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They say getting to know the country without knowing its food and ways of life is not complete. Your guides know this, so they put together a 8-day hiking tour of Slovenia with daily tastings of the country’s cuisine. You’ll explore the varied landscapes of the Julian Alps, from rocky peaks and lush alpine meadows to crystal clear lakes and hidden waterfalls. Whether you’re sleeping in a farmhouse or a mountain hut, you’ll feel in sync with nature and get to know the traditional way of life. If you want a feast for the eyes and the stomach, venturing to Slovenia is your best bet!
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Arrive to Ljubljana and check into your room. Use the day to explore the city: walk along the river banks, discover bridges, explore the historical city center, or visit the colorful marketplace. See the Ljubljana Castle and admire the city from the Outlook Tower. In the evening, you’ll have a welcome dinner with traditional Slovenian food.
Meals: Dinner
Accommodation: Hotel in Ljubljana
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First stop of the trip is Lake Bled, a picture-perfect lake with a small island in the middle of it with a church and a castle. A good start to hiking will be traversing the spectacular Bled Vintgar Gorge, a narrow canyon with an emerald river coursing through. Don’t miss out on the Bled custard-cream cake, the local specialty. Continue on to the glacial Lake Bohinj in a peaceful alpine valley, located in the heart of the Triglav National Park.
Meals: Breakfast and dinner
Distance: 2.5 miles (4km)
Hiking: 2.5 hours
Elevation gain: 692 ft (211m)
Accommodation: Hotel in Pokljuka or Bohinj
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After a hearty breakfast, you’ll start your 3-day hut-to-hut hiking adventure in the heart of Triglav National Park. Walk past shepherds’ cottages and pass through lush meadows of the charming alpine pastures. Continue on rocky terrain to mountain ridges that offer some of the best views of Slovenian Alps. Spend the night in a quaint mountain hut encircled by surrounding peaks.
Meals: Breakfast and dinner
Distance: 5 miles (8km)
Hiking: 5 hours
Elevation gain: 3,609 ft (1,100m)
Accommodation: Mountain hut
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Go into the Valley of the Seven Triglav Lakes—traverse along the mountain trail, connecting 7 lakes in a verdant, high-altitude alpine valley. Touring Triglav will help you see why it’s also called the Kingdom of the Golden Horn, a source of pride for all Slovenians. Spend the night in a cozy mountain hut, just next to one of the lakes.
Meals: Breakfast and dinner
Distance: 4.6 miles (7.5km)
Hiking: 6 hours
Elevation: +778 ft (237m), -2,306 ft (703m)
Accommodation: Mountain hut
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Leave the rocky terrain and highest peaks behind and enter the land of alpine pastures. On the walk back, you’ll enjoy incredible views of the Bohinj area. Stop at one of the typical shepherd huts you’ll walk past, and taste traditional Slovenian delights. Continue on to Lake Jasna, a turquoise lake surrounded by jaggy peaks, where you’ll have time to take a dip. End the day with a tasty Slovenian dinner.
Meals: Breakfast and dinner
Distance: 4 miles (6.6km)
Hiking: 5 hours
Elevation loss: 1,765 ft (538m)
Accommodation: Hotel in Kranjska Gora
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The scenic mountain road will take you to Vršič Pass at 5,331 ft (1,625m), from where you’ll hike through rocky terrain to Sleme Peak. After lunch at a mountain hut, continue driving into the unspoilt Soča River Valley and explore the historical Kobarid town. The evening is reserved for a gastronomic experience—relish the slow food dinner prepared by Ana Ros, World’s Best Female Chef for 2017, at her restaurant Hiša Franko with two Michelin stars, one of The World’s 50 Best Restaurants for 2021.
Meals: Breakfast and dinner
Distance: 4 miles (6km)
Hiking: 3 hours
Elevation gain: 1,148 ft (350m)
Accommodation: Hotel or farmhouse (Kobarid)
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Follow the path near the Soča River and reach the hidden Kozjak Waterfalls and its pool. Visit the WW1 Museum in the area and learn about its history. Continue 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. You’ll have time to swim in the pool or relax with a glass of wine. Your farewell dinner will be served in a family-run farm—each dish will be accompanied by a selection of your host’s wine and a stunning view of Goriška Brda.
Meals: Breakfast and dinner
Distance: 2 miles (3.5km)
Hiking: 2 hours
Accommodation: Farmhouse in Goriška Brda
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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
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Included:
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- An experienced, local hiking guide with extensive knowledge of the area
- 8-day food & wine hiking tour of Slovenia
- Accommodation for 7 nights in 4 or 4-star hotels and tourist farms (double occupancy)
- Transportation throughout Slovenia during the trip
- Most meals, as listed in the itinerary
- A cooking class with locals
- 3 wine tastings in Goriška Brda
- All entrance fees
- Transfer to Ljubljana Airport or a downtown hotel on Day 8
Add-ons (available to add at checkout)
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- Single occupancy room
Not included:
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- Transportation to Slovenia
- Drinks and alcoholic beverages
- Personal expenses
- Insurance — recommended, available to add at checkout
- Guide gratuities — optional
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This food and wine hiking tour in Slovenia is beginner-friendly! Though it requires no hiking experience, make sure you’re physically prepared to cover daily distances. You’ll be hiking around 10 km (6 mi) per day, with up to 340 m (1,115 ft) of elevation gain. Check out the itinerary for day-by-day distances and elevation changes.
This adventure is all about taking it easy, stopping to admire the views, and enjoying Slovenia’s superb food and wine.
Want to see what else is there in the area? Discover more active adventures in Slovenia here!
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Here’s a list of the equipment you need to bring:
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- Day pack large enough to carry all the items you might need throughout the day (around a 25-40L bag)
- Backpack for the three-day hut-to-hut portion of the trip
- Hiking poles — optional
- Water bottle or hydration bladder (2L capacity)
- Lightweight hiking boots or shoes
- Spare clothes for layering
- Waterproof rain jacket
- Sunhat
- Toiletries (sunscreen, hand sanitizer, bug spray, toilet paper, etc.)
- Headlamp or flashlight
- 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. Layers are best and don’t wear jeans.
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Group sizes and pricing
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- For this food & wine hiking tour in Slovenia, 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.
Food & wine hiking tours in Slovenia 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 food & wine hiking tour in Slovenia 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 food & wine hiking tour in Slovenia 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.
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To get to Ljubljana, most people fly into Ljubljana Airport (LJU), a 30-minute drive from the city. From there, you can take a shuttle service into town.
On the first day, check-in is available after 12 p.m., with a welcome meeting and introduction to your guide and fellow travelers scheduled for 6 p.m. During this briefing, your guide will review the itinerary and adjust plans as needed based on weather and group ability. On the final day, our return transfer from Goriška Brda to Ljubljana is expected to arrive between 12 p.m. and 1 p.m.
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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.
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.
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