Croatia & Slovenia's Alps Bike Tour

Couples, Friends & Solos

Small Group Adventures for:

Couples, Friends & Solos Adults 18+

Women's Adventures Women 18+

Families with Young Adults 20s & Beyond Best for ages 20+ (min. age 18)

Families with Older Teens & 20s Best for ages 16-23 (min. age 14)

Families with Kids & Teens Best for ages 7-17 (min. age 4)

6 days

5 nights

Activity Levels 2-4

We categorize our trips based on a range of activity levels from leisurely (1) to avid (5) with plenty of options in between.

Premiere & Casual Hotels

Premiere Hotels - Experience the world’s best, from lavish luxury to chic retreats with prestigious alliances.

Deluxe Hotels - Find modern comforts in extraordinary settings, with great ambience and ample amenities.

Casual Hotels - Known for their character, charm and proximity to outdoor adventures and Backroads activities.

Small Luxury Ships - Unpack once and cover more distance on an intimate ship with spacious staterooms and superb amenities.

Croatia & Slovenia's Alps Bike Tour

Couples, Friends & Solos

Small Group Adventures for:

Couples, Friends & Solos Adults 18+

Women's Adventures Women 18+

Families with Young Adults 20s & Beyond Best for ages 20+ (min. age 18)

Families with Older Teens & 20s Best for ages 16-23 (min. age 14)

Families with Kids & Teens Best for ages 7-17 (min. age 4)

6 days

5 nights

Activity Levels 2-4

We categorize our trips based on a range of activity levels from leisurely (1) to avid (5) with plenty of options in between.

Premiere & Casual Hotels

Premiere Hotels - Experience the world’s best, from lavish luxury to chic retreats with prestigious alliances.

Deluxe Hotels - Find modern comforts in extraordinary settings, with great ambience and ample amenities.

Casual Hotels - Known for their character, charm and proximity to outdoor adventures and Backroads activities.

Small Luxury Ships - Unpack once and cover more distance on an intimate ship with spacious staterooms and superb amenities.

2025: May-Oct

From $5,599 - $6,749 /person

Mountain Lakes, Rolling Vineyards & Enchanted Seaside

Slow down in Slovenia. Take time to marvel at snowcapped peaks and expansive river valleys. Pause to notice the brilliant blues of glacial lakes. Resist the urge to rush toward Croatia’s coastline. Let its beauty unfold as you bike to the Adriatic Sea. Then linger to watch the sunset light it all up. Ride as fast as you’d like, but know that there’s no need to hurry here.

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Highlights

  • Taste the diversity of this European crossroads, from decadent Austro-Hungarian pastries to Mediterranean-style seafood and wine
  • Bike peaceful roads through vineyards and orchards, between terraced hill towns and across the dramatic alpine valleys of Triglav National Park
  • Explore ancient Venetian villages and castle ruins that illustrate the Istrian Peninsula's fascinating history  
  • Glide by boat across the dazzling waters of Slovenia's glacial Lake Bled and off Croatia's Adriatic coastline
Croatia & Slovenia Bike Tour map

Croatia & Slovenia

Start Ljubljana, Slovenia

End Trieste, Italy

Airports & Travel details*

* Start/End locations may vary. Do not book flights until your trip details are confirmed.

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Itinerary

Days 1-2

Description

Begin your journey in Ljubljana, Slovenia, one of Europe's hidden gems • Bike to Bled, a picturesque resort town nestled in the foothills of the Julian Alps • Climb a beautifully forested route to Slovenia's Triglav National Park and enjoy lunch at a local cheese farm • Gaze over the mountains and 360 degrees of water as you tour the dramatic Church of the Assumption of Mary on Bled Island • End the day with a dinner fit for royalty as alpenglow lights up the surrounding peaks.

Accommodations

Nights 1-2

Grand Hotel Toplice
Bled
Premiere Hotel
Covered in ivy and situated on beautiful Lake Bled, this lovely property has a beautiful interior, a fascinating history and a private beach. (pool, spa) 
Hotels may vary based on departure. Any variations will be displayed when selecting a departure under Dates & Prices.

