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Slovenia Gravel Epic | Alps to Adriatic Gravel Grinding

8 days
From Bled to Porec
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Pedal-powered journeys for two-wheeled explorers
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Travelers should be in very good physical condition and expect continuous demanding activities
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Lake Bled

    Start point
    Ljubljana, Ljubljana, Slovenia (Briefing and start of the tour, 00:00 - 00:00)
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Introductory briefing and meeting
    • Afternoon bike tour around Sava Rivers, Radovljica town, and lower slopes of Karavanke mountains

    Optional Activities

    • Warm-up bike ride - Option 1: 35km route (380m climb, 420m descent, 1.5-2 hours)
    • Warm-up bike ride - Option 2: 55km route (760m climb, 620m descent, 2-3 hours)
    • Warm-up bike ride - Option 3: 105km route (1,800m climb, 1,650m descent, 4-5 hours)
    Landmarks
    Sava Rivers
    Radovljica
    Karavanke mountains
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  2. Day 2

    Lake Bled - Lake Bohinj

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Gravel biking from Lake Bled to Lake Bohinj via Jelovica mountain and back to Bled via Pokljuka Plateau in Triglav National Park

    Optional Activities

    • Biking route - Option 1: 105km (2,350m climb, 1,975m descent, 7-8 hours)
    • Biking route - Option 2: 75km (1,280m climb, 1,100m descent, 4-5 hours)
    Landmarks
    Lake Bohinj
    Jelovica mountain
    Pokljuka Plateau
    Triglav National Park
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  3. Day 3

    Lake Bled - Ljubljana

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Gravel biking from Lake Bled to Ljubljana via Gorenjska region, Škofja Loka town, and Polhograjski Dolomiti Mountain

    Optional Activities

    • Biking route - Option 1: 78km (1,750m climb, 1,690m descent, 5-6 hours)
    • Biking route - Option 2: 68km (1,250m climb, 1,070m descent, 4-5 hours)
    Landmarks
    Škofja Loka
    Polhograjski Dolomiti Mountain
    Gorenjska region
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  4. Day 4

    Ljubljana

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Gravel biking loop around Ljubljana via Litija, Šentvid pri Stični, Turjak, and Rakitna

    Optional Activities

    • Biking loop - Option 1: 85km (1,680m climb, 1,520m descent, 5-6 hours)
    • Biking loop - Option 2: 75km (1,120m climb, 1,120m descent, 4-5 hours)
    • Biking loop - Option 3: 60km (350m climb, 350m descent, 3 hours)
    Landmarks
    Litija
    Turjak
    Rakitna
  5. Day 5

    Ljubljana - Postojna

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Gravel biking from Ljubljana to Postojna via Ljubljansko Barje, Cerknica Lake, Loška Valley, and Rakov Škocjan Nature Park

    Optional Activities

    • Biking route - Option 1: 95km (1,890m climb, 1,720m descent, 6-7 hours)
    • Biking route - Option 2: 82km (1,180m climb, 860m descent, 4-5 hours)
    Landmarks
    Cerknica Lake
    Loška Valley
    Rakov Škocjan Nature Park
    Ljubljansko Barje
  6. Day 6

    Postojna

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Human Fish Gravel biking loop: Postojna–Snežnik Mountain–Gorski Kotar Mountains–Ilirska Bistrica–Pivka–Postojna

    Optional Activities

    • Postojna Cave visit (morning option)
    • Biking loop - Option 1: 87km (1,980m climb, 1,940m descent, 6-7 hours)
    • Biking loop - Option 2: 65km (1,050m climb, 1,050m descent, 4-5 hours)
    Landmarks
    Postojna Cave
    Snežnik Mountain
    Gorski Kotar Mountains
    Ilirska Bistrica
    Pivka
  7. Day 7

    Postojna - Piran

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Gravel biking from Postojna via Predjama, Nanos Mountain, Vipava Valley, Red Karst, Lipica, Trieste, Osp, and Koper to Piran

    Optional Activities

    • Biking route - Option 1: 112km (1,780m climb, 2,050m descent, 6-7 hours)
    • Biking route - Option 2: 95km (1,360m climb, 1,910m descent, 4-5 hours)
    Landmarks
    Predjama
    Nanos Mountain
    Vipava Valley
    Red Karst
    Lipica
    Trieste
    Koper
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  8. Day 8

