{"id":264,"date":"2025-09-25T16:23:49","date_gmt":"2025-09-25T16:23:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/demo.e-travel.sk\/?p=264"},"modified":"2026-08-18T22:27:25","modified_gmt":"2026-08-18T22:27:25","slug":"slovakia-the-country-of-the-castles-mountains","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/demo.e-travel.sk\/slovakia-the-country-of-the-castles-mountains\/","title":{"rendered":"Slovakia: The country of the castles &#038; mountains"},"content":{"rendered":"<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color has-medium-font-size wp-elements-2ed34d552aa8a52e444029c0d988e1a7 wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"\/destinations\/slovakia\/\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-vivid-cyan-blue-color\">Slovakia<\/mark><\/strong><\/a> offers an exceptional combination of cultural heritage and natural beauty, making it an attractive destination for group travellers. This tour highlights the country\u2019s most iconic features \u2013 its remarkable collection of castles, historic towns, and the dramatic landscapes of the High Tatras. Designed with travel agencies and tour operators in mind, the program provides a balanced mix of guided sightseeing, authentic local experiences, and opportunities for active exploration. With reliable logistics and professional support on the ground, this itinerary ensures a seamless travel experience that meets the expectations of international groups.<\/p>\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color has-large-font-size wp-elements-b25955a59c2ac83829acc7c851ac5ea9\"><strong>Day 1: Arrival in Bratislava<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color has-medium-font-size wp-elements-a05691c26890caa9b04d1bac4a724404 wp-block-paragraph\">Arrival at Vienna\/ Bratislava airport. Meeting with the guide and driver at arriving hall of the airport. Transfer to Bratislava, start of panorama city tour of Bratislava. Visit <strong>Slavin Memorial <\/strong>from where is outstanding view on Bratislava and continue by visiting exteriors of splendid Bratislava Castle. Free time for lunch and check in at the hotel. <\/p>\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color has-medium-font-size wp-elements-b1982fdb60d4c6565ab75ea9c8b3d2c4 wp-block-paragraph\">Evening continue by walking tour of historical city center of Bratislava, discovering <strong>St. Martin Cathedral<\/strong>, the famous cathedral of Bratislava where were crowned Hungarian Kings, including famous Maria Theresa. Continue to hidden gem of Bratislava &#8211; Primate&#8217;s Palace, Opera House, the Reduta Building, Main Square, St. Michael Tower and many more. Dinner at local restaurant within walking distance from the hotel. <\/p>\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color has-large-font-size wp-elements-bcd3a1e83434183a1b31fe18bd4110ce\"><strong>Day 2: Nitra, Banska Stiavnica <\/strong><\/h2>\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color has-medium-font-size wp-elements-a6afe89956687f55883c6ff3b226a58e wp-block-paragraph\">Departure towards Central Slovakia. First stop in <strong>Nitra<\/strong>, one of the most oldest cities of Slovakia, where we will visit the cathedral of <strong>St. Emeram<\/strong> and beautiful historical city center. Continue towards the <strong>Hronsky Benadikt Abbey<\/strong>, one of the oldest and most beautiful holly places of Slovakia. <\/p>\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color has-medium-font-size wp-elements-7f97d3bf282340defd08f8fcaa243de8 wp-block-paragraph\">Finally heading to the gem of Central Slovakia, old mining city of <strong>Banska Stiavnica<\/strong>, one of the most richest cities of former Austro-Hungarian Empire thanks to its gold and silver mines. Here we will visit the Old Castle and beautiful city center, which is part of <strong>UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE LIST<\/strong>. Accommodation and dinner at stylish chateau <a href=\"https:\/\/www.grandviglas.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Grand Viglas<\/a>.  <\/p>\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color has-large-font-size wp-elements-488197b01522e03591d0ac4ccc2f796c\"><strong>Day 3: Hronsek, Banska Bystrica, Vlkolinec, Low Tatras <\/strong><\/h2>\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color has-medium-font-size wp-elements-76585f06f5799c9393e868186a6d23e1 wp-block-paragraph\">In the morning departure towards <strong>Hronsek<\/strong>, where we will visit the wooden articular protestant church, built from wood without using any nail. In addition we will visit the exteriors of beautiful <strong>Water Palace of Hronsek<\/strong>. <\/p>\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color has-medium-font-size wp-elements-e2a2f3290787629e9b09cb2f17dbd0cc wp-block-paragraph\">Continue to <strong>Banska Bystrica<\/strong>, the center of Central Slovakia and during II. World War, the center of S<strong>lovak National Uprising<\/strong>. Visit of historical city center. At the edge of Low Tatras National Park and National Park Big Fatra we will visit mountain village <strong>Vlkolinec<\/strong>, small mountain village, part of UNESCO thanks to its wooden architecture. <\/p>\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color has-medium-font-size wp-elements-27d521a7eb2600ec4a26bd91ec2010af wp-block-paragraph\">We will finish 3rd day in Low Tatras, at