An outdoor lovers dream, Slovenia promises hiking, mountain biking, rafting, and much more.

Despite its size its slightly smaller than New Jersey the country offers an astounding variety of landscapes.

Catch your breath and try a city break, exploring the historic city of Ljubljana.

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Visit the famous Dragon bridge in Ljubljana, Slovenia.Credit:NataliaDeriabina/Getty Images

Heres my itinerary for an action-packed week.

For a nice day trip, go toPredjama Castle, perched atop a sheer cliff.

Get acquainted with the spectacular alpine scenery and ride mountain bikes through picturesque villages.

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Scenic Ljubljana, Slovenia’s active capital.narvikk/Getty Images

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you could also spend a day visiting Bled, the iconic postcard-worthy town on Lake Bled.

Hike around the lake or take a dip if its warm enough.

Located along the Ljubljanica River in one of the citys oldest buildings, it has 15 individually decorated rooms.

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Visit Triglav National Park to see magnificent views of the Julian Alps, Slovenia.DaLiu/Getty Images

For those seeking winter sports including skiing, snowboarding, or ice climbing, December to February is ideal.

Rachael Mendizabalis a member of Travel + Leisure’s A-List and specializes in trips to Slovenia.

you’re free to create a tailor-made itinerary with Mendizabal by contacting her atRachael.Mendizabal@scottdunn.com.

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Bled Lake, surrounded by breathtaking views, in Julian Alps region, Slovenia.Tatiana Gnuchykh/Getty Images

birds eye view of a small cabin surrounded by green forrest and a blue lake

Luxurious views can be seen at Boutique Hotel & Restaurant Milka, Kranjska Gora, Slovenia.Courtesy of Boutique Hotel & Restaurant Milka