Slovene Alpine Pearls
Hike in three Alpine ranges during one varied week.
Enjoy rewarding high-mountain day walks without technical climbing.
Walk through ancient feudal tunnels. Departure
Daily departures
Duration
8 Days / 7 Nights
Starting Point
Jezersko
Total Distance
75 km
Activity Level
Trekking
Technical Level
Challenging
Is this tour for me?
A good choice for fit, regular hikers who enjoy longer days and sustained climbs. The routes follow mostly straightforward mountain paths without significant exposure or technical sections.
Three Alpine ranges in one walking holiday
We like this Slovenia hiking tour because it shows how varied the country’s mountains are. It begins beneath the Kamnik–Savinja Alps, crosses the Karawanks and finishes among the forests and high pastures of the Julian Alps. Rewarding mountain days are balanced by gentler walks and comfortable hotel stays, without technical climbing.
This tour is ideal for:
- Fit hikers who enjoy longer climbs and varied mountain days.
- Travellers who want high-mountain scenery without technical climbing or hut-to-hut nights.
- Visitors who like combining quiet Alpine villages with Lake Bled and Lake Bohinj.
Looking for a more demanding hut-to-hut adventure? Explore our Julian Alps Hut-to-Hut Hiking tour.
Frequently asked questions
How demanding are the daily walks?
Several stages take six to seven hours and include sustained climbs and descents. Good fitness and regular hiking experience are recommended.
Are the routes technically difficult?
No climbing skills are required. Most routes follow straightforward mountain paths, although some sections are uneven or briefly exposed, so basic sure-footedness is important.
Do I stay in mountain huts?
No. All seven nights are spent in selected hotels or guesthouses, with luggage transfers between accommodations.
Where does the tour start and finish?
The tour starts in Jezersko and finishes at Lake Bohinj, with overnight stays in Begunje, Lake Bled and Pokljuka along the way.
Designed and operated by our local team in Bled · Routes checked first-hand · Local support throughout your trip
Itinerary
Arrive in Jezersko, a peaceful mountain village beneath the Kamnik–Savinja Alps. After checking in, take an easy walk around Planšar Lake or simply enjoy the views and prepare for your first hiking day.
Today’s hike leads you just above the tree line to Češka Koča, one of Slovenia’s oldest alpine huts, standing for over 100 years. From here, you are rewarded with sweeping views into two parallel alpine valleys, a perfect start for photography enthusiasts exploring photography-friendly hiking tours Slovenia. The return route passes Shepherds Lake, a serene spot where the reflections of surrounding peaks shimmer in the water, before returning to Jezersko.
Today, climb Virnikov Grintovec, a lesser-known summit in the Karawanks above Jezersko. The path rises through forest to an open summit ridge with wide views of the Kamnik–Savinja Alps, the Karawanks and neighbouring Austria. The walk is physically demanding but not technically difficult.
A short transfer by car brings you to Ljubelj, on the Austrian border, where your hike begins. After a short transfer to Ljubelj, follow the Born Trail through forest and a late-19th-century tunnel built for the Born family. The path is narrow in places, so sure-footedness and a torch are useful. Continue across Preval mountain pasture and descend through the Draga Valley to Begunje,
famous as the hometown of the Slavko Avsenik / Oberkrainer band. Nearby, explore the ruins of Kamen Castle, a testament to the region’s rich history.
Enjoy a panoramic hike at the foot of the Karawanke Range, beginning with a gentle ascent to St. Peter’s Church, built as a lookout during the days of Turkish raids. The trail continues through quiet pastoral landscapes and offers stunning views of the Julian Alps, perfect for nature photography enthusiasts. The day concludes in Lake Bled, a world-famous glacial lake renowned for its island church and the medieval castle perched high above the town. Overnight in a 4* hotel, providing comfort and relaxation after a scenic day on your Slovenia hiking tour.
A short morning transfer brings you to the Pokljuka Plateau (1,280 m), a hub of Julian Alps hiking trails. Hike over expansive mountain pastures and through dense fir forests to Lipanska Hut, where you can enjoy a typical hikers’ lunch. The afternoon route follows a panoramic trail, offering stunning views of the Karawanke Range, the Pokljuka Plateau, Krma Valley, and the Bohinj Mountains.
Today’s route begins from the Pokljuka Plateau, leading through traditional alpine pastures and rustic farmhouses. Pause at a viewpoint for breathtaking vistas over Bohinj Valley, then descend through the historic village of Studor, where time seems to stand still. Your hike ends at Lake Bohinj, a true gem of Triglav National Park, with its calm waters reflecting surrounding peaks and a charming lakeside village perfect for exploring or photography.
After breakfast, your Slovenia hiking tour concludes. You may also choose to extend your stay or continue hiking along the Goldhorn Trail to explore even more of the Julian Alps’ spectacular scenery.
Price
Price per person based on two people sharing:
Date of Day1 sets the trip's season.
(Currency converter)- Seven nights’ accommodation with breakfast in selected 3*/4* hotels and guesthouses, in a twin or double room with private bathroom.
- Transfers specified in the itinerary on Days 4 and 6.
- Luggage transfers between accommodations: one piece per person, up to 23 kg. Each additional piece: €30 per trip, payable locally.
- Digital route notes, maps and navigation through the GUIBO app: one access per adult; each additional access €15.
- Local tourist taxes.
- Personal welcome meeting on arrival.
- Local telephone support throughout your trip.
- Solo traveller supplement: Season A €400; Season B €460. Applies when one person travels alone and includes single rooms throughout the tour.
- Single-room supplement: Season A €325; Season B €355. Applies when travelling with other people and staying in a single room.
- Printed information package: €30. Route notes and maps in English or German, delivered on arrival.
Prices per person, per night:
- Selected 4 hotel in Bled:* Season A €110 sharing a twin or double room; €210 single. Season B €115 sharing; €215 single.
- Selected 4 hotel at Lake Bohinj:* Season A €120 sharing a twin or double room; €200 single. Season B €135 sharing; €215 single.
- Children aged 5–11: 30% discount on the base tour price when sharing their parents’ room and sleeping in an extra bed.
- Third adult sharing a room: 10% discount on the base tour price for the third person only.
Entrance fees, lunches, dinners and transfers not specified in the itinerary.
Route Map
3/4
Hiking tour. Physically demanding but technically moderate. Several stages involve six to seven hours of walking and sustained climbs and descents. Good fitness and regular mountain-walking experience are required.
Routes follow mostly marked mountain paths. Some sections may be uneven, narrow or briefly exposed, but no climbing skills or specialist equipment are required.
This tour is a collection of different grade walks. However, none of them have a climbers rating. You will be walking along mountain ridges, meadows and valley floors. The tour is suitable for experienced hikers.
Accommodation
Seven nights are spent in selected 3*/4* hotels and guesthouses, in twin or double rooms with private bathrooms. Breakfast is included. The exact properties may vary, with alternatives of a similar standard, depending on availability.
- 1-3 3-star guesthouse in Jezersko
- 4 3-star guesthouse in Begunje
- 5 3-star superior/4-star hotel in Bled
- 6 3-star hotel in Pokljuka plateau
- 7 4-star hotel in Bohinj (Ribčev Laz)
Travel Options & Local Transfer
Starting point of this trip is Jezersko in NW Slovenia, on the Slovene - Austrian border.
Getting to Jezersko
The tour starts in Jezersko and ends in Ribčev Laz at Lake Bohinj.
Getting to Jezersko
By plane: Ljubljana Airport (LJU) is the closest airport. Continue via Kranj by public transport or pre-book one of our private transfers listed below.
By train: The most convenient railway station is Kranj. Continue to Jezersko by local bus, taxi or private transfer.
By bus: Jezersko has limited bus connections from Kranj. Check the current timetable before travelling.
By car: Follow the A2 motorway towards Kranj, then follow signs for Preddvor and Jezersko. Please contact us in advance about parking arrangements.
Leaving from Lake Bohinj
By plane: A private transfer from Bohinj to Ljubljana Airport can be booked below.
By train: The nearest station is in Bohinjska Bistrica, about 6 km from Ribčev Laz. Continue by local bus or taxi.
By bus: Local buses connect Ribčev Laz with Bled and Ljubljana. Check the current timetable before travelling.
By car: If you left your car in Jezersko, return by public transport or contact us to arrange a private transfer.
Leaving from Lake Bohinj
By plane: A private transfer from Bohinj to Ljubljana Airport can be booked below.
By train: The nearest station is in Bohinjska Bistrica, about 6 km from Ribčev Laz. Continue by local bus or taxi.
By bus: Local buses connect Ribčev Laz with Bled and Ljubljana. Check the current timetable before travelling.
By car: If you left your car in Jezersko, return by public transport or contact us to arrange a private transfer.
Available Transfers
Ljubljana Airport to Jezersko
1–3 persons 120 EUR
4–8 persons 150 EUR
Ljubljana City to Jezersko
1–3 persons 170 EUR
4–8 persons 210 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
All prices per transfer, one way.