Slovenia - Julian Alps Peak Hiking Tour 2021 Self-Guided Tour 8 Days / 7 Nights
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Slovenia - Julian Alps Peak Hiking Tour 2021 Self-Guided Tour 8 days / 7 nights A walking holiday in the heart of the Julian Alps and along its mountain ridges. This is a stunning mountain hike, taking you through breathtaking alpine scenery and its many attractions, including Lakes Bled & Bohinj. Walk highlights: ➢ Among the peaks of the Triglav National Park ➢ Hike to the highest Slovene mountain, Triglav ➢ Stay in alpine mountain huts ➢ Scenic view from your Bled hotel ➢ Visit seven Triglav lakes ➢ Take a refreshing dip in Lake Bohinj OK Cycle & Adventure Tours Inc. - 666 Kirkwood Ave - Suite B102 – Ottawa, Ontario Canada K1Z 5X9 www.okcycletours.com Toll Free 1-888-621-6818 Local 613-702-5350 Itinerary Day to Day Day 1: Arrival in Bled 501 m Bled is a popular town on the shore of a beautiful glacial lake with a combination of natural wonders and unique culture and history. Take a stroll around the lake and visit its unique island church and medieval castle perched high upon a towering precipice. Day 2: Bled – Pokljuka High Plateau 14 km + 710 m – 620 m Starting in the verdant woodlands of the Pokljuka high plateau (1280 m), today's walk leads you over fertile mountain pastures, through dense fir forests up to Lipanska Hut for a typical hikers' lunch. Then it's onwards through the sweeping vistas of the Karavanke range, Pokljuka plateau, Krma valley and Bohinj Mountains to the Pokljuka Biathlon Centre. Day 3: Pokljuka – Planika Hut 12 km + 1170 m – 160 m Today it's into the heart of the Triglav National Park and Julian Alps. The trail slowly ascends to Vodnikov Dom hut, amid the glorious views of Mt. Triglav (Slovenia's highest mountain (2864 m)), and its neighbouring peaks. You will spend the night at Planika hut, right underneath Triglav. Additional nights can be booked here, should you want to climb Mt Triglav (the climb is partly a “via ferrata”, some alpine experience and a helmet are recommended). (Today your main luggage gets collected at Pokljuka hotel and is delivered to your hotel in Bohinj, which you reach on day six). Day 4: Planika Hut – Koča Pri Triglavskih Jezerih 11 km + 300 m - 1000 m You start today with a walk across the Hribarice pass (2358 m). Stop and admire the beauty of one of the Park’s seven lakes, Zeleno Jezero (Green Lake), before continuing on to enjoy a beautiful view into the rest of the Valley of the Triglav Lakes. A further three hour hike brings you to the Koča pri Savici mountain hut on the shore of Double Lake. OK Cycle & Adventure Tours Inc. - 666 Kirkwood Ave - Suite B102 – Ottawa, Ontario Canada K1Z 5X9 www.okcycletours.com Toll Free 1-888-621-6818 Local 613-702-5350 Day 5: Koča Pri Triglavskih Jezerih – Komna Hut 8 km + 230 m - 410 m Walking in a westerly direction you will reach Black Lake - the lowest-lying and warmest of the seven Triglav lakes. It is named for its location in a basin in the middle of the forest, which stretches right to the edge of the Komarča rock face. End your day enjoying a great view of Bohinj Lake at sunset. (mountain hut accommodation). Day 6: Komna Hut - Ribčev Laz / Bohinj Valley 15 km + 60 m - 1050 m After breakfast, a relaxing descend down an old military road brings you to Savica Waterfall, which is one of the most famous and popular waterfalls in Slovenia. An alpine Karst spring flows to the top of the waterfall and then cascades 78 metres and subsequently feeds the mighty Lake Bohinj. Walk along the northern shore of Bohinj Lake will bring you to Ribcev Laz village where you can warm your blood with delicious home-made honey brandy and schnapps in the local bars. In summer months one can enjoy a swim in crystal clear water of Bohinj Lake. Alternatively, one can ascend Mt. Vogel with a cabin cable car. From top (1532 m) you'll be able to enjoy a perfect panoramic view of Julian Alps and area you walked previous days. Day 7: Ribčev Laz / Bohinj Valley – Lake Bled After breakfast you will be transferred back to Lake Bled, where you'll have more time to explore this magical region. The surrounding area offers plenty of excellent hiking opportunities, including a walk to the stunning Vintgar Gorge. There is a 1600 metre long wooden walkway leading along thundering rapids to the Šum waterfall, from which you can hike a trail to the Church of St. Catherine. From here it's about 4 km back to Bled Lake. If you prefer a nice leisurely stroll on your final day, a hike around the lake takes about 1 hour. You can reach the famous island church on the lake by a special boat called “Pletna”, or visit Bled castle and its museum inside. The museum hosts an interesting exhibition on the history of the castle. Your final night will be spent in a nice hotel overlooking the lake. Day 8: Departure from Bled After breakfast your tour ends. OK Cycle & Adventure Tours Inc. - 666 Kirkwood Ave - Suite B102 – Ottawa, Ontario Canada K1Z 5X9 www.okcycletours.com Toll Free 1-888-621-6818 Local 613-702-5350 Route Technical Characteristics: Tour Profile: This is a collection of easy valley floor and forest covered hillside walks. Though in an alpine area, no climbing experience or equipment is necessary. The route passes through the most well-known Slovene alpine towns and villages; more than half of the walks are done within the central area of Slovenia’s only national park. Distance: 60 km Travel Dates: Daily departures from July 10 to September 18, 2021 OK Cycle & Adventure Tours Inc. - 666 Kirkwood Ave - Suite B102 – Ottawa, Ontario Canada K1Z 5X9 www.okcycletours.com Toll Free 1-888-621-6818 Local 613-702-5350 Price per person: Double occupancy B&B €690.00 Single Room (hotels only, not available in mountain huts) €90.00 Extra Night in Planika Hut €45.00 Extra Nights 4* Hotel in Bled Double Occupancy €75.00 Extra Nights 4* Hotel in Bled Single Occupancy €140.00 Extra Nights 3* Hotel in Bohinj Double Occupancy €65.00 Extra Nights 3* Hotel in Bohinj Single Occupancy €80.00 Transfers On request Included: • Accommodation: four nights in 3* or 4* hotels; 3 nights in mountain huts in dormitories, bed & breakfast. Linen in mountain huts included • Car transfers on days 2 and 7 • Luggage transport between hotels (one piece per person, max 20 kg). Every additional piece 10 EUR, payable on spot; between overnight addresses in hotels (during high altitude walks, from day 3 to day 6 clients need to carry own clothing / personal items with them) • Information package including picture and text route description (in English) and corresponding maps. One per booking, every additional set 20 EUR • GPS data • Local tourist and other taxes • Welcome meeting upon arrival • Backup service (hotline) during the walk Not Included: • Entrance fees • Cable car ride to Vogel high plateau • Drinks with dinners and lunches Assisting people in realizing their touring dreams worldwide is our passion. www.okcycletours.com THIS IS A PARTNER TOUR FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT OK Cycle & Adventure Tours Inc. 666 Kirkwood Ave - Suite B102 – Ottawa, Ontario Canada K1Z 5X9 Toll Free 1-888-621-6818 Local 613-702-5350 TICO Ontario Registration No: 50022848 .