Croatia & Slovenia's Alps Bike Tour
Couples, Friends & Solos
6 days
5 nights
Activity Levels 2-4
Premiere & Casual Hotels
Croatia & Slovenia's Alps Bike Tour
Couples, Friends & Solos
6 days
5 nights
Activity Levels 2-4
Premiere & Casual Hotels
2025: Jun-Oct2026: May-Oct
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.
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
StartLjubljana, Slovenia
EndTrieste, Italy
* Start/End locations may vary. Do not book flights until your trip details are confirmed.
Itinerary
Days 1-2
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.
Nights 1-2
Covered in ivy and situated on a private beach sits one of the area's oldest hotels. The location on the shore of Lake Bled remains the crème de la crème, and the property today wears its history on its sleeve, with original pools that were part of Bled's first swimming complex during Austro-Hungarian times. (pool, spa)
Day 3
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.
Night 3
Overlooking the Adriatic Sea, this luxurious hotel offers stellar service and blends contemporary design with classic elegance. (pool, spa)
Days 4-6
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.
Nights 4-5
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)
What's Included
See moreStraight Talk
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.
Croatia and Slovenia are popular tourist destinations with busy peak seasons, especially during the summer months and on national holidays. We’ve planned our itinerary to take you off the beaten path, but crowds are common in this region, particularly on the coast. Keep in mind that summer heat can make biking and hiking more challenging.
While Hotel Vila Bled offers outstanding service and amenities, please note that they are not equipped with air-conditioning and guest rooms can occasionally become warm during peak temperatures.
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
Premiere Hotel
Covered in ivy and situated on a private beach sits one of the area's oldest hotels. The location on the shore of Lake Bled remains the crème de la crème, and the property today wears its history on its sleeve, with original pools that were part of Bled's first swimming complex during Austro-Hungarian times. (pool, spa)
Night 3
Premiere Hotel
Overlooking the Adriatic Sea, this luxurious hotel offers stellar service and blends contemporary design with classic elegance. (pool, spa)
Nights 4-5
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)
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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.
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
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
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+
- $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.
Dates & Prices
Dates & Prices
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