Slovenian Alpine Adventure – Fly & Drive
Keys in pocket, hairpin passes ahead: hike, raft, and roam wild peaks with concierge backup, not timetables.
Keys in pocket, mountain air in lungs—this 8-day fly-&-drive is freedom carved in limestone. Hairpin passes, sky-mirrored lakes, and Soča’s turquoise rapids become your playground, while a local concierge maps hidden cafés and canyon swims. Perfect for restless souls who trust steering wheels over timetables and detours.
Estimated Range:
€1,750–€2,450 per person (based on 2 travelers, mid-season)
Final quote available upon request
Customized based on:
- Travel season
- Hotel category (standard, boutique, luxury)
- Type of rental car
- Number of travelers
- 7 nights in selected hotels with breakfast
- Hotel and city taxes
- Rental car with unlimited mileage and full insurance (Days 3–8)
- Guided tours in Ljubljana and Bled
- Entrance tickets: Ljubljana Castle (incl. funicular), Škocjan Caves, Predjama Castle, Bled Castle
- Pletna boat ride to Bled Island
- Rafting on the Soča River
- Private airport transfers (Ljubljana, or other nearby airports by request)
- 24/7 on-call support
- International airfare
- Fuel, tolls, or parking fees
- Meals and drinks not specified
- Optional activities (e.g., zipline, additional excursions)
- Travel insurance and tips
Day 1 – Arrival in Ljubljana
Private transfer from Ljubljana Airport to your hotel. Enjoy free time to stroll through Tivoli Park or along the Ljubljanica River.
Overnight in Ljubljana
Day 2 – Ljubljana
Meet your local guide for a walking tour of Ljubljana: visit the Triple and Dragon Bridges, the Cathedral, Congress Square, the National Library, and Ljubljana Castle (funicular included).
Afternoon suggestion: rent a bike for routes like the Path of Remembrance or visit Metelkova, an urban cultural hub.
Overnight in Ljubljana
Day 3 – Škocjan Caves – Predjama Castle – Soča Valley
Pick up your rental car and drive to the Karst region. Visit Škocjan Caves (UNESCO) with Europe’s largest underground canyon. Stop at Predjama Castle, built into a cliff face. Continue to Bovec in the Soča Valley and relax with alpine views or visit Boka Waterfall.
Overnight in Soča Valley
Day 4 – Soča Valley Adventures
Morning hike options include the Bovec Loop, Kluže Fortress, or Krn Lake.
Afternoon: enjoy rafting on the emerald Soča River — famous for its clear waters and thrilling rapids.
Overnight in Soča Valley
Day 5 – Soča Gorge – Vršič Pass – Kranjska Gora – Bled
Visit Velika Soča Korita Gorge, and optionally swim in the river. Cross Vršič Pass, Slovenia’s highest mountain road, and stop at the Russian Chapel. In Kranjska Gora, visit Peričnik Waterfall or Tamar Valley. Optional zipline at Planica Nordic Center. Continue to Bled.
Overnight in Bled
Day 6 – Bled
Guided tour of Bled Castle with views of the Julian Alps and lake. Take a pletna boat to Bled Island and ring the wishing bell at the Church of the Assumption.
Afternoon: hike to Ojstrica or Mala Osojnica for panoramic views, or cycle around Lake Bled. Don’t miss the famous Bled cream cake at a lakeside café.
Overnight in Bled
Day 7 – Velika Planina – Ljubljana
Visit Velika Planina, a scenic alpine pasture. Ride the funicular or hike to the top. Explore the shepherds’ huts and Chapel of St. Mary of the Snows. Sample trnič cheese and sour milk.
Return to Ljubljana. Optional final dinner or a boat cruise on the Ljubljanica River.
Overnight in Ljubljana
Day 8 – Departure from Ljubljana
Drive to Ljubljana Airport, return the rental car, and depart. If time allows, visit the Central Market for local souvenirs.
End of trip
This is a fly & drive self-guided tour
All experiences can be tailored (e.g., upgraded hotels, more adventure days)
Available year-round, but best in spring to early autumn
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Slovenian Alpine Adventure – Fly & Drive
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