Highlights of Slovenian Nature

Highlights of Slovenian Nature

Duration

7 days / 6 nights

Riding level

2 - 5

Length

40 - 120 km

Price

From 1299€ / person

About This Journey

The highlights of Slovenian Nature and the changing of the climate from the mountainous region towards the Adriatic breeze at the seaside are waiting for you. This tour will take you to the main landmarks (Bled and Bohinj Lake, Pokljuka Plateau, Vrsic Pass, Soca Valley, Goriska Brda wine region, seaside, Postojna Cave, …), while keeping your cycling tours flexible. And best of all, you won’t have to pack your bags every day: you will spend 3 nights at Lake Bled, 2 nights in Goriska Brda and last night on the Slovenian coastline, so you can enjoy some leisure time on your holidays as well.

Highlights of the Tour

  • Experience the changing landscape from the Alpine world to the Dea
  • Vrsic Pass, Soca River, wine hills of Goriska Brda and Seaside
  • Sleep in carefully selected hotels without moving every day
  • Rides can be long or short, and you can opt for rest anytime
  • Finish on the coastline in the town of Piran, part of UNESCO

Itinerary

Arrival to Bled

First day to get settled in, if you arrive in the morning, you can go on an introductory loop around Bled Lake. You will pick up your bikes and get them fitted and ready to hit the road next morning.

Arrival to Bled

Loop to Bohinj Lake

The route will take you from Bled to the Bohinj Lake, either via climb over Pokljuka plateau or on a renovated bike path overlooking Sava river. You can extend the ride with a visit to Radovna Valley as well.

Loop to Bohinj Lake

Gorenjska Loop

Amazing day of riding over rolling hils and quiet roads of Gorenjska is in front of you. Mountains are never far away, but on this tour, we will opt for shorter climbs, meadows, forests and relaxing hours on the bike. In the afternoon, we will transfer you to Goriska Brda.

Gorenjska Loop

Goriska Brda loop

The signature loop in Goriska Brda is a must for every cyclist, you will visit most of the small villages that became famous for world-renowned winemakers. Vineyards will be all around, small climbs, perfect views and descents as well. This is a dream terrain for a day on the bike.

Goriska Brda loop

Brda & Vipava Valley

If you start to feel your legs a bit, you can opt for a rest day here or continue riding towards Vipava Valley and Karst region. The landscape will change with every meter, bringing you towards the sea breeze. In the afternoon, we will transfer you to the coastline.

Brda & Vipava Valley

Seaside ride

A day of riding on the Slovenian coastline and in the Istrian hills overlooking the sea is in front of you. There are so many options, from wine fountain in Marezige to beautiful small restaurants, that you will wish for the ride to never end.

Seaside ride

Departure

This is your last day, we can add an extra ride if you will feel up for it. Transfer back to Ljubljana is optional.

Departure

Who is this tour for

  • If you want to explore Slovenia in a more calm and holiday-like manner, this tour is the perfect choice. Cosy nights in great accommodations and tailor-made rides will make this cycling holidays memorable.

Inclusions

  • 6 nights in 3 and 4* accommodations with breakfast
  • Transfer between Bled, Goriska Brda and coastline
  • Route creation and maps for easy to use navigation in Strava, Garmin etc.
  • 24/7 support, if you need anything, we will be glad to help
  • Tour design and customizations

Optional Extras

  • Bike and helmet rental
  • Airport transfers
  • Wine tastings & dinner reservations
  • Sightseeing tours