Secrets of Slovenia Self-Guided Cycling

What are some of the highlights?

• Turquoise Lake Bled, emerald Soča river, white peaks of the Julian Alps
• Goriška Brda, the 'Tuscany' of Slovenia; hilltop villages, orchards and vineyards
• Medieval stonemason settlement of Stanjel
• UNESCO Škocjan caves and Lipica, cradle of Lipizzaner horses
• Venetian coastal towns of Koper and Piran

What is included in the price?

• All continental breakfasts and 1 evening meals. Slovenia’s cuisine reflects its rich heritage. Neighbours Austria, Italy and Hungary influence most dishes on the menu. In the mountains, Austrian style salamis (klobasa) prevail. You’ll often find them seasoning the hearty soups served in the Alpine huts. Kruha juha is the best - you get to eat the bowl too as it’s made out of bread! The Hungarian influence is seen in the spicy meat dishes. Pleskavica (steak with herbs and paprika) is a good one to try. On the coast, you’ll find Italian fayre, like rizota (risotto) with fresh mussels or zkilofri (Slovenian ravioli). And if you are still hungry, indulge yourself in a slice of potica (a creamy Swiss roll with walnuts). Slovenia has been making wine since pre-Roman times, and boasts the oldest vine in the world, that has grown for four centuries. In the Vipava Valley, the stone villages are full of velbani hrami (vaulted wine cellars) where you can taste Teran (a heavy red best drunk with the local prsut or ham) or Rebula (a dry, crisp white). In the mountains look out for the bewildering variety of schnapps made from wormwood, blueberries, honey and even pine needles!
• 7 nights in 3-star and 4-star accommodation
• All continental breakfasts and 1 evening meal
• Bike hire included, plus bike fitting and briefing at the start of your holiday
• Luggage transfers between hotels, plus train transfer Day 3 and car transfer Day 5
• Headwater navigation app

What is NOT included in the price?

Request a single room or upgrade to an e-bike if required, purchase travel insurance and arrange any visas and vaccinations. A compulsory solo traveller supplement applies to this holiday. Please be aware that the price excludes estimated local taxes/fees of 19 EUR.

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