Slovenia in Summer
Quick Itinerary:
- DAY 1: Arrival to Lake Bled
- DAY 2-3: Glacier Lakes of Bled and Bohinj and Surroundings
- DAY 4-5: Soca River Valley and Triglav National Park
- DAY 6-7: Ljubljana and surroundings
- DAY 8: Departure from Ljubljana
Summer is a prime time to visit Slovenia; the weather is stable and nature is in abundance. Green is the dominant colour in summer – forests are green, meadows and rivers too. It is the perfect time for hiking or a vacation by the sea. Alpine flowers are thriving and the last remnants of snow are melting. It seems that everybody is outdoors – hikers, cyclists, water-sports enthusiasts, and even photographers! Summer festivals take place all over the country, but nothing exceeds the lively Ljubljana outside concerts and performances which take place all summer long. Summer is also a time when farmers are harvesting their crops, and fresh fruit and vegetables are abundant to see, especially in Ljubljana’s beautiful open-air marketplace!
Summer in Slovenia is pure magic!
Full Itinerary
DAY 1: Arrival to Bled
Arrival to the airport of Ljubljana and transfer to Bled.
Orientation and tour details. We can already start photographing lake Bled with its beautiful setting. At our welcome dinner we can further discuss itinerary and get to know each other.
Overnight: Family owned pension at the heart of Bled, D
DAY 2-3: Glacier Lakes of Bled and Bohinj and Surroundings
We will have two full days to explore the beautiful Gorenjska region. The journey will begin in Bled, which is one of the most stunning places in Slovenia with its lake and the church on the island in the middle. We can visit the island by traditional “Pletna” boat. Bled Castle on the cliff above offers superb views on the lake, and there will be plenty of opportunities to capture landscape photos from this vantage. The nearby Lake Bohinj is also a glacier-made body like Bled, but as it is located in the heart of Julian Alps it provides a very different setting. After a brief stop to try some canoeing on the lake, we will head to the picturesque Savica waterfall. From there, we will pass through many picturesque small traditional-style villages on our way to the stunning Vintgar Gorge. Finally, after a long day of photographing we will grab some of Bled’s famous “kremšnita” cream cake, and renew our energy levels.
Overnight: Family owned pension at the heart of Bled, BD
DAY 4-5: Soca River Valley and Triglav National Park
Our way will take us to the highest mountain pass in Julian Alps, Vršič; its pinnacle affords beautiful views of the highest Slovenian mountains, and as we descend to the south we will meet the emerald waters of the Soča River. The river and its valley will be our base for the next two days as we explore all the hidden corners of the area which offers numerous gorges, waterfalls, WWI remnants, and much more. The keen wildlife photographers can try their luck with Alpine Ibex, this wild mountain goat is the king of the Julian Alps. From here, we will take a trip to the highest Slovenian road to the Mangrt Saddle which is over 2000m high.
Overnight: Family run hotel at Bovec area, BD
DAY 6-7: Ljubljana, Velika Planina
From the Alps, we will drive to Ljubljana, the capital of Slovenia. In three days we will cover all the city’s highlights: the Baroque churches, the lively outdoor marketplace, the Ljubljana Castle, romantic Ljubljanica river, and the masterpieces of renowned Slovenian architect Joze Plečnik. Ljubljana is a charming city where everything is within walking distance. The city offers an array of cuisine, you can dine at traditional “gostilna” (guest house), eat at a fine French restaurant, or enjoy delicious Italian fare. Further in our journey, we will visit Velika Planina, a traditional pasture high in the Kamnik Alps. Here we will take in fresh air, breathtaking views, traditional herding customs, and simple but tasty food. After an unforgettable day of photographing, you might want to have a local beer on the Ljubljanica promenade.
Overnight: Hotel in the Ljubljana city centre, BD
DAY 8: Departure from Ljubljana
After the breakfast check out from the hotel. Transfer to the airport of Ljubljana.
End of Tour, B.
Accommodation:
We will use centrally located 3-star hotel at Ljubljana. At Bled, Soca river valley we will stay at family-owned pensions. All places are carefully chosen for its location, convenience and qualty of service. The pricing is based on sharing a double/twin room, single rooms available at additional charges. For further information on accommodation please contact us.
The Tour includes:
Accommodation with HB (7 nights) double/twin rooms sharing (singles available upon request), Airport transfers and all transportation during the tour, expert photographer guidance (if group is larger than six, two photographers will accompany you), Velika Planina cable car and entrance fees (Bled Castle, Vintgar Gorge, Ljubljana Castle).
The Tour excludes:
Airfares, Airport transfers other than Ljubljana Airport (can be arranged), meals not mentioned in itinerary, drinks, tips, optionals.
Additional Notes:
- Single room supplement is 150€.
- Wireless internet is available at all places we stay.
- There are many optional activities available. Most popular are hot air balloon flights and panoramic flights over the Alps.
- Let us know if you would like to arrive early or you want to extend your stay. Karst region and North-East Slovenia are amazing places for photography and we recommend these places with all our heart!
- This tour is outdoor oriented and we will spend a lot of time in the nature. It is recommended to be reasonably fit to appreciate everything Slovenia has to offer.
Adriatic2Alps Photography Tours is a specialty travel agency that caters for photographers. It is based in Ljubljana, Slovenia and operates in the geographic region between the Alps and the Adriatic Sea.
