Croatia & Slovenia Family Multi-Adventure Tour
6 days
5 nights
Activity Levels 2-4
Premiere & Casual Hotels
Croatia & Slovenia Family Multi-Adventure Tour
6 days
5 nights
Activity Levels 2-4
Premiere & Casual Hotels
2025: Jun-Aug
Julian Alps & Lake Bled to the Adriatic Sea
Central Europe brings its A-game here. Amazing treks through snowcapped Alps. Awesome riding along the Adriatic coast. The fresh snowmelt of the Sava River to raft; salty sea shallows to kayak. Astonishing scenery from any approach. Discover ancient castles, architectural masterpieces and so much more. Bring your family to Croatia and Slovenia and come ready to play.
Highlights
- Link the highlights of woodsy Slovenia with the sleepy northern coast of Croatia—neighboring countries which were once Yugoslavian sister states
- Breathe in the alpine air of Triglav National Park and splash into water activities at the iconic lakes of Bohinj and Bled
- Encounters with beekeepers, winemakers and local experts bring this colorful part of the world to life
- Treasure family time from snowcapped alpine peaks and glacial lakes to the golden beaches of the Adriatic Sea
Start Ljubljana, Slovenia
End Trieste, Italy
* Start/End locations may vary. Do not book flights until your trip details are confirmed.
Itinerary
Days 1-2
Cycle through mossy pine forests and fields of hay in Slovenia’s broad mountain valleys • At your first sight of the perfect panorama of Lake Bled with its church-crowned island, you’ll understand why Yugoslav president Josip Tito chose it for his summer home • Vacation in Tito’s former villa, now our grand hotel by the waterside • Hike around Lake Bohinj and traverse a soaring alp for a hearty hut lunch • Meet a beekeeper to learn what the buzz is all about for the Slovenian locavore scene • Dine inside the ancient medieval walls of Bled Castle.
Nights 1-2
Once the summer villa of Yugoslavian autocrat Josip Tito, this hotel enjoys a spectacular location on the shore of Lake Bled and offers a private lido with rowboats. (spa)
Day 3
Make a splash in the white water of the Sava River on a raft • Wander the alleys of gingerbread-house Radovljica and watch swans glide on the waterways • Travel to the coast and settle into our luxurious retreat in Portorož, Slovenia’s premiere seaside resort town • 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 from Slovenia into Croatia by bike • Stone-carved fishing villages line our route as we pedal along the shore • Every bend of the road is a new perspective on the gorgeous coast, where turquoise coves sparkle between olive trees and Aleppo pines • Choose the eatery that tempts your fancy on a night out on your own in Rovinj, beloved by Croatians and visitors alike for its Italian flair • Hike a ridgeline in the rugged coastal hills for see-forever views of karst canyons, the Adriatic Sea and Croatia’s distant islands • Drift across the inviting waters of the Adriatic on sturdy sea kayaks.
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
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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.
While Hotel Vila Bled offers outstanding service and amenities, please note that it is 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
*Casual Hotel
Once the summer villa of Yugoslavian autocrat Josip Tito, this hotel enjoys a spectacular location on the shore of Lake Bled and offers a private lido with rowboats. (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+
Dates & Prices
Dates & Prices
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