Self guided tour: Bled in One Hotel

Our self-guided walking holidays are ideal for friends, couples, individuals or for a family looking for an independent trekking tour. Our prepared hiking vacations also help you to experience history, culture, great scenery and of course local cuisine.

Our tours have been carefully selected and designed to appeal to all tastes, levels of fitness and age groups from the leisure walker to the most experienced hiker. When designing the routes we have selected choice trails to ensure you will have the best possible views of the beautiful scenery in our region. The accommodation we offer is always hand-picked to ensure not only do you have somewhere comfortable to sleep at night but also somewhere to relax and unwind after your days walking. We can cater for all tastes and budgets offering modern hotels as well as traditional-style accommodation with great character. We also offer tailor-made tours and customised programmes to suit the needs of our clients.

About the tour

The starting point of this cycling tour is Bled with Lake Bled, the pearl of Slovenia. The picture of Bled with the castle, the lake and the island in the middle of the lake is known all over the world. Lake Bled enjoys a reputation of extraordinary beauty. The background of this paradise is formed of the wooded slopes of Jelovica and Pokljuka, the peaks of the Karavanke mountains and the Julian Alps with their highest peak, Triglav – a national symbol of the Slovenes.

From your hotel in Bled, you will leave every day for your bicycle tour. The programme gives you space for individual organization of the stages and guarantees fun for all cyclists, both for those athletically ambitious or the “pleasure-seeking”. The tour leads you into the side valleys of Bled, onto the Pokljuka high plateau and to Radovljica’s Old Town. Discover idyllic places and villages and be spoiled by the Bled cream cake and its typical alpine cuisine.

Details

Destination: Slovenia
Duration: 8 days
Season: May-October
Departure time: Daily arrivals are possible from May 01 to October 15 2019.
Difficulty level: The tour is light moderate. On Day 3 the transfer brings you to Pokljuka Plateau, from there you have a long descent to Bohinj valley. The tour is suitable for children from the age of 14.

Included:

• 7 nights in bedrooms with a shower/bathroom/tourist tax
• 7 nights with breakfast (It is also possible to organise lunch/dinner at several locations on every destination)
• transfer by minibus to the Pokljuka Plateau
• welcome meeting with a representative of the local agency
• road book: a detailed description of routes (one per booking / available in the English and German languages)
• map with marked trail routes
• service hotline in case of problems or questions
• GPS tracks available upon request
• free unguarded car parking in Bled at the hotel of your arrival (depending on the hotel), or at the nearby public parking facility

Not included:

• airfare to and from the trip
• transfer to/from airport/train or bus station (more info on: Travel info)
• bike rental
• personal expenses
• tips and gratuities
• insurance
• optional activity costs

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Itinerary

Highlights:

• Lake Bled with the island and castle
• Vintgar Gorge
• The Julian Alps and Karavanke
• Bohinj valley and Pokljuka Plateau
• Radovljica – medieval town center, Gothic church, Museum of Apiary
• Brezje, a major Slovene pilgrimage centre
• Begunje, the home town of Slavko Avsenik and of Slovene popular folk music
• Krma Valley in the heart of the Julian Alps
• Tržič with the old town core as a cultural and historical monument
• Kropa with the iron-forging museum

Day 1: Arrival in Bled (Slovenia)

Individual arrival at your hotel in Bled.

Day 2: Round trip Bled (approx. 23 km)

The first stage begins with a round trip around the lake, after which we will drive to Bled through typical Lower Alpine villages with farmhouses. It is also possible to visit “Vintgar rocky gorge” and the Bled castle. The most beautiful panoramic views of the lake with the island and the surrounding landscapes can be seen from the castle.

Route detail: ca. 23 km, + 280 m / – 280m.

