Slovenia tucks its finest adventures between the peaks of three Alpine ranges—the Julian Alps, Karawanks, and Kamnik-Savinja. For eight days, we explore this compact mountain paradise through its most rewarding routes. Our e-MTBs carry us along old railway tracks and valley floors, while hiking trails lead us to high shepherd settlements and untouched Alpine lakes. From our bases in medieval Škofja Loka and iconic Lake Bled, we mix mountain biking and trekking with enough time to fully experience each place. Some views we earn in low gear, others step by step, but both are worth the climb.
Want to mix high-powered e-mountain biking with proper Alpine hiking? This 8-day adventure in Slovenia connects medieval towns with mountain huts and glacier lakes with limestone peaks. Starting from Škofja Loka, we ride along former railway tracks and through quiet valleys, then switch to hiking boots for shepherd settlements and Alpine meadows. Moving to Lake Bled, we explore the Julian Alps, hitting both famous spots and hidden gems. With an expert local guide, quality e-MTBs, and carefully chosen hotels arranged, everything's set for proper adventure. Ready to earn those mountain views two ways?
Welcome to Škofja Loka! We’ll settle into our hotel, enjoy a warm welcome, and go over our plan for the week. Our first day sets the tone for the week, as we settle into this charming medieval town and meet our fellow adventurers.
Accommodation: Hotel Zamorc in Škofja Loka
Today we’ll head on an e-MTB tour along the breathtaking Poljanska Dolina, also known as “the valley of meadows.” This biking adventure will take us through picturesque landscapes and offer stunning viewpoints along the way. This day serves as both an introduction to the week’s activities and an opportunity to gauge our comfort on the bikes.
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Hotel Zamorc in Škofja Loka
We’ll drive to the Kamnik and Savinja Alps for a day of immersive hiking in the green pastures of Velika Planina. The journey begins with an ascent along forest paths, leading to the expansive mountain plateau. As we follow a circular route, we’ll discover the unique architecture of Europe’s largest shepherds settlement, with breathtaking views towards the Ljubljana basin and the highest peaks of the Kamnik and Savinja Alps.
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Hotel Zamorc in Škofja Loka
Today we’ll relax or opt for activities in Ljubljana, Slovenia’s capital. We’ll have the flexibility to explore the city centre or venture into local hikes. For those seeking additional experiences, optional day trips can be arranged, such as visits to lace and mercury museums in Idrija, Postojna Caves, or the coast.
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Hotel Zamorc in Škofja Loka
Today’s adventure takes us to the heart of the Julian Alps! We’ll visit Lake Bohinj and head on a short hike to Možic mountain. After a coffee break, we’ll continue to explore the picturesque glacier lake, Lake Bled, which will be our home for the next three days.
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Garni Hotel Berc on Lake Bled
We will drive to the Kranjska Gora ski resort for a picturesque mountain biking tour. Riding along the former railway line, we’ll be close to the majestic north faces of the Julian Alps. The route includes visits to Planica Nordic Center, Zelenci natural springs, and a cross-border excursion into Italy to visit Laghi di Fusine. A traditional Italian espresso stop adds a cultural touch to our biking journey.
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Garni Hotel Berc on Lake Bled
Our Alpine exploration continues with hiking above Pokljuka, Slovenia’s largest high alpine plateau. We’ll have multiple hiking options, each with stunning views over the forests of Pokljuka, Bled, Bohinj, Kamnik-Savinja Alps, and Karawanks. If the weather is pleasant, we will hike to Golica mountain, known for its famous narcissi flowers in late spring. The hike is rewarding, with beautiful views of the Triglav group and the Austrian Alps. A late lunch/early dinner at the Garden of Tastes concludes our alpine exploration.
Meals: Breakfast and late lunch/early dinner
Accommodation: Garni Hotel Berc on Lake Bled
On our final day, we’ll take a short stroll for a last look at the scenery. Our guides will escort us to the airport with hopes of welcoming us back to this beautiful destination again.
Meals: Breakfast
Najc made us feel very welcomed to his country Slovenia. We experienced and learned the Slovenia culture while biking and hiking through the country. We were treated as family everywhere we went. The accommodations, hand picked by Nejc, were excellent. I would strongly recommend Hour Away Bike Tours to anyone who is traveling to Slovenia wanting to experience the country through the outdoors!!
This was a highlight of our trip! Nejc planned an amazing ride for us and was so kind, flexible, and communicative. This is a great way to see Slovenia and the route is through very well-kempt gravel roads with minimal cars so it felt very safe. He gave great recommendations for dining and points of interest along the way.
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This Slovenia hiking & e-MTB adventure requires a moderate fitness level and some hiking and mountain biking experience. For the hikes, you should be comfortable walking for 6-7 hours per day in hilly areas. To enjoy the e-MTB part of this adventure, you should be able to bike for 5-6 hours per day on varied terrain.
The hikes on this adventure are moderately challenging, covering well-marked paths through woodlands, upland meadows, and hilltops up to nearly 1,700 m / 5,580 ft. You’ll walk uphill for several hours, with 600 to 1,000 m (1,970 to 3,280 ft) ascent, followed by a relatively level descent.
The bike routes are suitable for both novice and intermediate riders with moderate fitness levels. You’ll ride on a balanced mix of gravel and smooth asphalt with occasional steep uphill and downhill sections.
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Dress comfortably and for the weather in clothes you can move in. We suggest bringing clothing appropriate for the season and activity.
Group sizes and pricing
Hiking & e-MTB in Slovenia can be arranged for larger groups. Contact us to make arrangements.
Min. age requirements
If your group has adventurers under the age of 18, contact us prior to booking to make arrangements.
The starting point of your Slovenia hiking & e-MTB adventure is Škofja Loka, Slovenia. To get there, most people fly into Ljubljana Jože Pučnik Airport (LJU). Your guides will pick you up at the airport and take you to your hotel in Škofja Loka. You will receive more details before your departure.
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Deposits
You can secure one of the set dates with a 30% deposit upon booking. The remaining 70% of the trip price is to be paid 90 days prior to departure, at the latest.
Cancellations
Booking fees are non-refundable in all cases. During checkout, however, you can choose one of 57hours’ flexibility options:
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HourAway provided attentive, responsive itineraries and accommodations for our group of six. We were biking, hiking, rafting, dining, drinking, and laughing the entire trip. With our guide’s inside connections we were able to talk to many creative and passionate Slovenians. We ate wonderful meals , slept well. Our daily adventures led us to stunning locations! We will be encouraging our family to join Nejc and HourAway as soon as they can!