The all-time classic walking holiday of Slovenia
The Lakes And Valleys Walking Tour takes you through glorious alpine scenery and panoramic vistas. This walking tour showcases the renowned Lake Bled and Lake Bohinj, as well as the captivating Mt. Triglav National Park. It's an ideal walking tour tailored for those who relish breathtaking mountain panoramas and charming valleys. This route is well-suited for hikers with a moderate level of fitness and comes highly recommended for photography aficionados.
Itinerary
Day 1: ARRIVAL IN KRANJSKA GORA
The renowned ski resort of Kranjska Gora serves as the starting point for this tour. Well-known for its skiing, it attracts attention each January as the host of the annual World Cup Slalom. You'll spend your first night here, nestled in the shadows of the majestic western Julian Alps. (Accommodation in 4* hotel, example: Hotel Kompas)
Day 2: KRANJSKA GORA – JASNA VALLEY – KRANJSKA GORA (intermediate, 5 hrs, ↔ 17 km, ↑↓ 480 m)
Your warm-up walk begins with a visit to the first of many lakes you'll encounter on this journey: Lake Jasna. Framed by the jagged peaks of the Julian Alps, Lake Jasna offers an ideal spot for relaxation—but save that for the return leg of your walk, as there's much more to explore ahead. As you continue through the scenic Jasna Valley, you'll be welcomed by the mountain vistas of the Prisank and Razor peaks. On your way back, you'll pass by the "Russian Chapel," a poignant memorial dedicated to the Russian POWs who perished during WWI while constructing the military road over the Vršič Pass. (Accommodation in 4* hotel, example: Hotel Kompas)
Day 3: PODKOREN – TRIPOINT (TRIPLE BORDER POINT) (intermediate, 5:30 hrs, ↔ 18 km, ↑ 490 m, ↓ 710 m)
This walk leads you through forests and mountain meadows to the summit of Mt. Peč (1,508 m), where the borders of Slovenia, Italy, and Austria converge. At the top, you'll be rewarded with panoramic views of the Julian Alps, Carnian Alps, and the Hohe Tauern range, Austria's highest alpine peaks. The trail then gently descends through the valley, guiding you to the source of the picturesque Sava River, Slovenia's longest, before returning to Kranjska Gora. (Accommodation in 4* hotel, example: Hotel Kompas)
Day 4: RADOVNA VALLEY – VINTGAR GORGE – LAKE BLED (intermediate, 4 hrs, ↔ 13 km, ↑ 160 m, ↓ 290 m)
One of our team members will drive you through the lush Radovna Valley, surrounded by towering mountain peaks, to the stunning Vintgar Gorge, where the Radovna River has carved a 150-meter-deep chasm. From there, you can walk along a wooden walkway that winds through the gorge, continuing on to the world-famous Lake Bled. Along the way, enjoy a stop at the charming Katarina Church viewpoint. (Accommodation in 4* hotel, example: Hotel Savica)
Day 5: LAKE BLED – BOHINJSKA BELA - BLED (intermediate, 4:30 hrs, ↔ 15 km, ↑↓ 520 m)
On your walking holiday now enjoy a leisurely stroll around Bled, a charming town nestled on the shores of a stunning glacial lake. The medieval castle perched on a cliff overlooks the lake's iconic island church, creating a postcard-perfect scene. For the best views and photos of the lake, church, castle, and the Karavanke mountain range, take a hike up to the Mala Osojnica viewpoint on the lake's western side. Wrap up your day by indulging in a slice of the local specialty, Bled's famous cream cake, "Kremšnita," at one of the delightful lakeside cafés. (Accommodation in 4* hotel, example: Hotel Savica)
Day 6: POKLJUKA – USKOVNICA SADDLE – LAKE BOHINJ (intermediate, 4 hrs, ↔ 15 km, ↑ 50 m, ↓ 850 m)
You’ll be driven up to the scenic Pokljuka Plateau, where your hike begins, taking you through mountain pastures and past rustic farmhouses to a breathtaking viewpoint over 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. (Accommodation in 4* hotel, example: Hotel Jezero)
Day 7: LAKE BOHINJ (intermediate, 5 hrs, ↔ 18 km, ↑↓ 260 m)
Spend the day exploring the serene beauty of this peaceful alpine lake, nestled beneath the peaks of the Julian Alps. Enjoy a refreshing swim in its crystal-clear waters and savor the taste of Bohinj trout. At the lake's western end, take a short hike to Savica Waterfall, the source of both the lake and the Sava Bohinjka River. For a breathtaking view of Mount Triglav, the Julian Alps' highest peak, ride the cable car up to Vogel Mountain, perched at 1,532 meters. In the evening, unwind in one of the cozy village pubs and sample the local homemade honey brandy. (Accommodation in 4* hotel, example: Hotel Jezero)
Day 8: DEPARTURE
After breakfast or extension of your stay. You may wish to continue hiking onward over our Goldhorn Trail!
