Highlights of Slovenia
Explore Lake Bled and Lake Bohinj on smooth alpine roads.
Cycle through the Julian Alps and Karst region on scenic road routes.
Visit Postojna Cave and Škocjan Caves, Slovenia’s underground wonders.
Discover Lipica Stud Farm, home of the famous Lipizzaner horses.
Cross into Italy for a brief road cycling detour.
Experience Ljubljana, Slovenia’s vibrant capital city.
Ride along the Slovenian coastline, passing Piran and Sečovlje salt pans. First Hand Experience
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Departure
Daily from March 28 to October 10, 2026
Duration
8 days / 7 nights
Starting Point
Bled
Total Distance
392
Activity Level
Medium
Highlights of Slovenia Road Cycling Tour - Biking from Alps to Adriatic on a fast track!
For lovers of the fast lane, this “Highlights of Slovenia Road Cycling Tour” whisks you through the majority of Slovenia’s greatest historical places, along with the many natural wonders this diverse little country has to offer from the majestic peaks of the Julian Alps to the hot, sunny seaside towns of the Adriatic coast. It is suitable for cyclists with a good fitness level.
Considering a pre-trip? Have a look at our Salzburg to Lake Bled.
Itinerary
Arrival in Bled. Bled is renowned for its beautiful setting: glacial lake, clifftop castle and a pilgrimage church on an island. Arrive early enough and you can take a boat out to the church and ring the bell of wishes, head up to the castle for a great view across the valley, or take a circular walk around the lake and hike up to Mala Osojnica for the best view of all.
Today’s cycling adventure commences with a climb up to the elevated plateau of Pokljuka, ascending 700 meters over a distance of 12 kilometers. From these serene mountain meadows, you’ll then embark on a descent towards the breathtaking Lake Bohinj.
Nestled in the corner of this secluded valley, Bohinj stands as the largest and deepest lake within the Triglav National Park, encircled by majestic alpine peaks.
Leaving Bohinj you cycle up 750 m / 2400 ft to the Sorica Pass, from which you then drop off into a lush wilderness valley leading to the Škofja Loka hills.
Stop in the historic iron-smelting town of Železniki and one of Slovenia’s oldest and most charming towns, Škofja Loka, before finally arriving in Ljubljana, the Slovene capital. Visit the Ljubljana Castle, perched high on a hill overlooking the old town and city center.
To start the day, a gentle ride across the beautiful 160-sq km Ljubljana Moors (Ljubljansko Barje), home to some of Europe’s rarest forms of bird, plant and insect life.
Then head to the impenetrable fortress of Predjama Castle, in a crevasse halfway up the side of a 123m-cliff. Here lived a vivacious and daring knight; Erasmus kept a whole army at bay by utilizing the Predjama Caves to sneak out for supplies.
Today will start with a visit to the beautiful Postojna caves, the most extensive cave system in Slovenia, through a world of large and colorful stalactites and stalagmites, and the unique “human fish”.
Your final destination is a romantic Carst village Komen, know for great wines and gastronomy.
First stop is at the lovely botanical garden in Sežana, then it’s on to the stud farm of Lipica, where you can visit these beautiful thoroughbred Lipizzaner horses.Take a tour in a traditional carriage, and see them close up in their stables.
You can also visit the unusual but very interesting “War Museum” set in a lovely Venetian tower.
If you missed the Postojna Caves, don’t worry—you can explore the Škocjan Caves this morning.
Enjoy a cappuccino or gelato in the charming old harbor town of Muggia. There’s also a new cycling path along the coast, following the route of the old railway line, offering stunning views of Slovenia’s modest yet beautiful coastline.
Be sure to stop in Portorož, part of the Slovenian Riviera, before concluding your trip in the picturesque Venetian harbor town of Piran.
After breakfast your tour ends. However, you can prolong your stay in Piran, take a one-way boat trip or day cruise to Venice, or continue cycling by taking our Croatia Istrian Coastal Tour down to Pula.
Price
Price per person based on two people sharing:
Date of Day1 sets the trip's season.
(Currency converter)- Seven nights accommodation in 3* / 4* hotels and guesthouses in two bedded ensuite facilities room, on basis of bed & breakfast.
- Luggage transfer – one piece per person, max 23 kgs / 50 lb. Lufthansa airline dimensions. Every additional piece 30 EUR per trip, payable on spot.
- Welcome meeting and bike handover.
- Tour description and maps in GUIBO application electronic form. One download per adult person. Every additional download 15 EUR.
- Local tourist and other taxes.
- Backup service (hotline) during the trip
- Single travelers – Applies when a person travels alone. Includes single room supplement.
Season A: 355 EUR;
Season B: 385 EUR;
Season C 395 EUR. - Single room – Applies when a person is travelling together with other persons in a party.
Season A: 295 EUR;
Season B: 335 EUR;
Season C: 395 EUR. - 4* Hotel in Ljubljana City Center location supplement:
Season A and B 45 EUR per person per night in a standard double room B&B, single room 70 EUR.
Season C 60 EUR per person per night in a standard double room B&B, single room 90 EUR. - Road racing bike 270 EUR. *
Every additional day 50 EUR per bike. - Electric bike rental 280 EUR. *
Every additional day 50 EUR.
* Bike rental period starts 9:00 of day 2 of the tour and ends at 18:00 of day 7.
- Printed information package in English or German, including route notes and detailed maps, delivered upon arrival 30 EUR.
