enjoy a guided tour of the city’s highlights. Then, visit the famous Lake Bled and take a short hike around the lake to enjoy the scenic views.

Postojna Cave and Predjama Castle are two of Slovenia’s most dramatic sites, but matching tours and transport to a ship’s arrival can be a logistical headache. Explore the vast, natural cave and the dramatic castle on a tour that’s tailored to your cruise schedule to make the most of time in port; you’ll be on your way to the scenic karst landscape an hour after the ship docks.

Visit one of Slovenia’s most beautiful and oldest seaside villages on a short day trip from Koper. Perfect for cruise ship visitors or travelers with limited time, you’ll enjoy a scenic drive along the Slovenian coast stopping for photos at panoramic viewpoints of the Gulf of Trieste. You’ll have two hours of free time to explore the charming narrow streets and medieval architecture of Piran before making your way back to Koper.

Ljubljana and Bled are two of the top destinations to visit in Slovenia, and you can see both with ease on this tour. Travel with your driver-guide to the capital Ljubljana and stroll through the old town center. Admire the varied architecture and stop by Ljubljana Town Hall, the Triple Bridge, Ljubljana Cathedral, and other attractions. Then continue to Bled, where you can take in views of the lake and the church on Bled Island.

Explore the Slovenian Coast by going on a tour to multiple sites in a day, including Piran, Portoroz, Izola, and Koper. A guided tour takes the stress out of figuring out local public transport schedules, as everything is organized for you. Enjoy hotel/port pickup and drop-off, and a comprehensive itinerary. See the Venetian influence of Piran and its majestic buildings, access panoramic views from the Church of Saint George, and enjoy visiting small coastal towns that you wouldn’t discover otherwise.

Get your adrenaline pumping with this Parenzana biking adventure from Koper. One of the most historic biking trails in Europe, the Parenzana trail symbolizes friendship and includes eight preserved tunnels. Your exciting ride will take you through two of them, along with visits to the seashore, vineyards, olive plantations and other stunning sites. In the seaside town of Izola your’ll get to visit a salt evaporation site and then get a chance to feast on delicious local food and wine. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to see the best of the Slovenian countryside.

Explore seaside villages and taste local flavors with a hop on-hop off taste tour of the Slovenian coast. This tour is perfect for cruise ship visitors or visitors with limited time. You’ll get a great introduction to Slovenian culture by visiting several coastal villages in one trip. You’ll visit such coastal towns as Izola, Piran, Portoroz, and Koper spending as much time at each destination as you wish.

Explore one of the most intriguing cave systems in the world with a Postojna Cave tour from Koper. You’ll be transported into the heart of the cave by train making this tour accessible for all ages and types of travelers. Once inside, you’ll enjoy a guided walking tour though the stunning passageways and chambers flanked by spectacularly carved stalactite and stalagmite formations. On the way back to Koper, you’ll visit the Renaissance fortress of Predjama Castle carved dramatically into the mouth of a cave.

The seaside town of Koper is one of Slovenia’s most underrated spots—it’s also just a bit too big to see on foot. With this full-day bike rental, skip the car and explore Koper’s monuments, charming squares, and the surrounding coastline on two wheels. Your rental includes a first-rate bike, helmet, lock, and insurance.

This small-group shore excursion is ideal for travelers with limited time in Slovenia. You won’t have to worry about the trip being overcrowded as the tour is limited to eight people. Take the stress out of planning transport by having round-trip transport from the cruise ship terminal or Koper hotels provided. Explore Postojna Cave with a guide, so you won’t get lost, and then visit the picturesque Predjama Castle.

Wander the charming streets of one of Slovenia’s most beautiful and oldest towns on a guided walking tour of Piran.You'll wander the narrow streets and enjoy the medieval architecture while learning about the region’s Venetian influence and local traditions from your guide. You'll also visit the lovely seaside villages of Portorož, Izola, and Koper on a scenic drive along the Slovenian coast.

Explore more! Have fun for 5 hours on Parenzana electric biking tour. Enjoy incredible views of Slovenian coast from hidden spots. On Parenzana biking trail we will go through two tunnels with stops in the center of the town Koper, fisherman town Izola, Landscape park Strunjan, town of flowers Portorož and the charming town of Piran. Nice combination of nature and history.

Visit the charming capital city of Ljubljana on a full day tour from Koper. You’ll enjoy convenient round-trip transportation from Koper to Ljubljana where you’ll then tour the top sights on a walking tour. You’ll receive a great introduction to the the city's history, art, and architecture before being whisked away to the Ljubljana castle by cable car for fantastic panoramas of the city.

