Spirit Of Alpine Slovenia

From our base on the shores of beautiful Lake Bled we take a network of paths on a short trek into the western part of the Julian Alps, following secluded gorges and ascending to high alpine pastures and viewpoints that afford us spectacular views of surrounding snow-capped mountains. A comprehensive trek then takes us into the amazing Triglav National Park, home to abundant wildlife and rare mountain wildflowers. Slovenia's highest peak, Mount Triglav (2864m) towers over countless vistas of scenic beauty - glacial lakes, grassy plateaus, clear rivers and the stunning colours of the welcoming valleys. We have the opportunity to discover many areas of historical significance such as the area near Mount Krn, where close to a million soldiers became the casualties of fierce fighting during World War I and the landscape was changed dramatically by grenades, mines and trenches. This horrific episode was graphically depicted by Ernest Hemingway in his moving book, "A Farewell to Arms"; however our impressions of this area are sure to be a softened when combined with the stunning panoramic vistas of the surrounding lush scenery and dramatic mountains. The trails that we follow take us to places that see few travellers. In following the call of the Slovenian wilderness, we discover for ourselves the wild heart of Europe.

Highlights

  • Lake Bled
  • Karavanke Mountains
  • Barons Tunnels
  • Julian Alps
  • Triglav National Park
  • Lake Bohinj

    Itinerary:

    1 (Fri) Arrive in Bled.2 Short hike into the Julian Alps near the border of Austria and Italy (5 hours, 1360m).3 Trek from Ljubelj into Karavanke Mountains. Stay in Ljubelj Mountain Hut (6 hours).4 Hike Old Ljubelj Pass with views of St Ana Valley from Rjava Pec (1614m). Overnight in Ljubelj mountain hut (7 hours).5 Hike from Lake Bohinj into Julian Alps, in Triglav National Park. Overnight in mountain hut at Dom na Komni (7 hours, 1730m).6 Head into high plateau of Bogatin via WWI relics. Ascend to peak of Mt Krn (7 hours, 2090m).7 Pass through seven lakes of Triglav Valley (7 hours).8 Descend to shores of Lake Bohinj and visit Slap Savica. Return to Bled for free afternoon.9 Trip ends after breakfast in Bled (Sat).

    Included: Peregrine tour leader, transport and sightseeing.
    Not Included: International flights, arrival and departure transfers, luggage transfer service, departure taxes, visas, insurance, other meals, drinks, optional additional tours or activities during free time, tips and items of a personal nature.
    Notes: You will be required to carry your own main backpack whilst hiking, a luggage transfer between mountain huts is not possible in this area. Suitcases of any kind are not suitable for this trip Slovenian Mountain Huts Ranging in size these are not rustic establishments but sound wooden structures with basic facilities including toilets and washbasins (some with only cold running water and outside toilets). We sleep in dormitory style rooms, with dinner on days 1 - 4 plus breakfasts on day 2 - 5 provided. Staying in mountain huts is traditional while trekking and helps to protect the fragile environment. It is an excellent way of experiencing the alpine way of life. Pre-departure document PDI Please carefully read these trip notes in conjunction with the pre-departure document (PDI) which you will recieve upon confirmation of your holiday. This important document contains further information about your European trip that you will need to know before you travel.
    Meals: 8 breakfasts5 dinners
    Valid From: 1/01/2008
    Starts/Ends: Bled/Bled
    Trip Reference: PEAS

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    Tour Operator
    Adventure Center
    Duration
    9 Days
    Escorted
    Escorted - Yes
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