Julian Alps Traverse
Lake Bled – Famous for its picturesque island and medieval castle
Pokljuka Plateau – A scenic gateway to the Julian Alps
Lake Bohinj – A tranquil retreat
Soča Valley – Known for its emerald river, offering scenic views and outdoor activities like rafting and kayaking
Julian Alps & Mount Triglav – Stunning mountain vistas throughout the journey First Hand Experience
(No ratings yet)
Departure
Daily from June 13 to September 13, 2026
Duration
7 days / 6 nights
Starting Point
Bled
Total Distance
104 km
Activity Level
Hiking
Famous East to West Passage of Slovene Alps
Embark on a stunning adventure with the Slovenian Traverse Self-Guided Tour, taking you through some of Slovenia’s most beautiful landscapes. This tour features iconic spots like the emerald waters of the Soča Valley, the serene Lake Bohinj, and the world-famous Lake Bled. Hike through alpine meadows on the Pokljuka Plateau, enjoy breathtaking views of the Julian Alps and Mount Triglav, and experience the rich culture of Slovenia’s charming villages. Perfect for nature lovers and hiking enthusiasts, this journey promises unforgettable vistas and a deep connection with Slovenia’s natural beauty.
This tour can, with a moderate adjustment it can also be combined with our Julian Alps Peak Walk. Please ask for a detailed advice.
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.
- Backup service (hotline) during the walk.
- 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
- Third adult in the room 10% discount on basic price, only third person.
Entrance fees, lunches, dinners, additional transfers, not mentioned in tour program.
Route Profile
3/4 – Hiking tour.
More challenging with some long walking days and often a longer trip duration. Tough underfoot in places with changing terrain, some prolonged climbs and steep hills. These walks are designed for experienced walkers looking for a challenge. The average sum of all daily ascents is between 400 m and 800 m. A good level of fitness and experience is required as the terrain can be rough and exposed in places.
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.
- Day 1: Hotel Savica 4* in Bled
- Day 2: Hotel Center 3* in Pokljuka High Plateau
- Day 3: Hotel Jezero 4* in Lake Bohinj
- Day 4: Komna Hut in Komna Hut
- Day 5: Lepena Hut in Lepena
- Day 6: Hotel Alp 3* in Bovec
Travel Options & Local Transfer
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) – see below!
By train: Bled has two railway stations: Lesce-Bled on the Villach–Ljubljana mainline, 4 km from the town centre, where 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 km away from the town centre.
By bus: Flixbus stops at Lake Bled.
By car: take exit Lesce from the A1 motorway Ljubljana–Jesenice. Please consult us about parking options in Bled.
... and away
By plane: closest airports are Trieste (TST) in Italy, Ljubljana (LJU) in Slovenia and Klagenfurt (KLA) in Austria. Several airlines serve them. To all of them you need a local transfer, travel times are approximately 1h 30 min – please see below.
By train: closest stations are Most na Soči (Jesenice–Nova Gorica line) in Slovenia and Tarvisio Boscoverde in Italy (Venice–Villach line). In both cases, a transfer takes 45 min – please check with us for costs of relevant transfers to these train stations from Bovec.
By bus: Flixbus stops at Tarvisio, Italy.
By car: closest entry is Tarvisio on the Italian motorway A23 Alpe-Adria Venice–Vienna. To get here, take the road over Predil Pass to Bovec (30 km), a nice scenic road!
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. Price includes transport of bikes.
Rental Bikes
Helia bikes are available in different sizes and unisex frame model: