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Bled Road Cycling Adventure

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  • Possible dates:

    Feb - Nov

  • Duration:

    4 days / 3 nights / 3 biking days

  • Accommodation: Bled

    Visit: Bled, Bohinj, Kranjska Gora, Vršič Pass, Mangart saddle, Pokljuka, Julian Alps, Triglav National Park, Radovljica

  • Total elevation:

    Adjustable: 2500 - 7000 m

  • Total distance:

    ~ 200-300 km

  • Surface:

    Paved roads and cycling paths

Each private tour can be fully adapted before or during the tour to your wishes, cycling skills and physical fitness, with more or less distance and elevation.

PHOTOS

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Pricing

Price is based on 4* level accommodation.

With lower level of accommodation the price can be lower.

  • From 1.200€/person
  • All Inclusive (hotel accommodation, full board)
  • 2-3 persons: Please send inquiry for your dates
  • 4-8 persons: Please send inquiry for your dates
  • Hotel breakfast (hotel accommodation, breakfast)
  • 2-3 persons: Please send inquiry for your dates
  • 4-8 persons: Please send inquiry for your dates
  • Local appartment (appartment accommodation)
  • 2-3 persons: Please send inquiry for your dates
  • 4-8 persons: Please send inquiry for your dates

Price Includes

  • 3 nights of accommodation in selected 4* level hotel (double room)
  • 3 exciting guided bike tours in different areas
  • Premium road bike & helmet (Scott Addict RC)
  • Return Ljubljana Airport shuttle (or other preferred location)
  • Experienced local bike guide Blaž with license
  • Local suggestions for restaurants, activities, places, ...
  • Daily van shuttle to tour start point and back (in case needed)
  • Full support of your guide with service tools, first aid, spare tubes, extra power bars and water
  • Photos from the trip
  • *Meals depending on package: breakfast, lunch stop and dinner in local restaurants

Optional

  • Van Support on the ride
  • Meeting Slovenian (Ex) Pro Cyclists

Not Included

  • Airfare
  • Travel insurance

Day by day

Each private tour can be fully adapted before or during the tour to your wishes, cycling skills and physical fitness, with more or less distance and elevation and different tour for each day.

Highlights

  • Visit Triglav National Park: Julian Alps, Kranjska Gora, Bled and Bohinj Valley
  • Best roads and climbs in mountain region of Slovenia
  • Higlights of alpine Slovenia in active boutique way
  • Authentic local dishes
  • Rivers and lakes in hidden nature
  • Riding the roads of Slovenian cycling champions

01 Day – Arrival

Welcome to Slovenia, Bled – Imago Paradisi. Settle in your cozy hotel room and make yourself at ease. When ready, shake off your legs with an easy walk in the area if you would like.
Tonight we celebrate the beginning of this adventure with a dinner at our favourite local restaurant, to get to know each other and do a plan for the upcoming days. 

02 Day – Bled Lake, Pokljuka and Bohinj Lake

The circle around Lake Bled is simply a must. However, it can be upgraded with an ascent to the castle with a beautiful view of the lake and its surroundings, which we will explore. 

Afterwards, we would ride the climb to Pokljuka plateau, which is part of Triglav national park and where you can find the biathlon world cup race in the winter. The views are amazing all over the quality forest area in Slovenia. 

The road from Pokljuka to Bohinj Lake is a scenic route that passes through the beautiful countryside of Slovenia. Starting from Pokljuka, the road winds its way downhill through lush forests and meadows, providing stunning views of the surrounding mountains and valleys.

As you descend further, the road becomes narrower and more winding, but the views only get better. You’ll pass by quaint little villages, traditional wooden houses, and picturesque farmhouses that dot the landscape.

As you approach Bohinj Lake, the road opens up and provides panoramic views of the stunning turquoise waters of the lake, surrounded by towering mountains. The road follows the shoreline of the lake, providing plenty of opportunities to stop and take in the views.