Price is per person per night.
- 4* Hotel in Bled
Season A: Double Room 100 EUR. Single room 195 EUR.
Season B: Double Room 110 EUR. Single room 210 EUR.
Season C: Double Room 125 EUR. Single room 215 EUR. - 4* Hotel in Bohinjska Bistrica
Season A: Double Room 110 EUR. Single room 185 EUR.
Season B: Double Room 120 EUR. Single room 200 EUR.
Season C: Double Room 135 EUR. Single room 215 EUR. - 4* Hotel in Ljubljana
Season A: Double Room 95 EUR. Single room 150 EUR.
Season B: Double Room 105 EUR. Single room 165 EUR.
Season C: Double Room 110 EUR. Single room 177 EUR. - Guesthouse in Karst Area
Season A: Double Room 65 EUR. Single room 95 EUR.
Season B: Double Room 70 EUR. Single room 100 EUR.
Season C: Double Room 80 EUR. Single room 110 EUR. - 4* Hotel in Piran
Season A: Double Room 120 EUR. Single room 185 EUR.
Season B: Double Room 145 EUR. Single room 195 EUR.
Season C: Double Room 165 EUR. Single room 215 EUR.
- Third adult person in a double room on auxiliary bed: 10% discount. This discount only applies to third person only (not all persons in the party).
Entrance fees, lunches, dinners, additional transfers, not mentioned in tour program.
Route Profile
392 km
75% regional country roads, 10% cycleways, 15% main road (town approach sections)
100% asphalt and paved
Challenging – One cycling trip yearly is a must! For cyclists who like to go on cycling trips in the surrounding area at the weekends and are not afraid of a climb or a day’s stage with a demanding profile. Average daily elevation gains does between 500 and 1.000 meters.
Accommodation
Helia supports responsible travel. On our trips we therefore use small, authentic hotels and guesthouses with character operated by locals or their families. Here you can find the list of standard accommodation we primarily use on the trip. The actual hotels may differ from this list, depending on time of booking and rooms availability.
- Day 1: Hotel Savica, Kompas, Lovec 4* or Astoria 3*Superior in Bled
- Day 2: Eco Bohinj Hotel 4* in Bohinjska Bistrica
- Day 3: M Hotel 4* in Ljubljana
- Day 4: Hotel Kras 4* in Postojna
- Day 5: Guesthouse Špacapan 3* in Krast Area
- Day 6: Hotel Malovec 3* in Divača
- Day 7: Hotel Piran 4* in Piran
Travel Options & Local Transfer
Starting point of this trip is Bled in NW Slovenia.
Getting to Bled
By plane: closest airport is Ljubljana (LJU). Several airlines serve it. From the airport you can travel to Bled by bus (change once, takes about two hrs) or book our transfer: Ljubljana Airport to Bled (faster – 20 min).
By train: Bled has two railway stations: Lesce-Bled on the Villach – Ljubljana mainline, four km away from town center, you’ll need to take a bus or call us, we’ll give you a lift for free. The other is Bled-Jezero on the Jesenice – Nova Gorica sideline only a few trains a day. Two km away from town center, call us and we’ll give you a lift.
By car: take exit Lesce from A1 motorway Ljubljana – Jesenice, Karavanke. Please consult us about parking options.
Back from Piran
By plane: closest airport is Trieste, 50 km NW. We can best arrange you a transfer. Next is Ljubljana (LJU). You can return to Ljubljana by bus, train or our transfer.
By train: Koper railway station is 15 km away from Piran. Trains leave from here to Ljubljana. If you wish to travel onward to Rijeka (Croatia) you need to change in Pivka, however, only a few trains cross the border! There are no train connections to Italy, you’ll need to travel first to Trieste.
By boat: there are ferries operating to Greece from Koper and seasonal sailings along the Slovene coast to Croatia. Also – the daily catamaran service can shorten your trip to Venice!
By car: if your car is in Ljubljana, you can return there by bus or train. Our transfer is available.
Available Transfers
Ljubljana Airport to Bled
1-3 persons 90 EUR
4-8 persons 130 EUR
Ljubljana City to Bled
1-3 persons 130 EUR
4-8 persons 170 EUR
Villach to Bled
1-3 persons 170 EUR
4-8 persons 200 EUR
Klagenfurt Airport to Bled
1-3 persons 200 EUR
4-8 persons 240 EUR
Trieste Airport to Bled
1-3 persons 375 EUR
4-8 persons 420 EUR
Lesce Bled Railway Station to Bled
1-3 persons 20 EUR
4-8 persons 30 EUR
Piran to Trieste City
1-3 persons 165 EUR
4-8 persons 200 EUR
Piran to Trieste Airport
1-3 persons 175 EUR
4-8 persons 210 EUR
Piran to Ljubljana City
1-3 persons 225 EUR
4-8 persons 265 EUR
Piran to Ljubljana Airport
1-3 persons 250 EUR
4-8 persons 290 EUR
Piran to Bled
1-3 persons 290 EUR
4-8 persons 320 EUR
All prices per transfer, one way. Price includes transport of bikes.
Rental Bikes
Helia bikes are available in different sizes and unisex frame model:
All rented adult bikes are equipped with:
- Helmet
Only for self-guided tours: per two bikes – one repair kit, one spare inner tube, glue, patch, a pump, Allen keys and tire levers. + one combination lock.
If you intend to use your own pedals, bring with you tools to mount and remove pedals from the bikes.