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Ride between the mountain huts of Slovenia on a gravel riding adventure.
Gravel ride in eastern Pohorje and the stunning Logarska Valley.
Enjoy rugged roads and single-track trails in the amazing Slovenian Alps.
Cycle the emerald Soča Valley and the spectacular Triglav National Park.
Immerse yourself in Slovenian culture during your stays at mountain huts and charming family-run guesthouses.
Discover the gravel backroads and rugged single-track trails of beautiful Slovenia. The Slovenia Bikepacking Gravel Ride takes you on an epic adventure through the Alps and nature parks of stunning Slovenia. Ride between mountain huts with only your essentials and your bike to experience the freedom of a bikepacking holiday- a perfect blend of backpacking and biking!
This exciting cycling tour takes you through stunning alpine valleys surrounded by the peaks of the Alps. You’ll visit the Pohorje and Lorgarska area, Triglav National Park, and the incredible emerald Soča Valley. Make your holiday unforgettable on this gravel riding tour of Slovenia.
Discover the gravel backroads and rugged single-track trails of beautiful Slovenia. The Slovenia Bikepacking Gravel Ride takes you on an epic adventure through the Alps and nature parks of stunning Slovenia. Ride between mountain huts with only your essentials and your bike to experience the freedom of a bikepacking holiday- a perfect blend of backpacking and biking!
This exciting cycling tour takes you through stunning alpine valleys surrounded by the peaks of the Alps. You’ll visit the Pohorje and Lorgarska area, Triglav National Park, and the incredible emerald Soča Valley. Make your holiday unforgettable on this gravel riding tour of Slovenia.
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Self-Guided Slovenia Bikepacking Gravel Ride Itinerary
Day 1 Start Your Cycling Adventure
Your tour begins with a welcome meeting in Ljubljana before you take a transfer to the Maribor–Pohorje ski hill. Here you’ll begin your first gravel ride through the mountains to the village of Slovenj Gradec.
Tonight you’ll enjoy a quiet stay at a charming local farmhouse.
Overnight Location: Guesthouse in Slovenj Gradec
Distance: 6-7 hours, 75km, 2180m of ascent and 2980m of descent
Meals: None
Day 2 Cycle to Mount Peca
Enjoy a hearty breakfast at the farmhouse before you start your ride. Today you’ll be grinding the gravel trails through beautiful mountain forests to the Mount Peca Hut.
Tonight you’ll have dinner and spend the night at the mountain hut.
Overnight Location: Mountain hut in Peca
Distance: 6-7 hours, 50km, 2640m of ascent and 1660m of descent
Meals: Breakfast
Day 3 Alpine Valley Ride
Wake up to the fresh mountain air and continue your ride through the mountains. The trail will be a little easier today as you descend into the spectacular Logarska Valley. This glacial valley is one of the most beautiful in the country, and you’ll love the view of the rocky peaks rising above the emerald green valley floor.
Overnight Location: Mountain hut in Logarska Valley
Distance: 5-6 hours, 48km, 1570m of ascent and 2200m of descent
Meals: Breakfast
Day 4 Cycling the Karavanke Mountains
Today the gravel trails before you lead through the Karavanke mountain range. Enjoy riding along the scenic grass-covered slopes as you grind Kofce and Šija mountains.
Your route today goes as far as Šija, where you’ll find another mountain hut to visit for the night.
Overnight Location: Mountain hut on Šija
Distance: 6-7 hours, 66km, 2100m of ascent and 1950m of descent
Meals: Breakfast
Day 5 Mountain Ride to Kranjska Gora
Hop on your bike in the morning to begin the first leg of your journey from Mount Šija to beautiful Zelenica, then follow the alpine trails high above iconic Lake Bled to Valvasor Hut. You’ll finally descend into Mojstrana from here.
Next, you’ll ride to the stunning Kranjska Gora ski resort and on to the Tonka mountain hut. You’ll stay here tonight and enjoy the views across the Julian Alps.
Overnight Location: Tonka Mountain Hut
Distance: 6-7 hours, 69km, 1980m of ascent and 2165m of descent
Meals: Breakfast
Day 6 Grind the Mountain Pass
Continue your exploration of the Julian Alps as you ride from your mountain hut to the charming town of Bovec. Your route will take you across the scenic Vršič mountain pass and into the lush green Soča Valley.
Tonight, you’ll enjoy another stay at a local farmhouse.
Overnight Location: Guesthouse near Bovec
Distance: 5-6 hours, 48.5km, 1250m of ascent and 1380m of descent
Meals: Breakfast
Day 7 Explore the Emerald River Valley
Your ride through the Soča Valley will be an exploration of greens. The spectacular green carpet over the Kobariški ridges will give way to the gorges and turquoise waters of Tolmin. As you ride to the mountain hut near Tolmin, you’ll definitely be tempted to stop and admire the landscape in awe.
Overnight Location: Mountain hut near Tolmin
Distance: 6-7 hours, 58.5km, 1450m of ascent and 1180m of descent
Meals: Breakfast
Day 8 Mountain Wilderness Ride
The route today will continue to lead you into the stunning mountain wilderness. Enjoy the spectacular views as you ride the alpine roads from Tolmin to Cerkno. Peaks will surround you on this lovely stretch.
You’ll finish today’s stage at a farm guesthouse in Zakojca.
Overnight Location: Farmhouse in Zakojca
Distance: 5-6 hours, 32km, 1160m of ascent and 660m of descent
Meals: Breakfast
Day 9 Pathway to the Capital
After a delicious breakfast at the farmhouse, you’ll head out for another amazing day of cycling. Take some time to visit the picturesque medieval town of Škofja Loka. Then you’ll continue your ride to Ljubljana, the nation’s capital city. End the tour with a bang (or a generous meal and a pint) and enjoy the evening here.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Ljubljana
Distance: 6-7 hours, 83km, 2600m of ascent and 2195m of descent
Meals: Breakfast
Day 10 Tour Concludes
This morning your tour finishes after check-out. You can stay and explore more of Slovenia or catch your flight at the Ljubljana airport.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Ljubljana
Distance: 6-7 hours, 83km, 2600m of ascent and 2195m of descent
Meals: None
2024 Departures The departures are available daily, from May 15th to October 15th.
- Single room: from EUR1318*
- Sharing a double room: from EUR998*
Accommodation on the Self-Guided Slovenia Bikepacking Gravel Ride
This tour is based in mountain huts and guesthouses or hotels. The hotels will be small locally-run establishments that are 3 or 4-star. Mountain huts will be more rustic and may have shared washroom facilities.
In some cases, the accommodation listed below may need to be substituted for other comparable accommodations.
Single Rooms and Solo Travellers
Rooms are double occupancy. You can pay a supplement of EUR240 to have a private room where possible. Solo travellers will be required to pay a supplement.
What’s Included in the Self-Guided Slovenia Bikepacking Gravel Ride?
Meals
9 breakfasts are included.
Accommodations
Accommodations for 9 nights are included. Accommodations before and after the tour are not included but can be added as a supplement.
Transportation during the Tour
Transportation for you and your luggage from Ljubljana to Maribor at the beginning of the tour is included. Airport transfers are not included. You will be in charge of carrying your daily luggage on your bike during the tour.
Also Included
- 24/7 support services
- Tourist taxes
Not included
- Flight
- Travel insurance
- Luggage transfers between accommodations
- Meals, drinks, or snacks not previously mentioned
- Personal expenses
- Park entrance fees
Optional Extras
- Additional nights before or after the tour
- Single occupancy upgrades
- Optional activities or excursions
- Luggage transfers between accommodations
- Bike rental – Trek Gravel Bike Checkpoint ALR 4 or AL 3 with helmet, rain cover, lock, pump, spare tube, chain lubricant, and repair kit. Also includes Ortlieb waterproof frame pack, seat pack, handlebar pack, and gravel bags for luggage.
- How hard is the Self-Guided Slovenia Bikepacking Gravel Ride?
- Do I need a visa to travel to Slovenia?
- Are meals included on the Self-Guided Slovenia Bikepacking Gravel Ride?
- Do I need insurance?
- How do I get to Ljubljana to start this tour?
- Is the Self-Guided Slovenia Bikepacking Gravel Ride guided?
- Where does the Slovenia Bikepacking Gravel Ride end?
- Are bike rentals included?
- Can I bring my own bike?
- Do I need special vaccines to travel to Slovenia?
- Are there any travel restrictions for Slovenia?
- When is the best time to travel to Slovenia for this tour?
We rate this tour as a 5/5. This tour is geared towards experienced cyclists who are able to ride up to 80km per day on moderate to challenging trails. The terrain will be varied; you’ll be riding across some rugged and remote trails including gravel, single track, and a few paved roads.
Check with your local country about visa requirements. You could also try this website, though you should verify with your government.
9 breakfasts are included.
Yes, it is mandatory to have health and medical insurance to join this trip, and your insurance should cover mountain biking. Get your Travel Insurance.
Fly into Ljubljana Jože Pučnik Airport (LJU). Airport transfers to the meeting point in Ljubljana are not included.
This tour is not guided. If you’d prefer a similar itinerary with a guide, check out our Guided Slovenia Bikepacking Gravel Ride.
This tour ends in Ljubljana, and your transportation to Ljubljana Jože Pučnik Airport (LJU) at the end of the tour is not included.
No, bike rental is not included in the tour price but can be added for an extra charge.
Yes, you’re welcome to bring your own bike and equipment. Please notify the tour operator at the time of booking if you’d prefer to use your own equipment.
Check with your family doctor.
Please check with your local government about travel restrictions before you book your tour. This map from the US Department of State provides an overview of the current status in countries around the globe. The UK‘s Foreign Office and Government of Canada also provide advice on foreign travel. Note that the travel advice may change depending on your nationality.
The best time to travel to Slovenia for this tour is between June and September when the weather tends to be warm and clear.
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