Hiking
Slovenia
Experience some of Slovenia's most famous and spectacular hiking trails!
This tour includes highlights such as the Via Alpina Trail, Slovenian Mountain Trail, Alpe Adria Trail, Soca Trail and Juliana Trail – trails that offer unforgettable nature experiences.
You start with three days in Triglav National Park, Slovenia's only national park. Here, you will hike through wild nature with sharp mountain peaks and pristine valleys. The journey then continues south towards the Adriatic Sea, with iconic stops at Lake Bled, the famous mountain pass Vrsic, and the crystal-clear waters of Bohinj. You also get to walk in the beautiful Soca Valley and the charming wine region Goriska Brda.
Along the way, you will enjoy local food and wine, and spend the night in both authentic mountain huts (2 nights) and comfortable hotels with a high standard (5 nights).
Whether you are an experienced hiker or new to hiking in the Alps, we are sure this tour could become a new favorite!
The Julian Alps
The Julian Alps, also known as the Slovenian Alps, are a spectacular mountain range stretching from northeastern Italy to Slovenia and are part of the Alps. The highest peak, Triglav, towers at 2,864 meters above sea level and is a symbol of Slovenia.
The mountain range, named after Julius Caesar, is part of the Southern Limestone Alps. Large parts of the mountain range lie within Triglav National Park, Slovenia's only national park and a popular destination for mountain enthusiasts.
On this hike, you will walk along some of the most spectacular trails in Slovenia, including Via Alpina Trail, Slovenian Mountain Trail, Alpe Adria Trail, Soca Trail, and Juliana Trail.
With an experienced, English-speaking local guide, you will explore everything from high alpine landscapes with magnificent views to lush surroundings at Lake Bled and Bohinj. The hike is technically easy, with daily stages of 8–12 km and altitude differences between 100 and 1000 meters.
The first night you will stay at a hotel in Ljubljana. The next 2 nights will be spent in mountain huts with a simple dinner service, beer and wine, shared toilet and shower facilities, and bedrooms with 4–12 beds. The last 4 nights you will stay in comfortable hotels of a good standard.
Most days (except days 2 and 3) you will be driven by minibus (max 8 seats) to the starting point of the day's hikes. A maximum of 8 participants per guide ensures close follow-up.
The trip starts in Ljubljana, where you spend the first night. The guide meets you at the hotel before you are transported by minibus (8 seats) to the national park. The stages take place in both alpine landscapes and lush lowland areas, with daily stages of 8–12 km and between 100 and 1000 meters of elevation gain. Optional summit hikes are offered along the way.
SAS has good connections to Ljubljana via Warsaw, for example. Lufthansa and KLM are also alternatives. There is also the option to fly directly with Norwegian to Venice, from where we can help you book transport to Ljubljana (approx. 2.5 hours). The price for transport is from NOK 550 per person, which you can book by email to info@expa.no. For more information, please see the daily program.
On this hike, you will walk along some of the most spectacular trails in Slovenia, including Via Alpina Trail, Slovenian Mountain Trail, Alpe Adria Trail, Soca Trail, and Juliana Trail.
With an experienced, English-speaking local guide, you will explore everything from high alpine landscapes with magnificent views to lush surroundings at Lake Bled and Bohinj. The hike is technically easy, with daily stages of 8–12 km and altitude differences between 100 and 1000 meters.
The first night you will stay at a hotel in Ljubljana. The next 2 nights will be spent in mountain huts with a simple dinner service, beer and wine, shared toilet and shower facilities, and bedrooms with 4–12 beds. The last 4 nights you will stay in comfortable hotels of a good standard.
Most days (except days 2 and 3) you will be driven by minibus (max 8 seats) to the starting point of the day's hikes. A maximum of 8 participants per guide ensures close follow-up.
The trip starts in Ljubljana, where you spend the first night. The guide meets you at the hotel before you are transported by minibus (8 seats) to the national park. The stages take place in both alpine landscapes and lush lowland areas, with daily stages of 8–12 km and between 100 and 1000 meters of elevation gain. Optional summit hikes are offered along the way.
SAS has good connections to Ljubljana via Warsaw, for example. Lufthansa and KLM are also alternatives. There is also the option to fly directly with Norwegian to Venice, from where we can help you book transport to Ljubljana (approx. 2.5 hours). The price for transport is from NOK 550 per person, which you can book by email to info@expa.no. For more information, please see the daily program.
