Bled is a popular town on the shore of a beautiful glacial lake with a combination of natural wonders and unique culture and history. Take a stroll around the lake and visit its unique island church and medieval castle perched upon the edge of a towering precipice.
Itinerary
A walking holiday in the heart of the Julian Alps and along its mountain ridges. This is a stunning mountain hike, taking you through breathtaking alpine scenery and its many natural attractions, including Lake Bled & Lake Bohinj. The tour is suitable for fit and experienced walkers. It requires some basic experience of walking at high mountain levels and along narrow trails.
Program zájezdu
ARRIVAL to LAKE BLED
Místo startu
Bled, Bled, Slovenia
BLED – POKLJUKA HIGH PLATEAU (hard, 6 hrs, ↔ 14 km, ↑ 710 m, ↓ 640 m)
Commencing from the lush woodlands of the Pokljuka high plateau (1,280 m), today's journey takes you across fertile mountain pastures and through dense fir forests, ultimately leading you to Lipanska Hut for a customary hikers' lunch. Following this, you'll continue through the expansive panoramas of the Karavanke range, the Pokljuka plateau, the Krma valley, and the Bohinj mountains, ultimately arriving at the Pokljuka Biathlon Centre. It's a day immersed in natural beauty and fresh mountain air.
POKLJUKA – PLANIKA HUT (hard, 7 hrs, ↔ 12 km, ↑ 1.140 m, ↓ 110 m)
Today it's into the heart of the Triglav National Park and Julian Alps. The trail slowly ascends to Vodnikov Dom hut, amid the glorious views of Mt. Triglav (Slovenia's highest mountain – 2864 m), and its neighbouring peaks. You will spend the night at Planika hut, right underneath the summit of Triglav. Additional nights can be booked here, should you want to climb Mt Triglav (the climb is partly a “via ferrata”, some alpine experience and a helmet are recommended).
PLANIKA HUT – KOČA PRI TRIGLAVSKIH JEZERIH (hard, 6 hrs, ↔ 11 km, ↑ 230 m, ↓ 910 m)
You start today with a walk across the Hribarice pass (2358 m). Stop and admire the beauty of one of the Park’s seven lakes, Zeleno Jezero (Green Lake), before continuing on to enjoy a beautiful view into the rest of the Valley of the Triglav Lakes. A further three-hour hike brings you to the Koča pri Triglavskih Jezerih mountain hut on the shore of Double Lake.
KOČA PRI TRIGLAVSKIH JEZERIH – KOMNA HUT (intermediate, 3 hrs, ↔ 8 km, ↑ 130 m, ↓ 300 m)
Continuing your journey in a westerly direction, you'll arrive at Black Lake, the lowest and warmest of the seven Triglav lakes. Its name comes from its location in a basin nestled within the heart of the forest, which extends all the way to the edge of the Komarča rock face. Conclude your day by savoring a magnificent view of Bohinj Lake at sunset.
KOMNA HUT - RIBČEV LAZ / BOHINJ VALLEY (intermediate, 5 hrs, ↔ 16 km, ↑ 60 m, ↓ 1.050 m)
Today's itinerary starts with a visit to the renowned Savica Waterfall, a beloved attraction in Slovenia. This alpine karst spring pours its waters from the top of the waterfall, creating a majestic 78-meter cascade before feeding the impressive Lake Bohinj. A leisurely walk along the northern shore of Lake Bohinj will lead you to the charming village of Ribčev Laz. Here, you can warm your spirits with delicious homemade schnapps at the local bars.
RIBČEV LAZ – UPPER BOHINJ VALLEY – RIBČEV LAZ (medium, 5 hrs, ↔ 13 km, ↑↓ 480 m)
Today, you have the option to either take a well-deserved rest by the lake or embark on an additional tour to the upper Bohinj valley. Through idyllic villages, you'll ascend to Rudnica hill, a vantage point that commands the valley and grants a farewell view of the lake and the mountains you've explored during your journey.
DEPARTURE
Departure after breakfast.
