KRANJSKA GORA, 46°29’7.37 N, 13°47’13.59” E slovenia SUMMER 2020 trip overview

Nestled between ’s most ancient forests and spectacular mountain ranges is the stunning Slovenia. The crossroads of the Balkans, this storied central European wonderland is one of the continents best kept secrets. A cultural and natural LEADERSHIP ADVENTURES mecca, Slovenia features emerald waterways, craggy coastline, massive mountains, castles, canyons and caves. Surrounded by Croatia, Hungary, and , and the , you’ll savor the flavors and features of each in Slovenia. Explore rich landscapes, pristine wilderness, tiny towns and floating cities as you hike, climb, raft, kayak and eat your way through the heart of Europe.

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JUNE 26 – JULY 9, 2020 JULY 12 – JULY 25, 2020

TRIP DATES TRIP VCE VENICE, ITALY SUMMER 2020 highlights DOLOMITES

• Spend 5 days hiking hut to hut through the alpine peaks and passes of the rugged Julian in Triglav National Park.

• Navigate the narrow chasms of the Soca River as you raft through its famed overhanging rock walls and emerald green water. LEADERSHIP ADVENTURES • Rappel, jump, slide and scale the water carved canyons of the Soca River valley on a canyoneering and climbing adventure.

• Paddle the turquoise waters of the Adriatic Sea off the Istrian Peninsula.

• Explore the magical canals, culture, architecture and gelato in the floating city of Venice.

“I loved this trip more than anything I have ever done in my life. I experienced some of my highest highs and low lows but this whole experience completely changed my outlook on life as it always does” SUMMER 2018

Hugh Trotter, 14, Atlanta, GA SUMMER 2020 LEADERSHIP ADVENTURES

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You will be picked up at After breakfast, we will set off for a Via After breakfast, head to where we the Venice Airport and Ferrata in the dramatic rock spires of the will gear up for a morning of kayaking. After a drive to Slovenia, where . You’ll be rewarded with a breath- safety briefing and some instruction, we will you will stop in Ljubljana taking panorama of the Špik mountain range. push off for a beautiful descent of this classic for lunch! Then head to This is a perfect oppurtunity to warm up for alpine river. After lunch, we will stretch our the small mountain town your upcoming hikes, and get to know your arms and legs with different climbing routes of Kranjska Gora where group as you work together to navigate this along the shores of the lake. There are routes you will meet your guides mystical terrain. for every level and the opportunity to cool off and gear up for your in the alpine lake before dinner. Slovenian adventures. day by day SUMMER 2020 *Trip Itinerary and activities subject to variation LEADERSHIP ADVENTURES

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For the next four days, you will After the last four days, you After a canyoning warm up explore the Julian Alps and Triglav will have certainly earned a big yesterday, we will prepare for a full National Park on foot! Starting from breakfast this morning, but dont day exploring the narrow passages Bohinj, traverse mountain passes overdo it - We have a day filled with and aquatic arena of the Slovenian and alpine valleys. Take it all in adrenaline fueled rafting down the underworld. Thunderous waterfalls as you swim in alpine lakes, graze famous Soca River! await our arrival where we will with the cows in green meadows, Later, we will suit up for another rappell, swim, and scramble our way scramble up craggy peaks, and drink definite highlight. From the take through the refreshing maze. This is from fresh mountain streams. The out, we will swim in crystal clear something unlikely to be repeated hike will not always be easy, but you pools, slide down narrow waterfalls, anywhere in the world! are guaranteed incredible views and and desend into the world of in the afternoon, wind down with a day by day an unforgettable experience! Slovenian Canyoning. You will sleep thrilling zipline above the trees for well tonight! a different perspective. SUMMER 2020 LEADERSHIP ADVENTURES

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After breakfast, depart towards Sea kayaking! Navigate your kayaks Cross the Adriatic by boat and the town of Skocjan where you along the protected oastline of head to the magical city of Venice, will explore a fascinating network Croatia’s Istrian peninsula. Along Italy. A few hours by ferry and of tunnels and caves. The our journey, we will explore hidden you will be exploring the canals, River winding through the coves, cliffs for jumping, and caves hitching Goldola rides, and trying landscape has carved out one of for snorkeling, Kick back on the the numerous varieties of gelato on the largest underground canyons coast and enjoy the company! offer. Pizza? You bet - Tonight will in Europe for us to explore. be a special one as you close out Once above ground, continue on the trip of a lifetime! to the coast of Croatia to explore On the last morning, we will head to the Adriatic. the airport to await our departure day by day flight as a group. On to the next adventure! SUMMER 2020 LEADERSHIP ADVENTURES

WHAT’S INCLUDED WHAT’S NOT INCLUDED

COST $5495 • Two dynamic trip leaders • Airfare to and from Venice, Italy (VCE) LENGTH 14 Days • Professionally outfitted activities • Baggage fees

CURRENT GRADES 10th - 11th • Backpacking • Personal clothing + equipment (full clothing + • Rock Climbing equipment list provided upon acceptance) CHALLENGE LEVEL Challenging • Rafting 1) Hiking boots BEGINS/ENDS Venice, Italy (VCE) • Sea Kayaking 2) 38 - 45 L backpack Group Flight Meets In Atlanta (ATL) • Lodging 3) Rain jacket with hood GROUP SIZE 12-13 Students 4) Passport • Camp sites • Personal spending money (we recommend AVERAGE AIRFARE FROM EAST COAST $1600 • Hostels trip details $150) • Mountain Huts • Trip insurance (highly recommended) • Transportation EXPECTED WEATHER CONDITIONS • Private ground transportation throughout trip AVERAGE HIGHS 85 • All Meals ˚ • Park entrance fees • Photos taken during your trip AVERAGE LOWS

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