Domen Strle
I grew up in an idyllic village in the southwest of Slovenia and later moved to Ljubljana to study Tourism Destination Management. In my student years, I became an active member of Alpine Association of Slovenia, where I worked on several projects, and attended courses for mountain guides and alpinists.
I love outdoor activities, especially hiking, mountain biking and ski touring and I believe that Slovenia is a land of infinite opportunities. For the last decade, I’ve been experiencing exploring Slovenia as a challenge, finding new hidden gems with each trip I make.
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What places and activities do you specialize in?
"Places? Slovenia & Istria (Croatia)
Activities? Walking, hiking, mountaineering, all kinds of water sports, cycling, mountain biking, ski-touring, fly-fishing, family trips, gourmet tours, photography trips,..."
Featured trips & expertise
Hike Croatia's Adriatic Islands - 8 Days
This 8-day, small-group tour takes you hiking and island hopping against the spectacular backdrop of Croatia's Adriatic coast. Starting in Zagreb, make your way through Plitvice Lakes National Park and the Velebit Mountains to reach the glittering Adriatic. Skipping between the islands of Krk, Cres, and Lošinj, you'll embark on a series of half-day hikes—discovering a magical landscape of secluded fishing villages, rocky peaks, and hidden beaches along the way.
Alps to the Adriatic: Inn-to-Inn Walking Adventure - 10 Days
This inn-to-inn walking itinerary gives you a chance to explore some of the most beautiful scenery in Slovenia independently. Start off on the fairytale shores of Lake Bled to explore the rugged alpine landscape and crystal clear lakes of northwestern Slovenia. Then, hike through Karawanks mountain range, on the border between Slovenia and Austria. Then, walk through Triglav National Park and follow the beautiful Soča River downstream to Tolmin, before crossing the border into Italy to visit Cividale del Friuli.
Slovenia Multisport Adventure - 6 Days
This self-guided six-day adventure covers Slovenia's highlights and gives you the chance to discover the country in a short time. Start at Lake Bled in northwestern Slovenian to see rugged alpine landscapes, crystal clear rivers, and peaceful lakes. Hike through Triglav National Park and sleep in a cozy mountain hut, then explore the emerald Soča River and the surrounding valley, before finishing up with a tour of Ljubljana, the country's capital.
From the Alps to the Adriatic: Lake Bled, the Soča Valley, and Istria - 13 Days
This 13-day itinerary is perfect for first-time visitors who want to see a little bit of everything: it covers Slovenia's best spots from the Alps to the Adriatic, before finishing with a few days in Croatian Istria. Hike along the beautiful emerald waters of the Soča River, relax and sip wine in the Goriška Brda wine hills, take a dip in the Adriatic Sea near Rovinj, and lots more with this self-driving itinerary filled with tons of activities.
Hiking & Fly-Fishing in Slovenia: Ljubljana, Lake Bled, the Soča Valley, Goriška Brda & Piran - 12 Days
This 12-day itinerary includes some of the best fly-fishing and hiking in Slovenia. Start in the rugged landscapes of the Slovenian Alps, then head to Goriška Brda for some world-class wine. End the trip with a visit to the Škocjan Caves and a day on the Adriatic Coast. We'll provide everything you need, from detailed hiking maps to fly-fishing equipment to restaurant recommendations.
Hiking Adventure through Slovenia: The Alps, Lake Bohinj, & the Soča Valley - 14 Days
This intense and rewarding two-week hiking adventure through Slovenia's Alpine countryside is perfect for hiking aficionados who want an active vacation. This trip includes a three-day hut-to-hut trek, the beautiful scenery around Lake Bohinj, a hike along the border between Slovenia and Austria, and a few days in the Soča Valley filled with history and adventure.
Recent trip reviews for Domen
Domen and Slotrips put together a great itine...
Slovenia
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Sep 19 - Sep 30, 2022
Domen and Slotrips put together a great itinerary and experience in lovely Slovenia. He customized a blend of hiking, biking, and rafting around my interests with many additional side options depending on time/desire. When the weather was rough the last part of my trip, Domen worked with local companies to rearrange times for trips. The GPS provided for hiking and biking was superior! Highly needed for some trails in the national park where trail marking can be confusing. Excellent... read more
Hi Caleb,
Thank you so much for this amazing review! :) I'm excited to hear you had a great time and all worked out as planned.
Thanks again for exploring Slovenia with us and welcome back anytime! Maybe you might even get some dry days next time around. :)
Best, Domen
Best trip I’ve ever been on! It was exception...
Slovenia
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Aug 18 - Aug 27, 2022
Best trip I’ve ever been on! It was exceptionally organized and provided great variety in the activities and regions of exploration. I loved all of the overnight accommodations and the meals that were included were excellent.
