Slovenia Julian Alps
July 15-24, 2027
Explore the Julian Alps Trails
This adventure is rated 4 out of 5 difficulty level. This means that adventurers should be comfortable hiking 10+ miles with elevation gain/loss of 3k+ feet. This trip requires that you carry a pack with your belongings and some gear including a sleeping bag liner (required). Accommodations are in mountain huts on the trial and B&Bs and/or hotels off the trail. Training for this adventure is mandatory and should be taken seriously. Intro to new skill/activity may be included and is guided by 3rd party like mountain biking, climbing, rafting, etc. Activities are included, but optional if outside of your comfort zone.
Experience high alpine scenery with enchanting rolling hills, majestic peaks, remote alpine villages, and crystal-clear lakes. Join us on a 10-day journey in Slovenia where we explore Ljubljana, the small but lively capital of this small country, and then takes us through the mighty Julian Alps and Socฬa Valley to explore the countryโs most breathtaking landscapes in a truly active way. We begin in Ljubljana, take two days to settle in and even explore its hillside, known for wildlife. Afterwards we head straight into the Julian Alps for five days of hiking along flower-speckled trails and across rugged, rocky peaks, where marmots and ibexes roam freely. Each night, we stay in a different mountain hutโfour nights, four unique alpine shelters! We spend the last two days in the Socฬa Valley, one of the most stunning alpine valleys in Europe. This unforgettable tour is perfect for fit hikers seeking both natural beauty and an authentic alpine adventure.
Trip Highlights:
Pristine experience: This trek is more remote and less traveled than many other popular treks. This means youโll get to experience the true beauty of this trail without the crowds.
Hut-to-hut: You will need to pack/carry all your personal items for this trek, but itโs lighter than a normal backpacking trip! No need for a sleeping pad, sleeping bag or cooking supplies. It makes those elevation gains/losses just a bit easier on the knees!
Lakes & waterfalls: Just look at the color of them! The color is truly spectacular and even better in person. The Soca Valley is famous for the emerald water.
The views: Obviously. Again, just look at the photos! The limestone cliffs that tower over the lush green valleys are a sight to behold and something we know you wonโt tire of.
Small group & female guide: Doing the hard things with a womenโs only group is just a different vibe. Weโre here to support and encourage one another. Once you experience it, it might just be the only type of trekking youโll want to do!
ITINERARY
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Arrive in Slovenia at the Ljubljana Joลพe Puฤnik Airport (LJU) and make your way to our accommodations for the next two nights.
Here meet up your trip host and fellow travel mates. Weโll be staying at a 4 star hotel. Check in time is after 3 pm.
You will have the rest of the afternoon to settle in, walk around the city or relax from your travels.
Tonight we will dine together as a group and meet our local guide. Dinner is at 6:30 p.m. so please make plans to arrive accordingly.
Meals included: Dinner
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After breakfast, weโll take a 30 min drive to a nearby village for our first hike!
First, we make our way up to the top of a hilltop where we will enjoy views of the Ljubljana Marshes with both the town of Ljubljana and the stunning Alps in the background.
From there we continue on our hike to a gorge where we will enjoy a picnic lunch and swim spot.
Next we make our way to another viewpoint of a scenic gothic church on a hilltop like so many you'll see in Slovenia.
Meals included: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Hike stats: 11.5 km, 400m of ascent, 400m descent / 7.2 miles, 1312ft ascent, 1312ft descent
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After breakfast, itโs time to pack up and check out. Today we hit the trail!
Our guide will pick us up and drive us to the trailhead. The driver time is approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes.
This is the start of our 5-day hut-to-hut trek through the very best that the Julian Alps have to offer. Over the next few days, we will be combining many routes through the Via Alpina 1 and Walk of Peace.
After 6-8 hours on the trail, we will arrive at our first mountain hut for the evening where we will settle in and enjoy an entree course and dessert with tea.
Meals included: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Trek stats: 12 km, 960m of ascent, 600m descent / 7.5 miles, 3150ft ascent, 1970ft descent
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Weโll enjoy breakfast at our hut before starting our trek to the next location!
Along the trail, weโll stop to enjoy breathtaking mountain views, alpine valleys and stop for a picnic lunch along the way.
After another full day of hiking alongside your new friends, weโll arrive at our mountain hut to relax for the evening. Dinner will be provided at the hut.
BONUS - This hut has an option to pay for a hot shower!
Meals included: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Trek stats: 11 km, 870 m of ascent, 650 m descent / 6.8 miles, 2850 ascent, 2135 descent
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Today, we are waking up in one of the most stunning huts in the Slovenian Alps.
