Slovenia · MARIBOR, PTUJ & POHORJE TRIPS
Good maribor, ptuj & pohorje trips fill up weeks ahead; the great ones go first. Below: the 10 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.
Celje Castle in an hour with permanent exhibitions, map help at the visitor center, and tower views. Low cost, mobile ticket.
“La visita al castello di Celje merita se vi si arriva attraverso il sentiero che si addentra nel bosco. La durata del giro è di circa un'ora, ma quello che veramente colpisce è il meraviglioso panorama che si gode da lì sopra”
Explore Maribor’s Vinag underground wine cellar on a guided tour with a 3-wine tasting and cheese, nuts, and dried fruit.
“Martin was a great guide, we have learned a lot and enjoyed tasty Slovenian wines.”
Join a 9.5-hour Ljubljana day trip to Ptuj and Maribor, including Ptuj Castle and a visit to the world’s oldest grapevine.
“We had a very nice trip to Maribor and Ptuj. Our guide was very helpful and friendly. He knew lots and lots about the places we visited. He get extra kudos for his driving. On the way back to Ljubiana there was a terrible truck accident near a tunnel that resulted in a fire and deaths. He knew a shortcut And we got home almost exactly on time, in spite of the fact that there was a huge traffic jam on the road we should have taken. His shortcut was so intriguing, especially because part of it was over a rutted dirt road that I would never have guessed lead…”
Full-day Ljubljana tour to Ptuj and Maribor with Ptuj Castle, the World’s Oldest Grapevine, and Žiče Monastery, plus optional wine.
“I thought this was a waste of money! Firstly it said it included lunch and wine tasting. Lunch WAS NOT included and I was sent off to have lunch on my own and pay for it. Wine tasting was a rushed 30-45 minutes. I got a really ood bottle of wine out of it though for a good price. But this tour was supose to include a guided tour but it did not. The driver gave me alot of information but if he hadnt then I would not have known anything! The driver was fantastic as I was the only guest so we were able to be flexible and go…”
A 2-hour Maribor city walk with a local guide, ending at the Old Vine House for 3 Styrian wines and local snacks.
“We loved our Maribor tour with Jure! He tells local stories in the most engaging way, full of wit & wonder. A mind of information too! Wine tasting at the world's oldest vine was a lovely relaxed way to finish the tour. Highly recommend :)”
Neon Glow Golf in Maribor: 15-hole mini golf on nighttime streets with glow gear, photo props, and flexible booking from $11.
Maribor wine tasting at POLEK: 5 Slovenian wines in 75 minutes, paired with cold cuts and bread, guided by a local expert.
“The wine, food, and service were all great. The owner was very knowledgeable. Overall a great experience and would highly recommend.”
Private full day Jeruzalem wine and food tour from Ljubljana or Ptuj, with church legends, cellar tastings, pumpkin oil specialties, and lunch.
“Lucy organized wine tour for me and my friends and we enjoyed in the tour very much. Lucy has good knowledge of local wine producers and about destination, she organized the tour according to our wishes and preferences, she is very nice and professional guide :) We would definitely recommend the tour to wine and culinary lovers who would like to explore and get to know the region better.”
Small-group day trip from Ljubljana to Maribor and Slovene Styria with Žiče Charterhouse, oldest grapevine, and guided wine tastings.
Private day trip from Ljubljana to Maribor, Ptuj, and the wine road, with pickup, castle entry, and a guided wine tasting.
“We had a great experience with Karin touring Ptuj, Maribor, and wine testing. Karin was very patient and took us to all the sites we want to see. She was pleasant and responsive to our requests. She’s great to lead tours of beautiful places like those and very knowledgeable.”
Every kind of day out, and the best of each.