The views of the high, surrounding mountain peaks in Slovenia & Italy
The charming Lake Bled
The lunch breaks in beautiful nature
The cozy mountain huts
The swim in the crystal-clear water of Lake Bohinj
The Goriska Brda wine region
The professional, local mountain guides
The daily program is preliminary, changes may occur. Expa Travel reserves the right to make changes in the event of any typing errors / currency changes.
The daily program is preliminary, changes may occur. Expa Travel reserves the right to make changes in the event of any typing errors / currency changes.
Arrival in the late afternoon/evening in Ljubljana. A local tour guide meets you at the hotel in Ljubljana.
Gathering at the hotel to get to know the other participants – from all over the world. The guide goes through the week's program. Afterwards, you are given the opportunity to explore the old town on your own. Vibrant public life, outdoor cafes, and green parks.
Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner on your own (not included).
After breakfast, you pack your luggage in the minibus, and together with the guide, you head towards the Julian Alps (approx. 1 hour transfer). A hike off the beaten track, along forest paths and mountain trails, always with Slovenia's highest mountain, Mount Triglav, in sight. Beautiful, wild, steep peaks everywhere you turn.
The hike goes through lovely alpine pastures along the hills near Lake Bohinj. Perhaps you stop to taste some of the local cheeses sold at the farms you pass. Eventually, the ascent towards some of the spectacular mountain peaks begins. Even if you have hiked in the Alps before, we think this view will surprise you!
Few people hike in this part of Triglav National Park (Slovenia's only national park).
When the mountain hut appears on the mountainside, you also see the peak of Mount Triglav (2864 m above sea level). Should you wish (and have enough strength left), you can continue the hike for an extra hour and enjoy the sunset from the top – magical view!
Accommodation: Mountain hut with shared rooms (4-12 beds) and shared bathroom.
Total driving time: 1 hour.
An exciting and challenging day in the heart of the Julian Alps.
After breakfast, the hike starts on a path that takes you through a pine forest. From here, the terrain immediately becomes a bit rockier.
Eventually, you arrive at a fantastic mountain pass, where you take a break to enjoy the best view of the entire trip (over Mount Triglav). Here you have the chance to climb a fantastic peak (1 hour extra and 250 m elevation gain), from where you look over to both the Italian and Austrian Alps.
You buy and eat lunch along the way at one of the mountain huts you pass on the road (not included).
On the way down again, you walk on the Via Alpina trail, which leads you through the valley of the Seven Triglav Lakes. You might see marmots relaxing on the sunny side of the rocks. And if you don't spot them, you will definitely hear them…
Expect to arrive at the mountain hut by the Triglav Lakes in the late afternoon. A long but very spectacular day!
Accommodation: Mountain hut in shared rooms (4-12 beds) and shared bathroom/toilet.
After breakfast, you leave the highest and most extensive mountain range in Slovenia behind you for a while. Today you take the path through a limestone area surrounded by sinkholes, and further through both green forests and alpine pastures.
There will be a stop for lunch with locally produced ingredients.
You are transported by minibus for the final stretch to the hotel.
The 3-day long hike concludes with an unforgettable swim in the crystal-clear waters of Lake Bohinj, Slovenia's largest lake. After checking in, you will likely still have some time to explore Lake Bohinj on your own.
Dinner on your own (not included).
From this day and for the rest of the week, you will be transported by minibus to the starting point of the day's hike.
The first stop will be at Lake Bled. Perhaps even more beautiful in reality than in pictures.
You walk up to a viewpoint that offers a fantastic overview of the lake, the church, and the castle on the island. All the while with the beautiful Karawanks Alps in the background.
Back at Lake Bled, you have the opportunity for a quick swim before being transported further towards the famous Vrsic mountain pass.
The road up to the mountain pass, built by Russian prisoners during World War I, is a perfect starting point for today's hike.
If you thought Slovenia couldn't be more beautiful – wait until you descend to the other side of the mountain pass, into the Soca Valley. Here you will find the greatest biodiversity in the country, with emerald green water, dense forests, and the largest selection of outdoor experiences in Slovenia.
The cheerful small town of Bovec is the center, as well as the country's outdoor adventure capital. And this is your place of stay for the next two nights.
Today's lunch is in a cozy mountain hut (included).
Dinner on your own (not included).
Total driving time: 2 hours.