If youโre up early, youโll get to see the sunrise light hit Mt Triglov, the highest mountain in Slovenia. Weโll have stunning views below of meadow huts and shepherd huts surrounded by rocky peaks.
Todayโs hike takes us through scenic alpine meadows, larch forests, and rocky landscapes that resemble the surface of Mars.
There will be an optional ascent to a peak which is an extra 200m/660ft of ascent and descent today.
We spend the night in a mountain hut near the stunning Triglav Lakes.
Meals included: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Trek stats: 9 km, 770 m of ascent, 520 m descent /5.6 miles, 2530ft ascent, 1706 descent
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Today we hike along the Triglav Lakes Valley. Nestled beneath towering, rugged cliffs, this valley is home to a series of high-mountain lakes, making it one of the most picturesque corners of the Julian Alps.
Stretching about eight kilometers, the valley rises from the 1,294- meter elevation above Lake Bohinj to the 1,933-meter mark, not far from the iconic summit of Triglav.
After a full day of hiking, we will arrive at our cute mountain hut located in the greener part of the Julian Alps. It will also give you the option to pay for a nice, hot shower.
Meals included: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Trek stats: 15.5 km, 160 m of ascent, 700 m descent / 9.65 miles, 525ft ascent, 2230 descent.
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This morning we hike to Lake Krn, a picture-perfect 300m-long and 150m-wide lake which also happens to be the biggest alpine lake of Slovenia.
After lunch we hike down to the beautiful Socฬa Valley, our home for the last day of the tour.
We will check into a quaint B&B where will have time to relax and enjoy a nice long shower.
Tonight we will meet up and enjoy dinner together celebrating our days on the trail.
Meals included: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Trek stats: 14 km, 410 m of ascent, 1200 m descent / 8.7 miles, 1345ft ascent, 3940ft descent
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Our trek through the Alps might be over, but the adventure isnโt over! After breakfast at our B&B, weโll head out for a local rafting adventure!
This is beginner friendly rafting and lasts between 2-3 hours total followed by some relaxing time on the beach. Rafting is optional so you are welecome to spend the day as youโd like.
After our tour, the afternoon is yours to explore the village, enjoy some downtime with a book, sample local cheeses, or visit a local cafe.
In the evening weโll meet up to enjoy dinner as a group.
Meals included: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
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Today has more adventure in store! After breakfast, weโll head out to explore the Socฬa Valley. This is a stunning region is known for begin filled with waterfalls, lakes, and crystal-clear rivers.
We will either take it easy today and enjoy some nature walks to visit the famous emerald-green Socฬa River, its gorges, waterfalls and a charming alpine village. If the entire group is up for a challenge, there is an option to hike to a beautiful alpine lake in the Alps to enjoy lunch with a view. The hike is 11km roundtrip with 900 m of ascent and 900m of descent (6.8 miles, 2955ft ascent and descent). A decision will be made by the local guide based on the groupโs recovery status taking into consideration what is best for the entire group. Lunch will be enjoyed in nature today.
Back in town, weโll enjoy a final dinner together at a local restaurant.
Meals included: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
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Wake up and enjoy breakfast before we pack up and check out.
Before we make our way to the airport, weโll get to explore the Socฬa Valley with a couple short hikes.
Weโll have a chance to take some easy hikes where we will find waterfalls and gorgeous emerald green waters. Weโll enjoy lunch together before parting ways.
In the afternoon, a transfer will drop at Lake Bled and then to the Ljubljana Joลพe Puฤnik Airport (LJU) if you booked an evening flight home. You can plan to arrive to the airport around 5 p.m. so flights should be booked for 7:30 p.m. or later. If you prefer to fly out the next day, WWE will arrange a late departure add-on for anyone interested.
Meals included: Breakfast and lunch
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$4,895 USD double occupancy, single occupancy is not available for this trip.
If you are traveling solo, you will be assigned roommates upon request.
A deposit is due at booking to hold your spot with regular monthly payments. Additional payments may be applied to the trip balance prior to payment due dates.
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โข 2 nights stay in Ljubljana in 4 star hotel before the trek.
โข 3 nights at an B&B in the Socca Valley in double occupancy rooms with private bathrooms.
โข 4 nights stay in mountain huts and rifugios along the trek. You will have your own bed in a shared room with other hikers, and may be a mixed gender room. Blankets and pillows will be provided at each of the accommodations.
