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Alpine Multisport Adventure Tour Slovenia – Wild Active Holiday

Multisport Tours in Slovenia – Active Holidays & Adventures
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Cycling tour highlights:
Checkmark Pair forest gravel climbs with a high-mountain hike
Checkmark Navigate pools and waterfalls with your canyoning guide
Checkmark Soar above the Sava Dolinka Valley on seven ziplines
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2027 Early booking offer: save 3% until 31 December 2026.

Departure

Daily from May 9 to October 3, 2027

Duration

8 Days / 7 Nights

Starting Point

Arrival in Lake Bled

Total Distance

147 km

Activity Level

Activity Level Activity Level Activity Level Activity Level

Sportive

Helia Cycling Slovenia
Man rides a high zipline across the sky with the sun glowing behind him in Slovenia.
Adventurer with helmet descends a narrow canyon waterfall while canyoning in Slovenia.
Cyclists ride mountain bikes on a gravel trail through rolling green hills and meadows in Slovenia.
Two hikers rest on rocks beside the emerald Soča River in Slovenia, surrounded by lush alpine forest.

Bled, Pokljuka & Bohinj — gravel, peaks and wild water

Designed for fit, active travellers who enjoy full days outdoors: sustained gravel climbs, marked mountain trails and guided water activities, with several days of 4–7 hours of activity. Gravel experience recommended; no technical mountaineering required, but sure-footedness is essential.

Itinerary

Arrive in Bled, Slovenia’s classic alpine resort and the gateway to the Julian Alps. After check-in, enjoy a walk by the lake, visit Bled Castle, take a traditional pletna boat to the island, or simply relax before the active week ahead.

Begin your adventure with two very different views of the landscape around Bled. A scenic walk takes you towards Vintgar GorgeVisiting Vintgar GorgeBook your Vintgar entry a few days ahead, allowing time for your afternoon activity. Check your GUIBO itinerary or ask us to help choose a suitable time.Tickets & visitor information, where the Radovna River threads between steep limestone walls. Follow the wooden walkways past clear pools and rushing water, enjoying the cool air and changing light inside the gorge before the return walk.

In the afternoon, the perspective changes completely. A guided Zipline Dolinka adventure takes you high above the Sava Dolinka Valley on seven ziplines, with wide views of the river, forests and alpine surroundings. It is an exhilarating way to begin the week: nature at close quarters in the morning, then a bird’s-eye view in the afternoon.

Leave Bled along the lakeshore before continuing through Bohinjska Bela, where village houses and wooded slopes mark the transition from the lake into quieter alpine countryside.

From here, the route climbs beneath Galetovec towards the Pokljuka plateau. This is the main effort of the day: settle into your own rhythm as the valley gives way to forest and the landscape becomes increasingly mountainous.

On Pokljuka, gravel roads lead through the forest past Kranjska Dolina and Javorniška Planina. The contrast between sheltered woodland and open pasture gives the final part of the ride its character, with quieter surroundings replacing the bustle around Bled.

Finish at Rudno Polje, your base on the plateau for the next part of the adventure. After the climb from the lake, enjoy a relaxed evening in the mountain setting before tomorrow’s hike.

Swap your gravel bike for walking boots and head into the high-mountain scenery above Pokljuka. Starting from Rudno Polje, the loop links the Lipanca pasture with Viševnik and the surrounding plateau, moving from forest paths into open alpine terrain.

As you gain height, the views open across the Julian Alps. Quiet pastures, mountain slopes and the changing perspectives along the loop make this a rewarding contrast to the cycling days. Take time to enjoy the scenery before descending back towards the plateau.

The route depends on mountain conditions. A lower pasture hike replaces the high-mountain loop in poor weather, allowing you to enjoy Pokljuka without committing to exposed terrain.

Back on your gravel bike, leave the quiet forests of Pokljuka and make your way towards the Bohinj Valley. Forest tracks, peaceful roads and alpine villages give the ride a changing rhythm, with glimpses of the mountains appearing between the trees as you descend.

The landscape gradually opens into meadows and village scenes before revealing Lake Bohinj beneath its steep mountain backdrop. After the high plateau, the valley feels like a different world: broad views, clear water and a gentler pace. Settle into Bohinj and enjoy time beside Slovenia’s largest natural lake after a satisfying day on the bike.

Discover a different side of Bohinj on a guided canyoning adventure. Natural slides, clear pools and waterfalls turn the landscape into a playful course, with your guide leading the way through each section and helping you tackle the ropes and descents.