Today you will be transported up to the high-lying Pokljuka plateau, where today's hike begins. On a trail in a lush landscape. Traditional farms and pastures give the trip an authentic touch. You walk at your own pace, of course, taking time to enjoy the surroundings.
Eventually, the view opens up towards the Bohinj Valley. Framed by mountains, and where you can glimpse the lake in the distance.
On the way down, the route goes through the historic village of Studor, known for its traditional farmyards and living cultural history. Here you get a glimpse of Slovenian rural life before continuing along the path towards today's goal: Bohinj.
The hike concludes at Lake Bohinj, beautifully situated in the heart of Triglav National Park. The contrast between high mountains, cultural landscapes, and the mirror-like lake makes this a varied and very atmospheric day on foot.
Lunch and dinner on your own (not included).
On the last day in Slovenia, you enjoy the quiet and nature-close atmosphere around Lake Bohinj, beautifully surrounded by the Julian Alps. The crystal-clear water invites a refreshing swim, and the area offers local flavors – not least fresh Bohinj trout, known for its clean and delicate quality.
At the western end of the lake, the hike goes to the iconic Savica Waterfall, where the water plunges dramatically into an emerald-green gorge – the source of both the lake and the river Sava Bohinjka.
We also recommend taking the cable car up to Mount Vogel (1532 m above sea level). Panoramic view towards, among others, Mount Triglav (2864 m above sea level) – Slovenia's national mountain.
You can round off the evening at one of the many cozy pubs.
Lunch and dinner on your own (not included).
Departure after breakfast – or extend your stay with rafting, kayaking, ziplining, cycling, or extra mountain hikes (not included).
The program is preliminary, changes may occur. Expa Travel reserves the right to make adjustments in the event of currency changes or typos.
Arrival in the late afternoon/evening in Ljubljana. A local tour guide meets you at the hotel in Ljubljana.
Gathering at the hotel to get to know the other participants – from all over the world. The guide goes through the week's program. Afterwards, you are given the opportunity to explore the old town on your own. Vibrant public life, outdoor cafes, and green parks.
Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner on your own (not included).
After breakfast, you pack your luggage in the minibus, and together with the guide, you head towards the Julian Alps (approx. 1 hour transfer). A hike off the beaten track, along forest paths and mountain trails, always with Slovenia's highest mountain, Mount Triglav, in sight. Beautiful, wild, steep peaks everywhere you turn.
The hike goes through lovely alpine pastures along the hills near Lake Bohinj. Perhaps you stop to taste some of the local cheeses sold at the farms you pass. Eventually, the ascent towards some of the spectacular mountain peaks begins. Even if you have hiked in the Alps before, we think this view will surprise you!
Few people hike in this part of Triglav National Park (Slovenia's only national park).
When the mountain hut appears on the mountainside, you also see the peak of Mount Triglav (2864 m above sea level). Should you wish (and have enough strength left), you can continue the hike for an extra hour and enjoy the sunset from the top – magical view!
Accommodation: Mountain hut with shared rooms (4-12 beds) and shared bathroom.
Total driving time: 1 hour.
An exciting and challenging day in the heart of the Julian Alps.
After breakfast, the hike starts on a path that takes you through a pine forest. From here, the terrain immediately becomes a bit rockier.
Eventually, you arrive at a fantastic mountain pass, where you take a break to enjoy the best view of the entire trip (over Mount Triglav). Here you have the chance to climb a fantastic peak (1 hour extra and 250 m elevation gain), from where you look over to both the Italian and Austrian Alps.
You buy and eat lunch along the way at one of the mountain huts you pass on the road (not included).
On the way down again, you walk on the Via Alpina trail, which leads you through the valley of the Seven Triglav Lakes. You might see marmots relaxing on the sunny side of the rocks. And if you don't spot them, you will definitely hear them…
Expect to arrive at the mountain hut by the Triglav Lakes in the late afternoon. A long but very spectacular day!
Accommodation: Mountain hut in shared rooms (4-12 beds) and shared bathroom/toilet.
After breakfast, you leave the highest and most extensive mountain range in Slovenia behind you for a while. Today you take the path through a limestone area surrounded by sinkholes, and further through both green forests and alpine pastures.
There will be a stop for lunch with locally produced ingredients.
You are transported by minibus for the final stretch to the hotel.
The 3-day long hike concludes with an unforgettable swim in the crystal-clear waters of Lake Bohinj, Slovenia's largest lake. After checking in, you will likely still have some time to explore Lake Bohinj on your own.
