Culinary Guided Walking Tour in the Slovenian Alps

Arrival in Ljubljana

Arrive in Ljubljana, check into your room, walk along the river banks and admire bridges, explore the historical city centre and medieval old town, stunning architecture, the colorful marketplace. Visit Ljubljana Castle and treat yourself to beautiful views of the city from the castle’s ramparts or Outlook Tower. Afterwards there will be a welcome dinner with traditional Slovenian food.

Meals included: Dinner. Accommodation in Ljubljana

DISCOVER LAKE BOHINJ

After breakfast, drive to Lake Bohinj, a peaceful alpine valley and hike in one of the most beautiful natural attractions in the heart of the Triglav National Park, Mostnica Gorge. From the panoramic trail along the riverbanks admire the incredible power of crystal clear water, which has been breaking through solid rock over the centuries and forming various pools and other natural attractions. Enter into the idyllic valley with beautiful meadows and shepherd houses and reach the waterfall. After hiking, time to relax by Lake Bohinj and swim in its fresh waters.

Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner Distance: 6.8 miles (11 km) Hiking: 3,5 hours Elevation gain: +270m (885 feet), -270m (885 feet) Accommodation: Hotel Center Pokljuka 3*

HIKE ON POKLJUKA PLATEAU

Start hiking straight from your hotel and enter into the magical spruce forest which leads to Zajamniki mountain pasture, where cows still graze during the summer. It is known for its fabulously arranged old shepherd's huts, and offers one of the most beautiful views of the Julian Alps. Continue to Uskovnica plateau, enjoy unspoilt nature, alpine meadows and views that always fascinate. Taste traditional Slovenian food in the mountain hut and return back to the hotel, where you can catch the biathlons training for world famous biathlon competition on Pokljuka.

Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner Distance: 8 miles (13 km) Hiking: 4 hours Elevation gain: +340m(1115 feet), -340m (1115 feet) Accommodation: Hotel Center Pokljuka 3*

LAKE BLED AND COOKING CLASS WITH LOCALS

Discover Lake Bled, a picture-perfect lake with its iconic island. Hike to a smaller hill that offers an incredible view of the medieval castle perched on the edge of a rocky cliff and surrounding mountains. Spice up your visit with a touch of adrenaline and take a ride on the sledding track. Take a scenic walk up to Bled Castle, enjoy the views and taste the local speciality, Bled custard cream cake. For lunch it is time to join the cooking class with locals where you will learn how to prepare traditional Slovenian food. Hands-on experience spiced up with Slovenian wine. Transfer to Kranjska gora, your next destination for 2 days.

Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner Distance: 4.3 miles (7 km) Hiking: 2,5 hours Elevation gain: +250m (820 feet), -250m (820 feet) Accommodation: Hotel Kranjska gora 4*

KRANJSKA GORA AND LAKE JASNA

Hike along the Sava Dolinka River on a narrow, well-maintained path and enjoy nature. The trail leads to the picturesque village above Gozd Martuljek and rewards you with breathtaking views of the Julian Alps. Continue on to Lake Jasna, a turquoise lake surrounded by jaggy peaks, where you’ll have time to rest and enjoy lunch with the view on your own. Before dinner, stop on nature reserve Zelenci. The observation tower next to the lake offers a view of the emerald green lake from a higher perspective.

Meals: Breakfast, dinner Distance: 9.3 miles (15 km) Hiking: 4,5 hours Elevation gain: +330m (1082 feet), -330m (1082 feet) Accommodation: Kranjska Gora hotel 4*

SOČA RIVER VALLEY

The scenic mountain road will take you into the stunning and unspoilt Soča River Valley. The day will be a blend of nature, history, and delicious food. First, you will have a scenic and pleasant walk to the lovely, hidden Kozjak waterfalls before visiting the historic town of Kobarid, where Ernest Hemingway was inspired to pen his novel, A Farewell to Arms. Continue a transfer along a route to Slovenia’s winegrowing region of Goriška Brda and marvel at the land of gently rolling hills covered with orchards and vineyards. After dinner with wine pairing you will tour the family's wine cellar. The owners will show you how they follow and nurture a centuries-old tradition of winemaking methods in addition to offering diverse, excellent certified organic wines.

Meals: Breakfast, dinner Distance: 4.6 miles (7,5 km) Hiking: 2,5 hours Elevation gain: +260m(853 feet), -260m (853 feet) Accommodation: Family run tourist farm – Hiša Štekar

EXPLORE GORIŠKA BRDA AND WINE TASTING

After breakfast, an easy hike on Sabotin mountain. Since this area was also a strategic point during the First World War, you can see the preserved bunkers, ditches and caverns. At the top of the mountain admire the view of the emerald Soča River that winds towards the sea. Climb to the lookout tower at Gonjače, that offers magnificent views of the entire region and even the Adriatic coast and Slovenian highest mountain-Triglav. You will wrap up your tour by visiting Šmartno, one of the best preserved medieval villages in Slovenia. Then it is time to visit one of the best winemakers in the region and enjoy wine tasting with home made cold cuts. Before a farewell dinner with a selection of your host's wine you will have time to swim in the pool with a stunning view of Goriška Brda.

Meals: Breakfast, dinner Distance hike 1: 2 miles (3,5 km) Hiking: 1: 1 hour Elevation gain 1: +120m(393 feet), -120m (393 feet) Distance hike 2: miles ( 3 km) Hiking 2: 50 min Elevation gain 2: +70m (229 feet), -70m (229 feet) Accommodation: Family run tourist farm – Hiša Štekar

GOODBYE SLOVENIA

After breakfast, you will be transferred either to Ljubljana Airport or, if you’re keen on staying a bit longer, to your next accommodation in Ljubljana.

Meals: Breakfast