The canyon and difficulty are chosen according to water levels, weather and the activity provider’s safety assessment. This keeps the experience matched to the conditions on the day.

Afterwards, enjoy a shorter hike or a relaxed afternoon exploring Bohinj. Depending on time and energy, you can choose the lakeside villages, Mostnica Gorge, Savica Waterfall or a quiet walk beside the lake — a lovely balance to the morning’s adventure.

Your final gravel stage closes the loop from Bohinj back to Bled via the Jelovica plateau. Settle into the climb as the valley gives way to woodland, then enjoy the quiet character of the plateau’s forest roads, far from the bustle around the lakes.

This is the longest ride of the week and a fitting final challenge, combining steady effort with the satisfaction of linking the two alpine valleys under your own steam. As you descend towards Bled, the familiar lake scenery welcomes you back. Return your bike and enjoy a final evening reflecting on a week of cycling, hiking and water adventures.

The tour ends after breakfast in Bled. Continue independently or reserve one of the optional private transfers listed below.

Price

Price per person based on two people sharing:

Season A
9.5. to 27.6.2027 and 30.8. to 3.10.2027
1,395.00 €
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Season B
28.6. to 29.8.2027
1,495.00 €
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  • 7 nights in 3★/4★ hotels & guesthouses, ensuite, bed & breakfast
  • Gravel bike rental Day 3 – Day 7, incl. lock, spare tube, repair kit & Standard Damage Waiver (€150 excess)
  • Scheduled guided activities: Zipline Dolinka and canyoning in Bohinj
  • Luggage transfers Bled – Pokljuka – Bohinj – Bled (1 piece pp, max 23 kg)
  • Local tourist and other taxes
  • Backup hotline service throughout the trip
  • Digital route information, maps and navigation in the GUIBO app — access included for each adult traveller. Additional access: €15.
  • Welcome meeting for direct bookings

  • Single-room supplement within a party: 380 € per person, per tour
  • Single traveller supplement (single room included): 430 € per booking party
  • Upgrade to e-MTB (instead of gravel bike): 30 € per booking
  • Additional luggage (maximum 23 kg): 30 € per additional piece, per tour
  • Printed travel documents (optional; digital travel documents are included): 30 € per booking

Prices per person, per night. Double: sharing a double room. Single: single occupancy.

Location Season A Season B
Bled3★/4★ Double: 115 €Single: 215 € Double: 130 €Single: 225 €
Pokljuka3★ hotel Double: 90 €Single: 125 € Double: 90 €Single: 125 €
Bohinj4★ Double: 125 €Single: 210 € Double: 135 €Single: 225 €

  • Third adult in a triple room: 10% discount on the third traveller’s base tour price.

Entrance fees, lunches, dinners, additional transfers, not mentioned in tour program.

Route Profile

Total distance

147 km

Total ascent

2,842 m

Total descent

2,823 m

Accommodation

Carefully selected 3-star and 4-star hotels and guesthouses, with ensuite rooms and breakfast. The exact accommodation may vary according to availability while the published comfort level is maintained.

  • Day 1: 3★/4★ hotel in Bled
  • Day 2: 3★/4★ hotel in Bled
  • Day 3: 3★ hotel in Pokljuka
  • Day 4: 3★ hotel in Pokljuka
  • Day 5: 4★ hotel in Bohinj
  • Day 6: 4★ hotel in Bohinj
  • Day 7: 3★/4★ hotel in Bled

Travel Options & Local Transfer

Starting point of this trip is Lake Bled in northwestern Slovenia, with the nearest international airports in Ljubljana, Klagenfurt, and Trieste. The tour ends in Bovec, in the Soča Valley, with transfer options available back to Bled, Ljubljana, or airports.

Getting to Bled

By plane: Closest airport is Ljubljana (LJU), served by several international airlines. From the airport, you can reach Bled by local bus (via Kranj, about 2–3 hrs) or book our direct transfer (see below). Klagenfurt (Austria) and Trieste (Italy) airports are also convenient.
By train: Nearest railway station is Lesce-Bled, 4 km from the town centre. From there, take a local bus or book our transfer.
By car: From the A2 motorway take the exit for Lesce/Bled. Bled is well connected to Austria (via Karavanke Tunnel or Loibl Pass) and Italy (via Tarvisio).

Back from Bovec

By plane: Need to catch a flight? Our transfers from Bovec connect to Ljubljana, Klagenfurt, or Trieste airports
By train: The nearest railway station is in Most na Soči (about 30 km away), linked to Bohinj, Jesenice, and Nova Gorica. From there, onward travel by train to Ljubljana is possible.
By car: If your car is in Bled, we can arrange a transfer back. Alternatively, local bus connections exist but are limited and slow (5–6 hrs via Kranj).

