Day trip

From Ljubljana: Maribor, Ptuj & Heart of the Vineyards

4.8 / 5

12 reviews

Activity provider: To do in Slovenia
Day trip

From Ljubljana: Maribor, Ptuj & Heart of the Vineyards

Activity provider: To do in Slovenia

From US$ 118.20 per person

Discover a blend of nature, inspiring traditions and vibrant history in Northeast Slovenia. Visit Slovenia's oldest town, Ptuj, and its magnificent castle. Explore the inviting city of Maribor and take a romantic stroll into the heart of the vineyards.

About this activity

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Duration 9.5 hours
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Live tour guide
English
Audio guide included
English
Pickup included
Hotel pickup is available from selected hotels in Ljubljana. Hotel pickup times/locations: • Radisson Blu Plaza (8:15 AM) • Hotel Lj. Resort (8:15 AM) • Hotel Birokrat (8:15 AM) • Hotel Aust. Trend (8:15 AM) • Hotel Central (8:30 AM) • Hotel Gh Union (8:30 AM) • Hotel Slon (8:30 AM) • Hotel City (8:30 AM) • Hotel Park (8:45 AM) • Hostel Celica (8:45 AM) • Krekov Trg (8:45 AM) • Ap. Music Box (8:45 AM) • Hotel Antiq Palace (8:45 AM) • Hotel Cubo (8:45 AM) • Hotel Lev (8:45 AM) • M-hotel (8:45 AM) • Hotel Mons (8:45 AM) A short delay of up to 15 minutes can occur due to traffic conditions and different pickup locations.
Wheelchair accessible

Experience

Highlights
  • Discover the oldest Slovenian town - Ptuj
  • Have a glass of wine at the heart of the vineyards
  • Admire Maribor's gothic cathedral, Main Square and Franciscan Church
Full description
Discover Ptuj, the oldest Slovenian town, surrounded by thermal springs, flourishing fields, and vineyards on the Drava Plain. Admire its lovely present appearance which originates from the Middle Ages with the beautiful medieval castle above. For centuries, the fort acted as a guardian for the town below, now it invites visitors with its picturesque appearance. Maribor is the 2nd biggest city in Slovenia and was also crowned the European Capital of Culture in 2012. Spontaneous and relaxed, the attractive city of Maribor has a lot to offer: from gothic and neo-romantic architecture to the romantic Lent Riverbank. The day wouldn’t be complete without visiting the heart of the vineyards - an amazing place to have a glass of wine which is inseparable with the history of the region.
Includes
  • Transportation
  • English-speaking driver-guide
  • Glass of wine at the heart of the vineyards
  • Sightseeing tour of Ptuj
  • Sightseeing tour of Maribor
  • Entrance fee to Ptuj Castle (€8)

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What to bring

  • Passport or ID card
  • Comfortable shoes

Not allowed

  • Pets

Know before you go

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Minimum number of participants is 2
  • There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund
Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.8 /5

based on 12 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    5/5
  • Transportation
    5/5
  • Service
    4.7/5
  • Organization
    4.7/5

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Great tour with excellent guide! Definitely less touristy but nice to see another part of this beautiful country.

October 26, 2022

The experience with our guide, Ziga, was exceptional. He's very passionate about the history and local culture, therefore the information he provided was extensive. However, I would recommend focusing the tour more on the Ptuj town and Vineyards rather than trying to cover Maribor as well. Too much driving for our opinion. Get the wine experience more detailed and you will get a much more comprehensive experience.

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August 7, 2022

A fun day trip with great countryside and our flexible, insightful tour guide Matej. Just make sure you aren't traveling on a holiday or Sunday as Ptuj castle might be closed and Maribor might be a bit too quiet.

July 31, 2022

Product ID: 126092