Alpine Slovenia acts as the apex of a country ... military tunnels and disused mercury mines. On the coast, the crystal waters off Izola, Piran and Koper are a haven for scuba diving and watersports.

Its role as an entrepot of the Venetian empire is reflected in the red-tiled roofs of Piran, on Slovenia's sliver of Adriatic coast, among the best-preserved Italianate ports in Europe.

We clearly highlight car and van hire options in Piran that have free cancellation. So you can bag the best deal with total flexibility to change your plans if you need to. Want to hire a car for ...

Ljubljana, Slovenia's capital, which Rick Steves calls "an underrated gem in the heart of Europe," is a highly walkable city ...