Available Transfers

Klagenfurt Airport → Bled

1–3 persons: 210 €
4–8 persons: 250 €

Lesce–Bled railway station → Bled

1–3 persons: 20 €
4–8 persons: 30 €

Ljubljana Airport → Bled

1–3 persons: 90 €
4–8 persons: 125 €

Ljubljana City → Bled

1–3 persons: 125 €
4–8 persons: 165 €

Trieste Airport → Bled

1–3 persons: 385 €
4–8 persons: 435 €

Venice Marco Polo Airport → Bled

1–3 persons: 435 €
4–8 persons: 495 €

Villach → Bled

1–3 persons: 180 €
4–8 persons: 200 €

All prices per transfer, one way. Price includes transport of bikes.

Rental Bikes

Choose the bike category that suits your ride. We offer a range of frame sizes and will help you find the right fit.

Bike rental prices shown here apply when booking a bike with this tour. Rates on Rentabike.si are for standalone rentals.

Megamo Jakar 30 — Gravel bike in Slovenia

Gravel bike

Megamo Jakar 30

Aluminium frame · carbon fork · Shimano GRX RX400 2×10 · hydraulic disc brakes · 700×45C

Megamo Jakar 30

Megamo Jakar 30 — Gravel bike in Slovenia

Included in the tour price

Key specifications

  • Aluminium frame
  • carbon fork
  • Shimano GRX RX400 2×10
  • hydraulic disc brakes
  • 700×45C

Frame sizes: S / M / L / XL

Tell us your height when booking so we can help you choose a suitable frame size.

Included equipment

  • Helmet and flat pedals
  • Rear rack and one pannier bag
  • Repair kit and lock (one set per two bikes): hand pump, Allen keys, spare inner tube and patches

Other pedal types can be requested for an additional charge.

The models and specifications shown are representative. Your bicycle may differ in model, colour or individual components, but will be of a comparable or higher standard within the booked bike category.

Rock Machine Torrent INT E50-29B — E-MTB in Slovenia

E-MTB

Rock Machine Torrent INT E50-29B

Aluminium frame · Shimano Altus 1×9 · disc brakes · Bosch Performance Line · 500 Wh

Rock Machine Torrent INT E50-29B

Rock Machine Torrent INT E50-29B — E-MTB in Slovenia
Bike upgrade for this tour · 2027

30.00 € per bike, per tour

Key specifications

  • Aluminium frame
  • Shimano Altus 1×9
  • disc brakes
  • Bosch Performance Line
  • 500 Wh

Frame sizes: S / M / L / XL

Tell us your height when booking so we can help you choose a suitable frame size.

Included equipment

  • Helmet and flat pedals
  • Rear rack and one pannier bag
  • Kickstand
  • Battery charger
  • Repair kit and lock (one set per two bikes): hand pump, Allen keys, spare inner tube and patches

Other pedal types can be requested for an additional charge.

The models and specifications shown are representative. Your bicycle may differ in model, colour or individual components, but will be of a comparable or higher standard within the booked bike category.

The models and specifications shown are representative. Your bicycle may differ in model, colour or individual components, but will be of a comparable or higher standard within the booked bike category.

What Our Guests Say

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Now that our tour is over, a great THANK YOU for your planing, support and organization.

To be honest: I was not sure what we will get - but it was a really good tour and a great vacation for us. One of the best we had.
I would definitely recommend you.
And: both, my wife and me really think about coming again to Slovenia. A Great Country, super nature and beautiful experience.

Andreas Frank, Germany

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Bike damage waiver

A standard damage waiver is already included with every Helia rental bike. For accidental damage during normal, responsible use, your excess is €50 for a touring bike or €150 for an e-bike, gravel, road or mountain bike.

The optional waiver upgrade reduces this excess to €0. It costs €25 for a touring bike or €50 for other bike types, per bicycle for the full tour.

For qualifying theft of a securely locked bike, the upgrade limits your liability to €150 for a touring bike or €300 for other bike types. The bike must be secured as specified in our terms, the theft reported promptly to Helia and the police, and a copy of the police report supplied.

The waiver does not cover loss, improperly secured bikes, intentional damage or gross negligence, riding under the influence, unapproved use, missing accessories, or continued riding with an obvious technical fault. Full conditions and exclusions apply.

For specially arranged bikes supplied by a rental partner, please ask us to confirm the applicable waiver terms.

Full damage waiver terms — section 13.2