Koncové místo
Ribčev Laz, Bohinj, Slovenia
Podmínky storna
Terms And Conditions Updated November 28, 2023
Conclusion of the Travel Agreement
By registering, the customer undertakes to enter into a travel agreement with Helia Travel Agency Ltd (hereinafter referred to as Helia Travel Agency). Registration shall take place in writing on the form designated for this purpose. A telephonic, oral or other form of registration with us or one of our partner agencies shall be equally binding. Registration shall be carried out by the registering party for all co-named participants. The registering party firmly agrees to these conditions of travel, including on behalf of and for the co-named participants. The agreement shall come into being upon acceptance by Helia Travel Agency or its partner agencies upon sending the booking confirmation. Subsidiary agreements and amendments to the concluded travel agreement shall require our written confirmation.
Accommodation
Each tour price is per person, generally based on double bedroom occupancy (two persons sharing). In some locations participants may occupy larger rooms/suites/apartments for more than two persons. Participants signing up individually, if they wish so, will be assigned roommates of the same sex. In mountain huts, participants can be accommodated in dormitories. On most tours there are a limited number of single-occupancy rooms available for those paying the extra supplement. Singles supplement will only be charged for those requiring single-occupancy rooms. Daily breakfast will be provided at the hotels.
Prices
Prices are presented in Euros (€). Prices are guaranteed independently of exchange rate variations. Our prices include only what is listed in programs and do not include airfares or other transportation costs to and from Slovenia.
Reservations and Deposit
Filling in and sending the online booking form or providing the relevant data via electronic message, fax or telephone to Helia Travel Agency Paying a deposit of 10% of amount stated on pro-forma invoice within eight days is a conclusion of travel arrangement. Payment can be made: by credit card (Mastercard / Eurocard or Visa ) or bank draft. We accept credit cards over the phone, fax or email.
Final Payment
Final payment is due 30 days before the tour begins.
Booking Modification Fee
Changes not requiring corrections of already issued proforma invoices (change of transfer time etc.) – free of charge
Complex changes requiring change of proforma invoice (day lineups, change of hotels at client request) 30 EUR per change.
Changing starting date is treated as cancellation of an already confirmed booking and will be treated as such per our cancellation costs scale.
Last Minute Booking Fee
Bookings falling within 21 days before arrival date – surcharge 10% on basic price
Cancellation and Refund Policy
If you cancel your booking the following cancellation scale applies:
- up to 28 days before arrival - 10% of total holiday cost
- 27 to 21 day prior to holiday start date - 20% of total holiday cost
- 20 to 14 days prior to holiday start date - 40% of total holiday cost
- 13 to 7 days prior to holiday start date - 70% of total holiday cost
- 6 to 1 days / day prior to holiday start date - 90% of total holiday cost
- no show on arrival day or interruption of your tour - 100% costs
Cancellations must be made in writing; the date it's received in the Helia Travel Agency office, is the date that applies for refund policies.
In no case is Helia Travel Agency liable to refund for unused services.
Participants
Helia Travel Agency reserves the right to refuse participation prior to or during a trip to any individual whose behavior and/or attitude interferes with the general enjoyment and well-being of other tour members and if anyone, participant or Helia Travel Agency staff, is endangered by this individual. In case any of the above mentioned happens Helia Travel Agency will not be liable to refund or pay any compensations as such.
Rights of the Travel agent
Helia Travel Agency reserves the right to change itineraries or tour arrangements if necessary or by what is known as "force majeure". In the case of a tour cancellation by Helia Travel Agency, registered participants will be refunded in total amounts paid to Helia Travel Agency which is not liable for any payments or compensation due to additional expenses such as non-refundable advance purchase airline tickets.
Baggage
One piece of baggage not exceeding 20 kgs (44 lbs) (Lufthansa dimensions) per person is allowed. The company is not responsible for any loss or damage to baggage (or) belongings. However, the company will assist with any claims made.
Insurance
Helia Travel Agency is fully insured according to the law for its activity, third part liability, work accidents for staff, and car passengers in our vehicles. We recommend all participants ensure your Travel Insurance has adequate coverage for cancellation and refund, luggage, medical expenses and repatriation, death and permanent disability.