Getting back to Bled through the gorge to have some well deserved dinner.

03 Day – Kranjska Gora, Vršič Pass, Mangart Saddle

30min drive with a van to start point in Kranjska Gora, to do the queen stage.

Road cycling from Kranjska Gora to Vršič Pass and Mangart Saddle is a challenging but incredibly rewarding experience for cycling enthusiasts. The route takes you through some of the most beautiful and breathtaking landscapes in Slovenia, with stunning views of the Julian Alps and the Soca River valley.

The ascent to Vršič Pass is the highlight of the ride, with 24 hairpin turns and a total elevation gain of over 1,200 meters. The views from the top are spectacular, with panoramic views of the Julian Alps and the surrounding valleys.

From Vršič Pass, the route descends towards the town of Bovec, passing through the beautiful Trenta valley and the towering peaks of the Mangart massif. The climb to Mangart Saddle is another challenging ascent, with steep gradients and switchbacks that take you to an altitude of 2,055 meters. The views from the top are breathtaking, with a panoramic view of the surrounding mountains and valleys.

Overall, the road cycling route from Kranjska Gora to Vršič Pass and Mangart Saddle is a challenging but unforgettable experience for cyclists who love steep climbs, sweeping descents, and breathtaking mountain scenery.

The route can be of course shorten and made easier.

In the meantime, the locals in Bled area are preparing us a dinner already. 🙂

04 Day – Radovljica, Jamnik and Soriška planina

First, a coffee stop near Bled – Radovljica. Radovljica Old Town is a charming and picturesque historic district located in the heart of the town of Radovljic. The Old Town is situated on a small hill overlooking the Sava River valley and is known for its well-preserved medieval architecture and quaint cobbled streets.

The route continues to the historic ironworking village of Kropa, located in the foothills of the Julian Alps, and ends at the picturesque hilltop settlement of Jamnik.

The climb to Jamnik is challenging but rewarding, with stunning views of the surrounding countryside at every turn. The route follows a winding road that ascends gradually towards the summit, with several steep sections that can be quite challenging for cyclists.

From Jamnik, the route takes cyclists along a winding road that ascends towards the summit of Soriška Planina, a high plateau that offers spectacular views of the Julian Alps and the surrounding valleys. The ascent is steep and challenging, with several switchbacks and gradients that can reach over 10%.

Route can also be shorten. After the tour we say goodbye with unforgettable memories and plans for the next ride on a road bike. 🙂

