Hike the highest peak of Julian Alps
Triglav - "the three headed mountain" is Slovenia's highest peak and number one national symbol. Tradition says that every true Slovene must climb it at least once in their lifetime. Be one of our proud guests and conquer this mountain with us, and we’ll grant you this honorary title!
As a pre-trip, you may consider our Slovene Alpine Pearls tour!
Itinerary
Day 1: ARRIVAL IN BLED
Bled is a popular town on the shore of a beautiful glacial lake with a combination of natural wonders and unique culture and history. Embark on a leisurely stroll around the lake and pay a visit to its one-of-a-kind island church. Additionally, don't miss the chance to explore the medieval castle majestically perched atop a towering precipice, offering a glimpse into the rich history of this enchanting town. (Accommodation in 4* hotel, example: Hotel Savica)
DAY 2: POKLJUKA – PLANIKA / KREDARICA HUT (6 hrs, ↔ 12 km, ↑ 1,170 m, ↓ 390 m)
Today it's into the heart of the Triglav National Park and the Julian Alps. The trail slowly ascends to Vodnikov Dom hut, amid the glorious views of Mt. Triglav (Slovenia's highest mountain - 2864 m), and its neighboring peaks. You will spend the night at Planika or Kredarica hut, right underneath Triglav. Hut, dormitories. (Accommodation in mountain hut, example: Planika hut)
Day 3: PLANIKA HUT – TOP OF MT. TRIGLAV - VODNIKOV DOM (4 hrs, ↔ 6.3 km, ↑ 610 m, ↓ 1,150 m)
Time to climb to the top of Mt. Triglav, towering high above Planika Hut. This is best done very early in the morning so you can enjoy the first rays of light as the sunrise bathes the beautiful landscape of Slovenia in warm, soft morning light. After the traditional baptism, receiving the honor for climbing the "Three Headed Mountain " and thus becoming a true Slovene, you will start your descent. A brief interlude for lunch awaits at Kredarica Hut before you make your way to your day's destination - Vodnikov Dom, offering a view over the enchanting Bohinj Valley. Hut, dormitories. (Accommodation in mountain hut, example: Vodnik hut)
Day 4: VODNIKOV DOM – KORITA MOSTNICE GORGE – RIBČEV LAZ (4 hrs, ↔ 14 km, ↑ 430 m, ↓ 1,720 m)
Descending in a southerly direction you will reach the unspoiled and untouched Voje Valley. Its beautiful natural gem is Mostnice Gorge, where the Mostnica River has cut a deep and narrow riverbed into limestone hillsides forming a gorge 15 meters deep in some places. Stop for a moment at the Devils' Bridge and read about the legend connected to it. End your day enjoying a great view of Bohinj Lake at sunset. (Accommodation in 4* hotel, example: Hotel Jezero)
Day 5: DEPARTURE
After breakfast or extension of your stay.
You may wish to continue hiking onward over our Goldhorn Trail!
Note that tour program might be changed in case of bad weather.
Price
Price: 1.140 EUR per person based in a double room sharing
(Currency converter here)
Tour is not suitable for children under 16 years.
Price includes:
• Four nights accommodation: two nights in hotels 4* in two bedded en-suite facilities room and two nights in dormitories inside mountain huts, on basis bed & breakfast. Bedlinen in mountain huts is included.
• Personal transfer on day two
• Luggage transfers between hotels (one piece per person, max 23kgs / 50 lb), Lufthansa dimensions, every additional piece 20 EUR per trip, payable on spot. * During high altitude walks, from day two to day four clients need to carry their own clothing / personal items with them and main luggage is stored at the Helia office.
• Tour description and maps in GUIBO application electronic form, one download per room
• IFMA licensed professional Alpine high-altitude tour guide from day two to incl. day four
• Via Ferrata equipment - harness, helmet on day three
• Local tourist and other taxes
• Personal welcome meeting upon arrival
• Backup service (hotline) during the walk
Optional extras:
• Single travelers 360 EUR (in hotels only, not available in huts). Applies when a person travels alone, includes single supplement.
• Single room 195 EUR (in hotels only, not available in huts). Applies when a person is traveling together with other persons in a party.
• Printed information package in English or German including route notes and detailed maps maps delivered upon arrival - 30 EUR.
Additional nights:
• 4* Hotel in Bled: 115 EUR in a standard double room B&B, single room 210 EUR.
• 4* Hotel in Ribčev Laz, Bohinj: 125 EUR per person per night in a standard double room B&B, single room 210 EUR.
Not included: lunches, dinners, entrance fees
Climb Profile
Long walking days and challenging ascents / descents, these walks require mountaineering skills. A good level of fitness and experience is required as the terrain can be rough and exposed in places. The average sum of all daily ascents exceeds 800 meters. This is neither a walk nor a hike: it is a climb. There are via ferrata sections on day 3, so you will need to use your hands too. Not suitable for anyone suffering from vertigo, nor for children under 16 years old. In accordance with our "Safety First Policy" we only offer it as a guided tour.
Accommodation
Helia is committed to promoting responsible travel. In our journeys, we prioritize the use of small, genuine hotels and guesthouses imbued with local character, often run by local families.
Day 1: 4* Hotel Savica, Kompas, Lovec, Triglav or Astoria 3*Sup in Bled
Day 2: Planika / Kredarica mountain hut, dormitory
Day 3: Vodnik mountain hut, dormitory
Day 4: 4* Hotel Jezero in Ribčev Laz, Bohinj
Travel Options & Local Transfers
Starting point of this trip is Lake Bled in NW Slovenia.
Getting there...
By plane: closest airport is Ljubljana (LJU). Several airlines serve it (check connections here). From the airport you can travel to Bled by bus (change once, takes about 2 hrs) or book our transfer (faster - 20 mins) - please see here below!
By train: Bled has two railway stations: Lesce-Bled on the Villach - Ljubljana mainline, 4 kms from the town centre; you'd need to take a local bus. The other option is Bled-Jezero on the Jesenice - Nova Gorica sideline; only a few trains a day. 2 kms away from the town center - please see here below!
By bus: Flixbus stops at Lake Bled
By car: take exit Lesce from A1 motorway Ljubljana - Jesenice. Please consult us about parking possibilities in Bled
... and away
Simple, use one of the above options or - cycle away: consider our cycling trip Best Of Slovenia!
Local Transfers
Ljubljana Airport to Bled: 1–3 persons: 85 EUR, 4–8 persons: 120 EUR
Ljubljana City to Bled: 1–3 persons: 120 EUR, 4–8 persons: 160 EUR
Villach to Bled: 1–3 persons: 170 EUR, 4–8 persons: 190 EUR
Klagenfurt Airport to Bled: 1–3 persons: 200 EUR, 4–8 persons: 230 EUR
Lesce Bled Railway Station to Bled: 1–3 persons: 20 EUR, 4–8 persons: 30 EUR
Trieste Airport to Bled: 1–3 persons: 375 EUR, 4–8 persons: 420 EUR
Bohinj to Ljubljana City: 1–3 persons: 150 EUR, 4–8 persons: 200 EUR
Bohinj to Ljubljana airport: 1–3 persons: 140 EUR, 4–8 persons: 180 EUR
All prices per transfer, one way.
