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Ljubljana and Bled Lake Small Group Tour
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10 Hours 30 Minutes
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Pickup offered
Offered in: English
Overview
Visit 2 beautiful locations in Slovenia in a day on a guided sightseeing tour from Zagreb. Start off with a relaxing drive to Ljubljana. Explore the historic streets of Ljubljana, learn about Napoleon's connection to the city, how the iconic Triple Bridge got its name, and why there is so much Greek architecture in the city. Afterwards, visit Lake Bled which will offer you a true fairy tale experience as you take a boat ride to a secluded island and explore an 11th-century castle. You will also have some time to explore on your own. The experience ends with a relaxing drive back to Zagreb.
What's Included
- Transport by air-conditioned vehicle (up to 8 passangers)
- Pickup and drop-off from selected Hotels only in Zagreb
- Driver/guide
- infant and booster seats available FOC
- Fuel surcharge
- Local guide, professional guide
- Entrance fees: Bled Castle: 17 €/person, Pletna boat ride: 18 €/person
- Meals and personal expenses
Meeting And Pickup
Meeting point
You can wait in front of the meteorological post. It is possible for the guide to be up to 20 minutes late because of multiple pick up locations and traffic.
Start time
08:30 AM
End Point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Pickup details
We can arrange to pick up from selected Hotels in Zagreb or you can come to our meeting point. You will receive an email one day prior to the trip if you have a Hotel Pick up with your pick up time. It is possible for the guide to be up to 10 minutes late because of multiple pick up locations and traffic. *Make sure that you have your passport with you
What To Expect
Zagreb
Beginning with your hotel pickup in Zagreb at 8am, you will depart the city and ride on a 1.5 hour long drive to Ljubljana, the capital of Slovenia.
• Admission Ticket Free
Sava River
Once we cross river Sava, we are officially exiting Zagreb and starting our adventure.
• Admission Ticket Free
While enjoying your relaxing drive and just before crossing the Croatian border, you will see a medieval castle on top of a hill, Castle Mokrice. The castle has a rich history, mentioned already in the 15th century, it was the home of many noble families throughout the centuries, one of them being the famous Auerspergs. It was also used in a music video by the Pet Shop Boys.
• Admission Ticket Free
Krsko
On the drive we will also pass a city of Krško which is a very important source of energy for both Croatia and Slovenia, because there sits a nuclear power plant Krško. It was a joint venture by both governments during the time of Yugoslavia and it provides more than a quarter of Slovenian's and 15% of Croatian's power supply.
• Admission Ticket Free
Novo Mesto
While on the drive we will pass many quaint villages and towns. One that stands out the most is a lovely town called Novo Mesto. A river town with a rich archaeological heritage.
• Admission Ticket Free
Dragon Bridge (Zmajski Most)
We will begin a walking tour through the city and explore its many wonderful locations while learning about the rich and complex history. Where once stood a Roman city called Emona today it is Ljubljana, the capital of Slovenia and also its largest city. You will learn about Napoleon's connection to the city, the evolution of Ljubljana through time and many other interesting facts. . It is a beautiful and multicultural place. While on your guided walk tour you will stand in front of the imposing road bridge called the Dragon bridge. The legend says that Jason the founder of Ljubljana joined with his Argonauts and slayed a dragon and that is how the bridge got its name. You will also learn how the bridge evolved through history and how it changed.
15 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Cathedral of St. Nicholas (Stolnica Sv. Nikolaja)
Our next stop is the wonderful Ljubljana Cathedral, officially named Saint Nicholas Church. This magnificent structure was built at the start of the 18th century and it was rebuilt several times. What originally started as a Gothic church later evolved into a Baroque building. While walking around the cathedral you will see and learn about the mythic Slovenian doors that tell the entire history of the people of Slovenia. Entrance to the Cathedral is permitted but the entrance fee is 2 euro.
15 Minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
Jože Plečnik is the most famous Slovenian architect and he is responsible for how Ljubljana looks today and the city's entire identity. Most of his work on the city happened between the two World wars and his urban designs changed how Ljubljana developed through time. You will learn about his inspirations when creating countless squares, parks and streets in the city and also bridges. We will visit the famous Triple bridge, a formation of three public bridges that Jože Plečnik designed.
15 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Preseren Square
To finish our walking tour through Ljubljana we will visit the central square called Prešeren Square. It is located in the old town area and it's the true heart of the city. All major events in Ljubljana happen around Prešeren square, from festivals, political events and concerts. You will learn about how the square got its name in connection to a famous Slovenian poet France Prešeren and his tragic love affair with a mysterious woman called Julia.
15 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Ljubljana
Free time to enjoy Ljubljana and explore various restaurants and cafe's.
2 Hours • Admission Ticket Free
Storzic
Our drive to Bled will lead us around many awe-inspiring man-made and natural creations. One of them is the Storžić mountain which will be visible from the van. It is one of the most dangerous peaks in Slovenia.
• Admission Ticket Free
Julian Alps
While enjoying the drive you will get to experience the vast beauty of the Alps that run through the country of Slovenia.
• Admission Ticket Free
Kranj
While enjoying your drive you will also get a chance to see the fourth largest city of Slovenia, Kranj. A culturally rich city that has history dating back to the medieval ages. Also famous for its sausage.
• Admission Ticket Free
Radovljica
On our drive we will also pass Radovljica, a small and quaint town located right next to the Julian Alps. Radovljica is famous for its chocolate festival that happens every April.
• Admission Ticket Free
Visiting Lake Bled would not be complete without a boat ride to the only island in Slovenia. You are able to ride on the lake and to the island with traditional boats called Pletna. These traditional boats cannot be found anywhere else in the world except for Lake Bled. The boat will take you to the island where you can explore it, visit the church of Mary the Queen, ring the fortune bell and soak up the sun and enjoy the lovely mountain air.
1 Hours • Admission Ticket Not Included
Bled Castle (Blejski Grad)
To finish the trip you will visit Castle Bled. There you have an hour of free time to explore the castle and get introduced to its rich history. Castle Bled is a medieval castle that sits on a precipice overlooking the town of Bled and Lake Bled. It is the oldest castle in Slovenia and it offers a wide range of activities for history buffs. You can explore the castle, visit a winery and enjoy the one of a kind Bled Cream cake while absorbing the magnificent view from the top of the castle.
1 Hours • Admission Ticket Not Included
Additional Info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please wear comfortable walking shoes
- Passport required. You are required to have your documents with you.
- This tour will still operate in all weather conditions.
Operated by Toural
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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