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Alps to Adriatic: E-MTB & Hiking Adventure in Slovenia

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Alps to Adriatic: E-MTB & Hiking Adventure in Slovenia
Guide(s)
Nejc Peternelj, Uroš Peternelj, HourAway
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The price of the adventure is based on double occupancy. If you’d like to have a room to yourself, add the single supplement to your booking now.

Breakfasts are included in the price of this trip. Special dietary requirements can be accommodated, please let us know down below if you have any.

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When booking a trip, you can either pay for it in full or reserve your spot with a 30% deposit. The remaining 70% of the trip price is to be paid 90 days prior to departure, at the latest.

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After 48 hours, booking fees are non-refundable in all cases. You can choose one of 57hours’ flexibility options:

Basic
  • If canceled within 48 hours of booking, a full refund will be issued.
  • If canceled 60 or more days before departure, a 70% refund of the total trip price will be issued.
  • If canceled within 59 days of departure, no refund will be issued.
  • Booking fees are non-refundable after a 48-hour grace period.
Flexible
  • If canceled within 48 hours of booking, a full refund will be issued.
  • If canceled 60 or more days before departure, a full refund of the total trip price will be issued.
  • If canceled 30-59 days before departure, a 50% refund of the total trip price will be issued.
  • If canceled within 29 days of departure, no refund will be issued.
  • Booking fees are non-refundable after 48 hours grace period.
Super Flexible
  • If canceled within 48 hours of booking, a full refund will be issued.
  • If canceled 30 or more days before departure, a full refund of the total trip price will be issued.
  • If canceled within 29 days of departure, a 50% refund of the total trip price will be issued.
  • Booking fees are non-refundable after 48 hours grace period.
Alps to Adriatic: E-MTB & Hiking Adventure in Slovenia
Itinerary
Alps to Adriatic: E-MTB & Hiking Adventure in Slovenia
People
1 Person
Date(s)
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Duration
12 day
Guide(s)
Nejc Peternelj, Uroš Peternelj, HourAway
Reserve deposit (30%) $0
Second Payment Amount: $0

  • Join us on this 12-day journey from the Alps to the Adriatic—a Slovenia adventure designed to immerse you in the country’s best landscapes and culture! From the moment you arrive, we focus on your comfort and preferences, tailoring each day to your interests. Expect exciting bike rides, scenic hikes, and authentic cheese and wine tastings, all while discovering the local culture. Let experienced locals guide you as you navigate Slovenia’s terrain effortlessly!

    • We will greet you at the Ljubljana Airport and transfer you to Homestead Farm Tešnak, where you’ll receive a warm welcome. We’ll settle in, review the itinerary, and plan the week ahead based on your preferences and the weather forecast.

      Accommodation: Hotel Zamorc, Škofja Loka

      Homestead farm, Tesnak Slovenia

    • After breakfast, we’ll all hop on bikes for a tour in the Poljane Valley, cycling along the historic Rapallo border. We’ll enjoy a cheese tasting at Pustotnik cheese farm and discuss our plans for the week.

      Meals: Breakfast & cheese tasting
      Accommodation: Hotel Zamorc, Škofja Loka

      Pustotnik cheese farm

    • Today, we’ll explore the Škofja Loka hills on e-bikes, making our way towards the highest peak, Blegoš. Along the way, we’ll discover WWI bunkers and soak in the stunning scenery.

      Meals: Breakfast
      Accommodation: Hotel Zamorc, Škofja Loka

      Škofja Loka, a picturesque small town in Slovenia

    • We’ll depart for Lake Bohinj, stopping for a hike to Možic mountain before exploring the picturesque lake. Then, we’ll drive to Lake Bled for a two-night stay at Garni Hotel Berc.

      Meals: Breakfast
      Accommodation: Garni Hotel Berc, Bled

      Hiking near Lake Bohinj and Lake Bled

    • Today, we’ll trek through Pokljuka, enjoying panoramic views and indulging in a late lunch/early dinner at the Garden of Tastes. We’ll return to the same hotel for an overnight stay.

      Meals: Breakfast and late lunch/dinner
      Accommodation: Garni Hotel Berc, Bled

      Bike and hike Slovenia

    • We’ll lace up our hiking boots for a trek to Golica, famous for its narcissi (daffodils) flowers and stunning views. Afterward, we’ll drive to Hotel Miklič in Kranjska Gora for a two-night stay.

      Meals: Breakfast
      Accommodation: Hotel Miklič, Kranjska Gora

      Hikers on a viewpoint on the route of the Slovenia hiking & e-MTB trip

    • Our bike tour begins along the former railway line, with views of the Julian Alps. We’ll ascend to Tromeja, visit Planica Nordic Center, Zelenci natural springs, and Laghi di Fusine before returning to Hotel Miklič.

      Meals: Breakfast
      Accommodation: Hotel Miklič, Kranjska Gora

      Biking around Kranjska Gora

    • Today, we’ll drive over Vršič Pass, stopping for a hike to Slemenova Špica and exploring the Alpine Botanic Garden, Soča Gorge, and Boka Waterfall. We’ll arrive at Hiša Marica in Goriška Brda for a two-night stay.