Dinner on your own (not included).
From this day and for the rest of the week, you will be transported by minibus to the starting point of the day's hike.
The first stop will be at Lake Bled. Perhaps even more beautiful in reality than in pictures.
You walk up to a viewpoint that offers a fantastic overview of the lake, the church, and the castle on the island. All the while with the beautiful Karawanks Alps in the background.
Back at Lake Bled, you have the opportunity for a quick swim before being transported further towards the famous Vrsic mountain pass.
The road up to the mountain pass, built by Russian prisoners during World War I, is a perfect starting point for today's hike.
If you thought Slovenia couldn't be more beautiful – wait until you descend to the other side of the mountain pass, into the Soca Valley. Here you will find the greatest biodiversity in the country, with emerald green water, dense forests, and the largest selection of outdoor experiences in Slovenia.
The cheerful small town of Bovec is the center, as well as the country's outdoor adventure capital. And this is your place of stay for the next two nights.
Today's lunch is in a cozy mountain hut (included).
Dinner on your own (not included).
Total driving time: 2 hours.
Today you will be transported up to the high-lying Pokljuka plateau, where today's hike begins. On a trail in a lush landscape. Traditional farms and pastures give the trip an authentic touch. You walk at your own pace, of course, taking time to enjoy the surroundings.
Eventually, the view opens up towards the Bohinj Valley. Framed by mountains, and where you can glimpse the lake in the distance.
On the way down, the route goes through the historic village of Studor, known for its traditional farmyards and living cultural history. Here you get a glimpse of Slovenian rural life before continuing along the path towards today's goal: Bohinj.
The hike concludes at Lake Bohinj, beautifully situated in the heart of Triglav National Park. The contrast between high mountains, cultural landscapes, and the mirror-like lake makes this a varied and very atmospheric day on foot.
Lunch and dinner on your own (not included).
On the last day in Slovenia, you enjoy the quiet and nature-close atmosphere around Lake Bohinj, beautifully surrounded by the Julian Alps. The crystal-clear water invites a refreshing swim, and the area offers local flavors – not least fresh Bohinj trout, known for its clean and delicate quality.
At the western end of the lake, the hike goes to the iconic Savica Waterfall, where the water plunges dramatically into an emerald-green gorge – the source of both the lake and the river Sava Bohinjka.
We also recommend taking the cable car up to Mount Vogel (1532 m above sea level). Panoramic view towards, among others, Mount Triglav (2864 m above sea level) – Slovenia's national mountain.
You can round off the evening at one of the many cozy pubs.
Lunch and dinner on your own (not included).
Departure after breakfast – or extend your stay with rafting, kayaking, ziplining, cycling, or extra mountain hikes (not included).
The program is preliminary, changes may occur. Expa Travel reserves the right to make adjustments in the event of currency changes or typos.
Arrival in the late afternoon/evening in Ljubljana. A local tour guide meets you at the hotel in Ljubljana.
Gathering at the hotel to get to know the other participants – from all over the world. The guide goes through the week's program. Afterwards, you are given the opportunity to explore the old town on your own. Vibrant public life, outdoor cafes, and green parks.
Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner on your own (not included).
After breakfast, you pack your luggage in the minibus, and together with the guide, you head towards the Julian Alps (approx. 1 hour transfer). A hike off the beaten track, along forest paths and mountain trails, always with Slovenia's highest mountain, Mount Triglav, in sight. Beautiful, wild, steep peaks everywhere you turn.
The hike goes through lovely alpine pastures along the hills near Lake Bohinj. Perhaps you stop to taste some of the local cheeses sold at the farms you pass. Eventually, the ascent towards some of the spectacular mountain peaks begins. Even if you have hiked in the Alps before, we think this view will surprise you!
Few people hike in this part of Triglav National Park (Slovenia's only national park).
When the mountain hut appears on the mountainside, you also see the peak of Mount Triglav (2864 m above sea level). Should you wish (and have enough strength left), you can continue the hike for an extra hour and enjoy the sunset from the top – magical view!
Accommodation: Mountain hut with shared rooms (4-12 beds) and shared bathroom.
Total driving time: 1 hour.
An exciting and challenging day in the heart of the Julian Alps.
After breakfast, the hike starts on a path that takes you through a pine forest. From here, the terrain immediately becomes a bit rockier.
