Top Trieste Outdoor Activities

Discover the most beautiful corners of Slovenia’s Adriatic coast on this half-day excursion from Trieste. After meeting your guide at the port or at your hotel, you’ll travel by comfortable vehicle to Piran: a coastal city with history dating back to ancient times. Soak up its tranquil atmosphere, and stop by some of its main attractions. Then, continue along the coast and visit other seaside stops, including Portoroz, Izola, and Koper. To complement your sightseeing, you’ll also enjoy a traditional Slovenian meal, plus wine.

Even if you don’t have time to tour all of Europe, you can pop across to neighboring Slovenia during a day trip from Trieste in northern Italy. After traveling across the border, take a guided walking tour around Slovenia’s capital, Ljubljana. Continue on to the picturesque Lake Bled, known for its church-topped island, castle, and Alpine scenery.

Explore two of Slovenia’s most magnificent landmarks in just half a day: this seamless tour from Trieste makes logistics simple. Set off from your hotel or from the port, and head first to the Postojna Cave: one of the country’s largest cave systems, renowned for its soaring heights and one-of-a-kind scenery. Explore the cave’s passages before continuing to your next destination: Predjama Castle. One of Europe’s only cave-built castles, it has a history dating back to the 13th century.

The port town of Trieste is known for its scenic waterfront, historic monuments, and lively piazzas. This hop-on hop-off bus tour is ideal for first-time visitors, offering the convenience of a guided tour but the flexibility of independent sightseeing. Valid for 24 hours, you can stay on-board and listen to the audio commentary, or jump off at any of the 16 stops to visit sights such as Venezia Square, Miramare Castle, and the Grande Canal.

A perfect day at the Sea. Private tour on a completely wooden, refurbished and renewed typical local Istrian Boat from Y.1947. The boat features large sundeck for people to enjoy, relax and sun-tan, custom made saloon area with wine coolers, bathroom, indoor & outdoor shower and a back lounge area in the shade. Local goods such as variety of local cheeses and local wine & other snacks are provided aboard. Whether you would like to spend a whole day at the sea, exploring the full coast of Slovenia, stopping & anchoring at different preferred bays or just experience amazing sunset we work hard to get as close as possible to our guests wishes and needs and to provide an unforgettable experience at sea. Suitable for couples, families, friends, business meetings, team buildings and eldery people. Easy access in & out of the water.

Visit two of eastern Italy’s most unique locations during this half-day excursion from Trieste. With your guide and small group of no more than 15 travelers, head to the Giant Cave, or Grotta Gigante, for a guided tour. Then, visit the Duino Castle, perched on a clifftop overlooking the Gulf of Trieste, for a guided tour of its lavish interiors and gardens before heading back to Trieste.

With influences from across Europe and beautiful countryside to explore, the Italian region of Friuli-Venezia Giulia is a melting pot of rich culture and natural attractions. On this tour, see traditional Lipizzan horses at the Lipica Stud Farm and visit the UNESCO–listed Škocjan Caves in neighboring Slovenia. Delve into north eastern Italy’s historic traditions and beautiful landscapes, with round-trip travel from Trieste included.

Spend a day in Lipica Stud Farm, where you will experience the world of white Lipizzan horses, and visit the magnificent Škocjan Caves which are on UNESCO’s list of natural and cultural world heritage sites in a guided tour.

Visit Postojna Cave, the best-known cave in the world, and The Predjama Castle, the only preserved cave castle in Europe.

Explore two alpine beauties Bohinj and Lake Bled - located in the heart of the Julian Alps, which are highest mountain range in Slovenia. Both are known for most beautiful lakes in the country. Bohinj treasures Lake Bohinj - the biggest natural lake in Slovenia and a wide variety of panoramic views, hiking and biking trails. Lake Bled is mostly known for romantic Island in the middle of the lake that guards the church with 99 steps and is only available by wooden boats. The lake is good surveilled by the mighty Bled castle that offers selection of museum exhibitions and picture perfect view.

The world’s most iconic canal city, Venice lies just 60 miles (96 kilometers) from Piran by sea, but more than double that distance overland. Experience the beauty of an ocean arrival in Venice then discover the city with a local guide when you book this day trip by comfortable catamaran, with pickup and drop-off direct to your hotel. Enjoy free time to eat or ride a gondola (own expense).

Explore Slovenian Coast by bike and take a part in green and active mobility by exploring heritage. Rent your bike from 3 different meeting points with optional tasting coupons or picnic basket, to enchance your experience on the way and discover local cuisine.

Spend a day in Lipica Stud Farm, where you will experience the world of white Lipizzan horses, and visit the magnificent Škocjan Caves which are on UNESCO’s list of natural and cultural world heritage sites in a guided tour.

Visit Postojna Cave, the best-known cave in the world, and The Predjama Castle, the only preserved cave castle in Europe.

Discover Ljubljana and Lake Bled in this 8 hour tour and enjoy the beauty of Slovenia.  After approximately a 2 hour drive to Lake Bled, you will step into wonderful story, reflecting in sparkling emerald water and green lush landscape. Breath in the fresh alpine air and simply cherish the view in front of you.  Capital Ljubljana will amaze you with it's cobbled streets that are flowing through squares ad marketplaces in the old city center. You will get a chance to enjoy this green city and it's rich history. 

This is an ideal choice for wine lovers visiting Italy. Spend a day discovering the highlights of the picturesque Collio wine region. Avoid the hassle of booking taxis between sites, and enjoy the convenience of having door-to-door transfers included. See incredible scenery, visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Cividale del Friuli, and get the chance to try delicious wine along the way too.

Once met by your guide at the pier, you will enjoy a short scenic drive towards the UNESCO Park of Skocjan Caves. The tour will enlighten some of the local facts such as history, natural heritage, and details about the cave. Once at the site, you can enjoy a small stop for refreshing before you enter the cave with a local guide. The beautiful hike inside the cave will take approximately two hours, over which you will need to walk over an uneven surface. The natural creations you will marvel at are some of the most unique natural sites of Slovenia. The visit to the cave will not let you down. The mighty river passing the underground canyon is breathtaking. Once outside, you will meet again with your guide and be transferred back to the port.

Visit the town of Prosecco on this day trip from Trieste, and pay homage to its sparkling wine that’s loved around the world. Taking the hassle out of organizing a trip there on your own, this day trip makes it easy with a pickup direct from your Trieste hotel, plus the visit to Prosecco for a tasting session. The trip also includes time in the Ferrari Garden of Stanjel in Slovenia so remember to bring your passport.

Spend a day in Lipica Stud Farm, where you will experience the world of white Lipizzan horses, and visit the magnificent Škocjan Caves which are on UNESCO’s list of natural and cultural world heritage sites in a guided tour.