SLOVENIA'S FINEST WALKS

WALK THE LIMESTONE PEAKS OF THE JULIAN ALPS AND DRAMATIC SINKHOLES AND CAVES OF THE KARST REGION

ACTIVITES

Hiking

DURATION:

8 days (7 nights)

DIFFICULTY:

Low / Medium

Country

Slovenia

Programme

Do you like mountains, nature and are fit enough to do easy 4-hour walks? This is your tour in Slovenia! You will love it! :)

This hiking tour is ideal for everyone who loves nature and easy and pleasant walks. 

Long steep ascents are avoided, enabling you to enjoy the stunning scenery as you walk beside sparkling lakes, emerald rivers or watch the sun set on the Adriatic coast.

Our walking trips enable you to get to know the local culture, learn about the Slovenian way of life and taste delicious local food. You will also have free time to explore on your own, sample restaurants or go shopping in Ljubljana centre.

We will stay a couple of nights in our vibrant capital city of Ljubljana, enchanting alpine town of Bled, Slovenia’s outdoor adventure centre, Bovec and a night in our costal jewel, Piran.  Throughout the tour we will discover Slovenia’s natural treasures, get to know the local culture & people, learn about their way of life and taste delicious Slovenian food in authentic surroundings.  There will also be enough time for some easy afternoon walks on your own, relaxed private dinners or (window) shopping in the centre of Ljubljana. 

ACTIVITIES

  • Visit Slovenia’s vibrant capital, Ljubljana
  • Walk trails near the beautiful lakes of Bohinj and Bled
  • Enjoy breathtaking views of the highest limestone peaks of the Julian Alps
  • Walk beside the emerald Soca river and freshen up in its pools and waterfall
  • Explore Velika Planina, one of Europe's biggest mountain pastures
  • Discover the Škocjan caves and watch the sun go down on the Adriatic coast

  • Experience authentic mouthwatering Slovenian cuisine

Location

During the tour you will visit...

Ljubljana vibrant capital of Slovenia, Lake Bled, Pokljuka, Bohinj and Mostnica Gorge, Vrsič mountain pass, Soča Valley, Velika Planina, Škocjan caves and coastal town Piran. 

day by day

  • Day one

    WELCOME TO SLOVENIA - DAY IN LJUBLJANA

    Travelers from around the world come on their own to Ljubljana. Free time for the travellers to explore the old town centre and its lively streets. In the afternoon, the group will meet the guide over a welcome drink, discuss the details of the tour and get to know each other.

    Accommodation in a hotel in Ljubljana.

    Let us know if you need help organizing your transfer from Ljubljana airport or other nearby airports.

  • Day two

    VELIKA PLANINA AND LJUBLJANA

    We start the adventure in Kamnik-Savinja Alps just north from Ljubljana. We will visit one of Slovenia’s most charming alpine pastures, Velika Planina (= The Big Meadow). You will be amazed by the fascinating landscape and surprised by the interesting alpine architecture. We will also learn about the culture of the local shepherds by visiting one of the oldest huts in the area.

    After the walk we treat ourselves to a delicious home-cooked lunch in a very special place.

     

    Accommodation in a hotel in Ljubljana.

    Hike: 12 km / elevation gain +350m, -350m / approx. 4 hours

  • Day three

    BOHINJ AND BLED

    Today we will continue to the foothills of the Julian Alps and first explore Lake Bohinj area, just over an hour drive from our hotel in Ljubljana.
    We will explore typical villages, crystal clear streams and deep gorges, walk along the gorgeous Lake Bohinj and enjoy the spectacular mountain scenery.
    After a nice local lunch we transfer 30 minutes to Lake Bled, walk up to a stunning viewpoint or just relax on the lakeside and have an unforgettable swim in the lake! Accommodation in a hotel in Bled. Hike: 14 km / elevation gain +200 m, -200 m/ approx. 4 hours

  • Day four

    POKLJUKA PLATEAU
    We will set off for the Triglav National Park, where we will begin our journey through the dense and magical spruce forest of Pokljuka.
    The path will take us to several viewpoints where we will enjoy impressive views of the highest mountains of Slovenia and the Bohinj Valley.
    We will try the products of the local shepherds and have lunch in a typical mountain hut. In the evening you will have time to enjoy lake Bled and its surroundings. Accommodation in a hotel in Bled Hike: 10 km / elevation gain +700 m, -700 m/ approx. 5 hours
  • Day five

