Julian Alps Peaks Walk
Hike among the jagged peaks of the Triglav National Park.
Hike to the highest Slovene mountain, Triglav.
Stay in alpine mountain huts.
Scenic view from your Bled hotel.
Visit the famous seven Triglav lakes valley.
Take a refreshing dip in Lake Bohinj. First Hand Experience
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Departure
Daily from July 4 to September 10, 2026
Duration
8 days / 7 nights
Starting Point
Bled
Total Distance
74 km
Activity Level
Trekking
Pictoresque Hiking in Western Slovene Alps
A self-guided hut to hut walking holiday in the heart of the Julian Alps and along its mountain peaks. This is a stunning mountain hike, taking you through breathtaking alpine scenery and its many natural attractions, including Lake Bled & Lake Bohinj. The tour is suitable for fit and experienced walkers. It requires some experience of walking at high mountain levels and along narrow trails. This tour is not suitable for children under 12 years.
As a pre-trip, you may consider our Slovene Alpine Pearls tour!
Itinerary
Your adventure begins in Lake Bled, a scenic Alpine town perfect for preparing for your Julian Alps Peak Walk. Enjoy a leisurely stroll along the emerald lake and visit the island church, one of Slovenia’s most photographed spots. Explore the medieval Bled Castle perched on a cliff for panoramic views, and savor the local cuisine. This introduction showcases the perfect blend of Slovenia’s natural beauty and cultural heritage, ideal for travelers seeking self-guided Julian Alps hiking.
Start your 8-day hut-to-hut hike in the Julian Alps at the Pokljuka High Plateau (1,280 m). Trek through dense fir forests and lush pastures while breathing fresh mountain air. Stop at Lipanska Hut for a traditional lunch and continue across the Karavanke range, the Krma valley, and the Bohinj mountains. Arrive at the Pokljuka Biathlon Centre for your overnight stay.
Ascend into the heart of Triglav National Park toward the peaks of the Julian Alps, passing Vodnikov Dom Hut. Enjoy stunning views of Mt. Triglav (2,864 m) and surrounding summits. Your overnight stay at Planika Hut, directly beneath Triglav, offers an unforgettable Alpine experience. This segment highlights the best of self-guided Julian Alps hiking tours, allowing you to explore the majestic mountains at your own pace.
Note: Your main luggage from Pokljuka will be transported to your Bohinj hotel for Day 6.
Cross the Hribarice Pass at 2,358 m and admire Zeleno Jezero (Green Lake), one of the seven Triglav lakes. Trek through the Valley of the Triglav Lakes to reach Koča pri Triglavskih Jezerih, located beside Double Lake. This section of the Julian Alps Peak Walk is perfect for photography, hiking, and appreciating the natural wonders of Triglav National Park.
Hike west to Black Lake, the lowest and warmest of the Triglav lakes, surrounded by dense forest below Komarča rock face. End the day at Komna Hut, enjoying a breathtaking sunset over Lake Bohinj.
Optional Detour: Explore the Goldhorn Trail toward Bovec for a longer Julian Alps self-guided hike.
Descend into Bohinj Valley and visit the iconic Savica Waterfall, cascading 78 meters into Lake Bohinj. Stroll along the northern shore to Ribčev Laz, enjoy local homemade schnapps, and reflect on your Julian Alps Peak Walk journey.
Relax by Lake Bohinj or explore the Upper Bohinj Valley. Hike to Rudnica Hill for panoramic farewell views of the lake and mountains. Capture memorable photos and savor the final day of your self-guided Julian Alps hiking tour.
After breakfast, check out or extend your stay to further explore the Julian Alps independently. Book your Julian Alps Peak Walk with Hiking Slovenia today for an unforgettable Alpine adventure.
Price
Price per person based on two people sharing:
Date of Day1 sets the trip's season.
(Currency converter)- Seven nights accommodation: four nights in hotels 4* in two bedded en-suite facilities room and and three nights in dormitories inside mountain huts, on basis bed & breakfast. Bedlinen in mountain huts is included.
- Luggage transfer – one piece per person, max 23 kgs / 50 lb. Lufthansa airline dimensions, every additional piece 20 EUR per trip, payable on spot.
- Tour description and maps in GUIBO application electronic form. One download per adult person. Every additional access 15 EUR.
- Local tourist and other taxes.
- Personal welcome meeting upon arrival.
- Backup service (hotline) during the trip.
- Single travelers – Applies when a person travels alone. Includes single room supplement.
Season A 450 EUR - Single room – Applies when a person is traveling together with other persons in a party.
Season A 295 EUR - Guided ascent to top of Mt. Triglav (1-3 persons) 560 EUR. Including equipment, IFGMA licensed guide. Additional night in Planika is needed.
- Printed information package in English or German including route notes and corresponding maps delivered upon arrival – 30 EUR.
Price per person per night.
- 4* Hotel in Bled
Double Room 125 EUR. Single room 215 EUR. - 4* Hotel in Bohinj
Double Room 135 EUR. Single room 215 EUR. - Planika Hut
Dormitories only: 65 EUR.
- Third person in the room, 10 % discount on basic price. Only for the third person.
Entrance fees, lunches, dinners, additional transfers, not mentioned in tour program.
Route Profile
4/4
Trekking tour. Long walking days and challenging ascents / descents, these walks may require navigation and / or 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.
Not suitable for children under 12 years.
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. In huts your are staying in dormitories.
- Day 1: Hotel Savica, Lovec, Kompas 4* or Hotel Astoria 3* Sup in Bled
- Day 2: Hotel Pokljuka Center3* in Pokljuka High Plateau
- Day 3: Planika Hut in Planika Hut
- Day 4: Hut at Triglavska jezera in Hut at Triglavska jezera
- Day 5: Komna Hut in Komna Hut
- Day 6: Hotel Jezero 4* in Ribčev Laz
- Day 7: Hotel Jezero 4* in Upper Bohinj Valley
Travel Options & Local Transfer
Starting point of this trip is Lake Bled in NW Slovenia.
Getting to Bled
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) – see here below!
By train: Bled has two railway stations: Lesce-Bled on the Villach – Ljubljana mainline, 4 kms from 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 town centre.
By bus: Flixbus stops at Lake Bled.
By car: take exit Lesce from A1 motorway Ljubljana – Jesenice. Please consult us about parking options in Bled.
Back from Ribčev Laz
By plane: need to get to the airport? Our transfer to Ljubljana airport: return to the airport from Bohinj – please see here below!
By train: Bohinj has a railway station at Bohinjska Bistrica, 5 km from your last hotel. It is on the Jesenice – Nova Gorica sideline, only a few trains a day. Useful for travel in all directions
By car: if your car is in Kranjska Gora, you can get there by local bus (change once in Lesce, travel time is around 2 hrs) or we can transfer – please see here bellow!
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
Villach to Bled
1–3 persons 170 EUR
4–8 persons 200 EUR
Klagenfurt Airport to Bled
1–3 persons 200 EUR
4–8 persons 240 EUR
Bohinj to Ljubljana Airport
1–3 persons 150 EUR
4–8 persons 190 EUR
Bohinj to Ljubljana City
1–3 persons 170 EUR
4–8 persons 210 EUR
Bohinj to Bled
1–3 persons 70 EUR
4–8 persons 80 EUR
All prices per transfer, one way. Price includes transport of bikes.
Rental Bikes
Helia bikes are available in different sizes and unisex frame model: