Country Guide - Slovakia
Full Name
Slovak Republic
Capital City
Bratislava
Currency
Euro
Timezone(s)
GMT +1
For the latest travel advice on visiting Slovakia:
>> Foreign & Commonwealth Office advice for travelling to Slovakia
>> BBC Country Profile on Slovakia
To purchase guidebooks and maps for your visit to Slovakia:
Related Trips
8 days from
629
Land only. Countries: Austria, Slovakia, Hungary
This is a classic one week ride through the beautiful peaceful scenery that links these two historic cities. Vienna requires little introduction, with a wealth of history, famous sites, entertainment and culture.
The route passes numerous rural villages and takes in…
Average review rating 
based on 9 reviews.
Trip code: LSH
Next departure: 1st June 2013
Max group size: 6
New dates and prices will be online soon.
Flight Inclusive. Countries: Poland, Slovakia
The Tatra Mountains offer a great mix of authentic culture, warm hospitality and a wide range of winter sports.
The oldest settlement in the High Tatras is Smokovec, which has grown over the years into a lively small town and the perfect base for a fantastic week trying…
Average review rating 
based on 13 reviews.
Trip code: CVT
Next departure:
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14 days from
1399
Flight Inclusive. Countries: Czech Republic, Austria, Hungary, Slovakia, Poland
Central Europe has both enjoyed and shared a rich and varied history and today its cities and towns bear witness to the rise and fall of many glorious empires from the Romans to the Hapsburgs.
We include five of the finest and most historic capitals: Prague, Bratislava,…
Average review rating 
based on 11 reviews.
Trip code: AVU
Next departure: 2nd June 2013
Max group size: 20
New dates and prices will be online soon.
Flight Inclusive. Countries: Poland, Slovakia
Donovaly has grown from a small village in the Low Tatras into one of Slovakia's best known winter destinations. It is known to the dogsledding community as the setting for the World and European Championship sprint race, which brings together the best and fastest European mushers…
Average review rating based on 7 reviews.
Trip code: CVD
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8 days from
779
Flight Inclusive. Countries: Poland, Slovakia
The scenery in Central Europe changes rapidly from expansive plains to dense forests and jagged peaks. There is a great diversity of people, culture and architecture throughout.
The High Tatras, part of the Carpathian Range, is a group of rugged granite mountains forming…
Average review rating based on 11 reviews.
Trip code: TVP
Next departure: 7th July 2013
Max group size: 16
11 days from
1349
Flight Inclusive. Countries: Czech Republic, Austria, Slovakia, Hungary
Historical, cultural and geographical variety form the backdrop to this fascinating ride.
Through the landscape of the Czech Republic, Austria, Slovakia and Hungary, this trip combines peaceful country lanes with well-marked cycle paths, including sections along the…
Average review rating based on 4 reviews.
Trip code: MVZ
Next departure: 30th May 2013
Max group size: 15
8 days from
999
Flight Inclusive. Countries: Czech Republic, Slovakia
Southern Moravia and western Slovakia offer some wonderfully varied and peaceful cycling. The landscape here is a joy to discover, with mediaeval towns, hill top castles and chateaux flanked by flourishing vineyards and forests.
We base ourselves in three towns that…
Trip code: MVL
Next departure: 17th August 2013
Max group size: 14
10 days from
1179
Flight Inclusive. Countries: Austria, Slovakia, Czech Republic
This is a great chance to visit some of the hidden gems from the former Czechoslovakia, including some of the most historically and naturally significant areas of Slovakia.
We introduce the beautiful region of southern Moravia in the Czech Republic, which is famed for…
Average review rating based on 6 reviews.
Trip code: ASG
Next departure: 14th June 2013
Max group size: 14
8 days from
829
Flight Inclusive. Countries: Poland, Slovakia
This great value trip explores the fascinating but lesser-known Beskidy and Pieniny mountain ranges that border Slovakia and Poland.
We visit charming villages and historic monasteries that give an insightful look into the history of local communities.
Life here…
Average review rating based on 2 reviews.
Trip code: TVK
Next departure: 27th July 2013
Max group size: 16
14 days from
999
Land only. Countries: Austria, Germany, Slovakia, Hungary
For nearly 3000km the Danube flows through the heart of Central Europe. The cycle path along the river is the perfect means to explore this beautiful area.
In Austria it runs through steep-sided valleys and wide riverside woods, visiting historic towns and cities such…
Average review rating based on 2 reviews.
Trip code: LSD
Next departure: 26th May 2013
Max group size: 6
4 days from
899
Flight Inclusive. Countries: Poland, Slovakia
This wildlife trek explores two regions of the High Tatras National Park in Slovakia, home to numerous species of birds and mammals including, of course, the European Brown Bear. The park was originally created in 1948 and today covers over 700 square kilometres, much of which…
Trip code: ASK
Next departure: 21st June 2013
Max group size: 6