    PERICNIK WATERFALL, VRSIC MOUNTAIN PASS AND THE RUSSIAN ROAD
    We will start the day by visiting the impressive Pericnik Waterfall in the Vrata Valley. 
    Walk underneath this stunning waterfall and freshen up underneath its cold water curtain. 
    We will move on to reach the heart of the Julian Alps and the mountain pass Vrsic. 
    We will explore this stunning area and walk along the fascinating road built by the Russian prisoners during the First World War. 
    Spectacular mountain landscape and another tasty lunch in a fabulous hut! Accommodation in a hotel in Bovec. Hike: 10 km / elevation gain +400 m, -400m / approx. 4 hours
  • Day six

    SOCA VALLEY, WWI AND HIDDEN SWIMMING SPOTS
    The day will be spent in the western side of the Triglav National Park in the beautiful Soča Valley. We will discover its hidden spots, swim in spectacular pools and walk along the fascinating Soča river, also known as emerald river for its intense turquoise colour.
    We will learn about the history and WWI influence on the whole area. Accommodation in a hotel in Bovec Hike: 12 km / elevation gain +250 m, -250m / approx. 4 hours
  • Day seven

    ŠKOCJAN CAVES, VINEYARDS, PIRAN

    Time to visit the Karst and the Coast.
    We will go underground and walk through the stunning canyon of Skocjan Caves, a Unesco heritage.
    We will visit the vineyards of Karst and taste the excellent local food and wine. In the afternoon, we will continue to the coast to visit the most picturesque coastal town of Piran, get lost among its narrow streets and squares and enjoy the evening on the Adriatic coast. Accommodation in a hotel in Piran.

    Hike: 7 km / elevation gain +150m, -150m / approx. 3 hours

    Driving time: approx. 3 hour driving time

  • Day eight

    FAREWELL TO SLOVENIA

    Breakfast and end of the great trip.

Our guides

For your safety and enjoyment, we work with the best and most experienced guides in Europe.

Equipment

All we need are the essentials

  • Hiking boots,long and short trouses
  • Lightweight rain & wind jacket, fleece 
  • Backpack,knife,flask,sleeping bag
  • Hat, sun creem, sun glasses, gloves
  • Hiking poles (if you use them)
  • Personal items & travel insurance

You can buy or rent equipment at the location.

Dates

2019

  • 16th – 23rd June (max 8 travellers, 1 guides
  • 4th – 11th July (max 8 travellers, 1 guide)
  • 14th – 21st July (max 16 travellers, 2 guides)
  • 4th – 11th August (max 16 travellers, 2 guides)
  • 18th – 25th August (max 16 travellers, 2 guides)
  • 1st – 8th September (max 8 travellers, 1 guide)
  • 8th – 15th September (max 16 travellers, 2 guides)

Bespoke dates  available - please use the enquire form below

Cost

Price list available on request

Price is dependant on season and numbers travelling. Please contact us  for specific pricing.

 

Accomondation

7 nights in comfortable and well located hotels of 3* category.

  • 2 Nights in Ljubljana 
  • 2 nights in Bed
  • 2 nights in Bovec
  • 1 night in Piran

TRANSPORT

The price includes all transfers according to the itinerary

  • The price does NOT include arrival to Ljubljana on Day 1 and departure from Goriska Brda wine hills on Day 8
  • Your main luggage will be transported from your hotel in Ljubljana to the hotel in Bohinj
  • Luggage cannot be transported to and between the huts

MEALS

During the trip we will try some delicious Slovenian food. You will taste some typical Alpine dishes and the best meals of the wine region. On the days when we sleep in the mountain huts, the food offer is more simple and limited.

Please contact us for more informations 

The price includes:

  • An English speaking mountain guide throughout the trip. The guide will be also your driver. 
  • Wine tasting
  • Skocjan Caves entrance fee
  • Welcome drink in Ljubljana

Other

  • Price NOT include Flights to Slovenia and transfer to Ljubljana and from Piran
  • Price NOT include personal expenses, travel insurance, drinks, meals not inluded in the intinarry. For more inforamtions , please contact us

Barefootbear’s itineraries may be subject to slight route changes, hotels substitutions, and other modifications.

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