Skocjan UNESCO Caves and Piran full day tour (small group, max. 8)
Overview
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10 hours
Mobile ticket
The beauty of the caves is enhanced by multi-coloured stalactites and stalagmites of various shapes including curtains and limestone pools. Walking through the cave you will enjoy many waterfalls and underground halls. In the afternoon part of the visit you will enjoy the scenic ride to the most charming town on the Slovenian coast – Piran. A walk through its narrow medieval streets wedged between beautiful houses, churches and squares will take you back to the medieval times. Take your time to enjoy the breeze that blows from the sea and to admire the main square named after a famous violinist and composer Giuseppe Tartini. You will certainly enjoy the small-town ideal to wander around for a coffee, cake, gelato or some good fresh seafood.
Visit the Unesco heritage listed Škocjan caves, a majestic underground river canyon, and let it take you to world of fantasy. The exceptional volume of the underground canyon is what distinguishes the Škocjan Caves from other caves and places and is easily placed among the most famous underground features in the world. In the afternoon enjoy a scenic ride towards the Slovenian coast. Stop at Socerb castle for breath-taking views of the Slovenian coast and the Gulf of Trieste. Once in Piran you will discover the most romantic and picturesque coastal town. Piran is a tourist highlight of the Slovenian coast, strongly influenced by the old Venetian Republic. The main square is named after Giuseppe Tartini, a famous violinist and a composer who was born in Piran.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Minimum numbers apply. 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.
Not wheelchair accessible.
Please keep in mind that there are quite a few stairs in the cave, but you would do that in a fairly slow pace.
Small group tour - up to 8 people per van.
Warm and comfortable clothes and footwear are essential to visit the Škocjan caves (temperature in the cave is 12°C / 53 Fahrenheit).
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Central Ljubljana meeting point
Comfortable transport by air-conditioned minivan
Professional English speaking guide
Piran city wall
Škocjan caves
What To Expect
Skocjanske Jame
Start your small-group tour with a pickup from your central Ljubljana hotel, and depart to explore the Škocjan UNESCO caves and a charming coastal town Piran, in an air-conditioned minivan. During your roughly 1-hour journey, admire rural Slovenia and enjoy interesting stories about Škocjan UNESCO caves that your guide describes. Take a 2-hour guided tour of the caves and explore multi-colored stalactites and stalagmites. The exceptional volume of the underground canyon is what distinguishes the Škocjan Caves from other caves and places and is easily placed among the most famous underground features in the world.
The Socerb Castle
The visit continues to Socerb Castle that offers breathtaking views of the Slovenian coast and Gulf of Trieste. The castle ruin is placed high up above the coastline at the very edge of the Karst Plateau and has been dominating that cliff since the Illyrian times.
Options
Small group tour - max 8 people in the van
Reviews
100 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Perfect day
Yolanda Q,
Sep 2, 2025
- Viator
5.00Andrei was an absolutely amazing knowledgeable patient and fun guide! Every stop was perfectly timed and was an absolutely perfect way to experience piran, the caves and wonderful Slovenian hospitality!
It’s more transportation than a tour
Harley J,
Aug 20, 2025
- Viator
4.00This really is a more cost-effective way to visit some sites rather than renting a car or getting a taxi. The tour guide will give you commentary as you drive, but does not get off at the places to tell you more. I’m glad I went on the tour, but thought maybe there would be more interaction at some of the sites. Not the tour guides fault, just the way it’s organized. The tour guide did an OK job, was not personable, but kept to the facts.
We had a fantastic day...
Fiona H,
Aug 1, 2025
- Viator
5.00We had a fantastic day out and thought this was an excellent mixture of activities for the day. The caves were amazing and felt less hectic and touristy than the Postojna caves (which we also enjoyed on a different day). We liked the option to walk back from the cave exit and see some more of the nature around there. We loved the views from Piran wall (and would recommend not skipping them out). Piran was nice and we enjoyed a dip in the sea to cool down on a very hot day. Our guide was friendly and incredibly knowledgeable. We learned a lot about the area and would definitely recommend this trip.
Amazing Skocjan Caves and Beautiful Piran
Serena W,
Jul 18, 2025
- Viator
5.00The Skocjan Caves were an absolute must-see. My only regret is there wasn't enough time to see the longer route out of the caves - something I will have to do on a return visit. Piran was beautiful and I highly recommend taking your swimming costume and having a swim in the sea - a lovely way to cool down. I went on 2 tours with Slovenian Explorer and their buses are very comfortable and the drivers wear microphones so that you can hear them guide. This wasn't the case in other tour operator's buses, so I really recommend finding tours by Slovenian Explorer. Thank you to guide of the day George!
Great day out.
Jay B,
Jul 5, 2025
- Viator
5.00A brilliant day out. The caves are something else. I could spend hours in them. The coast town is good as well. You’re given plenty of time to explore it. Guide was good and kept us all on time.
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