Walking Holidays in Slovenia

Slovenia Walking Holidays

Boasting an exceptionally diverse landscape of snowy peaks, emerald rivers and scenic coastline, Slovenia is a paradise for outdoor lovers. From the dramatic Julian Alps to the famous waters of Lake Bled, our Slovenia walking holidays guide you among many natural gems. And the most amazing part is that much of Slovenia remains largely unexplored so you can avoid the crowds that usually head to the honey pots. Bordering Austria and Italy in the north, Slovenia adopts the Alpine culture of its neighbours while also holding its own unique identity.

Join one of our Slovenia walking trips and you could begin your adventure in the fairytale town of Bled, where you’ll wind your way up through the verdant pastures of the Karavanke range, and even take on the more challenging heights of the Julian Alps and Mount Triglav.

If it’s history and culture that excites you, you’ll find plenty of that too as you explore rustic towns and villages awash with Gothic architecture, traditional Hungarian farmhouses, and castles that are full of drama and intrigue. And you mustn’t forget the Slovenian cuisine that fuses flavours from Austria, Italy and Hungary. Tuck into authentic dishes such as pasta dumplings or gibanica, nicely washed down with a crisp Slovenian wine.

Home to the soaring Mt Triglav, Triglav National Park lies between Italy and Austria and is home to the country’s finest natural sights. Walk through the valley of the seven lakes, flanked by towering pines and mountains, watch huge waterfalls tumbling down steep gorges and follow alpine trails to the most phenomenal viewpoints.

Slovenia Walking Holidays

8 Days from 1 920 €

Guided Group (Excl. Flights)

Walk in the heart of the Slovenian Julian Alps

Walking & Trekking

8 Days from 935 €

Self-Guided Holidays (Excl. Flights)

Walk the Julian Alps from Bohinj Bistrika or Ribcev Laz, with a choice of routes of differing walking levels.

Walking & Trekking

Walking in the Soca and Bohinj Valleys

Walking & Trekking

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Top 5 Hiking Trails on Slovenia Walking Holidays

Pokljuka Plateau: This alpine plateau stands in the Triglav National Park and stretches for almost 20 kilometres squared. Its diverse karst surface is home to pretty valleys, grassland and pine forests, making it a perfect destination for nature lovers to go walking in Slovenia. As well as colourful wildflowers carpeting the ground, you’ll find shepherd’s huts, alpine cows grazing in the pastures, and an array of birdlife hovering overhead. If it’s wildlife and tranquillity that you crave, the Pokljuka Plateau is the place to explore.

Lake Bohinj: Reflecting the rugged mountain peaks on its shimmering, emerald surface, Lake Bohinj is ridiculously pretty and is less crowded than Lake Bled during the summer months. It has a real authenticity about it and the views from here are jaw-dropping. The path around the lake lets you get back to nature as you walk below the circle of mountains that fringes its shores. In the warmer months, you can take a dip in the gin-clear water or simply relax and breathe in the fresh mountain air. At the western end of the lake, you’ll also find the cable car which takes you up to Vogel for some of the most extraordinary views over the Julian Alps.

Karavanke Mountain Range: This chain of limestone mountains stands on the border of Slovenia, Austria and Italy and is home to more than 1,200 species of flora. Walking in Slovenia is unparalleled and the Karavanke Mountains offer some of the best trails in the country. Winding along alpine peaks, along valleys and waterfalls and below giant gorges, you’ll discover indigenous animals and learn about the region’s cultural heritage along the way. There’s a wide choice of trails suitable for both easy hikes and more demanding climbs. On our Lakes and Mountains tour of Slovenia, we head up to Golica mountain, known for its fields filled with wild white daffodils.

Martuljek Gorge: This beautiful gorge can be found at the end of a forest trail inside Triglav National Park where a series of waterfalls tumble down the steep sides. There are two walking routes that lead you to the waterfalls, each following quiet forest tracks where you’ll meet some of the local wildlife. En route, there are several viewpoints where you can rest and take in the scenery, including the Lipovceva Hut which sells homemade soup and fruit juices from the open kitchen.

Lake Bled: The most famous of all Slovenia’s lakes is Lake Bled, spanning approximately 6km in length within Triglav National Park. The views surrounding its shoreline are to die for and you can complete the circular walking route in around 1.5 hours, allowing for plenty of time to stop and take photographs. At the glacial lake, you’ll see its small island and castle, and there are many beautiful hiking trails that start from here. Alternatively, you might just want to sit by the banks and absorb the scenery or go for a dip at one of the several swimming spots.

If we could give Augustine, our guide, a million stars, we would! He took us on some extraordinarily scenic hikes, and expertly tailored it to our own individual skill levels. We appreciated that! Augustine created a great team spirit, and his knowledge of mountain and climbing history, along with his humor, added to the enjoyment! The chalet hosts, Sebastian and Carmelita, were utterly amazing. Their humor and generosity with their time and the excellent meals, created a light and fun atmosphere. It could not have been a nicer, more relaxed and fun experience.

Joy Mobley Mont Blanc Highlights

Just back from hiking in Northern Tuscany’s little known Garfagnana region. Varied walks and terrain with incredible views and a great sense of satisfaction. Really enjoyed the company of our group, the lovely views, pool and family welcome from our comfortable argriturismo and trying lots of traditional Italian food.

Vicky Boughton Walking in Tuscany