Julian Alps Traverse – Lakes to Soča Valley
Cross the Julian Alps from alpine lakes to the turquoise Soča.
Spend two nights in mountain huts in Triglav National Park.
Enjoy alpine scenery without highly technical trails. Departure
Daily departures
Duration
7 Days / 6 Nights
Starting Point
Bled
Total Distance
73 km
Activity Level
Hiking
Technical Level
Moderate
Is this tour for me?
A good choice for fit, regular walkers who enjoy full hiking days but prefer to avoid highly technical terrain. Expect steady climbs and descents, natural mountain paths and two nights in mountain huts.
Julian Alps Traverse: From Alpine Lakes to the Soča
The Julian Alps Traverse brings together Lake Bled, Lake Bohinj, the mountain landscapes of Triglav National Park and the turquoise Soča Valley. Two nights in mountain huts add a genuine alpine experience without requiring advanced mountain skills. The days are active and varied, with steady climbs, long descents and natural mountain paths. Luggage transfers and local support let you concentrate on the walking and scenery.
This tour is ideal for:
- regular walkers ready for steady climbs and descents
- travellers curious about staying in mountain huts
- hikers who prefer impressive scenery to technical terrain
- anyone wanting to link Slovenia’s lakes and Soča Valley on foot
Looking for a more demanding high-altitude adventure? Explore our Julian Alps Peaks Walk, with three mountain-hut nights and the option to climb Mount Triglav.
Frequently asked questions
Is this tour suitable for beginners?
It is best for fit, regular walkers with some experience of full-day hikes. Advanced mountain skills are not required.
How demanding is the Julian Alps Traverse?
Most stages cover 14–15 km. Expect steady climbs and some long descents, so good fitness is important.
Is the route technically difficult?
No climbing or specialist equipment is required. Some paths are uneven, so basic sure-footedness is needed.
What should I expect during the mountain-hut section?
You spend two nights in simple mountain huts and carry the personal items needed for this section. Your main luggage is stored and returned in Lepena.
Designed and operated by our local team in Bled · Routes checked first-hand · Local support throughout your trip
Itinerary
Lake Bled is a charming town by a stunning glacial lake, known for its natural beauty and rich cultural heritage. Take a leisurely walk around the lake, visit its unique island church, and explore the medieval castle perched on a cliff, offering spectacular views. It’s a perfect blend of nature and history.
A short morning car transfer brings you to the beginning point, on top of the Pokljuka high plateau (1280 m) – starting point of many hiking trails in the Julian Alps. The hike will lead you over mountain pastures and through dense fir forests up to Lipanska Hut, where you can enjoy a typical hikers’ lunch. The afternoon walk will bring you along a panoramic route with excellent views of the Karawanke range, Pokljuka plateau, Krma valley and Bohinj Mountains, to the biathlon centre of Pokljuka where you stay for the night.
Your hike begins from the hotel, taking you through mountain pastures and past rustic farmhouses to a breathtaking viewpoint over the Bohinj Valley. On your descent, stop at the historic village of Studor, where you can step back in time and explore its charming past. Your journey concludes at Lake Bohinj, a true gem nestled in the heart of Triglav National Park, alongside a quaint village on the lakeshore.
Your path starts on the northern side of Lake Bohinj. The trail winds between the crystal-clear lake below the steep slopes of the mountains. At the end of the valley, with a few extra steps, you can visit the famous Savica Waterfall. The water, which originates in the Valley of the Seven Triglav Lakes, falls a mighty 70 meters in depth. The scene even served as the background for the Slovenian epic poem Krst pri Savici. In the afternoon, you climb over a wide forest path above the valley to the hut on Komna, from where there is a beautiful view of Lake Bohinj.
Today your main luggage gets collected at Ribčev Laz hotel and is safely stored in Helia’s head office in Bled until you reach Lepena Hut at the end of the walk on day 5. You will not have access to it until then, so make sure you have everything you need in your backpack. (Mountain hut accommodation, dormitory)
The highlands you will walk on were the hinterland of the Isonzo Front during the First World War. As you walk along the narrow path across blossoming meadow flowers, you will encounter many military remains. The former barracks of the Austrian Imperial Army still serve as shepherd’s stables today. You will stop for lunch by the romantic Krn Lake. Your destination is the Lepena Valley, where you will spend the night in the peace of the mountains.
The last day stage begins at Šunikov gaj, a park of many lively water springs. The leading thread of the day is the Soča River. Due to its vivid turquoise color, it is known as unique in the world. Follow the river as it winds along the narrow riverbed through the deep gorges of the Trenta Valley to your final destination of the traverse – the town of Bovec.