      Meals: Breakfast
      Accommodation: Hiša Marica, Šmartno

      Holidays in Slovenia in the mountains

    • We’ll spend the day biking through Goriška Brda’s vineyards, visiting the highest hill in the area and enjoying a wine tasting at Vinarstvo Zalatel.

      Meals: Breakfast
      Accommodation: Hiša Marica, Šmartno

      Goriska Brda bike tour

    • Today, we’ll drive to the Slovenian coast, stopping at Lipica or caves along the way. We’ll arrive at Guesthouse Centrum B&B in Izola for a one-night stay.

      Meals: Breakfast
      Accommodation: Guesthouse Centrum B&B, Izola

      Cave visit in Slovenia

    • We’ll bike through hills overlooking the sea, exploring Portorož, Piran, Izola, and Koper. We’ll enjoy a refreshing swim in the sea before returning to Guesthouse Centrum B&B.

      Meals: Breakfast
      Accommodation: Guesthouse Centrum B&B, Izola

      Slovenia coast at sunset

    • We’ll transfer to Ljubljana Airport, bidding farewell to Slovenia and concluding our unforgettable journey together.

      Meals: Breakfast

      Slovenia departure bikers

    • Included:

        • An experienced, local MTB guide with extensive knowledge of the area
        • 12-day Alps to Adriatic e-MTB & hiking adventure in Slovenia
        • Accommodation for 11 nights in 3-star and 4-star boutique hotels & guesthouses
        • Bike rental (high-performance e-MTB & a helmet)
        • Breakfasts from Day 2 to Day 12
        • Late lunch/dinner & tour at the Garden of Tastes on Day 7
        • High-performance e-MTBs
        • Transfers
          • Transfer from the airport to Škofja Loka on Day 1
          • Transfer from Izola to the airport on Day 12
          • Transfer on days that you’re changing location
          • All other transfers in the itinerary
        • Cheese tasting at the Pustotnik Cheese Farm on Day 2
        • Wine tasting at Vinarstvo Zalatel on Day 9
        • Tourist tax

      Add-ons

        • Single supplement — $820

      Not included:

        • Flights to Slovenia
        • Meals not indicated in the itinerary
        • Snacks
        • Entrance fees and activities not specified under ‘Included’
        • Guide gratuities — optional
        • Travel and medical insurance — optional

    • This Alps to Adriatic e-MTB & hiking tour is designed to accommodate both intermediate and novice riders and hikers. Whether you’re an occasional cyclist with some technical skills or a newbie, you’ll find paths that suit your abilities. While most routes consist of gravel (tarmac), you can expect some forest paths and moderately challenging segments for those seeking more adventure.

      In order to fully enjoy this tour, a good fitness level is a must—the dynamic terrain includes longer climbs, making it perfect for those with moderate fitness. You should be able to comfortably cycle and hike 5-6 hours a day. Still, the trip can be tailored to suit your fitness level. Your journey, your choice, let us know upon booking about your and your group’s fitness and experience and your guide will do their best to create the perfect personalized adventure!

      For more biking adventures in the Alps, click here!

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

        • Day pack large enough to carry personal items
        • Water bottle or hydration bladder (2L capacity)
        • Appropriate cycling shoes
        • Comfortable cycling clothes
        • Spare clothes for layering
        • Waterproof rain or wind jacket
        • Cycling gloves
        • Snacks
        • ID card
        • Cash for personal expenses
        • Sunscreen
        • Sunglasses
        • Camera — optional (but recommended)

      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

        • For this Alps to Adriatic e-MTB and hiking adventure, the usual client-to-guide ratio is 5:1.
        • It takes a minimum of 2 people for this tour to operate. The maximum group size is set at 10 participants.
        • The tour is confirmed at the latest 60 days prior to the departure date.
        • The tour is bookable up to 90 days prior to departure.

      Alps to Adriatic e-MTB and hiking adventures 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.
        • Minors aged 16 to 18 may be permitted to join the Alps to Adriatic e-MTB and hiking adventure on a case-by-case basis, but must be in the presence of a parent or legal guardian.

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

    • The starting point of your Alps to Adriatic e-MTB and hiking adventure is Škofja Loka, a charming historic town in Slovenia. To get there, most people fly into Ljubljana Jože Pučnik Airport (LJU). Your guides will pick you up at the Ljubljana Airport (included in the price) and take you to your hotel in Škofja Loka. You will receive more details before your departure.

    • We highly recommend that you cover all your bases with both medical and travel protection. To make your booking and traveling experience as carefree as possible, simply choose Redpoint—the official 57hours insurance partner!

      Redpoint tailors their 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.

      Once your booking is confirmed and your trip is paid in full, you will be offered to purchase Redpoint’s protection. If you need any help or require more information, let us know and we will be happy to help!

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