Grand Baltic Explorer
- Return flights
- 9 nights in 4-star hotels
- 13 meals: 9 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 3 dinners
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£2,149
was £2,249
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Scenic Slovenia & Lake Bled
From £1,599
Duration 8 Days
Departures from: May 2025 - Sept 2025
From £1,599
Duration 8 Days
Departures from:
May 2025 - Sept 2025
Tour Overview
Undoubtedly the gem of Slovenia, breathtaking Bled is our base for exploring all that this beautiful country has to offer.
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Your Holiday Includes
- Travelsphere Holiday Director & Specialist Local Guide
- Return flights from London
- 7 nights half-board in a 4-star hotel
- 14 included meals: 7 breakfasts and 7 dinners including a welcome drink
- Overseas transfers, and other transportation & porterage
Included Holiday Highlights
- Sightseeing tour of Bled and its castle
- Pletna boat ride to Bled Island
- Guided tour of Slovenia’s cosmopolitan capital Ljubljana
- Farewell dinner with folklore dancing
Itinerary
Day 2 Bled
Located in the foothills of the Julian Mountains, Bled is a picturesque town that attracts visitors with its extraordinary beauty and historical monuments. Today, we’ll explore our surroundings on a sightseeing tour of the town and its castle. Built in the early 11th century, Bled castle is the oldest in Slovenia and sits on a precipice offering incredible views across the lake. During the tour, you’ll also take a traditional pletna (a gondola like boat) across to Bled Island. This is perhaps one of the most iconic sights of the region where the Pilgrimage Church of the Assumption of Mary proudly stands, shrouded by the legend of the Wishing Bell. Meals included: B,DDay 3 Bled - At Leisure
Today is free to explore the local area at your own pace or enjoy the facilities at the hotel. There is also the opportunity to join your Holiday Director on an optional excursion to the Postojna Caves and Predjama Castle. An underground electric train will take you deep into the Postojna Caves, from here, you’ll enjoy a guided walk through some of the most beautiful caves decorated by a magnificent display of stalagmites and stalactites that have been created over millions of years. The walk will take you past Brilliant, the most famous stalagmite, and through the Spaghetti, Red and White Halls before arriving at the Concert Hall, named for its exceptional acoustics. Following the tour of the caves, you’ll visit one of the most extraordinary Gothic castles in Slovenia. Embedded into the rock, Predjama Castle is a stunning example of how man-made structures can intertwine with natural beauty. While here, learn about the legend of Erazem of Predjama, a rebellious knight, and the history and highlights of the castle. Meals included: B,DDay 4 Julian Alps
Today you’ll head to the Julian Alps to enjoy a full day of spectacular and unspoiled natural scenery. The journey takes us through the Upper Sava Valley to Kranjska Gora and over the Vršic mountain pass. This famous route drives through thick forests, mountain meadows and navigates 50 hairpin bends - each offering breath-taking views. We’ll stop at the very top to admire the splendid panorama of the impressive Julian Alps. Later we’ll descend into the Trenta Valley, driving alongside the emerald-green Soca river, the scene of fierce battles during WW. We’ll make several short stops before arriving in the pretty town of Bovec for some free time for lunch. We’ll continue our journey towards the Predil pass, which connects Italy and Slovenia, passing several historical monuments and natural wonders. Meals included: B,DDay 5 Bled - At Leisure
We have left today free for you to relax and explore at leisure. Why not enjoy a slow breakfast and perhaps make your own discoveries in the town or take some time to unwind in the picturesque surroundings. Meals included: B,DDay 6 Ljubljana
Today we’ll make our way to Slovenia’s capital Ljubljana for a guided tour. The city is one of the smallest capitals in Europe but offers a blend of old-world charm and an exciting mix of culture. Watched over but a medieval castle, the Old Town blends Baroque, Art Nouveau and Renaissance buildings – as a pedestrian friendly city, it’s easy to explore the narrow cobbled streets or take a stroll along the Ljubljanica River. Meals included: B,DDay 7 Bled - At Leisure
Enjoy a day at leisure to take in the majestic surroundings, alternatively join us on a morning excursion to the Vintgar Gorge. Discovered in the late 19th century, the Vintgar George is home to some of the most serene landscapes and natural beauty in Slovenia. Wooden boardwalks blend into the rock face as they criss-cross along the crystal-clear Radovna River and, along the 1.6km path provide views of mesmerising waterfalls and lush greenery. This evening, we will gather for our farewell dinner at a local restaurant which includes a folklore performance by local dancers. Meals included: B,DDay 8 Ljubljana - UK
After breakfast, we will transfer to the airport for your flight back to the UK. Meals included: BAccommodation (as specified or similar)
Hotel Kompas
The Hotel Kompas is located in the centre of Bled, within the immediate vicinity of Lake Bled. Its location offers beautiful panoramic views of the lake and the mountainous surroundings. With its traditionally designed furnishings, Hotel Kompas has a coffee shop, restaurant, swimming pool and fitness facilities all on-site. Bedrooms are well equipped with a flat screen TV, safe and Wi-Fi.
The Hotel Kompas is located in the centre of Bled, within the immediate vicinity of Lake Bled. Its location offers beautiful panoramic views of the lake and the mountainous surroundings. With its traditionally designed furnishings, Hotel Kompas has a coffee shop, restaurant, swimming pool and fitness facilities all on-site. Bedrooms are well equipped with a flat screen TV, safe and Wi-Fi.
Optional Excursions
Experience even more of your destination by adding one or more optional experiences to your holiday before you set off. Take a look below at the extra trips you can enjoy on this tour
Slovenia - Vintgar Gorge
Discovered in the late 19th century, the Vintgar George is home to some of the most serene landscapes and natural beauty in Slovenia. Along the 1.6km path, wooden boardwalks blend into the rock face as they criss-cross along the crystal-clear Radovna River providing views of mesmerising waterfalls and lush greenery.
Please note: This excursion is not suitable for less mobile passengers as there are areas of uneven/slippery ground.
Please note: This excursion is not suitable for less mobile passengers as there are areas of uneven/slippery ground.
Discovered in the late 19th century, the Vintgar George is home to some of the most serene landscapes and natural beauty in Slovenia. Along the 1.6km path, wooden boardwalks blend ...
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Slovenia - Postojna Caves and Predjama Castle
Postojna Caves are the second largest in the country. This underground natural wonder has been created over millions of years. Its stunning dripstones make this cave system one of the most beautiful ones. You'll take a ride on an electric train into the cave where you will join a guide on a walk through some of the most spectacular chambers.
A few kilometres away is Predjama Castle which you will also visit. Its dramatic setting, nestled within a cave, and intriguing history make this one of the most unique castles in Slovenia. Dating back to the middle ages, its most famous owner was Erazem Predjamski, still a hero of many local legends today.
A few kilometres away is Predjama Castle which you will also visit. Its dramatic setting, nestled within a cave, and intriguing history make this one of the most unique castles in Slovenia. Dating back to the middle ages, its most famous owner was Erazem Predjamski, still a hero of many local legends today.
Postojna Caves are the second largest in the country. This underground natural wonder has been created over millions of years. Its stunning dripstones make this cave system one of ...
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- UK HOLIDAYS - £150
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Each booking must be accompanied by the appropriate deposit payment. In most cases we will charge the following deposit per person but the actual amount will be made clear at the point of booking:
- UK HOLIDAYS - £150
- EUROPEAN HOLIDAYS - £200 PER PERSON
- WORLDWIDE HOLIDAYS - £250 OR 10%
- WHICHEVER IS THE GREATER
- OCEAN CRUISES - £250 OR 10% WHICHEVER IS THE GREATER
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