Hiking Adventure in Slovenia: Medieval Hills, Julian Alps & Lake Bled

Things to know

• What’s included?

  Included:

  • • An experienced, local hiking guide with extensive knowledge of the area
    • 8-day Julian Alps Slovenia hiking adventure (6 days of hiking)
    • Accommodation for 7 nights in comfy hotels (double occupancy)
    • Meals: 7 breakfasts
    • Pustotnik cheese tasting
    • Železniki museum entrance

  Add-ons (pricing shown at checkout):

  • • Single occupancy room

  Not included:

  • • Flights
    • Airport transfers
    • Lunches and dinners
    • Personal expenses
    • Anything not mentioned in the “Included” section above
    • Insurance — recommended, available to add at checkout
    • Guide gratuities — optional
• How fit do I need to be?

  This Julian Alps Slovenia hiking adventure is designed to work for a range of fitness levels. If you’re comfortable walking 4 to 5 hours on mountain terrain, you’re well prepared for the standard itinerary. 

  Most hiking days involve up to 600 m (1,970 ft) of elevation gain; the Soriška Planina ridge walk is the lightest at around 400 m (1,310 ft), and the Bohinj day ranges from a relaxed gorge walk to a full climb into the Seven Lakes Valley, depending on what the group is up for. No technical skills or special equipment required.

  Want to see what else is there in the area? Discover more hiking adventures in Slovenia here!

• What do I need to bring?

  Here’s a list of the equipment you need to bring:

  • • Daypack large enough to carry everything you’ll need throughout the day (25-35L)
    • Hiking poles (optional)
    • Water bottle or hydration bladder (at least 1.5L capacity)
    • Sturdy hiking boots or trail shoes with ankle support
    • Moisture-wicking hiking clothes
    • Warm mid-layer for higher elevations
    • Spare clothes for layering
    • Waterproof rain jacket and rain trousers
    • Sun hat and sunglasses
    • Sunscreen
    • Toiletries (hand sanitizer, tissues, etc.)
    • Camera (optional but highly recommended)

  Dress comfortably and for the weather in clothes you can move in. We suggest bringing clothing appropriate for the season. Layers are best and don’t wear jeans.

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• Group sizes and age requirements

  Group sizes and pricing

  • • For this Julian Alps Slovenia hiking adventure, the usual client-to-guide ratio is 10:1. 
    • It takes a minimum of 2 people for this tour to operate. The maximum group size is set at 20 participants.

  A Julian Alps Slovenia hiking adventure can be arranged for larger groups. Contact us to make arrangements.

  Min. age requirements

  • • If you are older than 18, you’re good to go.

  If your group has participants under the age of 18, contact us prior to booking to make arrangements.

• Is a single occupancy room available?

  The price for this Julian Alps Slovenia hiking adventure is based on twin-share rooms, but a single occupancy room can be arranged at an additional fee. You can add it to your booking at checkout.

• Getting there and meeting location

  The starting point of your Slovenia walking holidays is Škofja Loka. To get there, most people fly into Ljubljana Airport (LJU), which is just 19 km (12 mi) away from Škofja Loka. From the airport, a pre-booked taxi or transfer is the most direct option.

  You will meet your guide in Škofja Loka on Day 1.

• Safety measures and insurance

  We highly recommend that you cover all your bases with insurance. To make your booking and traveling experience as carefree as possible, you’ll be offered to simply insure your trip with Redpoint at checkout.

  Redpoint—the official 57hours insurance partner—tailors protection packages for adventure travel, offering a comprehensive travel program, even in remote locations! Trip cancellation, natural disasters, pandemic coverage, medical evacuation, primary medical expenses—regardless of the travel interruption that may happen, Redpoint will have you covered.

• Deposits and cancellation policy

  Deposits

  Secure your spot with a 30% deposit upon booking! The remaining 70% of the trip price must be paid 90 days prior to departure at the latest. If booking within 90 days of departure, the full amount is required at the time of booking.

  Cancellations

  Booking fees are non-refundable after a 48-hour grace period. During checkout, however, you can choose one of 57hours’ flexibility options—Basic, Flexible, or Super Flexible. Depending on which one you choose, a different cancellation policy will apply to your booking.

  Basic

  • • If cancelled within 48 hours of booking, a full refund will be issued.
    • If cancelled 60 or more days before departure, a 70% refund of the total trip price will be issued.
    • If cancelled within 59 days of departure, no refund will be issued.

  Flexible

  • • If cancelled within 48 hours of booking, a full refund will be issued.
    • If cancelled 60 or more days before departure, a full refund of the total trip price will be issued.
    • If cancelled 30-59 days before departure, a 50% refund of the total trip price will be issued.
    • If cancelled within 29 days of departure, no refund will be issued.

  Super Flexible

  • • If cancelled within 48 hours of booking, a full refund will be issued.
    • If cancelled 30 or more days before departure, a full refund of the total trip price will be issued.
    • If cancelled within 29 days of departure, a 50% refund of the total trip price will be issued.