Itinerary

Day 1:
Arrival Lake Bled.

Bled is a world famous town on the shore of a glacial lake. The combination of natural wonders and unique culture and history attracts many visitors. The castle, dating back to 1111, the little island with a chapel and the "pletna" rowing boats are some of the many attractions. Start your holiday with a taste of the local speciality – the cream cake. Overnight in a 4* hotel with lake view

Day 2:
Bled to Ribcev Laz, 19 miles (20km + possible side trip 10km).

You start today with a transfer to the Pokljuka high plateau. From here you descend to Bohinj valley, a place of unique beauty of nature and tiny villages in an Alpine valley. It is very enjoyable to wander through the village streets of Ribcev Laz. Overnight in a 4* Hotel

Day 3:
Ribcev Laz to Škofja Loka, 36 miles (57km).

The riding today starts on the flat, and then there is a slow climb up to Jelovica High plateau. On the way to Sorica you ride through a deep forest. If time allows, take a swim in the new pool complex in Bohinjska Bistrica. Sorica is a picturesque little village, set in the heart of hills, birthplace of a famous Slovene impressionist painter Ivan Grohar (1867-1911). The old centre of Škofja Loka is well worth a stroll around. Overnight in a small 3* hotel

Day 4:
Škofja Loka to Preddvor, 21 miles (33km).

Today starts with a long downhill ride followed by a flat crossing Sora field. On the way you will pass through Železniki village with its remains of old high furnaces. You may like to try the local trout in a village inn on the way. Overnight in a 3* country Inn

Day 5:
Preddvor to Begunje, 26 miles (42km).

Today is mostly flat with a few small hills.This route will take you along the edge of the Kamnik-Savinja Alps to Radovljica with its beautifully preserved old town and an interesting beekeeping museum. It will also take you through the fascinating little village of Kropa where you will find the iron forging museum dedicated to the history of the town’s blacksmith trade. We suggest lunch in small restaurant near the castle in Radovljica.

Day 6:
Radovljica to Kranjska Gora, 28 miles (44km).

An easy, very slow climb (300m/1000ft) today. This route will take you along the edge of the Kamnik-Savinja Alps to the historic village of Begunje. It was in this small settlement where one of Slovenia’s darkest moments took place. Visit the Museum of Hostages and learn how thousands of men, women and children were beaten and executed during the German occupation in WW2. On a lighter note, Begunje is also the hometown of the famous Slavko Avsenik / Oberkrainer band. As the sun illuminates the mountains your route will take you on cycling path that goes between the ranges of the Julian Alps and the Karawanke Mountains to Kranjska Gora, a popular alpine town famous. Along the way you can take a short side trip to the lookout point for Spik Mountain, regarded as the one of Slovenia’s toughest peaks to climb. Accommodation in 3* hotel.

Day 7:
Kranjska Gora to Bled, 25 miles (40km).

Cycling downhill through the Radovna valley to the foot of Mount Triglav there is some stunning mountain scenery on the end of the Krma valley. You may be able to take lunch in a mountain hut. The valley is a peaceful area of deep woods, touching monuments from WW2 and old farmhouses; one has been transferred into a museum, which was visited by Prince Charles. Overnight in a 4* hotel

Day 8:
Depart from Bled

Time to make your way home or extend your holiday in Bled.