The City of Lipica is an important equestrian center from the times of the Habsburgs, which is located on the karst plateau in the western part of Slovenia.
The main attraction of Lipica is a stud farm, where they have been breeding the world famous horses since the 16th century – Lipicanci. After visiting the stud farm you will also see the historic core of Lipica with the castle and the oldest barn Velbanco. You will have the unique oportunity to observe the horses in the pasture.
Your journey will continue through the karst landscape of the nearby famous park Škocjanske cave which are listed on the UNESCO list of World Heritage. Škocjanske cave systems consists of caves through which the river Reka flows and are the most important underground phenomenon in the Karst. The most famous is cave Vilenica, about 1,300 m long which is probably the oldest tourist cave in the world, as guided tours have been organised since the year 1633.
Price includes: Transport, English speaking guide, Entrance fees to Lipica stud farm, Skocjan cave and organization.
Schedule
1 April - 31. October 2017: Wednesdaya and Sundays at 8.30
Duration
6 - 7 hours
Number of participants
Minimum number of participants 2 people
Departure point
Your hotel or another place to be agreed on booking.
Language
English, Russian
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