Self Guided From
€630
  • beautiful medieval castles and villages
  • swimming in the glacial Lake Bohinj
  • riding through the heart of Triglav National Park
7 Days
6 Nights
236 Total kms
39.333333333333 km/day (avg)
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A definitive must for those who like stunning mountain scenery, but without the extreme physical exertion usually needed for such views. Not a "mountain bike tour" but suitable for cyclists of very average fitness, has one pass of 750 m / 2500 ft (but one has the whole day to do it on a quiet road or take an optional lift). This is a circular route starting and ending at the beautiful Lake Bled, which takes in some of the best that northern Slovenia has to offer.

Tour Route

Day
1
Arrival
to
Lake Bled

Lake Bled is a beautiful glacial lake made famous by its distinctive island church, towering alpine mountain backdrop and clifftop castle. It's no coincidence that it's one of Slovenia’s most popular tourist attractions. You can take a boat out to the island church and ring the church bell and make a wish, it might come true. Head over the western side and hike up to Mala Osojnica for the best view of the lake, castle and Karavanke Mountains.
Day
2
Bled
to
Ribčev Laz

From the high plateau at Pokljuka (12km) you can marvel at the views as you glide down into the neighbouring Bohinj Valley until reaching the stunning Lake Bohinj, a glistening jewel in the heart of the Triglav National Park. Cycle around the lake to Savica Waterfall, and then take the cable car up to Vogel Mountain for a spectacular view of the Julian Alps that surround the lake.
20km
16km
Day
3
Ribčev Laz
to
Škofja Loka

Leaving Bohinj, you cycle up 750 m / 2400 ft to the Jelovica high plateau (a “help out” lift to the top of the mountain pass is available for this part of the trip at an extra cost of 20 EUR per person). From the top the trail drops off into a beautiful wilderness valley leading to the lush green Škofja Loka hills. The route takes you through a number of historic little villages until you finally arrive in one of Slovenia's oldest and most charming towns, Škofja Loka, where you can visit the hilltop castle.
57km
Day
4
Škofja Loka
to
Preddvor

Today you head across the great Sora plain, taking you past Kranj, Slovenia’s fourth largest city and host to some interesting gothic architecture. As you continue northeast, you’ll come across Brdo Castle; renowned as Slovenia’s most elegant presidential palace. End the day with your feet up, sipping a drink and admiring the view across Preddvor lake to the majestic peaks of the Kamnik-Savinja Alps.
33km
Day
5
Preddvor
to
Begunje

A ride through history, taking you along the edge of the Kamnik Alps to the beautifully preserved old town of Radovljica and its interesting beekeeping museum. You'll visit Slovenia's foremost blacksmith town, Kropa where you can tour the iron forging museum and learn how to make your own nail. Then cycle up to the little hilltop village of Jamnik for a classic postcard view of Slovenia: church and mountains. You will spend the night in Begunje, the home of legendary Slovenian Folk musician Slavko Avsenik.
42km
Day
6
Begunje
to
Kranjska Gora

On your way out of Begunje you can visit the ruins of Kamen Castle, then your route will take you on a stunning ride between the ranges of the Julian Alps and the Karavanke Mountains to Kranjska Gora, a popular alpine town famous for its ski resorts, but also a great base for many summer activities. Arrive early enough and you can head out to Lake Jasna, on the outskirts of town, for a beautiful sunset over the jagged peaks of the Julian Alps.
44km
Day
7
Kranjska Gora
to
Bled

For your final day, you head back into the heart of the Triglav National Park. The route takes you alongside the Sava Dolinka River and into the Krma Valley. You can have lunch in the mountain hut at the foot of Triglav, the mightiest mountain in the Julian Alps. From here you will head through the Radovna Valley between the Pokljuka and Mežakla plateaus to the thundering rapids of the 1.6 km Vintgar Gorge, before riding back to the magical Lake Bled.
40km

FAQs

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    • accommodation in hotels 3*/4* in a two-bed room with WC and shower, on a bed & breakfast basis
    • luggage transport between hotels (one piece per person, max 20 kgs / 45 lb). Every additional piece 10 EUR, payable on the spot
    • information pack including text road notes (in plain English) and corresponding maps. One per booking, every additional pack 20 EUR
    • GPS data
    • local tourist and other taxes
    • personal welcome meeting, detailed briefing upon arrival and bike handover
    • backup service (hotline) during the trip
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    • entrance fees
    • lunches
    • drinks with meals
    • saunas and massages in hotels

  • Classic trekking
     

    Classic Trekking Bikes

    A comfortable bike for the cycling tourist. Classic trekking bikes are equipped with 21 gears, cyclometer, lock, one pannier, one spare tube, set of Allen keys and basic puncture repair kit.

    Other bicycles, including electric bikes, are also available 

  • Arrival Options (Starting point of this trip is Bled in NW Slovenia)
    By plane: closest airport is Ljubljana (LJU). Several airlines serve it.  From the airport you can travel to Bled by bus (change once, takes about two hours) or book our transfer: Ljubljana Airport to Bled 20 EUR per person; one way, two-person minimum.
    By bus: several Flixbus lines stop at Lake Bled.
    By train: Bled has two railway stations: Lesce Bled station on the Villach - Ljubljana mainline, 4 km away from town centre, need to take a bus. The other is station Bled Jezero on the Jesenice - Nova Gorica sideline only a few trains a day. Two km away from town centre.
    By car: take exit Lesce on the A1 motorway Ljubljana - Jesenice, Karavanke. Please consult us about parking possibilities.

    Departure Options
    By plane: Trieste airport (TST) or Ljubljana (LJU). Several airlines serve them. You can book our transfer: Trieste to Ljubljana Airport, 65 EUR per person; one way, two-person minimum. 
    By train: several trains go daily from Trieste to Venice, one per day to Ljubljana.
    By boat: there are boats operating from Trieste along the Adriatic Coast and ferries from Piran in Slovenia to Venice.
    By car: if your car is in Bled we can transfer you. The price per person is 80 EUR, two-person minimum. Door to door, including bikes.

Prices

Low Season
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Mar
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Aug

High Season
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Aug
18
Sep

Low Season
18
Sep
10
Oct

Self Guided / per person
Standard Adult Double €630€675€630
Adult Single €750€795€750

Extras

Bike rental €80
e-Bike rental €200
Arrival transfer €30
Departure transfer €30
Half board €110
Extra Nights Available / shared y
Extra Nights Available / single y
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