Margaret HepworthMargaret Hepworth
16:54 23 Oct 23
My husband and I had a fantastic experience with Blaz and Discover By Bike. Blaz arranged for transports, lodging, bike rentals and some guided tours. Everything was top notch and Blaz was a terrific guide. He is kind, knowledgeable, skilled, thoughtful and fun. I can’t recommend him more highly!
Danielle WiletskyDanielle Wiletsky
17:59 19 Oct 23
We had a wonderful afternoon ride with Blaz. The weather in October was a bit cold but we had a great day out discovering the areas around Bled. Blaz was generous to share insights on Bled and Slovenia and was so easy to work with in setting up the excursion. We will book again with Blaz when we return to this beautiful country. Highly recommend!
Armin HaugArmin Haug
11:56 08 Oct 23
We hadn't booked any bikes for our stay in Bled, the next day Blaz provided us with two high-quality e-bikes at short notice and took the time to suggest a great tour. Thank you for the prompt service, Blaz!
Just amazing!
Grzegorz WołodkoGrzegorz Wołodko
12:16 05 Oct 23
Very good contact, a lot of important and useful information. Thank you!!
Elise SmolenElise Smolen
14:50 08 Jul 23
Blaz is a fantastic tour guide! He took us on trails around the area with amazing views and varied terrain/difficulty during our 3 day mountain biking tour. He took the time beforehand to learn what we were interested in doing, our skill level, and our comfort on a bike and then really delivered! You can tell that he’s passionate about what he does and wants to make sure you have a great time. We learned a lot about Slovenia from him and would love to come back for another tour. Book with him - you’ll be so glad you did. Thanks a bunch, Blaz!
Jenny BJenny B
05:57 31 May 23
We had a wonderful day with Blaz exploring the local area around Bled and learning some of its history. Blaz was a delightful guide who not only introduced us to the beautiful Slovenian countryside, but also to a new and gentler way of looking at life! The quality of the bikes was outstanding and Blaz took great care of us as a couple of riders with only moderate bike riding experience.We had a great day and can highly recommend Blaz and his bike tours.
Silvia CabrinoSilvia Cabrino
07:17 25 May 23
We just did a wonderful travel with Blaz! We are a group of ten friends from Brazil. He planned for us a tailor made travel . From Italy, to Slovenia and finishing in Croatia. Everything perfect planned by Blaz. He gave us an assistance during this 7 days , taking the luggages, reserving the dinner, hiring the hotels and the bikes and everything else.. And also organized a day trip to the capital of Slovenia Liubliana, Lake Bled and Postojna Cave. I highly recomend his service!!!
David ReillyDavid Reilly
10:47 08 Aug 22
Took a guided tour last week with Blaz and I was delighted. Very knowledgeable and a really nice guy. We had a great chat about Slovenia which he is rightly very proud of. Bikes are good quality and well maintained. I highly recommend this tour company. David from Ireland.
ErikErik
20:32 31 Jul 22
It was possible to rent a bike last minute. Within thirty minutes four good quality bikes were ready to use!The environment is amazing in this area. I would advise everyone to go on a bike trip with this tour guide.
Femke VerdegaalFemke Verdegaal
15:14 30 Jul 22
What a great afternoon we had with Blaz! While visiting Ljublana for a few days (interrail) we wanted to find an opportunity to see the national park and Bled. Super to do this together with Blaz and on the e-mountainbikes of Discover By Bike. Blaz is very flexible, knows a lot about the history and culture and shares this with his guests. He even took a picnic with him to share some local food while we were at the lake.Amazing countryside, fantastic trip, and by using e-mountain bikes you can make the tour as heavy as you like (challenge: who uses the least amount of battery during the trip 😉).We had a tour of 4,5 hours and really really enjoyed it! Would recommend this to all.
Andrew DobbieAndrew Dobbie
07:00 24 Jul 22
After a week working in Ljubljana, I had a day to spare before flying home. As a keen cyclist, I found a route I’d like to ride and then contacted Doscover By Bike to see if they would be able to hire me a bike and also a guide to ride with, as I wasn’t familiar with the area. They were incredible! They checked out my idea for a route and improved on it, suggested the direction we should do it, and Blaz set a friendly pace.I couldn’t have asked for a better experience.
Kim St LaurentKim St Laurent
12:50 19 Jul 22
We had the greatest day with Blaz! A highlight of our time spent in Lake Bled. It was a challenging bike ride although his bikes handled the roads perfectly! The bikes were in excellent condition and easy to use! The pedal assist was nice to have on the hills! We strolled through villages and saw Triglav National park. Had a small picnic (local salmi and cheese) by a small beautiful lake. Honestly I loved this part the best because we had some great conversation with Blaz! He was full of interesting facts and taught us about the Slovenian culture. Thanks Blaz!! We also got to meet some of his best friends when we stopped for our Bled cake! We received a great tip for pizza in a neighboring village called Baffi House of Pizza! We tried that the next day!! Blaz is now considered our friend in Slovenia!
jen7123jen7123
06:31 07 Jul 22
An absolute must for anyone visiting Slovenia. I am not normally one to rate tours as they can be very standard and generic but this tour is a one off experience that you will not undergo if you were not with a local.Blaz took us on the most fun and incredible bike ride suited to our ability and needs. He took us to all the beautiful places that tourists do not get to so you get to experience all of the beautiful areas to yourself. We met some local people along the way, learnt about the local culture and ways, ate the local foods & drinks.Blaz himself was a incredibly caring man who will look after you for the day. Great conversation along the route.Thanks Blaz :-)
Deborah ConstantDeborah Constant
16:20 05 Jul 22
We spent the most fantastic morning with Blaz on Ebikes leaving from Bled and into the surroundings. The bikes were outstanding and he knows all sorts of interesting stuff about the area. He also supplied lunch of local produce. Definitely recommend anyone to spend time riding with this company if you are visiting Bled.
David WeinsteinDavid Weinstein
10:01 01 Jul 22
Just returned from a fantastic trip with Blaz. He is very knowledgeable about the local area and I would never have seen as much as I did if I had gone alone. He was very flexible and arranged the trip for me at very short notice. The surrounding area is stunning and the bikes were top of the range. I can’t recommend Blaz more highly!
Laurent CoolLaurent Cool
12:34 15 Jun 22
Blaž is amazing! He fixed me a bike super fast and also made some routes so I could have a nice experience in the beautiful moutains around Bled.If you want to know anything about going on a bike adventure he’s your man. I’ll be coming back next year with a small group to do an longer bike trip for sure!
Lien CornwellLien Cornwell
08:09 14 Jun 22
Amazing tour and company riding with Blaž! We truly got to know Slovenia much more during our adventurous ride as he took us through the country, local spots, history, and mountains while sharing so many wonderful stories with us. We already look forward to coming back for more!
Valentina ErčuljValentina Erčulj
10:46 24 May 22
We recently took an e-bike trip as a part of our teambuilding event in Kranjska Gora, and it was really an excellent experience. Although the team members had various biking experiences and background, the route was doable for everybody. With interesting and funny facts about the area which our tour guide Blaž told us along the way, the biking trip turned into funny, interesting, and really relaxed biking experience. Highly recommended 😊 to all who wants to have awesome time on a bike.
Neza PotocnikNeza Potocnik
07:49 26 Apr 22
We went on a bit different tour with Blaž - to the coast of Croatia (Istria). The seaside is amazing, and he is making sure that everyone in the group is doing well. The tour was a mixture of countryside, seaside and old city centres. You don’t need to be a big fan of cycling (I’m not), but the bike tour was really great experience. I would recommend this tour to a variety of people. 😁😊
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Your Bike Options