โข Group airport transfer from Socca Valley to Ljubljana Joลพe Puฤnik Airport (LJU) or the WWE designated hotel. One stop in Lake Bled will also be made to drop anyone on the return.
โข Private, fully guided 5-day 40+ mile trek in the Julian Alps mixing parts of Via Alpina 1 and Walk of Peace.
โข Guided day hike in a small village outside of Ljubljana with a picnic lunch, swimming and views.
โข Guided rafting tour on the Socca River (2-3 hours, easy/entry level).
โข Two days of guided hikes exploring the best of Socca Valley exploring waterfalls, lakes and crystal-clear rivers.
โข IML certified, English speaking female guide local to the area (7 to 1 guide ratio).
โข Local in country transportation and transfers to and from the trailheads for the trek, day hikes and other activities included.
โข Welcome and farewell dinners and all other noted meals; in total this includes 9 breakfasts, 9 lunches, 9 dinners, and water included with all meals.
โข Water is provided during the trek for meals and to fill bladders/bottles. Coffee and tea is also included for hut meals.
โข Luggage storage (one piece per person up to 30kg) for the duration of the trek so you can enjoy the trail only carrying your essentials in your pack for the trek.
โข Trip checklists, detailed packing list, training guide, and pre-travel support provided in a private Facebook and/or WhatsApp group.
โข Pre-trip Q&A Zoom call to meet your fellow travelers, trip host and ask any questions.
โข WWE Swag to sport on the trial!
โข Small group; maximum of 13 women + your trip host and up to 2 local female guides.
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โข International Flights or transportation to/from Ljubljana Joลพe Puฤnik Airport (LJU).
โข Hotel for the evening of July 24th if you opt to fly out on July 25th. As a reminder, flights on the 24th must be booked for after 7 pm local time.
โข Tips and gratuities for guides (at the discretion of the client).
โข Airport transfers outside of designated times and meeting location.
โข Alcohol, additional beverages, snacks, and meals. Not included lunch on arrival day and dinner on departure day.
โข Trekking poles (available to rent), backpack (35-40L suggested), sleeping bag liner (mandatory), pillowcase, headlamp/flashlight and personal items.
โข Any additional excursions or activities not included in the above itinerary.
โข Additional luggage storage available at the main bus station for ~6 Euros per day.
โข Showers when available in the mountain huts. Cost is ~5 to 10 Euros.
โข Visa if applicable and any pre-travel medical expenses such as immunizations or required Covid-19 testing.
โข Travelers insurance to cover medical expenses while traveling abroad (proof of insurance required).
โข Personal expenses not included in the itinerary such as additional accommodations, transportation, meals, souvenirs, etc.
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Meals in the huts include breakfast; main dish + coffee or tea, lunch; main dish + tea and dinner; main dish + dessert + tea. Water will be included for each meal.
All meals will be provided as noted in the itinerary. Please reach out to the trip host after booking if you have any food allergies/sensitivities. We always do our best to accommodate dietary restrictions but cannot make any guarantees.
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This trip requires a minimum number of ladies to register in order for it to be confirmed. Once the trip reaches the minimum participant number, you will receive a trip confirmation email and a link to be added a private Facebook group just for trip guests. In this group further trip details will be provided along with pre-travel support. Please let us know if you do not have or use Facebook (see contact information below).
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All deposits are non-refundable at the time of booking, but may be transferable if done so within the timeframe outlined in the Terms of Service. Please make sure you are purchasing adequate travel insurance at the time of booking to ensure you are covered in case you need to cancel.Please note: some of our trips have a non-refundable fee that will be stated in the trip description. Please make sure to refer to the full Terms of Service to make sure you understand fully the Cancellation Policy of each trip.
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Please note that the itinerary provided for your adventure is subject to change. While we strive to adhere to the proposed plan, unforeseen circumstances such as weather conditions, safety concerns, or other factors beyond our control may necessitate adjustments to the itinerary. We prioritize your safety and enjoyment throughout the adventure, and any modifications made will be done with careful consideration. We will make every effort to inform you in advance of any changes and provide suitable alternatives to ensure a fulfilling experience.
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The Alta Via 1 is amongst the best and most famous multi-day treks in Europe. This tour is suitable for people with previous trekking experience who want to trek through some of the most beautiful and renowned places in the Italian Dolomites. It is not suitable for beginner hikers, people who struggle on uneven and unstable terrain or people with severe fear of heights. You will be walking for long days with a heavy bag, carrying all your gear, so a good level of fitness is required. Training for this trip will be required.
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