After breakfast or extension of your stay. Bovec is famous as the adrenaline capital of the country.
Price
Price per person based on two people sharing:
Date of Day1 sets the trip's season.
(Currency converter)- Six nights accommodation in hotels 4* hotels and huts in two bedded ensuite facilities room, on basis of bed & breakfast.
- Personal transfers on days four, five and six.
- Luggage transfer – one piece, max 23 kgs / 50 lb. Lufthansa airline dimensions. Every additional piece 30
EUR per trip, payable on spot. Between overnight addresses in hotels (during high altitude walks, from day 4
to day 5, clients need to carry own clothing / personal items with them). - Tour description and maps in GUIBO application electronic form. One download per adult person. Every
additional download 15 EUR. - Local tourist and other taxes.
- Local telephone support throughout your trip.
- Personal welcome meeting upon arrival
- Single travelers – Applies when a person travels alone. Includes single room supplement.
Season A 390 EUR
Season B 440 EUR - Single room – Applies when a person is traveling together with other persons in a party.
Season A 345 EUR
Season B 395 EUR - Printed information package in English including route notes and corresponding maps delivered upon arrival – 30 EUR.
Price per person per night.
- 4* Hotel in Bled
Season A: Double room 110 EUR. Single Room 210 EUR.
Season B: Double room 125 EUR. Single Room 215 EUR. - 4* Hotel in Bohinj
Season A: Double Room 120 EUR. Single room 200 EUR.
Season B: Double Room 135 EUR. Single room 215 EUR. - 4* Hotel in Bovec
Season A: Double Room 90 EUR. Single room 155 EUR.
Season B: Double Room 110 EUR. Single room 175 EUR
The third adult sharing a room receives a 10% discount on the basic tour price. The discount applies only to the third person.
Entrance fees, lunches, dinners, additional transfers, not mentioned in tour program.
Route Map
3/4 – Hiking tour. Physically demanding but technically moderate. The five walking stages are mostly 14–15 km, with one ascent of nearly 1,000 m and several long descents. Good fitness and regular hiking experience are required.
Routes follow mostly marked mountain paths and forest tracks. Some sections are uneven or steep, but no climbing skills or specialist equipment are required.
Not suitable for children under 12 years.
Accommodation
Six nights are spent in selected hotels and mountain huts. Hotel rooms are twin or double rooms with private bathrooms, while mountain-hut accommodation is simpler and may include shared facilities. Breakfast is included. The exact properties may vary, with alternatives of a similar standard, depending on availability.
- Day 1: 4-star hotel in Bled
- Day 2: 3-star hotel in Pokljuka plateau
- Day 3: 4-star hotel in Bohinj
- Day 4: Mountain hut with shared facilities in Komna plateau
- Day 5: Mountain hut with shared facilities in Lepena Valley
- Day 6: 3-star hotel in Bovec
Travel Options & Local Transfer
Starting point of this trip is Lake Bled in NW Slovenia.
Getting to Bled
By plane: Ljubljana Airport is the closest airport. Continue by public transport, taxi or a pre-booked private transfer.
By train: Lesce–Bled station lies on the Villach–Ljubljana line, approximately 4 km from central Bled. Bled Jezero station has fewer connections but is closer to the lake.
By bus: Bled has regular bus connections with Ljubljana and other major towns.
By car: Leave the A2 motorway at Lesce and follow signs for Bled. Contact us in advance about parking arrangements.
Leaving from Bovec
By plane: Ljubljana, Trieste and Klagenfurt are the most convenient airports. A private transfer can be arranged.
By train: The nearest practical stations are Most na Soči in Slovenia and Tarvisio Boscoverde in Italy. Both require a connecting transfer from Bovec.
By bus: Bus connections are available, but timetables vary by season. Check the current schedule before travelling.
By car: If your vehicle remains in Bled, a return transfer can be arranged.
Available Transfers
Ljubljana Airport to Bled
1–3 persons 90 EUR
4–8 persons 130 EUR
Ljubljana City to Bled
1–3 persons 130 EUR
4–8 persons 170 EUR
Bovec to Bled
1–3 persons 185 EUR
4–8 persons 210 EUR
Bovec to Ljubljana Airport
1–3 persons 220 EUR
4–8 persons 245 EUR
Bovec to Ljubljana City
1–3 persons 240 EUR
4–8 persons 260 EUR
All prices per transfer, one way.