Eventually, you arrive at a fantastic mountain pass, where you take a break to enjoy the best view of the entire trip (over Mount Triglav). Here you have the chance to climb a fantastic peak (1 hour extra and 250 m elevation gain), from where you look over to both the Italian and Austrian Alps.
You buy and eat lunch along the way at one of the mountain huts you pass on the road (not included).
On the way down again, you walk on the Via Alpina trail, which leads you through the valley of the Seven Triglav Lakes. You might see marmots relaxing on the sunny side of the rocks. And if you don't spot them, you will definitely hear them…
Expect to arrive at the mountain hut by the Triglav Lakes in the late afternoon. A long but very spectacular day!
Accommodation: Mountain hut in shared rooms (4-12 beds) and shared bathroom/toilet.
After breakfast, you leave the highest and most extensive mountain range in Slovenia behind you for a while. Today you take the path through a limestone area surrounded by sinkholes, and further through both green forests and alpine pastures.
There will be a stop for lunch with locally produced ingredients.
You are transported by minibus for the final stretch to the hotel.
The 3-day long hike concludes with an unforgettable swim in the crystal-clear waters of Lake Bohinj, Slovenia's largest lake. After checking in, you will likely still have some time to explore Lake Bohinj on your own.
Dinner on your own (not included).
From this day and for the rest of the week, you will be transported by minibus to the starting point of the day's hike.
The first stop will be at Lake Bled. Perhaps even more beautiful in reality than in pictures.
You walk up to a viewpoint that offers a fantastic overview of the lake, the church, and the castle on the island. All the while with the beautiful Karawanks Alps in the background.
Back at Lake Bled, you have the opportunity for a quick swim before being transported further towards the famous Vrsic mountain pass.
The road up to the mountain pass, built by Russian prisoners during World War I, is a perfect starting point for today's hike.
If you thought Slovenia couldn't be more beautiful – wait until you descend to the other side of the mountain pass, into the Soca Valley. Here you will find the greatest biodiversity in the country, with emerald green water, dense forests, and the largest selection of outdoor experiences in Slovenia.
The cheerful small town of Bovec is the center, as well as the country's outdoor adventure capital. And this is your place of stay for the next two nights.
Today's lunch is in a cozy mountain hut (included).
Dinner on your own (not included).
Total driving time: 2 hours.
Today you will be transported up to the high-lying Pokljuka plateau, where today's hike begins. On a trail in a lush landscape. Traditional farms and pastures give the trip an authentic touch. You walk at your own pace, of course, taking time to enjoy the surroundings.
Eventually, the view opens up towards the Bohinj Valley. Framed by mountains, and where you can glimpse the lake in the distance.
On the way down, the route goes through the historic village of Studor, known for its traditional farmyards and living cultural history. Here you get a glimpse of Slovenian rural life before continuing along the path towards today's goal: Bohinj.
The hike concludes at Lake Bohinj, beautifully situated in the heart of Triglav National Park. The contrast between high mountains, cultural landscapes, and the mirror-like lake makes this a varied and very atmospheric day on foot.
Lunch and dinner on your own (not included).
On the last day in Slovenia, you enjoy the quiet and nature-close atmosphere around Lake Bohinj, beautifully surrounded by the Julian Alps. The crystal-clear water invites a refreshing swim, and the area offers local flavors – not least fresh Bohinj trout, known for its clean and delicate quality.
At the western end of the lake, the hike goes to the iconic Savica Waterfall, where the water plunges dramatically into an emerald-green gorge – the source of both the lake and the river Sava Bohinjka.
We also recommend taking the cable car up to Mount Vogel (1532 m above sea level). Panoramic view towards, among others, Mount Triglav (2864 m above sea level) – Slovenia's national mountain.
You can round off the evening at one of the many cozy pubs.
Lunch and dinner on your own (not included).
Departure after breakfast – or extend your stay with rafting, kayaking, ziplining, cycling, or extra mountain hikes (not included).
The program is preliminary, changes may occur. Expa Travel reserves the right to make adjustments in the event of currency changes or typos.
Our local guides know the trails, shortcuts, and favorite spots – and will take you to places you would hardly find on your own. English-speaking, passionate, and ready to show you the real destination.
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This is only a recommendation – feel free to borrow gear from friends or use what you already have. Look at the list as a starting point, and adapt it to your needs and what you feel you will need on the trip.
This is only a recommendation – feel free to borrow gear from friends or use what you already have. Look at the list as a starting point, and adapt it to your needs and what you feel you will need on the trip.
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