Visit Piran, the town of music, artists and seamen, and enjoy a panoramic trip along the Slovene coast.

Combine a historic city with mountain scenery on a full-day shore excursion from Koper to Ljubljana and Lake Bled. Coordinating transport and tours can cut into limited travel days, but this trip is tailored to your cruise schedule; that means even more time to stroll cobblestone streets, check out a cliff-top castle, and sample the cream-filled cake that’s a Lake Bled specialty.

When your cruise ship drops anchor in the Port of Koper, don’t spend valuable vacation time planning a visit to Slovenia’s attractions. With this shore excursion, let someone else take care of planning and driving so you can quickly set off to see one of the country’s longest cave networks, and one of its most romantic alpine lakes. Travel with a private guide instead of a group on a crowded, plodding bus.

This 5-hour outing pairs a walking tour of Piran’s historic center with multiple food and wine tastings. See well-known attractions like Tartini Square, St. George Cathedral, and the Venetian House while visiting lesser-known sights like the Minorite Monastery in the hills above town. This half-day experience is longer than most walking tours, giving travelers enough time for three food and wine stops—and one for coffee.

The mystic underground of the Postojna Cave, most notorious karst cave in the world, with the Predjama Castle, listed among the Guinnes World Records as the largest cave castle, and home to the local "Robin Hood", the brave robber baron Erazem. The guided tour of Postojna Cave will consist of a ride by electrical train and a walk through beautiful underground passages and chambers with spectacular drop stones, pillars, limestone curtains and other natural stone forms. Continue to the idyllic village of Predjama, where you will be amazed by our fairy tale medieval Predjama Castle, famous for its dramatic setting in the gaping mouth of a cavern halfway up a hillside. Learn about the legend of Erasmus - "Slovenian Robin Hood" and return to the port.

Take a tour of the Lipica Stud Farm, and learn all about the beautiful Lipizzaner horses in a place that has been their home for more than four centuries. When the tour of the stud farm ends, you’ll get to see a show to appreciate the graceful moves of the horses as they perform. Nice touch: For easy logistics, a port pickup and drop-off service is also included.

Discover Slovenia's most spectacular sites – the iconic Bled and the beloved capital city Ljubljana. From the port directly to the Alpine region below the Julian Alps, you will reach Bled, the magnificent Alpine resort with the only true island in Slovenia. For centuries Bled has been the symbol of natural beauty and home to fairy tales. Ascend the old 12th-century castle, perched on top of a steep cliff with spectacular views of the lake, the famous Bled island and the surrounding peaks. A boat ride with ‘Pletna’ – traditional boat made by local, is among the must-do things when visiting Bled. Standing paddlers will take you to the island with 99 stone steps on the way to Bled Island. Make sure not to miss the Bled cream cake, the notorious local dessert, famous all-around Slovenia, before leaving town. Continue to pretty and lively capital Ljubljana, which offers everything a metropolis needs to have!

Visit the charming Ljubljana, the capital city of Slovenia, which is considered one of the most fascinating European cities. Let yourself be enthralled by its simplicity and liveliness.

Wine & Bike Half Day Tour in the vineyards of Istria! Escape from the ordinary and discover the hidden treasures at the pace of a bike ride. Peddle off the beaten track among vineyards, visit picturesque villages and immerse yourself in Istria wine traditions. Whether you are cyclists with a little practice or just on a vacation or on a trip, this tour is for you. Discover the famous vineyards of Istria by bicycle! If you like cycling, discovering natural beauty, and gourmet delicacies, join us on our spectacular Wine & Bike Half Day Tour.

• Visit the cradle of the Lipizzaner horses and stroll around the farm & Museum with local guide. Attend special performance of classical riding school and learn more about these elegant creatures. • It’s a shared group tour   • Departure from cruise terminal is usually at 1pm. • The whole tour duration is approx. 4 hours 

Discover charming streets of medieval Piran followed by UNESCO karst attraction – the Skocjan Caves with fantastic underground natural phenomena. Get to know Piran, the charming fishermen’s town which is the best-preserved cultural monument in the Slovenian Istria. Venetian architecture, the town’s medieval narrow streets, beautiful picturesque seaside. The trip will continue to the Karst region to enjoy the spectacular karst cave at Skocjan, listed on the UNESCO protection list. Tasting the local Karst air-dried ham with wine Teran – produced only in Karst region, is a must when travelling in this area. Next stop is Lipica stud farm, the homeland of the white Lipizzaner horse, especially bred for the Spanish riding school in Vienna. Return to Koper.