Day 3

Description

Discover Slovenia's postcard-perfect Radovna Valley and the famed mountaineering towns of Mojstrana and Kranjska Gora • Ski jumps in winter are just another part of the dramatic landscape in summer • Follow a scenic bike path along a converted railway • Relax into beach time in the romantic Slovenian fishing town of Portorož (Port of the Roses) • Dine on fresh-caught seafood and sample fine regional wines.

Accommodations

Night 3

Kempinski Palace Portorož
Portorož
Premiere Hotel

Overlooking the Adriatic Sea, this luxurious hotel offers stellar service and blends contemporary design with classic elegance. (pool, spa) 

Hotels may vary based on departure. Any variations will be displayed when selecting a departure under Dates & Prices.

Days 4-6

Description

Cross the border by bike as Croatia’s dense forests and terraced fields welcome you • Cycle peaceful roads to Livade, the country's truffle capital, and learn to spot these fragrant culinary delights • Ride from the Venetian town of Bale through central Istria’s striking landscape • Dive into history as you pass small villages, castle ruins and the remains of medieval towns • Stop for a swim on a deserted islet as you return by boat to our coastal retreat on the Adriatic.

Accommodations

Nights 4-5

Meneghetti Wine Hotel & Winery
Bale
Premiere Hotel

This tranquil country retreat is surrounded by lush olive groves and Mediterranean flora and features spacious rooms with rustic yet luxurious styling. A Relais & Châteaux member. (pool, spa) 

Hotels may vary based on departure. Any variations will be displayed when selecting a departure under Dates & Prices.

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We want to make sure you're on the trip that's right for you. Every Backroads trip is unique and this one is no exception.

From $5,599 /person

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Hotels

World-Class Hotels

Our hand-selected Premiere hotels offer exceptional hospitality and experiences as special as the regions we explore.

Hotels may vary based on departure. Any variations will be displayed when selecting a departure under Dates & Prices.

Nights 1-2

Grand Hotel Toplice
Bled

Premiere Hotel

Covered in ivy and situated on beautiful Lake Bled, this lovely property has a beautiful interior, a fascinating history and a private beach. (pool, spa) 

Night 3

Kempinski Palace Portorož
Portorož

Premiere Hotel

Overlooking the Adriatic Sea, this luxurious hotel offers stellar service and blends contemporary design with classic elegance. (pool, spa) 

Nights 4-5

Meneghetti Wine Hotel & Winery
Bale

Premiere Hotel

This tranquil country retreat is surrounded by lush olive groves and Mediterranean flora and features spacious rooms with rustic yet luxurious styling. A Relais & Châteaux member. (pool, spa) 

From $5,599 /person

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Bikes

Choose Your Perfect Bike

Our bikes are designed and built with specific cyclists and riding styles in mind, so we can always offer you a perfect ride. Please note that bike requests are subject to availability and prioritized based on the date they're submitted.

Bike with drop handlebars and a "New" label on the top left
Backroads Next Generation Performance Road Bike

Included in your trip price

  • Ideal for avid cyclists
  • Redesigned for 2024
  • Next gen titanium frame with carbon wheels
  • Responsive, efficient and comfortable
  • Drop handlebars only
Backroads Touring Bike
Backroads Touring Bike

Included in your trip price

  • Suited for a wide range of cyclists
  • Comfortable ergonomic seat
  • Long wheel base adds to the bike's control and stability
  • Upright handlebars only
Backroads Electric-Assist Bike
Backroads Electric-Assist Bike

Included in your trip price

  • One of the lightest e-bikes available
  • Provides plenty of power and more than enough battery
  • Lower top tubes for easier mounting and dismounting
  • Upright handlebars only
  • Limited availability on Unplugged Bike Tours;  learn more

Min. age to ride e-bike: 16+

Co-Motion Torpedo Tandem Bike
Tandem Bike
  • $400 rental fee
  • Hand-built frame features Co-Motion's custom-designed Cro-Moly steel tubeset, powerful Avid disc brakes, Shimano Ultegra drive train
  • Custom upgraded wheelset
  • Best for riders with some tandem experience.

From $5,599 /person

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Dates & Prices

Click on dates for pricing, itinerary variations (if any) and to book your trip. Price is per person, double occupancy in USD.

Unplugged dates are perfect for guests who want to ride an acoustic bike.
E-bikes are available to travel companions by request only.

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