the biggest ski &amp; summer resort Jasna, where we will stroll along the only glacial lake of Low Tatras &#8211; <strong>Vrbicke Pleso<\/strong>. Buffet dinner at 4* hotel. <\/p>\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color has-large-font-size wp-elements-bb1aacd62996cf62e4c42eb8083a792f\"><strong>Day 4: Demanovska Cave of Liberty, High Tatras<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color has-medium-font-size wp-elements-910b6afc76787bc655006d38abfb9846 wp-block-paragraph\">After the buffet breakfast departure to famous <strong>Demanovska Cave of Liberty<\/strong>, one of the biggest Slovakian  caves famous thanks to huge stalactites and stalagmites. Continue our tour to one of the most beautiful parts of Slovakia &#8211; <strong>High Tatras<\/strong>, stop in <strong>Strbske Pleso<\/strong>, famous touristic center located next to Strbske Pleso lake, one of the most famous glacial lakes of High Tatras (more than 80 glacial lakes). <\/p>\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color has-medium-font-size wp-elements-bd4ecbe369ce09856b402f14e204820d wp-block-paragraph\">Lunch in traditional Slovakian restaurant called &#8220;Koliba&#8221;. Afterwards take funicular from Stary Smokovec to Hrebienok. Short stroll to beautiful Studenovodske Waterfalls. Admiring the beautiful views of Tatras. Evening traditional Slovakian dinner with gypsy folk music. Overnight in Tatranska Lomnica. <\/p>\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color has-large-font-size wp-elements-059b1ac6fcd1ad4238fd16c286228f07\"><strong>Day 5: Lomnicky Peak, Kezmarok, Spiss Region, Kosice<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color has-medium-font-size wp-elements-dd142ab41583a3ee55d18b1c39014258 wp-block-paragraph\">From Tatranska Lomnica take cable car to Lomnicke Sedlo (2190 m) or possible even to take a funicular to Lomnicky Peak, the second highest Slovakian peak (2634 m). <\/p>\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color has-medium-font-size wp-elements-749fc3a03b10e25a2a89a414ba1eabdf wp-block-paragraph\">After the lunch departure towards medieval town<strong> Kezmarok<\/strong>, where we will visit beautiful city center with it&#8217;s city castle. Entrance to wooden <strong>articular protestant church<\/strong> (UNESCO) and new eclectic protestant church designed by famous Austrian architect <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Theophil_Hansen\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Theophil Hanssen<\/a><\/strong>. At the new church is buried also Imrich Tokoli, the leader of rebellion contra Royal Family Habsburg. <\/p>\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color has-medium-font-size wp-elements-e16c5a02a879ce8ee34683e46b86fc6a wp-block-paragraph\">Continue to gothic region Spiss, full of UNESCO monuments. Entrance to <strong>Slovakian Vatican Spisska Kapitula<\/strong> &amp; biggest castle of Central Europe &#8211;<strong> Spiss Castle<\/strong>. Continue to the 2nd biggest Slovakian city Kosice, the center of Eastern Slovakia. Dinner at the hotel. Overnight in Kosice. <\/p>\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color has-large-font-size wp-elements-33f29126a829bd9793e1242bf84adf76\"><strong>Day 6: Kosice, Bardejov, Hervartov, Trocany<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color has-medium-font-size wp-elements-f946941eadf1eff48a752943dc3e75ab wp-block-paragraph\">Early morning city tour of beautiful city center of Kosice, with it&#8217;s famous <strong>Hlavna Street<\/strong>, and the biggest <strong>Slovakian church &#8211; Cathedral of St. Elisabeth<\/strong>. Continue towards <strong>Bardejov <\/strong>(UNESCO), visit historical city center and the basilica of St. Egidius. After the lunch visit of wooden catholic churches in <strong>Hervartov<\/strong> (Roman Catholic) &amp; <strong>Trocany <\/strong>(Greek catholic). Return to Kosice, dinner at traditional Eastern Slovakia restaurant <strong>Karzma<\/strong>. Overnight in Kosice. <\/p>\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color has-large-font-size wp-elements-ecac65328e16a87e081e17bd658508d4 wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Day 7: Levoca, Orava Castle, Bratislava<\/strong><\/p>\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color has-medium-font-size wp-elements-5a2fa5e6c9d9151419390ad58126ee18 wp-block-paragraph\">Early morning buffet breakfast and departure towards medieval town <strong>Levoca<\/strong>, entrance to basilica of St. Jacob with impersonate altar of <strong>Master Paul from Levoca (UNESCO)<\/strong>. Continue to &#8220;Dracula&#8221; Castle <strong>Orava<\/strong>. One of the most beautiful and well preserved castles of Slovakia, where in 1922 was filmed the 1st movie about Dracula &#8211; <strong>Nossferatu<\/strong>. Lunch and transfer to Bratislava. Overnight in Bratislava. <\/p>\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color has-large-font-size wp-elements-56d73b13fdd19530baf6323d90cdd300 wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Day 8: Free time in Bratislava and flight back home<\/strong><\/p>\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color has-medium-font-size wp-elements-a4f2e41ebc13b127826041e67707e410 wp-block-paragraph\">Buffet breakfast at the hotel. Free time in Bratislava. Transfer to Bratislava\/ Vienna airport. 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