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Croatia & Slovenia Bike Tour

Alps, Vineyards & the Sea

From $4,499 - $4,949 pp dbl. occ. | 6 days / 5 nights

(+$1,120 for sgl. occ.)

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 ride 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

Discover Ljubljana in Slovenia, recently named Green Capital of Europe by the European Commission
Bike peaceful roads through lush vineyards, verdant forests, terraced hills and charming towns
Explore an ancient amphitheater in Croatia that once hosted gladiators and medieval tournaments
Glide by boat across the dazzling waters of Slovenia's glacial Lake Bled and off Croatia's Adriatic coastline

Croatia & Slovenia

Start Ljubljana, Slovenia / End Trieste, Italy

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 | Gaze over the mountains and Lake Bled from an 11th-century hilltop castle | Climb a beautifully forested route to Slovenia's Triglav National Park and enjoy lunch at a local cheese farm | End the day with a pletna (traditional wooden boat) ride across Lake Bled as alpenglow lights up the surrounding peaks.

Days 3-4 Discover Slovenia's Littoral with a visit to Lipica, famous for raising graceful Lipizzaner horses | Ride through pastoral countryside and traditional villages as you make your way toward the coast | Visit Grad Socerb, a 14th-century castle built into a rocky cliffside overlooking the sea | Rejuvenate your cycling muscles at one of historic Piran's famed thalassotherapy spas | Dine on fresh-caught seafood and sample fine regional wines.

Days 5-6 Cross the border into Croatia | Bike peaceful roads to Livade, Croatia's truffle capital, and learn to spot these fragrant culinary delights | Imagine the roar of ancient crowds at a 1st-century arena in Pula, one of just a few remaining intact Roman amphitheaters in the world | Admire the islands that make up Brijuni National Park as you return by boat to our coastal retreat on the Adriatic | Take a final spin to the sparkling turquoise waters of Limski Kanal.

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The earlier you book, the more choice you'll have and the lower your price. And you can always change your mind — you won't be charged to transfer to a different trip before your final payment is due. View cancellation policy.

Cancellation fees may vary based upon departure date. Please review the grid below:

Number of Days Prior to Trip Start	Cancellation Fees (per person)	Departure Dates
96+ days	$200	2019 5/14, 5/21, 5/28, 6/4, 6/11, 6/25, 7/2, 7/9, 7/16, 7/23, 7/30, 8/13, 8/20, 8/27, 8/30, 9/3, 9/6, 9/10, 9/13, 9/17, 9/20, 9/24, 10/1
61-95 days	30%
31-60 days	60%
0-30 days	100%
156+ days	$600	2019 5/24, 5/30, 6/21
126-155 days	30%
96-125 days	50%
61-95 days	75%
31-60 days	100%
0-30 days	100%

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5/28–6/2

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2019 June

6/4–6/9

6/11–6/16

6/21–6/26

6/25–6/30

2019 July

7/2–7/7

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7/30–8/4

2019 August

8/13–8/18

8/20–8/25

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2019 September

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9/10–9/15

9/13–9/18

9/17–9/22

9/20–9/25

9/24–9/29

2019 October

10/1–10/6

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Gather your favorite people to share a Backroads adventure on a ready-to-book Private Trip - featuring all the legendary Backroads hallmarks from expert leaders to unforgettable activities. You can pick from the selection of dates below for your group of 8 or more. If your party has fewer than 8 guests, or your preferred date is not available, we'll create a departure just for you. Call or email us to reserve your date.

2019 Private Trip Pricing

10 or more guests: from $4,499 pp dbl occ
8 - 9 guests: from $5,199 pp dbl occ
6 - 7 guests: from $6,699 pp dbl occ
4 - 5 guests: from $7,899 pp dbl occ
2 - 3 guests: from $9,999 pp dbl occ

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Prices

From $4,499 - $4,949 pp dbl. occ.
6 days / 5 nights

(+$1,120 for sgl. occ.)

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Premiere Hotels

Hotel Vila Bled

Bled (2 nights)

Kempinski Palace

Piran (1 night)

Meneghetti Wine Hotel & Restaurant

Bale (2 nights)

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Activity Level

This trip is rated Levels 2-4

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What's Included

Services and equipment are included.

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Why Backroads

Why Travel with Backroads in Slovenia and Croatia

Find out What sets us apart

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Premiere Hotels

Accommodations may vary based on departure date. Any difference from what is listed below can be found by clicking on your desired date on the View Scheduled Dates or Private Dates tabs.

Hotel Vila Bled

Bled (2 nights)

Once Tito's summer villa, this hotel boasts a spectacular location on the shore of Lake Bled and offers a private lido with row boats. (spa)

Kempinski Palace

Piran (1 night)

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

Meneghetti Wine Hotel & Restaurant

Bale (2 nights)

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)

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This Trip Is Rated Levels 2-4

Every Backroads trip is designed to appeal to a wide variety of interests and fitness levels. We know your pace may vary from one day to the next—and your traveling companion's may differ somewhat from yours. So we present a range of mileage options, and each day you decide exactly what and how much you want to do.

Daily Route Options (drag to see full )

Day	EASYGOING				ACTIVE				AVID
Daily Route Options
	Level 1		Level 2		Level 3		Level 4		Level 5
	miles	feet gain	miles	feet gain	miles	feet gain	miles	feet gain	miles	feet gain
1			16*	1300	27	2100	34	2800
2			17*	700	31*	2500	40	6000
2	Boat Ride & Tour of Bled Island (1.5 Hours)
3			21*	1900	47	4000	49	4300
4			36*	3200	45*	3600			74	5700
5			22*	1400	42	1600	56	3000
5	Walking Tour of Pula (1 Hour)
6			15	600

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* Includes shuttle.

