ALPINE LAKES OF THE JULIAN ALPS
A hiking tour in the Julian Alps that connects two of the most beautiful alpine lakes is one that delights all lovers of hiking. The Julian Alps offer truly pleasant hiking routes that link interesting places where trails through pristine nature blend with magnificent views of the highest peaks of this mountain range.
This is a hiking tour for mountain enthusiasts and lovers of nature, alpine lakes, and delicious local cuisine.
This somewhat shorter hiking tour is ideal for hikers who do not have a full week or more available for a hiking adventure or an active holiday, but still want to experience the true essence of the Julian Alps.
By walking, you connect two of the most beautiful alpine lakes — Lake Bled and Lake Bohinj. Along the way, you experience the high mountain plateau of Pokljuka, known for its beautiful forests and alpine pastures.
On this wonderful tour, you also discover small villages and local centers, meet local people, learn about traditions, and taste authentic local cuisine. It is a pleasant and well-organized hiking experience where you can relax, explore, and gain new insights along the way.
Julian Alps, Slovenia
The Julian Alps are considered as one of the most beautiful and best for hiking and multi-days hut to hut trekking tours. The paths in the Julian Alps are well trodden and marked. The majority of the Julian Alps belong to the Triglav National Park, which has a task of protecting the unspoiled nature of the area. Hiking across the Julian Alps is a “must do” – at least once in a life time.
TOUR FACTS
Duration: 5 days | 4 nights
Destination: Julian Alps, Slovenia
Activity: Walking Holiday
Grade: Easy (optionaly moderate)
Accommodation: Small Hotels ***/****
Date: From April 1st to October 30th.
Booking: Any day of the week.
Start of the tour: Ljubljana
End of the tour: Ljubljana
Price: €765.00/person (min. 2 people in group)*
765 EUR
Duration
5 days / 4 nights
Activity
Self guided walking
Difficulty
Easy
Season
April 1st–October 30th
Accommodation
Hotels ***/****
Booking
Start of the tour on any day of the week.
Start of the tour
Ljubljana, Slovenia
End of the tour
Ljubljana, Slovenia
Enjoy the beautiful Triglav National Park and experience the stunning Triglav Lakes Valley. | Immerse yourself in the rich local culture around the Julian Alps and taste authentic local cuisine—a unique blend of history and diverse cultural influences. | Walk surrounded by dramatic mountain scenery. | Explore Bohinj Lake - a magical alpine lake. | Visit the picturesque town of Bled with its famous lake. | An authentic experience of high-mountain alpine area.
Inclusions
Items that are included in the cost of the tour price:
- Full organisation of the tour.
- Introductory briefing on day 1.
- Detailed itinerary and route instructions, vouchers, contact numbers, etc.
- Maps with marked routes.
- GPX track (digital track for phone, tablet or Garmin device).
- Phone App - digital track.
- Emergency contact number and 24/7 support.
- 4 nights in private accommodations with breakfast.
- Train ticket from Ljubljana to Lesce Bled (Day1).
- Train ticket from Bohinjska Bistrica to Bled (Day5).
- Train ticket from Lesce Bled to Ljubljana (Day5).
- Luggage transfers between stages – days.
- Outbase Triglav T-shirt (the best Julian Alps Collection).
- Optional luggage depo in Lesce, at the start of the tour.
- Optional rental of walking equipment (hiking poles, backpack).
- Tourist tax and VAT.
Exclusions
Items that are not included in the cost of the tour price:
- Travel to the start and from the end point of the trip (Ljubljana).
- Food and drinks: lunch and dinner on all days (approx. 15 €/meal), drinks with all meals.
- Items of personal nature.
- Travel Insurance.
Optional Extras
- High season surcharge (June 1st–Sept. 15th): €120/person.
- Single room supplement: 350 €.
- Solo traveler supplement: €580 (1 person on tour).
Itinerary
On this day, you will take a short train ride from Ljubljana to Radovljica, a charming small town with a beautifully preserved main square. The hike follows a scenic trail along the Sava River, leading through typical Upper Carniolan villages all the way to Lake Bled and into the centre of Bled.
