Slovenia Epic Gravel Riding
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Slovenia is a outdoor adventure mecca and has become a classic gravel riding destination. Every gravel cyclist has high expectations and Slovenia is a great choice. We offer an amazing gravel ride experience to highlight all of the best off-road riding the area has to offer. Slovenia Epic Gravel Riding tour will leave the legs burning and the heart begging for more.
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Vacation Style Holiday TypeCycling, Gravel Biking - Bikepacking, MTB/Gravel
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All about the Slovenia Epic Gravel Riding.
Slovenia is a outdoor adventure mecca and has become a classic gravel riding destination. Every gravel cyclist has high expectations and Slovenia is a great choice. We put together an amazing gravel ride experience to highlight all of the best off-road riding the area has to offer. Slovenia Gravel Epic Riding will leave the legs burning and the heart begging for more.
For gravel grinders, Slovenia offers a variety of cycling options in a truly preserved nature, full of surpluses and fascinating locations. In such a small country, with outer boundaries in the shape of a hen, the cyclist can experience a really diverse variety. It is almost impossible for a gravel enthusiast to stay cool, on the contrary, with a wide choice of great gravel trails, experiences and places along the way, it will warm the heart of every cyclist, or even “burn” them with a real adventure.
Highlights:
- Stunning mountain scenery.
- Unique gravel bike roads around Triglav National Park and Julian Alps.
- Explore amazing Lake Bohinj and Lake Bled.
- Enjoy Ljubljana, green capital of Slovenia.
- Epic gravel biking roads around Cerknica Lake, Snežnik mountain.
- Beautiful Karst region with famous Postojna Cave and Unesco Škocjan Caves.
- Coastal Piran town - Pearl of Adriatic Sea.
- Ride on famous Parenzana trail..
- The valleys of Notranjska region: an incredible landscaped patrimony.
- Taste the richness of the Slovenian culinary.
Facts:
- Duration: 8 days / 7 nights
- Activity: Gravel bike tour
- Ride type: Gravel roads, tarmac, single trails ...
- Length: 658 km / Elevation: 12.698 m / (82.2 km daily)
- Grade: Moderate to Challenge.
- Bike Skill level: Intermediate (advanced+ is max.)
- Bike Fitness level: Level 4-5 (level 7 is max.)
- Accommodation: 3*/4* hotels and private accommodation
- Date: From May 15th to November 15th
- Start of the tour: Every Day
- Start location: Bled, Slovenia.
- End of the tour: Motovun, Croatia.
- Note: We can organise a private guided group from just 4 bikers with our experienced and licensed guides. Please, contact us.
The tour package inclusions and exclusions at a glance
What is included in this tour?Items that are included in the cost of tour price.
- Full organization of the biking tour.
- Introductory briefing in Bled on day 1 (morning or afternoon).
- Self Guided LIFE Booklet with detailed itinerary and route instructions, timetables and details with all vouchers for accommodations, private transfers, ...
- Gps routes/tracks (all stages).
- APP for navigation (login with phone or tablet) and phone holder.
- Emergency contact number and 24/7 support.
- 7 nights in 3*/4* hotel accommodation with breakfast.
- Luggage transfers between accommodations; according to the itinerary
- Return transfer from Motovun/Poreč to Ljubljana or Bled.
- Tourist tax and VAT.
What is not included in this tour?Items that are not included in the cost of tour price.
- Travel to Slovenia (the start and end point of the tour)
- Food and drinks: all food and drinks, except breakfast and dinner
- Items of personal nature
- Travel Insurance
- Bike & bike equipment
High season surcharge: 190€ (June 15th to September 15th)
Optional extras:
- * Bike rental: Trek Checkpoint Garvel: 40€/day
- Rental Ortlieb waterproof frame pack, seat pack, handlebar pack, gravel bags for luggage: 60€
- Single supplement: 480 €
- Garmin GPS device rental: 50€
* bike rental includes: bike rental with helmet, simple rain cover jackets, lock, pump, spare tube, Squirt chain lube and repair kit.
