We had such a great day on this tour with our guide Norman he was brilliant. He gave us lots of information on the drive over and was happy to answer any questions. Once we arrived we went to the castle first which was really interesting learning about the history there and taking pictures :) I would recommend wearing trainers or boots as some of the climbs are a little steep/slippery inside. We also had an audio guide provided which was great. Then we moved onto the caves where we had an unforgettable experience on the train to enter. I’m not a big ride person really and it’s so good for anyone/all ages as it’s such a fun activity. The caves were magnificent, there is so much to see. We spent about an hour walking around and then finished by looking at some of the salamanders that live there. It was a great day trip!
Postojna Cave & Predjama Castle from Trieste
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At a glance
- Duration
- 5 hours
- Price from
- $143 / person
- Location
- Trieste, Italy
- Rating
- 4.7 / 5 · 139 reviews
- Languages
- DE, EN, IT
- Group
- Small group, up to 50
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- KoperTrips.com
- Meeting point
- Cruise PassengersPickup will be at the cruise terminal in Trieste where your cruise ship will be docked.
Description
Visit Postojna Cave, the best-known cave in the world, and The Predjama Castle, the only preserved cave castle in Europe.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Next available
- Sun, Oct 4
- Adult
- $115
In demand: 12 of the next 30 departures are already sold out.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 3.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Trieste
Your guide will pick you up at the agreed starting point in Trieste - hotel, cruise terminal, train station etc. (please contact us after the booking so the appropriate arrangements can be made).
Postojna Cave
Postojna Cave, the queen of all caves, is the best-known cave in the world. It is also the greatest tourist attraction in Slovenia and one of the world’s largest karst monuments. This is the only place in the world where the underground landscape can be traversed on an electric train and where you get to meet this underground kingdom’s most famous inhabitant – the proteus (olm) – up close. A fantastic web of tunnels, passages, galleries and halls, astonishing diversity of karst features, as well as easy access are certainly the main reasons for such popularity of the cave and a large number of visitors (more than 36 million of them in over 200 years).
Predjama Castle
The Predjama Castle reigns over the surrounding area, not far from the Postojna Cave, in the idyllic village of Predjama. This picturesque, magnificent, defiant, mysterious and impregnable castle has been perched up in the middle of a vertical 123-meter high cliff for more than 800 years. Its romantic appeal is further emphasized by the idyllic Lokva River, which disappears into the underground world deep down below the castle. As the only preserved cave castle in Europe, the Predjama Castle offers a unique insight into the building techniques and resourcefulness of people in the Middle Ages, who were looking for and found a safe harbor for themselves right at the entrance into the cave. During a siege that took place in the 15th century, the castle provided a refuge for its best known and most notorious owner - Erazem of Predjama. The legend about the courageous robber baron Erazem, who remained undefeated until one of his servants betrayed him, is still in people’s minds, inspiring and alluring as ever. It was this safe abode of his which helped the brave knight resist the besiegers without much difficulty for more than a year.
What's included
Included
Pickup and drop-off
Driver/guide
Insurance
Transportation
Not included
Food and drinks
Gratuities
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.7
139 reviews
How it compares in Trieste
- No. 3 by number of reviews among 204 tours in Trieste
- Starting price $143 is 24% below the typical $189 for tours of similar length in Trieste
Excurgo comparison of 204 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Hotel Guests must advise supplier as soon as possible: hotel details
- Cruise Passengers must advise supplier as soon as possible: ship name, arrival time and departure time
- The temperature inside the cave is constant throughout the year (10 °C), so warm clothing and sports footwear are recommended
- The tour can be booked in English, Italian, or German. Occasionally, the escort guide in the vehicle may speak only English, depending on availability, however, the guided visits in the cave and castle will be conducted in the booked language.
- A final confirmation with the exact pickup time, pickup location, and all tour details will be sent 1 day before the tour.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Postojna Cave & Predjama Castle from Trieste take?
Postojna Cave & Predjama Castle from Trieste lasts about 5 hours. The itinerary has 3 stops.
How much does Postojna Cave & Predjama Castle from Trieste cost?
Prices start at $143 per person for this Trieste experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Postojna Cave & Predjama Castle from Trieste run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day.
Does Postojna Cave & Predjama Castle from Trieste sell out?
It can: 12 of the next 30 departures are already sold out, so booking ahead is a good idea.
Can I cancel Postojna Cave & Predjama Castle from Trieste for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered.
What languages is Postojna Cave & Predjama Castle from Trieste offered in?
The experience is available in DE, EN, IT.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 50 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap Specialized infant seats are available
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
Wheelchair accessible Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Reviews(139)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
L
Great day trip
8
Cave and castle!
We were on a cruise and wanted to see both the cave and inside the castle during our tour. The bus met us at the ship, and it was easy. The bus is nice, air conditioned and the guide, Vesna, kept us informed on the drive. The stop at the castle was great, and using your cell phone with their audio guide was helpful. Having your AirPods might make listening easier. We did feel a little rushed, and skipped over the last few stops in the castle to get back to the bus. Once on the bus, we waited 30 min while the guide looked for 2 passengers she thought were late. We left and made it to the cave, with around 45 min to eat or shop before our tour. We felt that was enough time, and wished we had more time at the castle. The cave tour was really excellent and they aren’t kidding that it is cold (50 F). We brought sweatshirts but wore shorts and were OK but you definitely need a jacket. The whole tour took 7 hours, and they did drop off a few people at the city center but otherwise drove us back to the ship. 4 stars only because we would have liked more time at the castle.
M
A must-see
We visited the caves on August 13th, but keep in mind that the temperature inside is constant all year round at 10 degrees. Dressed in long pants and equipped with a backpack containing sweatshirts and jackets, we headed to the entrance where a small train will take you, in about 10 minutes, inside the caves where the walk will begin, which will last approximately 1 hour before taking the train back. The caves are very beautiful with an easy and simple path even for children.
C
Stephan was a wonderful...
Stephan was a wonderful and knowledgeable guide. Punctual and safe driver. Enjoyed the lessons in Trieste and Slovenian history along the way. Pleasant half day trip from Trieste.
S
Go, you won't regret it
It was a great experience to take home. Absolutely recommended! The guide was incredibly polite and attentive to translating, both in English and Italian. He told many things that were both educational but also fun.
M
All went as described
Everything went smoothly, it was as advertised . Tour guide was informative and helpful. Castle and caves were amazing . Tour guide told us where to go and made it go smoothly.
C
Great tour in lovely Slovenia!
We loved our guide, who is originally from Slovenia, and the driver! Great information en route, and very kind to me with limited mobility due to knee injury. Be aware of fast paced walking in cave, often uphill. Bring a jacket for cave, but chill air was so welcome in contrast to outdoor heat wave! Recommend this combined tour, especially because of our Guide!
J
Slovenia is beautiful. ...
Slovenia is beautiful. Enjoyed the cave experience - bring a jacket. The castle tour was also enjoyable. Hands down a beautiful country.
A
Totally worth it .
Castle and caves are really amazing; plus I love the scenery driving to Slovenia ; it is so green and beautiful . We enjoyed our tour.
J
Since instructions for...
Since instructions for pickup were for specific time , should have been made aware there were pickups along the way .. thought it was a smaller group
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