It’s a very pleasant walk, full of interesting sights and local character along the way.
Option 1: 12 km,+180m/-90m | Option 2: 15 km,+390m/-240m
After experiencing Bled and the beauty of Lake Bled, an exceptionally scenic hiking tour awaits, leading us into the heart of the Pokljuka forests. This area is renowned for its vast spruce woods, and along the way we will also encounter raised peat bogs rich in unique vegetation.
On the Pokljuka plateau, considered one of the most beautiful parts of Triglav National Park, hiking becomes a true meditation — in complete peace, walking over soft moss and surrounded by the richness of pristine forest nature.
This stage of the journey is simply inspiring, filled with new discoveries in an unspoiled natural environment.
21 km,+840m/-110m
At first, you will walk through rich spruce forests and across Planina Zajavornik, one of the most beautiful alpine pastures in the Julian Alps. From there, you will gradually descend along the western edge of the Pokljuka plateau toward the gateway of the Bohinj Valley.
You will reach Mostnica Gorge by walking through the Mostnica River valley, famous for its remarkable and deeply carved gorges. Before long, you will arrive at the magnificent Lake Bohinj, considered one of the most beautiful natural wonders of the Julian Alps.
A wonderful hiking stage, full of fascinating natural details — refreshing and deeply enjoyable.
16 km,+340m/-980m
The Triglav National Park is renowned for its stunning alpine lakes, which play a vital role in sustaining wildlife and preserving the fragile mountain ecosystem of the Julian Alps.
You will set out on a pleasant hiking tour into the heart of the park and its lakes. On this day, several hiking options are available: you can choose a shorter route, a medium-length walk, or—if you feel energetic and enjoy longer distances—a full-day hike through some of the most beautiful parts of the Julian Alps.
It is a true experience of the park: admiring crystal-clear alpine lakes, immersing ourselves in pristine mountain scenery, and visiting a traditional mountain hut where we can enjoy a simple alpine lunch.
18 km,+880m/-1250m | We offer 5 different options for this hike.
Leaving Lake Bohinj behind, you will take a train ride to Lake Bled. You will walk along the lake and further on to Lesce, where you will catch a train for Ljubljana.
Accommodation
Accommodation is in 3-4* small family run hotels (comfortable with en-suite). You can purchase picnic lunch supplies in towns before the walking stages or, if available, purchase lunch from accommodation providers the night before. It is always good to have a sufficient amount of water as well as snacks and energy bars with you during the walks.
Day 01: Hotel ***/**** in Bled | double or twin room with breakfast.
Day 02: Hotel *** in Goreljek (Pokljuka Plateau) | double or twin room with breakfast.
Day 03: Hotel ***/**** in Bohinj | double or twin room with breakfast.
Day 04: Hotel ***/**** in Bohinj | double or twin room with breakfast.
Travel and Hiking Expert
Every company needs a responsible person behind the scenes. Every hiking tour needs someone who knows the destination, is knowledgeable about outdoor activities, understands the specifics of hiking, and is, among other things, a passionate mountain enthusiast dedicated to exploration. For you and with you on hiking tours is Matej, who has been a hiker, climber, and alpinist for three decades. He is an excellent connoisseur of destinations in Slovenia, Croatia, Austria, Italy, and further across the Balkans.
Matej has traveled to various corners of the world and explored remote places. He is also the creator of over 50 hiking routes, products, programs, and the conceptual leader of the Triglav Trail Run event, considered one of the most beautiful in the region. Regarding hiking content, he advises destinations and collaborates with the industry in developing hiking trails, creating long-distance hiking paths, working for development agencies and destinations. He is here primarily for you, to advise you before the tour, during the tour itself, and, along with the rest of the team at LIFE Hike, to be your greatest help on the tour and during your vacation. To ensure that your hiking holidays are an unforgettable experience.
Alpine Lakes of the Julian Alps
A hiking tour for mountain enthusiasts, lovers of nature and alpine lakes, with a delicious local cuisine.
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