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Excursions around Lake Bled
Beautiful Meadows
Based at Lake Bled, this is a collection of easy day trips suitable for all cyclists and ideal for those who prefer to stay in one place rather than move accommodation each night. Each day is packed with great sights, attractions and exquisite views.
Dates 2024:
Arrival: daily
Duration: 8 days
Dates:
Season 1: March 23.-May 03. +
Sept 21.-Oct 12.
Season 2: May 04.-Sept 20.
1st Day: Bled
Individual arrival. Located on the shore of a beautiful glacial lake, Bled is like a place right out of a fantasy novel. Its distinctive island church, backed by towering alpine mountains and guarded by a clifftop castle, has ensured Bled a place among Slovenia’s most popular tourist attractions. Row yourself over to the island church (or let someone else do the work for you) and marvel at the ornate golden altar while ringing the church bell and making a wish; it might come true.
2nd Day: Route A/Bled Sightseeing (approx. 15 km)
Cycling Lake Bled begins with a leisurely day around Lake Bled. Cycle around the lake and up to the castle for great views across the lake and church. For the best photos and views of the church, castle and Karavanke range, head over to the western side and hike up to Mala Osojnica and Ojstrica viewpoints. In the evening try out one of the many great restaurants and the local delicacy: Kremšnita (cream slice).
3rd Day: Route B/Excursion Bodesce – Kropa – Radovljica (approx. 34 km)
The day begins with an easy bike ride along the River Sava, SE of Bled. You can stop at Kropa, a historic blacksmith town, and visit the iron forging museum. Pop up to the little hilltop village of Jamnik for a picture-perfect view of Jamnik Church with the Kamnik Alps right behind it. A photographer’s dream. On the way back, stop in the beautifully preserved old town of Radovljica with its interesting beekeeping museum, Church of Saint Peter with its ornate vaulted ceiling and beautiful frescoes, and even better – nice ice cream shop…
4th Day: Route C/Excursion Begunje (approx. 41 km)
Today you’ll head out to the home of Slavko Avsenik, a legendary Slovenian Folk musician, in the sunny village of Begunje. Have lunch at his famous restaurant, Avsenik Gostilna. After lunch, you can visit the Museum of Hostages and the ruins of Kamen Castle. In the afternoon you will pass Brezje Basilica, an important religious site and pilgrimage destination for many Slovene people.
5th Day: Route D/Excursion Gorje (approx. 17 km)
Today’s trip will take you to the beautiful Vintgar Gorge, carved 150m deep into the mountains by the Radovna River and ending at the Šum Waterfall. Then it’s on to the less-visited Pokljuka Gorge, carved 10,000 years ago at the eastern edge of the plateau. Here you can leave your bike and take a stroll through ancient woodlands and a fossilized ravine left behind by the retreating glacier.
6th Day: Route E/Excursion Bohinj (approx. 47 km)
After a car transfer to the top of the Pokljuka high plateau, you will cycle back down into the Bohinj Valley through alpine villages and past the unique Slovene hayracks until reaching Lake Bohinj. Hemmed in by the majestic Julian Alps, this dead-end alpine valley is a spectacle not to be missed. Cycle around the lake to Savica Waterfall, and then take the cable car up to Vogel Mountain for a spectacular view of shimmering alpine scenery.
7th Day: Route F/Excursion Krma (approx. 37 km)
First, you cycle through the Radovna valley, between two great plateaus to the foot of Mount Triglav. Here you can have lunch in the shadow of this mighty mountain before continuing on through a peaceful forested valley littered with WW2 monuments and traditional farmhouses, one of which has been adapted into a museum that was even visited by Prince Charles.
8th Day: Bled
Individual departure or extend your stay.
YOUR ACCOMMODATION:
At this tour you will be accommodated in a 4*Hotel town center, in two bedded rooms with private facilities.
Please note, that accommodation requests are always updated daily at the time of booking. The selection is based on availability. Of course, we are happy to accept non-binding customer requests. Tell us your wishes when booking.
You will receive the accommodation we have actually booked with the hotellist and the travel documents (after the booking confirmation at the earliest).
YOUR BICYCLES:
21-speed ladies or gents
E-Bike
- aluminium frame
- mudguard
- rear rack
- comfort gel saddle
- anti-puncture Continental tyres
- ergonomic bicycle grips
- cycle computer
- one repair kit per two bikes
- combination bike lock
- one-sided saddlebag
Attention: In Slovenia it is mandatory for children under 15 yrs to wear a helmet when on a bike.
YOUR ARRIVAL:
Parking
- Directly at the hotel or at public parking areas
Train station
- Station: Bled Lesce
Airport
- Next airport: Ljubljana (LJU) or Klagenfurt (KLA)
- Transfers bookable (see Prices)
- 7 nights in rooms with private facilities incl. breakfast
- Tour description and maps in electronic form
- Use of wellness Ziva in Rikli Balance Hotel
- Local tourist tax
- Backup service (hotline) during the trip
Season 1 | Season 2 | |
Double room | 885,- | 955,- |
Single room | 1.340,- | 1.410,- |
Discounts additional bed/children – upon request
Additional bookable
Rental bikes | |
21-speed | 90,- |
E-Bike | 230,- |
Helmet rental | 12,- |
Printed travel documents | 30,- |
Additional night incl. breakfast | Double room | Single room | |
Bled 4* | 110,- | 195,- |
Transfer | price per way |
Airport Ljubljana – Bled (1-3 persons) | 75,- |
Airport Ljubljana – Bled (4-8 persons) | 105,- |
Airport Trieste – Bled (1-3 persons) | 230,- |
Airport Trieste – Bled (4-8 persons) | 290,- |
train station Lesce – Bled (1-3 persons) | 20,- |
train station Lesce – Bled (4-8 persons) | 30,- |
Operator: Helia
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