Premium Road Bike - Scott Addict RC

Carbon road bike with Ultegra Di2 / Sram eTap groupset.

Accommodation: Heritage Hotel Starkl or similar

/www.starkl.si
Your boutique stay directly by the Lake Bled - 2021 renovated

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Video of bike tours in this local area

FAQ - Frequently asked questions

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What about bad weather?

I always carefully check the weather and try to give you some tips about the right clothes and gear for the following tour. 

Of course, if you would decide to cancel, or if the weather is too extreme for your safety, we can see options of other different activities we can do that day.

I don't do sports/cycle. Can I still go on a tour?

Of course! You will have your electric bike to help you out and also the tour can always be adapted up to your wishes and fintess level. 

The tour distance, elevation and time can be adapted to your wishes before or during the ride. 

What should I have on a tour?

Sports wear, bottle(s) of water and some sun cream in summer months is ok to have. 

I provide you the helmet, first aid, service tools,… 

Is it possible to take a tour with our own bikes?

Of course. There will be a discount for the people on the tour with their own bikes. Contact me for more info and offer. 

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    Your Guide

    Hey, that’s me – Blaž (pronounced like ‘Blush’). 

    A certified local guide in his homeland, happy to create the best experience for you.

    Here to:

    • navigate you to all the important and hidden places,
    • share the knowledge and local stories about the area,
    • show you traditional places,
    • give you the idea of the local vibes,
    • show you best places to eat,
    • make sure that the tour will be a life-long memory for you,
    • help you in any possible way I can.

     

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