Day 3: Bled - Pokljuka - Bohinj

Bus transfer to the Pokljuka plain, then downhill to Bohinj valley. This is an untouched alpine region with pastures, hay farms and farms. In many huts in the upper Bohinj Valley you can try typical local dishes. A side excursion to Savica waterfall, an additional 15km, is possible. You will cycle on a new bike path from Ribčev Laz to Bohinjska Bistrica, then on the main road to Bohinjska Bela and further on to Bled centre. If you want to avoid the main road and shorten the leg for about 20km, you can take the train from Bohinjska Bistrica to Bled.

Route detail: ca. 47 km, + 290 m / – 1050m.

Day 4: Bled - Krma (Triglav National Park)

We will enter the Triglav National Park via Spodnje Gorje. We will drive through Radovna valley to Krma, one of the most beautiful valleys in the Julian Alps, to the Kovinarska mountain hut. We will return to Krnica on the same route. In the longer version, you can drive over a short ascent to Mojstrana, where you can visit the Slovenian Alpine Museum. Continue leisurely through the picturesque Sava Dolinka valley to Jesenice and continue on to Bled.

Route detail: ca. 44 km, + 600 m / – 600m, longer version ca. 56 km, + 733 m / – 733m.

Day 5: Bled - Radovljica - Begunje

The stage takes you over the Ribno Field, where you can enjoy a beautiful panorama view and its surrounding hills. The route goes through the Sava Bohinjka Valley to Radovljica with the Medieval Town Tarkers and the Museum of Apiculture. Continue on the forest trail to reach the major Slovene pilgrimage centre in Brezje, past the Drnča Castle, Kamen Castle and Katzenstein Castle. In Begunje, a visit of the Avsenik museum will take you to the world of Slovene popular folk music. Finally, we will pass the Alpine flight centre to Lesce and continue via the Sava Dolinka river to Bled.

Route detail: ca. 34 km, + 529 m / – 529m.

Day 6: Bled - Žirovnica

The route passes the Vintgar Gorge, one of the most beautiful natural attractions in Bled. Continue on a small pass to Blejska Dobrava. You will cross the dam – the Jesenice reservoir, and a short ascent will take you directly to Završnica Valley, the heart of Karavanke. The last section will take you to the most beautiful golf course in Slovenia and across the Sava Dolinka valley back to Bled.

Route detail: ca. 28 km, + 435 m / – 435m.

Day 7: Bled - Tržič - Kropa

From Bled you will ride via the Sava Dolinka river to Lesce, then through the Radovljica plain to Begunje. A slow ascent to the Underhillroad will follow, with a beautiful panorama view of the Julian Alps and Radovljica with its surroundings. This will bring you to Tržič, the old town core of which is considered a cultural and historical monument. Continue slowly to Kropa, the cradle of iron-forging, and Kamna Gorica with the same tradition. The last section leads through the Lipnica Valley and along Sava Bohinjka towards Bled.

Route detail: ca. 54 km, + 759 m / – 759m. Private transfer to shorten the route available.

Day 8: Departure

Individual departure or extension of your stay.

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Arrival at your destination

Slovenia is easily accessible as it is well-connected with the European network of motorways, railway lines and airports.

1. By car:
   Slovenia is easily accessible and offers a good network of roads. Across the Tauern-motorway (A10) to Villach, than forward on the motorway (A11) direction Slovenia, passing the “Karawanken-Tunnel” on the motorway (E61) direction Ljubljana- exit Bled.  For the motorway (E61) you need the Vignette (road user charge), otherwise you can take the first exit Hrušica on the main street 452  and go through Jesenice forward to Bled. Distances from European capitals to Bled: Amsterdam: 1,200km, Venice: 260km, Munich: 420km, Vienna: 440km.
   
