To make the most of your Karavanke Mountains e-MTB adventure, we encourage you to arrive one day before the tour begins. A relaxed arrival also provides peace of mind, especially if you’re travelling from abroad, ensuring that unexpected flight delays won’t interfere with the start of your journey. Take time to explore the world-famous Lake Bled and adjust into new surroundings. We can help you book the accommodation at Trivrh Outdoor Hotel, since this is where your guides will meet you tomorrow morning.
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Arrive at Trivrh Outdoor Hotel at 10 am and meet up with your guide and fellow riders. After a relaxed bike fitting, set off from Tržič straight into the wild beauty of Slovenia’s alpine forest. Climb through spruce forests toward pastures dotted with shepherd huts, soaking in your first tastes of mountain panoramas before dropping into your first flowy descent of forest trails and singletrack that brings you back to hotel. By completing a perfect opening loop into Slovenia’s mountain biking world, you’re already steeped in the Karavanke spirit. But the day isn’t over yet. Tonight, we’ll gather around the table at a local restaurant to enjoy traditional Slovenian food, raise a glass to the adventure ahead, and share the stories of our first day in the mountains.
Meals: Dinner
Distance: 44.5 km (27.6 mi)
Elevation: +1,380 m (4,527 ft) / -1,320 m (4,330 ft)
Accommodation: Trivrh Outdoor Hotel
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Today, we pedal into higher ground, tracing peaceful trails through the Završnica Valley and up to the high-alpine plateau of Zelenica, just beneath the imposing limestone peaks of the Karavanke. Historic border patrol singletracks wind under towering peaks and lead us to a mountain hut where we stop for a break. After lunch, flowing mountain descents under the ridge carry us back to the comfort of the hotel, with fresh mountain air and rewarding after-ride beer.
Meals: Breakfast, dinner
Distance: 41.2 km (25.6 mi)
Elevation: +1,880 m (6,167 ft) / -1,880 m (6,167 ft)
Accommodation: Trivrh Outdoor Hotel
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After yesterday’s big mountain adventure, today’s ride reveals a more intimate side of the Karavanke. We ease into riding beneath the mighty Mt. Stol, the highest mountain in the range. Lush forests set the scene for a climb to the iconic Valvasor Hut. We’ll pedal to our favorite plateau that offers one of the most stunning panoramas—from the emarald-blue water of Lake Bled to the majestic summit of Mt.Triglav, Slovenia’s highest peak and the heart of the Julian Alps. The day wraps up with an adrenaline kick, a singletrack descend into the Završnica Valley—perfect for a splash in the river—before we roll back to the hotel for hearty Slovenian fare.
Meals: Breakfast, dinner
Distance: 27 km (16.7 mi)
Elevation: +1,020 m (3,346 ft) / -1,020 m (3,346 ft)
Accommodation: Trivrh Outdoor Hotel
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We start the day with a familiar but fresh perspective, climbing by shady forest up to Dobrča, a local classic with a summit view over the whole region—from the Karavanke across to the Kamnik–Savinja Alps and the Julian Alps. Expect a fun ride back: smooth flowing trails, forest play sections, and a vibe that’s more about joy than hard work. Back at the hotel, time to relax, maybe stretch your legs or just soak up the mountain air.
Meals: Breakfast, dinner
Distance: 31 km (19.2 mi)
Elevation: +1,120 m (3,674 ft) / -1,190 m (3,904 ft)
Accommodation: Trivrh Outdoor Hotel
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Today’s ride leads deep into the Karavanke with a long but gradual forest climb toward a secluded alpine pasture. The higher we go, the more the landscape puts on a show. Riding beneath Mt. Storžič rewards us with spectacular panoramas, with countless opportunities to pause—not because you have to, but because the scenery deserves your attention. After lunch, we earn our fun with a flowing descent, mixing open pastures and forest trails that feel custom-made for mountain bikers. Back at base, it’s time to toast another epic ride together.
Meals: Breakfast, dinner
Distance: 52.4 km (32.5 mi)
Elevation: +1,860 m (6,102 ft) / -1,860 m (6,102 ft)
Accommodation: Trivrh Outdoor Hotel
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We savor one final breakfast together before saying goodbye to fellow riders and the mountains themselves. Your guide will transfer you to Ljubljana Airport or, if you want a longer stay, drop you off in the city of Ljubljana. Reflect on everything you’ve seen—those memories last way beyond the last ride.