- Day 1 Lake Bled Biking Day
- Day 2 Bled to Lake Bohinj - Julian Alps Loop
- Day 3 Bled to Ljubljana Riding
- Day 4 Ljubljana - Great Ljubljana Riding Loop
- Day 5 Ljubljana to Postojna Gravel Biking
- Day 6 Postojna – Human Fish Loop
- Day 7 Postojna to Piran – To Adriatic sea Gravel Riding
- Day 8 Piran to Motovun (Croatia) - Grinding On famous Parenzana Trail
3/4-star hotels
Accommodation is in a combination of 3* and 4* hotels (comfortable with en-suite) and private accommodations.
Day 1: Small hotel or private accommodation in Bled (double/twin room with breakfast)
Day 2: Small hotel or private accommodation in Bled (double/twin room with breakfast)
Day 3: Small hotel or private accommodation in Ljubljana (double/twin room with breakfast)
Day 4: Small hotel or private accommodation in Ljubljana (double/twin room with breakfast)
Day 5: Small hotel or private accommodation in Postojna (double/twin room with breakfast)
Day 6: Small hotel or private accommodation in Postojna (double/twin room with breakfast)
Day 7: Small hotel or private accommodation in Piran (double/twin room with breakfast)
- Jacket – warm, wind & waterproof, soft-shell,
- comfortable clothes,
- sunglasses, sunscreen, lip balm, any other sun protection,
- water bottle (preferably reusable),
- first aid (a small basic kit with items such as bandages, antiseptic wipes, gauze, antibacterial ointment, sterile pads),
- small bike backpack to pack all your day belongings,
- biking shoes – choose wisely!
- The tour is considered to be moderate to challenging. There is an average of 5-6 hours of biking each day with many ascends and descends. A good physical condition is essential.
- Make sure you take sufficient water/drinks on a trip every day.
- Breakfast is included in every accommodation.
- We advise that you to start your daily trips early in the morning to allow yourself enough time to stop often and enjoy the scenery and escape the hot summer sun.
- In case bad weather is predicted, do not forget to bring your rain-covers and a change of extra dry clothes. We also advise in this case that you to place packed things in plastic bags before packing them in the backpacks.
- All customers are required to notify us before booking the tour of any medical conditions, as well as dietary restrictions. All medications can and should be brought to all activities in the program. If you suffer from any medical conditions, we strongly suggest that you consult your physician before booking a tour to receive an expert medical advice. We are more than happy to discuss and recommend the most suitable adventure for you based on your conditions, but cannot ultimately be responsible for your health.
We suggest that you travel with a comprehensive travel insurance, including emergency evacuation coverage. We strongly recommend that you purchase travel insurance that includes cancellation protection so that you will be covered in the event that you are unable to attend our trip (due to injury, illness or other unforeseen circumstances). We do not provide travel insurance for our clients. Please contact your local travel agent to purchase travel insurance. As coverage and a price of the insurance changes depending on your travel destination, do make sure that you purchase a coverage for all countries you will be traveling in on your adventure.
The tour is considered to be moderate level of difficulty. A good physical condition is essential.
Due to the nature of the package, this program is not recommended for children younger than 16 years and pregnant women.
All minors must be accompanied by an adult, who is either their parent or legal guardian.
We are specialists for self guided tours and holidays throughout Croatia and Slovenia, with creative itineraries that feature the best of each region at the greatest possible value to you. With over 15 years of experience, we know all the secrets of self guided tours.
We are a team, which passionately believes that adventure and sustainable travel makes the world a better place. We are committed to creating unique stories, successful tours, itineraries and holidays.
At LIFE Adventures we have carefully chosen itineraries to showcase the best of the region. Our itineraries are designed with flexibility and comfort in mind. In many places we stay for two nights, giving you the option to cycle, walk or take a break and relax instead.
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