Learn more about how we determine our activity level and fully support a range of abilities and interests.

Please note that our distance and elevation figures come from Ride with GPS. Other sources may give differing elevation figures due to different GPS and mapping technologies and other external factors.

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Meals

All breakfasts, 5 lunches, 4 dinners

Available Bike Options

The key to a stellar day’s ride is a bike that’s perfectly in tune with your cycling style… Backroads has you covered with the best bike fleet in the world! Read on for your available bike options for this trip.

Backroads Titanium Bikes (Included in your trip price)

Our custom-built titanium bikes are specially designed for you—and we offer different models for varied terrain so your bike is ideally suited to the region. Our custom-made bikes are included in your trip price.

Touring Bike (Included)

Performance Road Bike (Included)

Backroads Custom Electric-Assist Bike (Included in your trip price)

Wishing for a little extra assistance up those hills? Our custom Backroads Electric-Assist Bike lets you experience the thrill of exploring on two wheels while providing a boost when you want it. We've modified a selection of our great Titanium Bikes with the intuitive BionX "pedal-assist" system.

Backroads Custom Electric-Assist Bike (Included)

Co-Motion Torpedo Tandem ($400 rental fee)

Do you prefer to spin in tandem with your partner? You'll love the Co-Motion Periscope Torpedo tandem on your Backroads trip. You can upgrade to a Co-Motion Torpedo Tandem on your trip.

Co-Motion Torpedo Tandem (Upgrade)

Also Included

Expertise and services of our experienced Trip Leaders
Snacks and beverages between meals
Additional guides and experts from the region on many trips
Van shuttles to support a variety of route options
Comprehensive Travel Planner with detailed pre-trip information
Private guided tours at museums, historic sites, wineries and other select attractions as noted in the Travel Planner
All gratuities at hotels and restaurants
Special events, including wine tastings and other select attractions as mentioned in the Travel Planner
On biking and multi-adventure trips, use of fully equipped Backroads titanium bike plus helmet and accessories
Trailercycles, carriers, and kid-sized helmets for Family Trips
Equipment and experienced guides for kayaking, rafting, snorkeling, sailing and canoeing as described
Park and other entry fees
Fares for trains, ferries and other modes of travel as listed in the Travel Planner
Select coach transfers
Baggage transfers and porterage

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Get the Straight Talk about This Trip

We want to make sure you're on the right trip and that you have the best experience possible. Every Backroads trip is unique and this one is no exception.

Summer Heat & Crowds
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.

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Why Travel with Backroads in Slovenia and Croatia

The Best Leaders in Slovenia and Croatia

Backroads has the best-qualified people to lead your trip in Slovenia and Croatia, and our guests back that up, rating our Trip Leaders an average of 9.75 out of 10 for all-around quality of performance. Get the facts (and no fluff) on how we recruit and develop the very best people for your trip.

A Second Van When You Need It

Backroads is the only active travel company providing two support vans in Slovenia and Croatia—because we know it's essential to ensure a truly great travel experience. It doubles our ability to be there when you need us to offer hydration, lighten your load or give you a lift if it's time to take a break. Read more on why two vans make all the difference.

A Variety of Routes Each Day

In Slovenia and Croatia you head off each morning after choosing among several expertly designed routes—all with detailed directions, mileage and shuttle options. Unlike trips with one fixed daily route (or worse, one guide that everyone's obliged to follow), you're free to enjoy the best of the region at your pace, stopping wherever you want to explore further.

Everyone at Their Own Pace

We design and support our Slovenia and Croatia trips to suit mixed abilities and varied interests—so you can set your own pace, then change things up as the day unfolds. And all guests are free to do the same, traveling together or apart, with no one cramping anyone else's style. Which sounds easy in theory, but it's hard to pull off. Here's more on how we do it.

Great Bikes Included

Our custom-designed titanium bikes are best in class. From avid cyclists to easygoing riders, we believe that everyone deserves a seriously great bike to match their riding style. Learn more about our bike fleet.

More Leaders to Support You

On our Slovenia and Croatia trips we have an extra leader supporting you along the road—for a total of three, compared to the industry standard two. So we can be in more places at once, giving personal attention to guests traveling at their own pace. Here's more on our Trip Leaders.

Navigate Your Way in Slovenia and Croatia

Your ride comes equipped with a GPS device, preloaded with all the routes and route options for your trip. If you prefer to bring your own device, we also have downloadable GPS files and of course, our good old paper directions are always available. Read more on why our navigation options are the best.

Quality You Can Measure

Since 1979, Backroads Founder and President Tom Hale has shown that staying #1 means constantly evaluating our performance using the best possible source of information: our guests. As we systematically analyze your feedback on our trip consultants, leaders, hotels, meals and on-trip activities, we never stop working to make a great company even better.

We Know Where We're Going

Tom Hale has been keeping Backroads on track, with one eye on the horizon, since 1979. His passion for active travel, and for ensuring the highest-quality travel experience, is evident in every detail we add to make a guest's trip unforgettable—and the fact he's right there in the office, making it happen. To hear Tom describe his vision, watch our video.

The Right Local Pairings

Our Trip Leaders combine deep local expertise with a firm grasp of North American expectations around quality of service. By the same token, we pair experienced Backroads leaders with local guides who know how to cater to your needs while cracking open the culture or natural history in ways that are meaningful, memorable and often magical.

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Straight Talk

We want to make sure you're on the right trip and that you have the best experience possible. Every Backroads trip is unique and this one is no exception.

Croatia & Slovenia Bike Tour