Julian Alps Road Cycling Holidays

Tackle some of the best roads of Slovenia's breathtaking Julian Alps, and enjoy plenty of mountainous scenery on your alpine cycling holiday.
Starting point
Kranjska Gora
Finish point
Ljubljana
Duration
2 nights / 3 days
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Two of the most famous road cycling tours in Slovenia in one weekend
Stay in the renowned cycling destination Kranjska Gora and enjoy the alpine environment
Put your endurance to the test in the most famous stage of three mountain passes: Vršič Pass, Mangart Saddle and Predil Pass
Cycle the local training roads of the world's best road cyclists Primož Roglič and Tadej Pogačar, the winners of Tour the France 2020
Visit Kranjska Gora, Bohinj, Pokljuka, Soča Valley and other Slovenia highlights
Share the challenge with an enthusiastic team of fellow cyclists
Enjoy a carefree ride with an expert support team consisting of a professional guide and certified mechanic
Lake Bled castle
Lake Bled castle

Itinerary

Day What we will do
DAY 1 Kranjska Gora
DAY 2 Pokljuka - Bohinj - Bled
DAY 3 Vršič Pass - Col du Predil Pass
DAY 1 - Arrival to Kranjska Gora

We gather in Kranjska Gora where everyone gets acquainted and the programme is presented.  If the bike is rented, fitting is performed. Then it’s dinner time, followed by a good night’s rest.

Accommodation

Hotel in Kranjska Gora

Highlights

The most famous Slovenian alpine stage
Mangart Saddle (optional) – The highest Slovenian road (2
072 m)
Predil Pass

Kranjska Gora town center
Kranjska Gora town center
Kranjska Gora town center
DAY 2 - Pokljuka Plateau

After a proper cyclist’s breakfast, we hit the 66 km spin with a 1250 m ascent over the Pokljuka Plateau. Then we wind our way down to the famous Bohinj and Bled lakes. At the latter destination, you will get to taste the delicious local cream cake dessert. We then return to base where we relax, recharge our energy levels, and have a good night’s rest.

Accommodation

Hotel in Kranjska Gora

DAY 3 - The king alpine stage

Today’s stage will consist of 110 km and 2800m of uphill cycling. We will head over Slovenia’s highest Alpine pass Vršič. After a long descent, you can also climb the country’s highest road to Mangart with its carved tunnels and jaw-dropping views. Next, it’s time to jump over the Col du Predil pass into Italy and finish with an easy flat section to cool down after an exhilaratingly long day. After relaxing at the hotel, it’s back to reality. We will drive you to Ljubljana or the airport, depending on your preference/schedule.

Extra days

Why not spend a few more days in Slovenia? Extend your holidays with a pre- or post-holiday extension. Accommodation, sightseeing and activities can be arranged. Add as many extra days to your holiday as you wish.

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Included in price

Professional local guide
2 nights 3* accommodation with breakfast
2x dinner
Full van support
Organization of everything
Transfer from Ljubljana to Kranjska Gora
* not included on self guided tours

Optional Extras

Return transfer from the airport
Rent of high performance road bike with fitting
Single supplement

Experience the diverse landscape of Slovenia’s countryside and that special rush that comes with the freedom of the road by joining a guided road cycling tour. This amazing 3-day adventure allows you to test your stamina on the most demanding Slovenian mountain roads and take in the incredible natural surroundings in one amazing active holiday.

If you’re a cycling enthusiast, who wants to combine top runs with stunning views, this 3-day active holiday is right up your alley. It consists of the best routes the Slovenian mountains have to offer.

You will get to experience this country’s immense diversity as you tackle the terrain in the Kranjska Gora area of the Julian Alps. Two amazing runs across varied, hilly terrain with unforgettable panorama and picturesque villages. To regain your lost calories, you will munch down on some delicious authentic local cuisine, including hearty breakfasts that will give you the boost you need.

You will cycle on less-traveled roads of the Alpine region. Less traffic, more freedom. Kranjska Gora, a small but lively Alpine town, is located near the Austrian and Italian borders and offers the best cycling routes in the region. The tour is led by a local guide who is a professional cyclist with years of experience and can double as a trainer.

The route is planned out very meticulously, so you get the most out of your ride. A support van is present throughout our ride, its driver is a highly trained mechanic who can tend to any technical issues that may arise. And if a participant falls behind or feels like he has had too much, our team will make sure the tour continues smoothly and the cyclist is picked up.

If you want to join the fun but don’t have your bike with you, we can supply you with a high-performance rental adjusted to your specifications.

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Things to know

The included pickup and drop-off at the end of the holiday in the price published on our website is in Ljubljana or Ljubljana airport. For any changes, please notify us upon booking. The included transfers are all the transfers between places and/or activities specified in the itinerary.

Both our back office team and our guides know where to go. We can give you recommendations or even pre-book some places for you. You can be adventurous and find places on your own. Either way, let us know if you would like any sort of help.

Cycling planned on our cycling holidays is moderate to challenging – some of the stages are quite long, some ascents can be challenging. The pace is entirely up to you. If you want to cycle more there is always room for extending a day. If you feel a stage is too demanding, don’t worry – you can always shorten it and shuttle a part of it with our support van.

It is important to dress for the season. Slovenia has all 4 seasons, so please check the weather forecast before the holiday regarding temperatures and rainfall. When you are close to the Alps, you can see all 4 seasons change in the same day, so your best bet is to always bring an extra layer and rain gear. Your guide will let you know each day what kind of weather you can expect for the next day and don’t worry – extra layers can always travel behind us in a support van.

It really depends on the level of your restriction. Vegetarian options are fairly easy to find in Slovenia, but vegan dishes, on the other hand, are extremely hard to come by in rural areas of the country and in smaller towns. Please note that the places where we stop for lunch are often traditional and may have difficulties accommodating you outside of their standard menu. We suggest you keep this in mind.

If you want to, sure! We are well aware that some people love to stay in groups while others prefer some more alone time on their trip. We wanted to give you the opportunity to do things your way. It is your holiday, after all! As long as you respect the group timings and locations designated by your guide, please feel free to customize your itinerary and create your own adventure!

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Self-guided

For travellers that want flexibility and independence. We organize the holidays of your choice, but the adventure of getting around is all yours. You will get a fly & drive itinerary with activities, accommodations and travelling tips with full support of our team for any emergencies or concerns.

Small group

For solo travellers or travellers who wish to meet other like-minded souls, don’t want to stress about trip planning and would maybe like to enjoy some time on their own as well. You will be travelling with our tour leader in a small group of maximum 8 people in a comfortable van with accommodation, entrance fees and a detailed plan of activities arranged. For guaranteed tour departures we have a minimum of 4 people.

Private guided

For travellers who want a holiday based on their preferences and needs. You don’t need to worry over itinerary planning or your next move, and at the same time you can enjoy the holidays at your own pace and take as much time on your own whenever needed. We take care of the entire organization and provide you with a professional guide, accommodation, transportation and plan of activities.

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