Image Use
Helia Travel Agency reserves the right to use without charge any photographs or images of any kind of participants for bona-fide promoting and marketing purposes.
Law
These terms and conditions may only be waived by a manager of Helia Travel Agency in writing. When you sign the registration form you agree to accept all these conditions, and when we accept your reservation we agree to carry out our obligations to you as defined in this document and other information provided to you.
Unforeseeable circumstances and responsibility
You must accept, for participation in a Helia Travel Agency tour, that the normal flexibility of an adventure outdoor activity is necessary, and acknowledge that delays and alterations and their results are possible. Neither Helia Travel Agency nor any person assisting is responsible for any loss, injury, damage, accident, delay or irregularities sustained by the clients including those occurred outside the tour programs. The company does not accept responsibility for losses or expenses due to delay or changes in other services, accident, sickness, weather, strikes, war and other unforeseen circumstances.
Internet service and use of web site
Use of this website, booking request and the contract between participant and Helia Travel Agency is subject to the laws of Slovenia, and you irrevocably submit to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of Slovenia. If you are not located in Slovenia, we will not be liable for any breach of any foreign legislation, code or directive as a result of you using the services offered by us, or purchasing any of the travel-related products or services of third party suppliers made available through this website.
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Terms and Conditions prior to Nov 2023
General Terms and Conditions
These conditions are valid from 7.6.2018
Conclusion of the Travel Agreement
By registering, the customer undertakes to enter into a travel agreement with Helia Travel Agency Ltd (hereinafter referred to as Helia Travel Agency). Registration shall take place in writing on the form designated for this purpose. A telephonic, oral or other form of registration with us or one of our partner agencies shall be equally binding. Registration shall be carried out by the registering party for all co-named participants. The registering party firmly agrees to these conditions of travel, including on behalf of and for the co-named participants. The agreement shall come into being upon acceptance by Helia Travel Agency or its partner agencies upon sending the booking confirmation. Subsidiary agreements and amendments to the concluded travel agreement shall require our written confirmation.
Accommodation
Each tour price is per person, generally based on double bedroom occupancy (two persons sharing). In some locations participants may occupy larger rooms/suites/apartments for more than two persons. Participants signing up individually, if they wish so, will be assigned roommates of the same sex. In most tours there are a limited number of single-occupancy rooms available for those paying the extra supplement. Singles supplement will only be charged for those requiring single-occupancy rooms. Daily breakfast will be provided at the hotels. If booked extra, dinner will be provided at a standard restaurant, beverages will be provided by the clients.
Prices
Prices are presented in Euros (€). Prices are guaranteed independently of exchange rate variations. Our prices include only what is listed in programmes and do not include airfares or other transportation costs to and from Slovenia.
Reservations and Deposit
Filling in and sending the online booking form or providing the relevant data via electronic message, fax or telephone to Helia Travel Agency is a conclusion of a binging travel arrangement. Within 8 days a deposit of 30% of final amount must be paid. Payment can be made: by credit card (Mastercard / Eurocard, Visa or American Express) or bank draft. We accept major credit cards over the phone, fax or email.
Final Payment
Final payment is due 14 days before the tour begins. If paying by credit card, this amount will be automatically deducted.
Cancellation and Refund Policy
If you cancel your booking the following cancellation scale applies:
- up to 56 days prior to holiday start date - 20% of total holiday cost
- 35 to 55 days prior to holiday start date - 40% of total holiday cost
- 28 to 35 days prior to holiday start date - 70% of total holiday cost
- 1 to 27 days prior to holiday start date - 90% of total holiday cost
- no show on arrival day or interruption of your tour - 100% costs
Cancellations must be made in writing; the date it's received in the Helia Travel Agency office, is the date that applies for refund policies.
Participants
Helia Travel Agency reserves the right to refuse participation prior to or during a trip to any individual whose behaviour and/or attitude interferes with the general enjoyment and well-being of other tour members and if anyone, participant or Helia Travel Agency staff, is endangered by this individual. In case any of the above mentioned happens Helia Travel Agency will not be liable to refund or pay any compensations as such. In no case is Helia Travel Agency liable to refund for unused services.
