Date: June 28, 2022 - June 28, 2022
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Early Bird available now until 01 FEBRUARY 2021
Enjoy a unique Slovenia trail running adventure and explore some of the most beautiful spots in the country!
On this 5-day adventure, you will have the chance to visit some of the most stunning places in Slovenia including Kranjska Gora, the famous Soca Valley, Bled, and more. Each day, we will discover a different spot as we explore a range of trails in the beautiful Julian Alps. Then, in the evenings, we will try local wines and taste some of the local delicacies. You can find a detailed itinerary below.
Regarding the intensity and the difficulty of the tour, keep in mind that we will walk/run approximately 3 hours per day with an average elevation of 500 vertical meters. Furthermore, we can customize the tour to suit the fitness level of the group. Therefore, you don’t need advanced training, although if you are a more seasoned runner, we can also think of a more challenging program together. We will be there at all times to help and guide you and ensure you have a fantastic time!
Click on each day to explore in more detail.
Transfer to Gora Plateau – a highlight of UTVV Slovenia trails Hiking or running on Gora Plateau – 8 km/ 300 m/1,5h
Alpine Hotel
Dinner, trail snacks
8 km | 300 m
Transfer to Kranjska Gora. Trail running around Kranjska Gora (cca. 3 hours). Transfer to Bled for lunch and sightseeing Bled, a famous island on the lake with Church, castle, etc (Vintgar George). At the evening transfer back to the hotel.
Alpine Hotel
Breakfast, trail snacks, lunch
16 km | 800 m
Drive to Nanos Hut. Spectacular run to Nanos summit and back. Lunch at farming tourist restaurant – Abram. Transfer to Vipava and have a relaxed evening with a Wine&food tasting tour in Vipava Valley, visit the best wine cellars in Slovenia.
Theodosius Forest Village - Glamping
Breakfast, lunch, dinner
10km | 400 m
Transfer to Soča Valley (Bovec) – 1,5 h drive. Trail running in Soča Valley (cca. 3 h). The evening chill out in Nova Gorica
Gorska Vila mountain villa
Breakfast, trail snacks, dinner
15 km | 500m
We will have an early morning start in order to reach the top of the Crna-Prst. The afternoon is left for sightseeing and exploring around Bohinj Lake. Dinner at the local restaurant.
Hotel Jezero
Breakfast, trail snacks, Dinner
15 km | 1000 m
Relaxing Morning. Recovery city bike tour (3 hours). Afternoon relaxing and sightseeing.
Hotel Lev
Breakfast, dinner
Optional run
Checkout out from the hotel after breakfast. On request, we can organize also a guided tour in Venice.
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Breakfast
Relax
Approximate details*
*The daily distances and itinerary may change according to local weather conditions and the groups condition.
FLIGHTS
We specialise in arranging excellent trail running holidays, but do not book International flights. There a great variety of flights departing from all over the world to Ljubljana Jože Pučnik Airport.
VISAS
European Union citizens do not need a visa to visit Slovenia.
GROUP MANAGEMENT
Being a group of max. 12 runners with a mixture of ages and running abilities we may decide to split into flexible groups, all of which will be supported by our running guides who will travel with us on the trip.By splitting the group will allow us all to move more fluidly, allowing all team members to run at their own comfortable pace, without feeling pressured.
TRAIL RUNNING
Trail running in Slovenia is an absolute treat. Our route is challenging and involves distances of approx. 14 miles daily, inclusive of steep up hill (up to 1400m) and steep down hill sections (as much as -1000m). We can expect to be on our feet from anywhere between 4 - 6+ hours.
TEMPERATURE
In July we expect long, summer days with blue skies and lots of sun. Being above 1,000m should mean that daily temperatures are perfect for trail running, but it must be stressed that given our journey routes around the Julian Alps we need to be prepared for all weather with the possibility of rain and foggy conditions. At night/early morning temperatures outside will dip, but these soon vanish as soon as the sun comes up.
LUGGAGE
We recommend packing one set of running kit per day, with warm and cold options, plus a change of clothes for each evening. It can be cold in the evenings and even during the day, particularly when we are up high in the mountains. A lightweight running pack with the ability to carry water & other necessary items, plus a good quality waterproof jacket (gore-tex or equivalent) are also required. For each trip, we will send you a list of essential items and a suggested packing list. Please contact us if you have any concerns about what you need to bring on one of our trips.