5 Day SUP Holiday Tour and Hiking in Slovenia

Schedule

Day 1 - Ljubljana

Discovering Ljubljana by stand-up paddling through its vibrant center will give you a one-of-a-kind perspective of the city’s landmarks, including the Ljubljana Castle, the Triple Bridge and Dragon Bridge as well the many other wonderful architectural designs along the colourful banks of the green Ljubljanica River. After your first taste of SUP paddling and a lunch break, you’ll mount your bikes and explore the rest of Ljubljana, stopping off in the great Tivoli Park for some slacklining. Then it’s up to Ljubljana Castle for some views and back in time for dinner and night time merry-making.

Day 2 - Bohinj and Bled

The next stop is the spellbinding Lake Bohinj, Slovenia’s biggest natural lake. Embellished by majestic Alpine backdrops, this gem of a lake is bang in the middle of Triglav National Park. You’ll stand-up paddle along the most striking part of the lakes’ shore and practice your paddling techniques. After your SUP session, it’s time for a healthy snack to recharge your batteries and get ready for an hour-long hike through the forest up to the 60-meter Savica Waterfall and its smaller cousin a bit further on. Then it’s a quick drive to Bled, your new home for a couple of nights.

Day 3 - Bled and Vintgar

Waking up next to Slovenia’s most iconic lake, it’s breakfast time, and then off to do some SUP yoga, before paddling on the lake and getting inspired by the incredible surrounding and the medieval cliff-perched castle. SUP games are in order, as is a refreshing dip in the lake and a visit to the legendary Bled Island where you’ll ring the wishing bell for luck. In the afternoon it’s time to explore Bled, its lovely castle, and admire the phenomenal panorama it offers. After lunch, the splendid Vintgar Gorge awaits, before retiring for well-deserved rest.

Day 4 - Soča Valley, Goriška Brda

Early in the morning, you head off toward the Upper Soča Valley, one of the most scenic parts of Slovenia and stop off at the pretty Most na Soči village. You’ll SUP under an impressive bridge, then follow the railway along the narrow valley of the Idrijca River. Your next destination is the sunlit Mediterranean coastal part of Slovenia. Goriška Brda is known for its endless vineyards, olives, and fragrant orchids. You’ll spend the night at a traditional homestead, take a walk among the vineyards and visit a local wine cellar. Tasty culinary treats with high-class wines will end the day nicely.

Day 5 - Piran and Postojna Cave

The last day is dedicated to supping along high cliffs towards the cutest Slovenian seaside town of Piran. You’ll explore the quaint Venetian-style streets, have a lovely lunch, and then SUP back.

The afternoon can be spent relaxing at the beach or you can opt for a trip up to Postojna Cave, one of the insanely beautiful symbols of Slovenia’s natural world.

Who can attend the SUP holiday?

The holiday is suitable for people who can swim and are in reasonable physical shape. The tours are not demanding and you need no prior experiences with stand-up paddleboarding. Children are also most welcome to join. Those over 12 years old can join on their own board, while younger kids can sit on their parent’s SUP board, providing they already have experience in stand-up paddling.

Can you join without any SUP experience?

Slovenia Activities try to provide the best possible experience on your holidays, so they use very stable Red Paddle Co boards, perfect for beginners or travelers with little experience.

What happens in the event of bad weather?

Slovenia Activities will gladly take you stand-up paddle boarding in sunny or cloudy (dry) weather, but cannot in the event of heavy rain, windy weather, or strong river currents. If the weather forecast looks rainy, they will try to reschedule the SUP holiday to another date or another location.

This holiday is a tour around some cities and areas in Slovenia. It will start in Ljubljana, then to Bled, Goriška Brda, and finally, it ends at the seaside town of Piran.

During this SUP holiday, you will be able to tour and visit Slovenia's most beautiful and pristine lakes and rivers: Ljubljanica, Lake Bled and Bohinj, Soča River and the Adriatic Sea.

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Breakfasts will be included in the package.

• English speaking ASI certified SUP instructor
• Total SUP gear rental
• Introductory SUP course
• 5 SUP programs
• Short wetsuit (optional)
• 4 nights ccommodation with breakfast (double or twin rooms)
• Transfers in a comfortable van
• Bike tour in Ljubljana
• 4 hiking tours
• Wine cellar entrance in Goriška Brda
• Local dinner in Goriska Brda
• Postojna cave entrance fee
• Healthy snacks
• Photos from your SUP tour

• Flights
• Airport transfers
• Tourist tax

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• A reservation requires a deposit of 100% of the total price.
• The deposit is non-refundable, if the booking is cancelled.