    Piran to Porec via Motovun

    End point
    Ljubljana, Ljubljana, Slovenia (End of the tour, 00:00 - 00:00)
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Gravel biking on famous Parenzana Trail from Piran to Motovun
    Landmarks
    Piran
    Motovun
    Parenzana Trail
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  • Ingrid
    July 5th, 2025
    4
    The itinerary was very beautiful. We were glad that we had already been to Dolomites last year and sua the necessary...
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  • Katarina
    December 9th, 2024
    5
    The tour is absolutely spectacular from start to finish. The organisation and communication with the hosts was...
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  • David
    December 1st, 2024
    5
    I’ve ridden several mountain biking tours in the Alps, and I can confidently say this tour in western Slovenia is...
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    Claudia

    Asked on March 21st, 2025

    Are there vegetarian meal options available at the overnight stops?

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    • LIFE AdventuresOperatorWritten March 2025

      Yes, vegetarian options are generally available, but it's best to inform us in advance so we can make proper arrangements.

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    Niklas

    Asked on January 27th, 2025

    Are the bicycle rentals included in the overall tour price?

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    • LIFE AdventuresOperatorWritten January 2025

      No, bicycle rentals are not included in the tour price and are available at an additional cost.

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    Gabriel

    Asked on November 27th, 2024

    What types of accommodations are included on the tour?

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    • LIFE AdventuresOperatorWritten November 2024

      The tour includes stays in small hotels, guest houses, and mountain huts, ensuring a comfortable stay throughout.

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    Martin

    Asked on October 7th, 2024

    Are the guides on the tour fluent in English?

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    • LIFE AdventuresOperatorWritten October 2024

      Yes, all our tour guides are fluent in English to ensure clear communication and an enriching tour experience.

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    Madelon

    Asked on September 28th, 2024

    What types of bicycles are available for rent during the tour?

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    • LIFE AdventuresOperatorWritten September 2024

      We offer high-quality bikes such as the Trek Checkpoint ALR5 and SL5. They are well-suited for the gravel roads on this tour.

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    Adrian

    Asked on September 23rd, 2024

    What is the cancellation policy for the tour?

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    • LIFE AdventuresOperatorWritten September 2024

      You can cancel up to 30 days before the tour start date for a full refund. Later cancellations incur a fee.

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    Judy

    Asked on July 26th, 2024

    Are dinners included at the overnight lodging facilities?

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    • LIFE AdventuresOperatorWritten July 2024

      No, dinners are not included. This information is also available on the Tourradar Product page for the Slovenia Bikepacking Tour.

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    Franz

    Asked on June 18th, 2024

    What is the average group size on the tour?

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    • LIFE AdventuresOperatorWritten June 2024

      The average group size varies but typically ranges from 8 to 12 participants to maintain a personal experience.

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    Denis

    Asked on May 9th, 2024

    Is there an option for luggage transfer during the tour?

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    • LIFE AdventuresOperatorWritten May 2024

      Yes, there is an option for luggage transfer at a high price. Most riders prefer bikepacking bags for convenience.

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    Rania

    Asked on January 29th, 2024

    Can additional nights be added to the itinerary?

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    • LIFE AdventuresOperatorWritten January 2024

      Yes, additional nights can be added to your itinerary. Please mention this request during your booking process.

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    • Hepatitis B - Recommended for Croatia.Slovenia. Ideally 2 months before travel.
    • Tick-borne encephalitis - Recommended for Croatia.Slovenia. Ideally 6 months before travel.
    • Hepatitis A - Recommended for Slovenia. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
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    • Unfortunately we cannot offer you a visa application service. Whether you need a visa or not depends on your nationality and where you wish to travel. Assuming your home country does not have a visa agreement with the country you're planning to visit, you will need to apply for a visa in advance of your scheduled departure.
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    • For any tour departing before May 17th, 2026 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after May 17th, 2026, a minimum payment of 20% is required to confirm your booking with LIFE Adventures. The final payment will be automatically charged to your credit card on the designated due date. The final payment of the remaining balance is required at least 60 days prior to the departure date of your tour. TourRadar never charges you a booking fee and will charge you in the stated currency.
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