Meals: Breakfast
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Included:
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- An experienced, local mountain bike guide with extensive knowledge of the area
- 6-day e-MTB adventure in the Karavanke Mountains (5 days of riding)
- Accommodation for 5 nights at the 3-star Trivrh Outdoor Hotel (double occupancy)
- All breakfasts and dinners as listed in the itinerary
- Shuttle van support for necessary transfers with bike trailer
- Transfer to Ljubljana Airport or Ljubljana city on the final day
- Tourist tax
Add-ons (pricing shown at checkout):
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- Single occupancy room
- Premium e-MTB bike rental and extra battery
- Additional airport transfers if required — leave a note at checkout if interested
Not included:
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- Transportation to Slovenia
- Lunches
- Drinks and alcoholic beverages
- Bikes
- Anything not mentioned in the ‘Included’ section above
- Insurance — recommended, available at checkout
- Guide gratuities — optional
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The Karavanke e-MTB tour is designed for intermediate to advanced riders, and good physical fitness and prior mountain biking experience are required. The most you’ll ride within a day is up to 52.4 km (32.5 mi), with up to 1,880 m (6,167 ft) of elevation gain. Check out daily distances and elevation changes in the itinerary.
To fully enjoy the tour, you should:
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- have been mountain biking for at least two years
- ride approximately twice a week throughout your biking season
- have good bike handling skills on uneven terrain — loose gravel, rocks, roots, and steeper descents
- feel generally comfortable riding forest roads, gravel tracks, and natural singletrack in different conditions
While the support of an e-MTB makes long climbs more enjoyable, this is still an active mountain biking adventure. You’ll need to be able to ride for multiple days in a row at a moderate pace, for 3 to 5 hours of riding per day. If a trail gets too technical, you can always walk a short section, and your guide is there to help you build the skills to ride it next time.
Want to see what else is there in the area? Discover more Slovenia bike tours here!
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Gear:
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- Mountain bike-specific helmet (mandatory)
- Mountain bike shoes for flat pedals
- Bike gloves and glasses
- Knee and elbow pads
- Daypack with rain cover (20L)
- Hydration system (Camelback or similar, 2L recommended)
Clothing:
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- Light wind/rain jacket
- Biking shorts (at least 2 pairs)
- Long- and short-sleeved cycling jerseys/tops
- Long-sleeved base layers
- Socks (at least 4 pairs)
- Hat and gloves
- Comfortable clothes/sandals for after riding
Other:
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- Toiletry bag (including SPF/sunscreen)
- Quick-dry towel
- Swimsuit
- Optional: camera, hand sanitizer, bug spray
Dress comfortably and for the weather in clothes you can move in. Layers are best—avoid jeans.
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Yes! To make your Karavanke Mountains e-MTB adventure as stress free as possible, your guide offers a premium e-bike rental. Full suspension and serviced for maximum enjoyment during the adventure.
The model offered is SOUL bikes, a premium Slovenian-designed e-trail/enduro bike built for powerful and long-range rides and very stable on descents. When renting a bike with your guide, the second battery is also included if you will need it on longer rides.
And, if any mechanical problems arise with your rented bike, our mechanic will take care of the service.
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- Frame & geometry — Lightweight carbon frame with a 65° head angle, Rear travel 150 mm.
- Motor & battery — Bafang M510 (95 Nm) and 840 Wh integrated battery for long-range rides.
- Suspension & wheels — The bikes are equipped with FOX (FOX 36 Performance travel 160/170 forks and FOX Float VOL rear shock) and RockShox (ZEB travel 160/170 & GOLD 35 travel 140 forks and RockShox DeLuxe rear shock), Wheel choices are 27.5/29 and Mullet. Depending on the characteristics of the rider, the bike is selected and adjusted on the first day of arrival.
- Riding character — Modern trail/enduro geometry. The bike is very stable on descents, while still being agile enough for technical climbs.
- Approx. weight: 23 kg, depending on size and setup.
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Group sizes and pricing:
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- For this Karavanke e-MTB tour, the usual client-to-guide ratio is 8:1.
- It takes a minimum of 4 people for this tour to operate. The maximum group size is set at 8 participants.
Karavanke e-MTB tours can be arranged for larger groups. Contact us to make arrangements.
Min. age requirements:
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- If you are older than 18, you’re good to go.
- Minors younger than 18 may be permitted to join the tour on a case-by-case basis, but must be in the presence of a parent or legal guardian.
If your group has participants under the age of 18, contact us prior to booking to make arrangements.
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The price for this Karavanke e-MTB tour 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.
Solo travelers are welcome—they can either share a room with another same-gender solo traveler at no extra cost, or guarantee a private room by paying a single occupancy fee. If a suitable roommate cannot be found, a single supplement will be required.
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The starting point of your the Karavanke Mountains e-MTB adventure is Žirovnica, a small village in Slovenia, just 10 minutes’ drive from world famous Lake Bled or 45 minutes’ drive from capital city Ljubljana. To get there, most people fly into Ljubljana Jože Pučnik Airport (LJU). From there, your guides can arrange an airport transfer to Trivrh Outdoor Hotel in Žirovnica. You will receive further details before departure.
To make the most of your adventure, we encourage you to arrive one day before the tour begins. A relaxed arrival also provides peace of mind, especially if you’re travelling from abroad, ensuring that unexpected flight delays won’t interfere with the start of your journey. Take time to explore the world-famous Lake Bled and adjust into new surroundings. We can help you book the accommodation at the hotel you’ll be staying at during the tour.
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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.
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