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It is beautiful and the...
It is beautiful and the train ride is very cool. It is quite cool so bring a jacket to keep warm and good shoes as the pathway is wet.
Postojna Cave & Predjama Castle - Small Group Tour from Trieste
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At a glance
- Duration
- 5 hours
- Price from
- $143 / person
- Location
- Trieste, Italy
- Rating
- 4.8 / 5 · 53 reviews
- Languages
- DE, EN, IT
- Group
- Small group, up to 50
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Hotel pickup
- Available
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- KoperTrips.com
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
- Sat, Oct 10
- Adult
- $143
In demand: 13 of the next 30 departures are already sold out.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 7.
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
Transportation
Insurance
Not included
Food and drinks
Gratuities
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.8
53 reviews
How it compares in Trieste
- No. 14 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
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Wheelchair accessible
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Cruise Passengers must advise supplier as soon as possible: ship name, arrival time and departure time
- Hotel Guests must advise supplier as soon as possible: hotel details
- 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.
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 this tour take?
Postojna Cave & Predjama Castle - Small Group Tour from Trieste lasts about 5 hours. The itinerary has 3 stops.
How much does this tour 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 this tour run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day.
Does this tour sell out?
It can: 13 of the next 30 departures are already sold out, so booking ahead is a good idea.
Can I cancel this tour 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 this tour 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 are required to sit on an adult’s lap Specialized infant seats are available Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible Wheelchair accessible
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Reviews(53)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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Amazing
Cave and castle both must see in Slovenia. Trip left us speechless. Stefan our tour guide had good knowledge about history and we spent nice time. Definitely i will recommend this trip to everyone who wants to visit Slovenia.
J
Great Cave Tour
We did not expect such a great tour of this amazing cave. It was not only one of the largest caves we ever experienced, but equally beautiful as well. The tour guide did an amazing job explaining all the details.
J
The Postojna Cave & Predjama Castle - Small Group Tour from Trieste
The Postojna Cave & Predjama Castle - Small Group Tour from Trieste was even better than we imagined! The Predjama Castle was absolutely incredible—built right against the wall, it’s a sight to behold. There were lots of stairs to climb, but we loved the architecture. The Postojna Cave was truly spectacular. Stephan, our driver, was so friendly and shared his knowledge of the region with our group.
J
Wonderful day.
It is a wonderful day, lots to see. There is lots of walking in the caves, up hills and down but not too strenuous. The castle through is built into the side of a cliff so lots of steps. Mia was a wonderful guide for the day.
D
sLOVEnia!
Beautiful, but lots of stairs, some very steep. The portion of Slovenia we saw was gorgeous. Will plan on returning.
S
I had an absolutely...
I had an absolutely unforgettable experience visiting Postojna Cave in Slovenia. The cave itself is breathtaking, with massive stalactites and hidden chambers. The highlight was definitely the train tour—such a front-row seat to the cave’s magic. We did book a private small group tour, but unfortunately, it ended up being a large bus with a lot of cruise passengers, which was a bit disappointing. Still, the cave itself and the guide were phenomenal—it’s a must-see in Slovenia!
S
It is worth it. You visit two...
It is worth it. You visit two spectacular sites with enough time to see everything. There is no guide in Spanish, but with an Italian guide and the audio guides in Spanish, it is sufficient to understand what you are visiting.
M
Good tour, operator was...
Good tour, operator was friendly and knowledgeable. Trip to the caves was comfortable and the return was prompt.
D
What can I say? Postojna...
What can I say? Postojna Cave was an awesome experience, massive in size and truly spectacular. History of Predjama Castle was interesting. Tour hostess and driver were great
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