As travelers increasingly seek authentic and meaningful experiences, traditional crafts and handmade products are gaining importance as a window into local culture. With a licensed local guide, visitors don’t just walk through villages and towns – they step into workshops, talk to the makers, and often try their hand at centuries-old techniques.
The ARGOS – Association of Regional Tourist Guides of Slovenia has been working with local artisans across the country for many years. Together, we offer programs that allow visitors to experience heritage, creativity, and personal stories that define Slovenia’s identity.

What can visitors experience?
•    Hands-on craft techniques
With the guidance of a local expert, guests can try lace-making, willow weaving, pottery, or traditional loom weaving.
•    Boutique workshops
Guided visits to makers of natural cosmetics, beeswax candles, wooden toys, herbal products, and other handcrafted goods offer an immersive local encounter.
•    Cultural storytelling
Our guides place each experience within its historical and cultural context, helping visitors understand how each craft emerged and why it’s still alive today.

Who is this for?
•    Foreign and local visitors looking for more than just sightseeing.
•    Travel agencies designing unique, value-rich itineraries.
•    Companies organizing team-building or hosting international partners.

Why travel with ARGOS guides?
•    We collaborate with authentic local artisans whom we personally know and trust.
•    Every visit is professionally organized and tailored to your audience.
•    Guides provide translation, context, and connection between guests and locals.

Contact & Info
📧 info@localguides-slovenia.com
🌐 www.localguides-slovenia.com
📍 Available across Slovenia – from Alpine valleys to Pannonian plains.