The Lakes & Julian Alps

Day 1  Kranjska Gora    
Arrive in Kranjska Gora at any time.      

Days 2-3  Kranjska Gora  
There is a choice of three walks for the next two days in Kranjska Gora. Take the circular walk through the Sava Dolinka Valley, which is framed by splendid mountains. Follow tranquil paths by the river, before taking a gentle track back into town. This second route follows an easy-going forest track south to reach the mountain hut of Koca v Krnici, where you can pause to take in the awe-inspiring scenery of the spectacular range of mountains. The third option starts with a taxi ride (pay locally) over the border to Italy's Lago di Fusine. The route criss-crosses the Upper Sava valley framed by splendid mountains close to the tri-border with Italy and Austria and returns to Kranjska Gora via small rural villages.    

Day 4  Kranjska Gora to Ribcev Laz    
The day starts with a transfer to a high-altitude location in the mountains known as Rudno Polje, which is also a popular spot used by hikers and climbers to make the epic ascent of Mount Triglav. From here, you cross high, panoramic meadows before descending through woodland to the lower Bohinj Valley. Wandering through rustic villages surrounded by beautiful rolling countryside, you then continue along the shore of beautiful Lake Bohinj, the mightiest peaks of the Julian Alps mirrored in the calm waters.    

Day 5  Ribcev Laz    
Choose from two scenic route in Ribcev Laz. The shorter of the two options leads you to the dramatic nearby waterfall of Slap Savica, one of Slovenia’s famous sights, with a 60-metre drop. There is also a longer route to the Mostnica Gorge, known for its erosion potholes, a natural bridge and numerous waterfalls.

Day 6  Ribcev Laz to Lake Bled    
Today's walk starts with a transfer, after which you criss-cross the River Sava Bohinjka, passing through woodland and farmland (across which are scattered numerous handsome farmhouses), to the Ribno Plateau, where you are greeted by a sweeping panorama of Lake Bled and the surrounding mountains. Descend from here via the picturesque village of Milno to your hotel.    

Days 7-8  Lake Bled    
For your final day take the long but scenic walk to the Vintgar Gorge, which takes you along the shores of scenic Lake Bled initially then on a gentle country trail and through villages to the gorge. Ascend a wooded trail to another excellent viewpoint before descending through a string of small villages and visiting panoramic Bled Castle. Another option for your day here is to wander across the surrounding countryside to reach the delightful town of Radovljica for a spot of lunch and sightseeing. Alternatively, spend your last day relaxing by the lake and enjoying the memorable setting, perhaps hiring a boat to row across the lake to ring the ‘wishing bell’ on the island! Your tour comes to an end on day 8, depart at any time.