Hiking in Slovenia
From the Julian Alps to the Adriatic Sea
Trip Details at-a-Glance
| Cost From: | $4295 see pricing |
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| Length: | 11 days |
| Arrive: | Ljubljana, Slovenia |
| Depart: | Ljubljana, Slovenia |
| Lodging: | 10 nights hotels and country inns |
| Meals: | All meals included except 1 lunch and 1 dinner |
| Activity: | Hiking / Trekking, Cultural Adventures |
| Trip Level: |
8 hiking days on moderate trails (some steep sections), 3-7 hours a day, van support
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Highlights
- The Julian Alps, a spectacular alpine realm
- Logarska Dolina National Park, one of Europe’s most stunning natural settings
- Enchanting Ljubljana, beautiful Piran on the blue Adriatic
Beautiful country, wonderful guides, very good group, good hikes!Fred F.—Denver, CO
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Nestled between Austria and Italy, Slovenia is a superb hiking destination, from the ridgetop trails that cross the snow-capped Julian Alps to the outrageously picturesque Logarska Dolina, a stunning glacier-carved valley flanked by the sheer peaks of the Kamniske-Savinja Alps. As we make our way from the mountains to the sea, we head out on airy alpine paths above treeline, follow riverside trails through dramatic canyons, hike along mountain-ringed lakes, and delight in Slovenia’s traditional villages and historic towns, including Kobarid, immortalized in Hemingway’s A Farewell to Arms. Our trip ends on the shimmering blue Adriatic, where the Venetian port of Piran beckons us with its Gothic-Venetian architecture, tiny squares, and waterfront cafes.
Itinerary at a Glance
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Days 1-4
Ljubljana, Slovenia / Ptuj / Logarska Dolina National Park
From enchanting Ljubljana, we head to the ancient red-roofed city of Ptuj, with its hilltop castle and Roman past. After lunch in a wine cellar and a walk in Ptuj’s rolling vineyards, we head out to Logarska Dolina, one of the most stunning natural settings in Europe and now a national park. Our hikes bring us up to the high meadows of Velika Planina, with its ancient wooden chalets, and to the alpine refuge of Klemenca Jama.
Days 5-6
Radovljica / Lake Bled / Lake Bohinj / Triglav National Park
From Jezersko, near the Austrian border, a beautiful hike brings us to a mountain farm for a traditional lunch. After we visit Radovljica, a Renaissance town built on an outcrop above the Sava River, we journey by gondola across the fairytale setting of Lake Bled to reach its 17th century island-church. From serene Lake Bohinj, surrounded by the highest peaks in the Julian Alps, our hikes bring us through the narrow canyon of the Mostnica Gorge, with its jade-green river, then up into a dramatic world of snow-capped peaks as we hike ridge trails with spectacular views of triple-summited Mt. Triglav.
Days 7-8
Kobarid / Mt. Krn / Dreznica
On the western side of the Julian Alps, we enter an Old World realm of tiny villages, translucent rivers, and deep forests that formed the infamous Soca Front during World War I. One of our hikes traces a route below the rocky ramparts of Mt. Krn (7,300'), with a descent to the small, tranquil village of Dreznica, with its towering Romanesque church. Overnights are in the historic and charming town of Kobarid, where Hemingway set his masterpiece, A Farewell to Arms.
Days 9-11
Piran
From the tiny village of Livek, our trail leads across meadows brimming with wildflowers to Mt. Matajur, with views all the way to the Gulf of Trieste. The next day we hike along the coast at Secovlje amid marshlands and wading birds. Overnights are in the coastal town of Piran, a delightful place that has retained its medieval Old Town of Venetian-inspired architecture. Depart on Day 11 via Ljubljana.
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What the Trip is Like
This trip is rated Level 3, Moderate. It is a hiking journey with day hikes of four to six hours on most days over moderate to steep mountain terrain. You will carry just a daypack on the hikes. The hiking itinerary is planned as we have described it in the preceding pages. However, as in any mountain trip, we will remain flexible with regard to weather and other local conditions in choosing our routes. Most of our driving is on narrow mountain roads. We have several days with early starts (ready to go by 8 a.m.!). The food in Slovenia is varied and excellent. Logarska Dolina and Bohinj have an Austrian influence, while the Soca River and Adriatic regions are Italian in style, with seafood and pasta. Wine is excellent throughout the country. In the north, there are mostly dry white wines, and as we approach the coast, more reds are produced in the Vipava Valley and the coast. Please note that in Europe, the dinner hour is considerably later than what it is in the US. We do our best to secure early reservations for our groups, but most often the evening meal will be at 7:30 PM. We stay in a variety of hotels, from a chalet-style lodge in Logarska to a family-run hotel in Kobarid.
Departures & Leaders
Sep 14-24, 2010
Jul 19-29, 2011
Sep 11-21, 2011
Tour Costs
Prices are for 2011
$4295 (13-15 members)
$4495 (10-12 members)
$4795 (6-9 members)
Single supplement: $545
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Tour Cost Includes:
- expert leadership of a Wilderness Travel Trip Leader and local guides
- accommodations in hotels and comfortable inns
- welcome and farewell dinners and meals as noted in the Full Trip Brochure
- ground transportation throughout the trip
- sightseeing and entrance fees on group tours
Tour Cost Does Not Include:
International airfare, airport/hotel transfers, any meals not specified in the Full Trip Brochure, airport departure taxes, optional tipping or gratuities to leaders or staff, additional hotel nights that may be necessary due to airline schedule changes or other factors; pre-trip expense of medical immunizations (if any), travel insurance or passports; and other expenses of a personal nature (alcoholic beverages, laundry, telephone calls, etc.).Our Trip Leaders
Here are the Trip Leaders scheduled for this journey (please note that leader assignments are subject to change).
Giuseppe Aruta, born in Naples, earned his undergraduate degree in Geology from the University of Naples and his PhD in Sedimentology from Florence. When not working as a freelance geologist with the National Geological Survey, he enjoys sharing the beauty and history of Italy with travelers, ...
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Ingrid Cercek was born and raised in Slovenia and currently lives in the capital, Ljubljana, with her husband and two children. Since her childhood, Ingrid has been exploring the mountains and villages of Slovenia, as well as neighboring Croatia and Italy. Fluent in four languages, English, ...
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Stanislav Simicic, of Croatia, is a graduate of a culinary academy in Osijek. A fine chef, he was awarded a second-place ranking among all young Croatian chefs in a competition in 1997. Stanislav later worked as a chef at a restaurant in Poreé for three years, then began to manage ...
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Client Comments
Beautiful country, wonderful guides, very good group, good hikes!Fred F., Denver, CO
Slovenia is beautiful and I highly recommend this trip.Mary M., Stillwater, MN
One of the best trips I”ve taken in years—my 10th WT trip. From beginning to end, lots of variety.Jim and Jenna B., Arlington, VA
This was a beautifully designed, well executed trip supported brilliantly by the two Trip Leaders and the van driver.Barry G., New York, NY
The landscapes, cityscapes, hiking, food, and guides were all wonderful.Jack and Priscilla H., Tyler, TX
A first class operation!Jane K., Wilmington, DE
Thank you for a wonderful adventure! I had an overwhelmingly positive experience with all elements of this trip, and will certainly consider Wilderness Travel for future trips.Jean L., Gettysburg, PA