   
2. By bus & train:
   Bus: Slovenia is connected with the following bus companies: Euro, Touring and Flixbus. The majority have a stopover in Bled or Lesce.
   Train: several international trains arrive in Slovenia on a daily basis. The closest station is in Bled Jezero. The train Station Lesce-Bled (ca. 4 km away from Bled) is directly on the international Munich – Ljubljana railway connection. Find the time table on www.slo-zeleznice.si  / www.oebb.at / www.deutschebahn.de / www.trenitalia.com. 
   From the bus or train station you can take a taxi, the local bus (pay directly to the driver) or contact us to organise private transportation (see table for prices).
   
   
3. By aeroplane:
   Several airlines offer flights to Slovenia. The airports are Ljubljana-Brnik (ca. 35 km away from Bled), Klagenfurt (ca. 80 km) or Ronchi dei Legionari Trieste (ca. 170 km). Upon request we can organize a transfer.

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Self guided tour: Boutique Self Guided Walking Holidays in Slovenia

Our self-guided walking holidays are ideal for friends, couples, individuals or for a family looking for an independent trekking tour. Our prepared hiking vacations also help you to experience history, culture, great scenery and of course local cuisine.

Our tours have been carefully selected and designed to appeal to all tastes, levels of fitness and age groups from the leisure walker to the most experienced hiker. When designing the routes we have selected choice trails to ensure you will have the best possible views of the beautiful scenery in our region. The accommodation we offer is always hand-picked to ensure not only do you have somewhere comfortable to sleep at night but also somewhere to relax and unwind after your days walking. We can cater for all tastes and budgets offering modern hotels as well as traditional-style accommodation with great character. We also offer tailor-made tours and customised programmes to suit the needs of our clients.

About the tour

The eastern area of the Alpine arc comes to a close in one of the most well-kept natural regions in Europe. Welcome to the Slovenian Alps, a paradise for walkers, hikers and mountaineers. If you are considering an active holiday to enjoy walking through the Alpine landscape full of romantic mountains and stunning views, this is surely the right tour for you.

Details

Destination: Slovenia
Duration: 8 days
Season: May-October
Departure time: Daily arrivals are possible from May 15 to October 15
Departure/return location: Jezersko / Preddvor
Difficulty level: There are two levels to choose from depending on your ability. The walking trails are easy and carefully selected, without any precarious parts, making them suitable even for less experienced and average walkers.  The trail routes mainly go along forest paths and mountain walkways, without any really steep ascents and descents. For the more experienced hikers, it is possible to extend some of the tours, thereby increasing the difficulty level.

Included:

• 7 nights in bedrooms with a shower/bathroom/tourist tax
• 7 nights with breakfast (It is also possible to organise lunch/dinner at several locations on every destination)

• transport of luggage between accommodations

• transport to tour starting points

• welcome meeting with representative of local agency

• road book: a detailed description of routes (one per booking / available in English and German language)

• map with the marked trail routes

• service hotline in case of problems or questions

• GPS tracks available upon request

Not included:

• airfare to and from the trip
• transfer to/from airport/train or bus station (more info on: Travel info)
• walking equipment rental
• personal expenses
• tips and gratuities
• insurance
• optional activity costs

Contact us for more information or to book

Itinerary

Highlights:

• Take a walk through the most beautiful parts of the Kamnik–Savinja Alps and experience only the best
• Protected areas of nature, such as the landscape park of the Logar Valley
• Velika Planina, the most beautiful Slovenian plateau and pasture with exceptional views
• The green glacial valley of the Jezersko municipality
• Kamnik, a charming medieval town at the foothills of the mountains
• As well as excellent homemade cuisine, family-run farmstays and hotels
• Small traditional villages, mountain lakes and rivers, pastures, plateaus and immense forests

Day 1: Arrival in Slovenia

First you can settle in your hotel or farmhouse and have a little rest. There is a reception before dinner and a presentation of the itinerary by a local travel agency.

Day 2: The tranquil mountain valley of Jezersko

Breathtaking views from your very rooms.
Your holiday begins with a round tour through the two Alpine valleys of Ravenska and Makekova Kočna that will constantly treat you to their panoramic views of the rock faces of the Kamnik–Savinja Alps. You can end your tour by a romantic lake where you can enjoy a cold drink. It is possible to extend the tour to the legendary Czech Mountain Lodge.