Rights of the Travel agent
Helia Travel Agency reserves the right to change itineraries or tour arrangements if necessary or by what is known as "force majeure". In the case of a tour cancellation by Helia Travel Agency, registered participants will be refunded in total amounts paid to Helia Travel Agency which is not liable for any payments or compensation due to additional expenses such as non-refundable advance purchase airline tickets.
Baggage
One piece of baggage not exceeding 20 kgs (44 lbs) per person is allowed. The company is not responsible for any loss or damage to baggage (or) belonging. However, the company will assist with any claims made.
Insurance
Helia Travel Agency is fully insured according to the law for its activity, third part liability, work accidents for staff, and car passengers in our vehicles. We recommend all participants ensure your Travel Insurance has adequate coverage for cancellation and refund, luggage, medical expenses and repatriation, death and permanent disability.
Image Use
Helia Travel Agency reserves the right to use without charge any photographs or images of any kind of participants for bona fide promoting and marketing purposes.
Law
These terms and conditions may only be waived by a manager of Helia Travel Agency in writing. When you sign the registration form you agree to accept all these conditions, and when we accept your reservation we agree to carry out our obligations to you as defined in this document and other information provided to you.
Unforeseeable circumstances and responsibility
You must accept, for participation in a Helia Travel Agency tour, that the normal flexibility of an adventure outdoor activity is necessary, and acknowledge that delays and alterations and their results are possible. Neither Helia Travel Agency nor any person assisting is responsible for any loss, injury, damage, accident, delay or irregularities sustained by the clients including those occurred outside the tour programs. The company does not accept responsibility for losses or expenses due to delay or changes in other services, accident, sickness, weather, strikes, war and other unforeseen circumstances.
Internet service and use of web site
Use of this website, booking request and the contract between participant and Helia Travel Agency is subject to the laws of Slovenia, and you irrevocably submit to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of Slovenia. If you are not located in Slovenia, we will not be liable for any breach of any foreign legislation, code or directive as a result of you using the services offered by us, or purchasing any of the travel-related products or services of third party suppliers made available through this website.
Podrobnosti o zájezdu
Ubytování
Accommodation: four nights in 3* or 4* hotels; three nights in dormitories inside mountain huts, bed & breakfast.
Pojištění
Optional
- Extra night in Planika hut 55 EUR (BB)
- Guided ascent of Mt. Triglav (extra night at Planika hut required) 1-3 persons 480 EUR including equipment and IFGMA licenced guide
- Printed infomation package including route notes and corresponding maps delivered upon arrival 30 EUR
Letenky
Flights are not included.
Doplňkové služby
- Accommodation: four nights in 3* or 4* hotels; three nights in dormitories inside mountain huts, bed & breakfast.
- Transfer on day 2
- Luggage transfers between hotels (one piece per person, max 23 kgs / 50 lb). - every additional piece 40 EUR per trip. During high altitude walks, from day 3 to day 6 clients need to carry own clothing / personal items with them and main luggage is stored at the Helia office
- Tour description and maps in GUIBO application electronic form
- Local tourist and other taxes
- Welcome meeting
- Backup service (hotline) during the walk
Doplňkové služby
Additional Transfers:
Ljubljana Airport to Bled 1–3 persons: 85 EUR, 4–8 persons: 120 EUR
Ljubljana City to Bled 1–3 persons: 120 EUR, 4–8 persons: 160 EUR
Villach to Bled 1–3 persons: 160 EUR, 4–8 persons: 180 EUR
Klagenfurt Airport to Bled 1–3 persons: 200 EUR, 4–8 persons: 230 EUR
Lesce Bled Railway Station to Bled 1–3 persons: 20 EUR, 4–8 persons: 30 EUR
Trieste Airport to Bled 1–3 persons: 340 EUR, 4–8 persons: 390 EUR
Jídlo
Breakfast.
Guide
This is a self-guided hiking trip.
Dobré vědět
Měna
Slovinsko