Price
Season A: 12.4 to 9.5. and 27.9. to 11.10.2025 995 EUR
Season B: 10.5. to 16.8. and 21.9. to 26.9.2025 1.075 EUR
Season C: 17.8. to 20.9.2025 1.135 EUR
Date of day 1 sets the seasons price
Price includes:
• Seven nights accommodation in hotels 3*/4*, in two bedded en-suite facilities room, on basis of bed & breakfast
• Personal transfers on days three, four and six
• Luggage transfer – one piece, max 23 kgs / 50 lb. Lufthansa airline dimensions, every additional piece 60 EUR per trip, payable on spot
• Tour description and maps in GUIBO application electronic form, one download per room
• Local tourist and other taxes
• Personal welcome meeting
• Backup service (hotline) during the trip
Supplements:
• Single travelers season A 485 EUR, season B 515 EUR, season C 465 EUR. Applies when a person travels alone, includes single room supplement.
• Single room season A 395 EUR, season B 425 EUR, season C 475 EUR. 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: Season A 95 EUR per person per night in a standard double room B&B, single room 105 EUR. Season B 105 EUR per person per night in a standard double room B&B, single room 200 EUR. Season C 115 EUR per person per night in a standard double room B&B, single room 210 EUR.
• 4* Hotel in Ribčev laz, Bohinj: Season A 105 EUR per person per night in a standard double room B&B, single room 180 EUR. Season B 115 EUR per person per night in a standard double room B&B, single room 195 EUR. Season C 125 EUR per person per night in a standard double room B&B, single room 210 EUR.
Discounts:
• Children from 5 to 12 years: 40% discount on basic price when sleeping on auxiliary bed. sharing room with parents
• Third adult in the room on auxiliary bed 10% (applies only to the third person)
Not included: lunches, dinners, entrance fees, saunas and massages in hotels
Tour Profile
2/4 Hiking tour. Daily distances increase on some days and the terrain may be rugged underfoot with some hills but not too strenuous. Perfect for those with a relatively good level of fitness. The average sum of all daily ascents is between 100 m and 400 meters.
This is a collection of easy valley floor and forest-covered hillside walks. Though in an alpine area, no climbing experience or equipment is necessary. The route passes through the most well-known Slovene alpine towns and villages; more than half of the walks are done within the central area of Slovenia’s unique national park.
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 1-3: 4* Hotel Kompas or 3* Hotel Miklič in Kranjska Gora
Day 4-5: 4* Hotel Savica, Kompas, Lovec, Triglav or Astoria 3*Sup in Bled
Day 6-7: 4* Hotel Jezero in Ribčev laz Bohinj
Travel Options & Local Transfers
Starting point of this trip is Kranjska Gora in NW Slovenia, at the Slovene / Austrian / Italian border.
Getting there...
By plane: closest airport is Ljubljana (LJU). Several airlines serve it (check details here). From the airport, you can travel to Kranjska Gora by bus (change once in Kranj, takes about 3 hrs) or book our transfer - please see here bellow!
By train: nearest railway stations are Tarvisio / Italy (useful for arrivals from Trieste or Venice), Villach / Austria (for arrivals from Munich or Vienna) or Jesenice / Slovenia for arrivals from Ljubljana.
By bus: Flixbus stops at Lake Bled, 42 km away.
By car: take exit Karavanke from the A1 motorway Ljubljana - Jesenice, Karavanke and then follow signposts to Kranjska Gora. From the motorway Villach - Venice, take exit Tarvisio in Italy or exit Villach West in Austria.
... and away
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!
Local Transfers
Ljubljana Airport to Kranjska Gora: 1–3 persons: 125 EUR, 4–8 persons: 160 EUR
Ljubljana City to Kranjska Gora: 1–3 persons: 185 EUR, 4–8 persons: 220 EUR
Bohinj to Ljubljana Airport: 1–3 persons: 140 EUR, 4–8 persons: 180 EUR
Bohinj to Ljubljana City: 1–3 persons: 150 EUR, 4–8 persons: 200 EUR
Bohinj to Kranjska Gora: 1–3 persons: 140 EUR, 4–8 persons: 180 EUR
All prices per transfer, one way.