Day 3: The Logar Valley landscape park

An awe-inspiring valley.
Many consider the Logar Valley to be one of the most beautiful Alpine valleys in Europe. The walking trail through the valley will take you through the most interesting points of the landscape park with only a slight climb at the end to reach the majestic Rinka waterfall. During your walk you will get to know the heritage and tradition of the friendly locals in this remote mountain location. It is possible to extend the tour to a mountain lodge located in the picturesque valley above the waterfall.

Day 4: Panoramic views from Mt. Strelovec

The mountains, forests and panoramic views of the surrounding mountain ranges.Unforgettable!
The tour will take you through the typical mountains to the grassy viewing summit of Strelovec. This is an excellent location to enjoy a picnic and have a rest. After taking in the view, you will take an enjoyable descent through the forest back down to your accommodation in the valley.

Day 5: Luče and the River Savinja

A restful day by the River Savinja.
A day intended for rest and discovering the area by the River Savinja. A short but attractive journey separates you from Luče, where you will find your accommodation. The journey begins at the natural attraction of Igla, which means needle in Slovenian and is a tall, imposing solitary rock, separated from the surrounding mountain by only a narrow crack.

Day 6: Velika planina

A magical shepherd village.
Velika planina, thanks to its exceptional views and well-preserved shepherding heritage, is considered to be the most beautiful of the Slovenian mountain plateaus. It is most lively here in the summer when the shepherds bring in their flocks and, together with the wildflowers, typical architecture of the shepherds’ settlement and the stunning views, create a very special landscape. You will leave the plateau by cable car, continuing your trip by discovering the medieval town of Kamnik.

Day 7: Preddvor

A lake, castle and your farewell from the mountain kingdom.
The day begins with a walk up to the Church of St. Jacob above the valley of the River Kokra. This church was used as fortress during the times of the Turkish invasions, but today it is a popular spot for hikers due to its fantastic views. Then comes a descent to lake Črnava, a perfect place to refresh yourself in the summer months

Day 8: Departure

Transfer to the airport or railway station or extends your holiday by visiting Bled or Ljubljana..

Contact us for more information or to book

Arrival at your destination

Slovenia is easily accessible as it is well-connected with the European network of motorways, railway lines and airports.

1. By car:
   Slovenia is easily accessible and offers a good network of roads. Across the Tauern-motorway (A10) to Villach, than forward on the motorway (A11) direction Slovenia, passing the “Karawanken-Tunnel” on the motorway (E61) direction Ljubljana- exit Bled. For the motorway (E61) you need the Vignette (road user charge), otherwise you can take the first exit Hrušica on the main street 452  and go through Jesenice forward to Bled. Distances from European capitals to Bled: Amsterdam: 1,200km, Venice: 260km, Munich: 420km, Vienna: 440km.
   
   
2. By bus & train:
   Bus: Slovenia is connected with the following bus companies: Euro, Touring and Flixbus. The majority have a stopover in Bled or Lesce.
   Train: several international trains arrive in Slovenia on a daily basis. The closest station is in Bled Jezero. The train Station Lesce-Bled (ca. 4 km away from Bled) is directly on the international Munich – Ljubljana railway connection. Find the time table on www.slo-zeleznice.si  / www.oebb.at / www.deutschebahn.de / www.trenitalia.com. 
   From the bus or train station you can take a taxi, the local bus (pay directly to the driver) or contact us to organise private transportation (see table for prices).
   
   
3. By aeroplane:
   Several airlines offer flights to Slovenia. The airports are Ljubljana-Brnik (ca. 35 km away from Bled), Klagenfurt (ca. 80 km) or Ronchi dei Legionari Trieste (ca. 170 km). Upon request we can organize a transfer.

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