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8-day Self Guided Cycling Tour In Slovenia From Kamnik
Overview
Slovenia is a little country in the heart of Europe with incredible natural attractions and a diverse landscape. Go on a cycling holiday where you can experience a combination of the idyllic Alpine scenery and the green, trendy Ljubljana, the capital of Slovenia. Join other cycling enthusiasts who have already had the chance to cycle through this hidden gem of a cycling paradise just waiting to be explored. “Slovenia’s wide range of geo-cultural diversity in such a small country lends itself to bike travel. Pedal 60km in any direction and you’ll feel like you’ve travelled to another land.” – Tyler Robertson
What's Included
- Welcome meeting with representative of local agency
- Breakfast
- All Fees and Taxes
- Detailed documents, one per booking (gps track, map, road book - route description)
- Service & emergency hotline in case of problems or questions, 24/7 agency support
What To Expect
Arrival in Slovenia
First you can settle in your chosen accommodation and have a little rest. Then it’s already time to take in the medieval town of Kamnik that is cradled by the surrounding mountains, creating a wonderful backdrop. There is a reception before dinner and a presentation of the itinerary by a local travel agency.
Kamnik – Luče and the River Savinja (Route detail: 30 km, + 650 m / – 520m. Transfer to shorten the route available.)
First part of the mountain fairy tale: Your holidays begin with a bicycle-friendly ascent to the mountain saddle that connects two mountain valleys. Next comes a pleasurable descent along peaceful local roads to the mountain village of Luče that is hidden between the mountains and the River Savinja, one of Slovenia’s cleanest rivers. Your host for this night is local family at House Raduha with one of the best restaurants in Slovenia.
Luče – Logar Valley Landscape Park (Route detail: ca. 28 km, easy ascent)
A picturesque road takes us to our destination passing several natural attractions including Igla, which means needle in Slovenian and is a 40m tall, imposing solitary peak, separated from the surrounding rock by only a narrow crack. Those looking for the perfect spot to take a picture can extend the tour to Robanov kot, the first of the three valleys in the landscape park.
Logar Valley – a quick jump into Austria – Jezersko. Route detail: 35 km, 2 mountain passes: each +250 and +350 m.
What comes next is the most challenging, but also the most picturesque section of the tour. The ascent to the two mountain saddles can be shortened by using additional transport.
Jezersko – Preddvor – Bled (Route detail: 55 km, first 20 km descent for -410 m, then mostly flat terrain till Bled)
Descend along the narrow gorge of the River Kokra, next enjoy a break alongside Lake Črnava, and then continue in the direction of the Julian Alps and the Triglav National Park.
Day for rest or Round trip Bled (Route detail: ca. 23 km, + 280 m / – 280 m)
After four days of cycling you deserved a day for rest. For those, who are pure enthusiasts, there is a trip around the lake, after which we drive to Bled through the typical Lower Alpine villages with farmhouses. There is also the possibility to visit “Vintgar rocky gorge” and the castle of Bled.
Bled – Ljubljana (Route detail: ca. 58 km, + 276 m / – 475 m)
The cycling connection to the capital uncovers a completely new perspective of Slovenia. The green fields and lowlands across which wind languid rivers.
Departure
Transfer to the airport or railway station or extend your holiday.
Additional Info
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
