Lake Bled Walking Holiday
Quiet, restorative walking days in the peaceful hills above Lake Bled
Soft forest paths and gentle meadows, ideal for relaxed, mindful walking
Calm Alpine viewpoints with wide, unhurried panoramas
Serene landscapes of the Pokljuka Plateau, shaped by deep forests and wetlands
A tranquil high-mountain experience with spacious ridges and views toward Triglav First Hand Experience
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Departure
Daily from April 11 to September 20, 2026
Duration
8 Days / 7 Nights
Starting Point
Gorje
Total Distance
76 km
Activity Level
Walking
Lake Bled Walking Holiday
Lake Bled Walking Holiday is a relaxed self-guided walking tour designed for travelers who want to explore Slovenia’s most iconic lake landscapes at a comfortable pace. Centered around Lake Bled, the route combines gentle lakeside paths, scenic viewpoints above Bled Island and Bled Castle, and peaceful countryside walks through traditional villages in the surrounding area.
Beyond Bled, the tour leads you to the tranquil shores of Lake Bohinj, walking paths near Ribčev Laz, and forest trails on the edge of Triglav National Park, offering a varied yet unhurried walking experience. Carefully balanced daily stages, clear route notes and optional luggage transfers make this holiday ideal for walkers who value comfort, flexibility and authentic local scenery over demanding mountain terrain.
Accommodation on this walking holiday is arranged in a new, modern, comfortable hotel Julian Alps in Zgornje Gorje, a quiet village just a few kilometres outside Lake Bled. This location offers a more peaceful setting away from the busy lakeside, while still providing easy access to all walking routes around Lake Bled, Lake Bohinj and Triglav National Park. Daily transfers are arranged where needed, ensuring a smooth and relaxed walking experience without the crowds and higher prices of staying directly in Bled.
Frequently asked questions
Is this tour based in Lake Bled?
Accommodation is arranged in Zgornje Gorje, a peaceful village close to Lake Bled, with easy access to all walking routes.
What type of walks are included?
The tour features gentle lakeside walks, scenic viewpoints and countryside paths around Lake Bled and Lake Bohinj.
Is this suitable for first-time visitors to Slovenia?
Yes. This tour is an excellent introduction to Slovenia, combining iconic sights with easy, relaxed walking.
Can I extend this walking holiday?
Yes. This tour can easily be combined with other self-guided walking holidays in Slovenia.
This tour is ideal for:
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walkers looking for a relaxed, scenic walking holiday
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couples and solo travellers who prefer gentle routes
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first-time visitors to Slovenia
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UK walkers seeking comfort, flexibility and easy logistics
Itinerary
Arrive in the quiet Alpine countryside near Lake Bled and settle into the Julian Alps Hotel in Gorje. The surrounding forests and meadows immediately set a calm tone for the days ahead.
Begin the walk across peaceful meadows and village paths, heading toward the famous Vintgar Gorge, where wooden walkways lead you over clear water and gentle rapids carved by the Radovna River. Mossy rock walls and the soft echo of water create a soothing, natural soundscape.
A quiet ascent then brings you to St. Catherine (Bled), a panoramic viewpoint with serene views of Lake Bled and surrounding mountains. The return to Gorje winds through forest edges and calm lanes.
A gentle walk leads to Poglejska cerkev — a small hilltop chapel and natural viewpoint offering calm, open views across the surrounding hills. From here, forest paths continue toward Planina Rčitno, a tranquil Alpine pasture with soft meadows and peaceful open space, far from any tourist bustle.
On the return, the route crosses a beautiful meadow ridge that opens one of the finest viewpoints of Bled and its surrounding valleys — a quiet, elevated spot where the landscape feels wide and unhurried. From this panoramic point, the trail descends gently back toward the peaceful paths leading to Gorje.
A short transfer brings you to the charming town of Radovljica, where the hike begins. Walk gently up to Talež, a peaceful hilltop spot with calm vistas of the surrounding mountains and valleys.
From there, descend to the shady banks of the Sava Bohinjka and follow a quiet riverside path toward Bled. The final stretch brings you back to Gorje via the historic Pilgrims’ Path, winding through woods and farmland bathed in soft afternoon light.
A free day is a welcome pause in the rhythm of the trail — a gentle moment to rest your legs, slow the pace, and enjoy the quiet villages and green valleys around Gorje. You can spend the morning relaxing at your accommodation, explore the small local cafés, or take an easy walk through meadows and forests that surround the area. The views of the Karavanke ridge and the soft murmur of the Radovna Valley make this a peaceful day in the heart of nature.
For those who prefer to stay active, an optional circular hike leads all the way to Lake Bled and back to Gorje (15 km, +400m). The trail begins with a pleasant forest walk toward Bled, followed by a short ascent to Ojstrica, one of the most iconic viewpoints above the lake. From here, the path continues across Višce, winding toward Bled Castle with its panoramic terraces above the lake. After a refreshment stop in town, the return route guides you along quiet forest paths back to Gorje.
After a short transfer to the Pokljuka Plateau, explore the serene landscapes of this high forested region, known for its tranquil spruce forests and quiet mountain air. From the high meadows around Goreljek, the trail leads through protected wetlands — calm open spaces and forest clearings that invite slow, mindful walking.
Later, the route descends gradually toward Pokljuška soteska, a hidden limestone gorge shaped by wooden walkways, narrow passages and moss-covered rock walls. The atmosphere here is peaceful and deeply restorative.
After leaving the gorge, a gentle path leads you directly back toward the quiet villages of Gorje.
After a short transfer to the Pokljuka Plateau, this day brings you high into the quiet heart of the Alps.. From Javorniška planina, the path climbs steadily through tranquil forest toward Lipanska koča, a mountain hut set among open hills and peaceful surroundings.
