60 days in Slovakia Itinerary
Created using Inspirock Slovakia trip planner
Start: Taipei
Fly to Vienna, Bus to Bratislava
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Bratislava
— 13 nights
Drive
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Trencin
— 9 nights
Drive
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Banska Stiavnica
— 9 nights
Drive
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Oravsky Podzamok
— 8 nights
Drive
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Strbske Pleso
— 9 nights
Drive
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Kosice
— 8 nights
Fly
End: Taipei
Mon, Nov 5 - Thu, Jan 3
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Bratislava — 13 nights
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Beauty on the Danube
Slovakia's capital, Bratislava, attracts visitors for its natural beauty and rich culture, offering a plethora of landscapes, outdoor activities, historical monuments, and a stately old town.Discover out-of-the-way places like Nedbalka Gallery and Slovak Philharmonic. Explore Bratislava's surroundings by going to Nitra (Farsky kostol navstivenia Panny Marie & Cathedral of St. Emeran), Trnava (St. John the Baptist Cathedral & Town Tower) and Old City Hall (in Pezinok). And it doesn't end there: take an in-depth tour of Devin Castle, step into the grandiose world of Bratislava Castle, test your team's savvy at BrainTeaseLava - more than Escape Room, and have fun at Bratislava Shooting Club.
To see reviews, maps, and other tourist information, you can read our Bratislava sightseeing planner.
Taipei, Taiwan to Bratislava is an approximately 17.5-hour combination of flight and bus. Traveling from Taipei to Bratislava, you'll gain 7 hours due to the time zone difference. Traveling from Taipei in November, expect Bratislava to be cooler, temps between 11°C and 3°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 19th (Mon) early enough to go by car to Trencin.
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Trencin — 9 nights
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Trenčín is a city in western Slovakia of the central Váh River valley near the Czech border, around 120km from Bratislava. Step off the beaten path and head to Trenciansky Hrad and Hrad Lietava. Change things up with these side-trips from Trencin: Bojnice (Bojnice Zoo, Museum of prehistory, &more), Cicmany (in Cicmany) and Cachtice (Cachtice Castle & Cachticke Podzemie). Next up on the itinerary: tee off at Penati Golf Resort, ponder the design of Vodnik, stroll around Tovarniky Chateau and Park, and snap pictures at The Colonnade Bridge.
For other places to visit, where to stay, maps, and more tourist information, read Trencin online trip planner.
You can drive from Bratislava to Trencin in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. Finish your sightseeing early on the 28th (Wed) to allow enough time to drive to Banska Stiavnica.
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For other places to visit, where to stay, maps, and more tourist information, read Trencin online trip planner.
You can drive from Bratislava to Trencin in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. Finish your sightseeing early on the 28th (Wed) to allow enough time to drive to Banska Stiavnica.
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Banska Stiavnica — 9 nights
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Banská Štiavnica is a town in central Slovakia, in the middle of an immense caldera created by the collapse of an ancient volcano. You'll discover tucked-away gems like Kalvaria and Old Castle Banska Stiavnica. Get out of town with these interesting Banska Stiavnica side-trips: Kremnica (NBS - Museum of Coins and Medals, Mincovna Kremnica, &more), Zvolen (Pusty Hrad (Deserted Castle), Arboretum Borova Hora, &more) and Banska Bystrica (The Clock Tower, Námestie SNP, &more). There's much more to do: see the interesting displays at Banskostiavnicky Betlehem, step into the grandiose world of Sasovsky hrad, take in the architecture and atmosphere at The St. Catherine Church, and wander the wide-open spaces of Fuggerov Dvor.
To find photos, reviews, and more tourist information, you can read our Banska Stiavnica trip builder tool.
Traveling by car from Trencin to Banska Stiavnica takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or do a combination of bus and train. Finish your sightseeing early on the 7th (Fri) to allow enough time to drive to Oravsky Podzamok.
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To find photos, reviews, and more tourist information, you can read our Banska Stiavnica trip builder tool.
Traveling by car from Trencin to Banska Stiavnica takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or do a combination of bus and train. Finish your sightseeing early on the 7th (Fri) to allow enough time to drive to Oravsky Podzamok.
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Find places to stay Nov 28 — Dec 7:
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Oravsky Podzamok — 8 nights
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Oravský Podzámok is a village and municipality in Dolný Kubín District in the Zilina Region of northern Slovakia. Discover out-of-the-way places like Janosikove Diery and J & J Ostrozovic. Change things up with these side-trips from Oravsky Podzamok: PARK SNOW Donovaly (in Donovaly), Bystrianska Cave (in Bystra) and Strecno Castle (in Strecno). Next up on the itinerary: step into the grandiose world of Orava Castle, see the interesting displays at Museum of Orava Village, make a trip to Mlyny Oblazy, and hike along Tomasovsky Vyh'lad.
To find where to stay, maps, ratings, and other tourist information, read our Oravsky Podzamok trip itinerary planner.
Drive from Banska Stiavnica to Oravsky Podzamok in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of train and bus; or take a train. In December, daytime highs in Oravsky Podzamok are 3°C, while nighttime lows are -1°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 15th (Sat) early enough to drive to Strbske Pleso.
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To find where to stay, maps, ratings, and other tourist information, read our Oravsky Podzamok trip itinerary planner.
Drive from Banska Stiavnica to Oravsky Podzamok in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of train and bus; or take a train. In December, daytime highs in Oravsky Podzamok are 3°C, while nighttime lows are -1°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 15th (Sat) early enough to drive to Strbske Pleso.
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Find places to stay Dec 7 — 15:
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Strbske Pleso — 9 nights
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Štrbské Pleso is a favorite ski, tourist, and health resort in the High Tatras, Slovakia located on the lake by the same name. You'll explore the less-touristy side of things at Lomnicky Peak and Radnica. Get out of town with these interesting Strbske Pleso side-trips: Liptovsky Mikulas (Demanovska Cave of Liberty, Zoo Kontakt, &more), Tatranska Lomnica (Ski Museum & Tatras National Park) and Rysy (in Tatra National Park). The adventure continues: look for all kinds of wild species at Strbske Pleso Lake, step into the grandiose world of Lubovna Castle, get lost in a book at Kezmarok Lyceum, and glide through natural beauty at Strbske Pleso.
To find maps, traveler tips, other places to visit, and tourist information, you can read our Strbske Pleso travel route tool.
Drive from Oravsky Podzamok to Strbske Pleso in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of bus and train; or take a train. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 24th (Mon) early enough to drive to Kosice.
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To find maps, traveler tips, other places to visit, and tourist information, you can read our Strbske Pleso travel route tool.
Drive from Oravsky Podzamok to Strbske Pleso in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of bus and train; or take a train. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 24th (Mon) early enough to drive to Kosice.
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Kosice — 8 nights
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City of Tolerance
Kosice has long been a hidden medieval gem.You'll explore the less-touristy side of things at Kosice Historical Centre and ZOO Košice. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Kosice: Krasnohorska Jaskyna (in Roznava), Spisska Kapitula (in Spisske Podhradie) and Holy Spirit Church Zehra (in Zehra). Spend the 1st (Tue) exploring nature at National Park Poloniny. The adventure continues: take in the spiritual surroundings of St. Egidius Basilica, ponder the design of Singing fountain, pause for some photo ops at The Memorial and the Cemetery of the Czechoslovak Army in Dukla, and pause for some serene contemplation at Kaplnka svateho Michala.
To see where to stay, maps, reviews, and tourist information, go to the Kosice driving holiday planner.
You can drive from Strbske Pleso to Kosice in 2 hours. Other options are to take a train; or do a combination of train and bus. Expect a daytime high around 2°C in December, and nighttime lows around -2°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 1st (Tue) early enough to travel back home.
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Find places to stay Dec 24 — Jan 1:
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Slovakia travel guide
Heart of Europe
A land of magnificent castles, untouched nature, and rich cultural heritage, Slovakia is a jewel in the heart of Europe that's waiting to be discovered. Larger cities such as Bratislava and Kosice feature historic architecture and offer numerous sightseeing opportunities and exciting art scenes, while the traditional villages are the perfect place to get acquainted with local customs. Some of the country's most popular tourist destinations are its numerous spa resorts, famous for their therapeutic properties, and a selection of wooden churches, many of which are World Heritage Sites. Those looking for nature's attractions can enjoy everything from the thick forests and snowy peaks of the Tatra Mountains, to one of Europe's largest concentrations of subterranean caves. The country's cuisine reflects its multi-cultural history and is a definite must-try.
