Slovenia Croatia & Montenegro Grand Traverse Multi-Adventure Tour

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Your Guides

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The best people to immerse you in a destination are the ones who live there, which is why we feature local Adventure Guides on our trips. Here are a few that you might meet on this adventure.

Roman K.

After finishing his studies in Chinese language and culture, Roman spent three years exploring Asia before returning to his homeland of Slovenia. To keep the adventure alive, he became an outdoor guide over 10 years ago and enjoys discovering the hidden corners of Slovenia and nearby Croatia. Roman loves to combine his extensive outdoor experience with his passion for gourmet extravaganzas of Balkan cuisine. He is well known for his personal touch and good sense of humor.

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                    [ItinBlock] => Today, travel to lake Bled, famous for the tiny islet in the center of the lake punctuated with a church tower. Enjoy a scenic warm-up hike around the lake, getting your first glimpses of the lofty Julien Alps. Relax in the afternoon with a traditional Pletna boat ride to the lake\'s small isle and enjoy views over Bled Castle, guarding the lake from its clifftop perch. Admire the historical Austrian Habsburg architecture as you stroll around Bled.
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                    [ItinBlock] => After a hearty breakfast, depart for the Julian Alps and sensational Triglav National Park. The goal for today is to summit Mt. Debela Pec (6,650\'). Hike a steady ascent on switchback trails through lush forests and rugged terrain. The final push over rocky paths amidst karst and dwarf pines is challenging but the effort is well worth it as the peak offers spectacular views of Triglav National Park and Mt. Triglav,  the highest mountain in Slovenia.
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                    [ItinBlock] => Travel along the enchanting Julian Alps, crossing the Vrsic pass (5,285\'), which was once on the border line between Italy and Austro-Hungarian Empire. Revel in breathtaking views and with a bit of luck you will see dozens of delicate alpine flowers. Today\'s trek starts in the remote Soca River Valley, an alpine valley surrounded by high peaks. Discover a hidden waterfall before connecting to the Soca Trail, which traces the emerald river of the same name. On the way, stop by a local artisan cheese makers to try their gourmet sheep cheese! In the late afternoon, chase the sunset on the gorgeous Mangart Saddle, a mountain pass with incredible views. Savor a gourmet dinner after today\'s effort.
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                    [ItinBlock] => For your final hike in the Alps, take a short hike to Kozjak, one of Slovenia\'s most beautiful waterfalls. This part of the Soca Valley was once an infamous WWI Isonzo Front battlefield, where Ernest Hemingway got inspiration for his novel Farewell to Arms. Travel by road further south to the Vipava Wine Country, a scenic hilly region rich in vineyards, orchards, and medieval towns. Visit a local winemaker and enjoy a farm-to-table lunch followed by a tour of the underground wine cellars, tasting some exquisite local wines. Finish the day on the Adriatic Sea in the Venetian town of Piran, catching the golden afternoon light.
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                    [ItinBlock] => Today set off to the very southern tip of Dalmatia to visit Dubrovnik, the “Jewel of the Adriatic.” Here massive stone walls meet with crystal clear blue waters to shelter the impressive UNESCO-listed town. Explore its exquisite, red-roofed stone architecture in churches, monasteries, and palaces. Learn about its history of shipbuilding and spice trade with the Far East. Travel to the border and enter Montenegro, continuing to the stunning Bay of Kotor, and old town recognized by UNESCO for its artistic and commercial history and restored monuments. Walk along Kotor\'s fortified walls, getting views of the bay before arriving at your boutique hotel in the center of old town.
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Accommodations

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A great mix of attractive modern hotels and boutique countryside inns with wellness amenities and fairy-tale scenery.

Hotel La Grisa-Bale, Croatia

Comfortable Hotel

Located in the charming medieval town of Bale in the southwestern Istrian peninsula, Hotel La Grisa is a delightful hideaway. Guest rooms come equipped with a seating area as well as A/C, Wi-Fi, and flat-screen TV. Some rooms have a free-standing bathtub, while others come with a walk-in shower or corner bath.

Hotel Triglav-Bled, Slovenia

Comfortable Hotel

A stroll away from the lake and the town center, the recently renovated Hotel Triglav has well-equipped guest rooms with the full range of amenities and beautiful lake views. Guests enjoy the many on-site facilities, including a piano bar, wine cellar, a fireplace lounge, and a modern spa center.

Hotel Lev-Ljubljana, Slovenia

Comfortable Hotel

Hotel Lev is ideally located near the old town, so guests can walk to Tivoli Park, Ljubljana Castle, the Central Market, Prešeren Square, and other sights. The hotel boasts modern accommodations in a sleek building. It also features an à la carte restaurant, a breakfast room and a bar, as well as a wellness and fitness center.

Hotel Sanje ob Soci-Bovec, Slovenia

Comfortable Hotel

At this modern guesthouse, accommodation is basic and clean in small, private guest rooms with en suite bathrooms. There is also free Wi-Fi, TV, and air conditioning.

Hotel Piran

Comfortable Hotel

Plitvice Inn

Comfortable Hotel

Hotel Puteus Palace

Comfortable Hotel

Hotel Indijan

Comfortable Hotel

Hotel Vardar

Comfortable Hotel

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