Welcome to Italy's wine-rich Friuli region! In this little-visited locale, tucked between Slovenia and Austria, you'll find the cultural imprints of both countries - not to mention some of the most rewarding roads you'll ever pedal.

Wander among imposing Iron Curtain relics in Berlin, experience bohemian hospitality in an underground Prague bar and stroll the banks of the sparkling River Danube. Be captivated by the mysteries and intrigue in this portion of the world.

Slovenia has magnificent alpine scenery, loads of Old World charm and open-armed hospitality...all still largely undiscovered by the tourist hordes.

This adventure bounds from the medieval monuments of Split, through the ancient streets of old-town Zadar and then north to the island of Rab. Take a blissful beach break, then cross into Slovenia discover the enchanting surrounds of Bled.

Sharing borders with Italy to the west, Austria to the north, Hungary to the east and Croatia and the Adriatic Sea to the south, Slovenia boasts incredible natural diversity for such a diminutive country.