From there you follow a gentle ridge walk leading to Viševnik (2,050 m). Whether you reach the summit or enjoy the high-ridge atmosphere, the wide-open views over the Julian Alps create a serene and uplifting moment. You descend back to Pokljuka and are transferred to Gorje.
After breakfast, your tranquil week in the hills above Bled comes to an end and you depart individually.
Optional walk: If you would like to enjoy one more quiet day on the trail, a beautiful circular route (14 km, ± 670 m) begins right from Gorje. The path leads through the hamlet of Poljane and climbs gently toward the charming Planina Obranca — a sunlit Alpine meadow surrounded by forest, known for its open views and calm, pastoral atmosphere.
From here, the trail continues toward Kočna and the viewpoint near Poljanska Baba, where the landscape opens into wide, peaceful vistas. A soft descent then brings you toward Blejska Dobrava, before the route returns comfortably to Gorje along the quiet slopes above the Vintgar Gorge.
Price
Price per person based on two people sharing:
Date of Day1 sets the trip's season.
(Currency converter)- Seven nights accommodation in hotel 4* in two bedded en-suite facilities room, on basis of bed & breakfast.
- Tour description and maps in GUIBO application electronic form. One download per adult person. Every additonal access 15 EUR.
- Stage transfers (Radovljica, Pokljuka)
- 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 550 EUR
Season B 650 EUR - Single room – Applies when a person is traveling together with other persons in a party.
Season A 505 EUR
Season B 605 EUR - Printed information package in English including route notes and corresponding maps delivered upon arrival – 30 EUR.
- Season A: Double Room 90 EUR. Single room 160 EUR.
- Season B: Double Room 105 EUR. Single room 185 EUR.
- Children from 5 to 12 years: 30% discount on basic price when sleeping on auxiliary bed, sharing room with parents.
- 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
Difficulty: Moderate (2/4)
This tour is suitable for walkers with average fitness who enjoy steady days on natural terrain. The routes include:
- easy valley and woodland paths
- gentle climbs to scenic viewpoints
- soft meadow and pasture trails
- gorge boardwalks (Vintgar, Pokljuška soteska)
- one higher-mountain day on Pokljuka with a ridge section toward Viševnik
Most days involve gentle ascents and descents; the terrain is varied but never technical. Good walking shoes are recommended, and trekking poles can provide additional comfort, especially on the high-mountain day.
The overall character of the route emphasizes peace, comfort, and steady, enjoyable walking, rather than long or strenuous stages.
This peaceful walking holiday is designed as a centre-based tour, starting and ending each day at the Julian Alps Hotel in the quiet countryside above Lake Bled. The routes follow a mix of forest paths, meadow tracks, calm country lanes and well-maintained mountain trails.
Daily walks explore the highlights of the region at a relaxed pace — from the Vintgar Gorge and the hills above Bled, to the wide spruce forests of the Pokljuka Plateau and a high-mountain ridge walk toward Viševnik. All walks are carefully chosen for their tranquillity, natural beauty and gentle rhythm, allowing guests to enjoy the landscapes without crowds or stress.
Accommodation
You stay the entire week at the Julian Alps Hotel, a peaceful countryside retreat in the quiet hills above Lake Bled. The hotel offers comfortable rooms, a calm Alpine atmosphere and easy access to nearby walking paths.
- 1-7 Hotel Julian Alps 4*
Travel Options & Local Transfer
Starting point of this trip is the peaceful Alpine village area of Gorje, just above Lake Bled in north-western Slovenia.
Getting to Gorje and back
Getting to Gorje and Back
Gorje is a small, peaceful village area in the hills above Lake Bled, in north-western Slovenia. It is easily reached by plane, train, bus or car, and departure at the end of the tour follows the same routes in reverse.
By Plane
The nearest airport is Ljubljana Airport (LJU), around 40 km from Gorje. From there you can:
- book a private transfer directly to Gorje (fastest and most convenient); or
- take a bus via Kranj to Bled and continue by local bus or taxi up to Gorje.
The same options are available for your journey back to the airport at the end of the tour.
By Train
The most practical railway station for Gorje is Lesce–Bled, about 10 km away, with frequent connections to Ljubljana and Jesenice, and onward links to Austria and Germany.
Additional nearby stations:
- Bled Jezero – on the scenic Bohinj railway above the western shore of Lake Bled;
- Podhom – a small stop near the Vintgar Gorge;
- Jesenice – a regional hub with international trains toward Austria and further.
From these stations you continue by local bus, taxi or pre-booked transfer to Gorje.
For your return journey, transfers back to Lesce–Bled or other stations can be easily arranged.
By Bus
Long-distance buses, including Flixbus, stop at Lake Bled. From Bled, local buses and taxis run up to Gorje (approximately 10–15 minutes).
At the end of your stay, you can use the same route back down to Bled for onward bus connections.
By Car
From Ljubljana, follow the A2 motorway toward Jesenice and take the Lesce–Bled exit. Continue to Bled and then follow local signs for Gorje (Zgornje Gorje / Spodnje Gorje).
From Austria (via the Karavanke Tunnel) or from Italy (via Kranjska Gora / Tarvisio), follow the main road toward Jesenice and Bled, then continue up to Gorje.
At the end of the tour, you simply drive back down through Bled to rejoin the motorway network.
Available Transfers
Ljubljana Airport to Gorje
1–3 persons: 100 EUR
4–8 persons: 140 EUR
Ljubljana City to Gorje
1–3 persons: 140 EUR
4–8 persons: 180 EUR
Villach to Gorje
1–3 persons: 180 EUR
4–8 persons: 210 EUR
Klagenfurt Airport to Gore
1–3 persons: 210 EUR
4–8 persons: 250 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: