Lake Bled & Slovenian Alps

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Welcome to Hotel Astoria. Unpack and settle in.
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    [title] => Lake Bled
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Today’s walks take place around Lake Bled and explore the wooded upland areas to the west of the lake.
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                            [title] => Mlino, Bohinjska Bela & Lake Bled
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Distance: 7 miles (11km)
Total ascent: 700 feet (210m) 
In summary: The walk starts by the lake and heads towards the village Mlino where we turn away from the lake and descend towards the River Bohinjka and the village of Bohinjska Bela. Here we take a wooded path which rises over a col and back to the northern side of the lake where we walk to the hotel below the castle with views to the island.
Highlight: A great introduction to the picturesque Lake Bled.
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                            [title] => Mlino, Kupljenik, Bohinjska Bela & Lake Bled
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Distance: 9½ miles (15km)
Total ascent: 1,300 feet (400m)
In summary: Walking via Mlino, we cross the river and following the path to the village of Kupljnik with stunning views back over the lake. We then descend to Bohinjska Bela, crossing the river again, and follow the easier route back to Bled.
Highlight: Stunning views of the lake.
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    [title] => Lake Bohinj & Mostnica Gorge
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The bus will take us to the beautiful Bohinj valley and lake. Both groups will be dropped off at the village of Stara Fuzina.
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                            [title] => Mostnica Gorge
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Distance: 8 miles (13km) 
Total ascent: 1,200 feet (350m)
In summary: We ascend through the attractive old village into a narrow valley that opens out into Alpine pastureland. There may be time for a swim in Lake Bohinj or a paddle in the Mostnica river.
Highlight: At the head of the valley is the spectacular Mostnica waterfall, one of the ‘must see’ attractions of the area.
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                            [title] => Mostnica Gorge and Uskovnic Ridge
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Distance: 9½ miles (15km)
Total ascent: 2,500 feet (750m)
In summary: We begin by following the same route as the easier group to the waterfall. We head east, ascending to the village of Uskovnica before descending on tracks and forest paths back to Stara Fuzina.

Highlight: After the waterfall at the head of the valley we enjoy views back to Triglav from the ridge.
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    [title] => Vršič Pass to Kranjska Gora
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The longest coach ride of the holiday takes us to Kranjska Gora, a mountain village and skiing centre deep in the Julian Alps. The coach will then leave the valley to ascend through a number of hairpin bends to reach the top of the Vrsic Pass, from where both groups will enjoy the view.
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                            [title] => Pišnica Valley
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Distance: 6 miles (10km)
Total ascent: 500 feet (150m) 
Total descent: 1,700 feet (520m)
In summary: : The group leave the bus in the Vrsic valley and pass through woodland pasture beside a stream with spectacular waterfalls, passing near the glacial Jasna Lake.
Highlight: Jasna Lake is a beautiful clear lake with white sand around the rim. Its surface reflects the surrounding mountains and it is guarded by a bronze statue of Zlatorog, a golden horned Ibex.
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                            [title] => Vršič Pass and Visoki Maverinc Belvedere
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Distance: 10½ miles (17km)
Total ascent: 1,500 feet (450m)
Total descent: 4,000 feet (1,220m)
In summary: This walk starts by descending a path from the pass followed by an ascent through woodland to the Visoki Maverinc Belvedere. The path zigzags to reduce the gradient. We stop
 for lunch at the summit before descending to Lake Jasna, with the option to continue towards Kranjska Gora.
Highlight: Stunning views of the valley and surrounding hills.
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    [title] => Free Day
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Each week there is a free day when no guided walks are offered. This is an ideal opportunity to relax around the hotel, walk independently or visit local places of interest. Some options for your free day might include:
Ljubljana: The capital city of Slovenia is a most attractive city, with plenty of museums and shops. It can be reached easily by bus or minibus. See our leaders for further details and fares.
Bled Castle: A short but steep walk will take you to the castle. It costs approximately €9 to go round the museum. There is a shop, historic printing press and a café.
Wellness Centre: The hotel has a wellness centre, located on the first floor. It offers concessionary rates to guests, details of which can be found in your room. Treatments include various types of massage, manicures, facials, sauna and a plunge pool.
Activities: Near the bus station are offices offering a variety of activities, including gorge walking/ canyoning, horse riding, paragliding and kayaking. Guests may also like to try the summer toboggan run on the slopes of Straza.
Cycle hire: The hotel has bikes for hire. Explore the quiet side roads and farming villages around Bled. Please book this at reception. Current rates are from €4 for an hour.
Land train around Lake Bled: A land train follows the lakeside path. It leaves the town every 45 minutes from late April until mid-October; however it doesn’t run in poor weather.
 
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    [title] => Lake Bohinj, Vogel and Šija
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Today the two parties again travel by bus to Lake Bohinj, the easier group taking a lovely lakeside walk while the harder party takes in peaks to the south of the lake.
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                            [title] => Lake Bohinj and Orlova Glava
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Distance: 7 miles (11km)
Total ascent: 1,000 feet (300m)
In summary: We make our way to the Vogel cable car and ascend to enjoy the views over the lake. If conditions permit, we take a short walk to the summit of Orlova Glava to see the views to the Triglaf Massif, and enjoy the upland environment. Our walk continues to visit the First World War cemetery at Ukanc and descends to the lakeshore. We the follow a path close to the lake to the village of Ribcev Laz with its much photographed church.
Highlight: Lake Bohinj is considered by many to be the most attractive lake in Slovenia.
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                            [title] => Vogel and Šija
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Distance: 7 miles (11km)
Total ascent: 2,900 feet (900m)
In summary: The bus will drop this group at the foot of the cable car, and we then ascend to the upper station. We ascend through a picturesque valley to the sumit of Vogel. Mt Vogel is a great viewpoint in good weather and provides an excellent vantage point for Triglav, the highest mountain in Slovenia. On the return route to the cable car, we can also take in the summit of Sija.
Highlight: An excellent high level alpine walk.
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    [title] => Vintgar Gorge and Debela Peč
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Today the two parties split. The easier walk returns to the Bled area for a visit to the Vintgar Gorge, yet  another famous attraction in the region. The harder group will ascend Debela Pec; this peak has spectacular views into the deep Krma Valley, with the Triglav massif beyond.
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                            [title] => Vintgar Gorge and back to Bled
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Distance: 5 miles (8km)
Total ascent: 650 feet (200m)
In summary: We descend to view the waterfall before ascending to an ancient church. From here
we take a balcony path with splendid views over the area to return to the start
of the gorge to catch the shuttle bus back into Bled.
Highlight: the amazing rock structures
of the gorge.
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                            [title] => Debela Peč
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Distance: 7½ miles (12km)
Total ascent: 2,600 feet (790m)
In summary: We use hired transport to reach the high forests to the west of Bled. The walk ascends gently through woodland pitted with the remnants of ancient iron workings, then more steeply to reach a remote mountain hut or ‘Dom’. We continue the ascent to the ridge above the Krma valley. Here a winding path passes deep swallow holes, then takes us to the final ridge and viewpoint of Debla Pec. We will retrace our steps along the ridge and take a different route down to the Dom. We will retrace our steps along the ridge on a circular route.
Highlight: A challenging walk to a spectacular viewpoint.
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    [title] => Departure Day
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We hope to see you again soon.
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Welcome to Hotel Astoria. Unpack and settle in.
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    [title] => Lake Bled
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Today’s walks take place around Lake Bled and explore the wooded upland areas to the west of the lake.
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                            [title] => Mlino, Bohinjska Bela & Lake Bled
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Distance: 7 miles (11km)
Total ascent: 700 feet (210m) 
In summary: The walk starts by the lake and heads towards the village Mlino where we turn away from the lake and descend towards the River Bohinjka and the village of Bohinjska Bela. Here we take a wooded path which rises over a col and back to the northern side of the lake where we walk to the hotel below the castle with views to the island.
Highlight: A great introduction to the picturesque Lake Bled.
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                            [title] => Mlino, Kupljenik, Bohinjska Bela & Lake Bled
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Distance: 9½ miles (15km)
Total ascent: 1,300 feet (400m)
In summary: Walking via Mlino, we cross the river and following the path to the village of Kupljnik with stunning views back over the lake. We then descend to Bohinjska Bela, crossing the river again, and follow the easier route back to Bled.
Highlight: Stunning views of the lake.
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    [title] => Lake Bohinj & Mostnica Gorge
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                            [title] => Mostnica Gorge
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Distance: 8 miles (13km) 
Total ascent: 1,200 feet (350m)
In summary: We ascend through the attractive old village into a narrow valley that opens out into Alpine pastureland. There may be time for a swim in Lake Bohinj or a paddle in the Mostnica river.
Highlight: At the head of the valley is the spectacular Mostnica waterfall, one of the ‘must see’ attractions of the area.
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                            [title] => Mostnica Gorge and Uskovnic Ridge
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Distance: 9½ miles (15km)
Total ascent: 2,500 feet (750m)
In summary: We begin by following the same route as the easier group to the waterfall. We head east, ascending to the village of Uskovnica before descending on tracks and forest paths back to Stara Fuzina.

Highlight: After the waterfall at the head of the valley we enjoy views back to Triglav from the ridge.
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    [title] => Vršič Pass to Kranjska Gora
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The longest coach ride of the holiday takes us to Kranjska Gora, a mountain village and skiing centre deep in the Julian Alps. The coach will then leave the valley to ascend through a number of hairpin bends to reach the top of the Vrsic Pass, from where both groups will enjoy the view.
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                            [title] => Pišnica Valley
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Distance: 6 miles (10km)
Total ascent: 500 feet (150m) 
Total descent: 1,700 feet (520m)
In summary: : The group leave the bus in the Vrsic valley and pass through woodland pasture beside a stream with spectacular waterfalls, passing near the glacial Jasna Lake.
Highlight: Jasna Lake is a beautiful clear lake with white sand around the rim. Its surface reflects the surrounding mountains and it is guarded by a bronze statue of Zlatorog, a golden horned Ibex.
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                            [title] => Vršič Pass and Visoki Maverinc Belvedere
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Distance: 10½ miles (17km)
Total ascent: 1,500 feet (450m)
Total descent: 4,000 feet (1,220m)
In summary: This walk starts by descending a path from the pass followed by an ascent through woodland to the Visoki Maverinc Belvedere. The path zigzags to reduce the gradient. We stop
 for lunch at the summit before descending to Lake Jasna, with the option to continue towards Kranjska Gora.
Highlight: Stunning views of the valley and surrounding hills.
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Each week there is a free day when no guided walks are offered. This is an ideal opportunity to relax around the hotel, walk independently or visit local places of interest. Some options for your free day might include:
Ljubljana: The capital city of Slovenia is a most attractive city, with plenty of museums and shops. It can be reached easily by bus or minibus. See our leaders for further details and fares.
Bled Castle: A short but steep walk will take you to the castle. It costs approximately €9 to go round the museum. There is a shop, historic printing press and a café.
Wellness Centre: The hotel has a wellness centre, located on the first floor. It offers concessionary rates to guests, details of which can be found in your room. Treatments include various types of massage, manicures, facials, sauna and a plunge pool.
Activities: Near the bus station are offices offering a variety of activities, including gorge walking/ canyoning, horse riding, paragliding and kayaking. Guests may also like to try the summer toboggan run on the slopes of Straza.
Cycle hire: The hotel has bikes for hire. Explore the quiet side roads and farming villages around Bled. Please book this at reception. Current rates are from €4 for an hour.
Land train around Lake Bled: A land train follows the lakeside path. It leaves the town every 45 minutes from late April until mid-October; however it doesn’t run in poor weather.
 
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    [title] => Mountains above Lake Bohinj
    [introduction] => Today the two parties again travel by bus to the mountains above Lake Bohinj. The easier group follows a peaceful trail through forests and traditional alpine pastures, while the harder party ascends further towards Pršivec, one of the finest viewpoints above the lake.
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                    [title] => Option 1 - Planina Blato and Traditional Alpine Pastures
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Distance: 7 miles (11 km)
Total ascent: 1,400 feet (420 m)
 In summary: We begin our walk at Planina Blato and follow a pleasant marked trail through the forest to the traditional alpine pasture of Planina v Lazu. Here, surrounded by open meadows and traditional wooden shepherd huts, we get a glimpse of the pastoral life that has shaped the Bohinj mountains for centuries. We then continue to Planina pri Jezeru before following the trail back towards Planina Blato. The route is a peaceful introduction to the beautiful mountain landscape above Lake Bohinj.
 Highlight: Planina v Lazu, one of the most traditional and peaceful alpine pastures in the Bohinj area, with its beautiful wooden shepherd huts and open meadows.
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                    [title] => Option 2 - Vogar and Pršivec
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Distance: approximately 8 miles (13 km)
Total ascent: approximately 2,100 feet (650 m)
In summary: We start at Planina Blato and make our way through the forest to Planina Vogar, one of the most famous viewpoints above Lake Bohinj. From here, the trail continues towards the summit of Pršivec, with a steeper section near the top. The effort is rewarded with spectacular panoramic views over Lake Bohinj, the Bohinj valley and the surrounding Julian Alps. From Pršivec, we descend towards Planina pri Jezeru and continue along a traditional cart track back to Planina Blato.
Highlight: The panoramic viewpoint from Vogar and, higher up, the summit of Pršivec, offering some of the finest views over Lake Bohinj and the surrounding mountains.
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    [title] => Vintgar Gorge and Debela Peč
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Today the two parties split. The easier walk returns to the Bled area for a visit to the Vintgar Gorge, yet  another famous attraction in the region. The harder group will ascend Debela Pec; this peak has spectacular views into the deep Krma Valley, with the Triglav massif beyond.
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                            [title] => Vintgar Gorge and back to Bled
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Distance: 5 miles (8km)
Total ascent: 650 feet (200m)
In summary: We descend to view the waterfall before ascending to an ancient church. From here
we take a balcony path with splendid views over the area to return to the start
of the gorge to catch the shuttle bus back into Bled.
Highlight: the amazing rock structures
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                            [title] => Debela Peč
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Distance: 7½ miles (12km)
Total ascent: 2,600 feet (790m)
In summary: We use hired transport to reach the high forests to the west of Bled. The walk ascends gently through woodland pitted with the remnants of ancient iron workings, then more steeply to reach a remote mountain hut or ‘Dom’. We continue the ascent to the ridge above the Krma valley. Here a winding path passes deep swallow holes, then takes us to the final ridge and viewpoint of Debla Pec. We will retrace our steps along the ridge and take a different route down to the Dom. We will retrace our steps along the ridge on a circular route.
Highlight: A challenging walk to a spectacular viewpoint.
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    [title] => Departure Day
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We hope to see you again soon.
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