Hi Ronda,
Thanks for your feedback and especially for all the amazing photos!! :)
Warm regards,
Domen
Highly Recommended - Great Experience 9.5 / 10
Slovenia
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Jul 27 - Aug 7, 2022
We are a family of five - children aged 19,17,15. Domen did an excellent job planning the trip for us and taking into consideration our preferences. Communication was very smooth. First a telephone conversation, followed by a few iterations by mail. He was quite flexible and happy to adjust according to our feedback. Trip turned out to be well thought out, with the right mix of activities and places to stay. Having the entire trip and the hike maps available in apps is great and very... read more
Hi Coen,
I was happy to read your wonderful review! Thank you so much for your feedback. :)
I'm happy to hear you have enjoyed your family vacation in Slovenia!
The City Hotel is one of the best if not the best value hotel in Ljubljana and as such, can not compare to the smaller, boutique hotels, like the Dobra Vila. I'm sorry to hear that the AC was malfunctioning and that the terrace was closed, but I hope that it did not spoil the overall experience. :)
Safe travels and welcome back anytime!
Domen
Fishing and Hiking in Slovenia
Slovenia
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Jul 22 - Jul 30, 2022
We had a terrific 9-day driving tour through Western Slovenia, focusing on beautiful Triglav National Park. Domen Strle, our virtual tour guide and travel agent, chose excellent places for us to stay and activities including hiking, fly-fishing and touring. Without his intimate knowledge of the area and his responsiveness to our questions, we would have had a difficult time planning such a trip (our first to Slovenia). He quickly accommodated last-minute changes to our schedule (e.g., an... read more
Hi David,
Thank you for your kind words and a wonderful review!
I'm happy to hear you have enjoyed your hike, fly-fish & self-drive trip through Slovenia. :)
Wish you great adventures for the rest of our vacation and thanks again for travelling with us!
Slovenian Alps to Cvoast Hiking Adventure - 10 Days
Slovenia
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Sep 12 - Sep 20, 2019
I traveled through Slovenia for 8 days on a mostly hiking and occasionally biking itinerary. Domen, our local trip specialist from Ljubljana, did an excellent job planning even more activities than we had time to enjoy, so each day there were options. He responded to our many questions and concern with patience and in detail.
Slovenia offers stunning geography, wonderful food, and warm hospitality. Hiking through the Julian Alps and along the Soca River can be challenging with some... read more
Hi Sydney, thank you so much for a great review!
I'm glad you have enjoyed your hiking adventure and loved the country. :) Please send my warmest regards to the girls and thank you for exploring Slovenia with us!
Trekking in Slovenia
Slovenia
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May 11 - May 24, 2019
Slovenia was awesome. I loved the trekking - quite challenging sometimes, especially in the Alps/ mountains/ hills , but always interesting. The River Soca is beautiful and Piran is a gorgeous town on the Adriatic. But lots of other lovely places. Domen was superb. Always responsive and kept in touch to make sure I was ok. The accommodation and treks he organized were perfect. Thanks Domen, SLO trips and kim kim 😀 10/10. Nga mihi Karen, New Zealand.
Hi Karen!
Thank you so much for your great feedback! I'm happy to hear you loved your trip despite the unfortunate weather at first. Although, the fresh snow did add a bit of adventure to the hike! :)
I wish you safe travels and many more amazing long-distance hikes in the future!
Warmest regards,
Domen
Nature at a slow pace
Slovenia
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Aug 3 - Aug 10, 2018
Miha organised the trip so well to suit our style. He made it easy. Everything was organised from the printed itinerary to the mobile phone on loan! Nothing went wrong and we really enjoyed the hike.
Dear Jacqui!
It is great to hear you enjoyed your stay in Slovenia! Thank you very much for being our guest and for taking the time to write this review and publish all the photos! :) Wish you happy travels in the future!
Warm wishes,
Miha & Domen
Beyond the Alps
Slovenia
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Jul 30 - Aug 9, 2018
We spent a wonderful two weeks driving around Slovenia, seeing the sights and taking lovely day hikes. Domen and Miha both worked with us designing a unique trip. We visited both the usual tourist sights and some that were specific to our interests. They gave us gps tracks to quiet, solitary day hikes with amazing views. We do not hesitate to recommend Slotrips for a fabulous vacation.
Hi Connie!
Thank you so much for your kind feedback! It was great having you here and I hope you might visit Slovenia in the future again :)
Warm wishes,
Miha & Domen
Hiking slovenia
Slovenia
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Jul 8 - Jul 20, 2018
Great trip organised and coordinated by Miha Gantar everything was well thought out and coordinated. The standard of service and accommodation was excellent. The country is open welcoming and not yet over crowded and pretty much everyone spoke english so we had no trouble getting around and being understood. Our guide Aliaz for our 5 day hike was fantastic and took all the worry out of navigating some challenging terrain. By far the best organised trip we have done
Hi Bruce,
It makes us very happy to hear that you had a great time in Slovenia! We are honoured to be a part of this amazing experience.
Thank you again for exploring our country with us and keep using Kimkim and local providers for your future trips. :)
Warmest regards,
Miha & Domen