Pre-Trip, Ljubljana/VeniceEnjoy a few extra days exploring Ljubjana, Slovenia, or Venice, Italy. Consider a day trip to Ptuj, Slovenia's oldest city, and explore its many cultural landmarks and architecture. You can visit museums, sample local cuisine and wine, or relax in the healing waters of the local spa. Days 1-3, Julian Alps - Bled & Triglav National ParkOur route covers challenging and exhilarating passes in the Julian Alps, and there will be options to ride three challenging high alpine cols such as Vrsic, Managart and Predell. We'll visit Skofja Loka, the best-preserved medieval town in Slovenia, and ride through Triglav National Park. Our ride offers views of stunning lakes and Mt. Triglav, the highest peak in Slovenia. Along the way we'll enjoy local cuisine in quaint mountain towns, and have an opportunity to hike, raft or kayak in the Soca Valley. Days 4-6, Soca River Valley/Brda Wine Region and Kras Karst CavesWe'll ride through the peaceful Soca River Valley, visit the Brda wine region and the Italian town of Cividale del Friuli. Our route takes us along quiet roads in the scenic Kras Karst region, we'll discover dramatic mountain-side castles and explore Slovenia's most impressive caves. Days 7-9, The Remote SoutheastWe'll explore some of the most remote areas of Slovenia, traveling along quiet roads, vineyards, gently rolling hills and through virgin forests. We'll visit an ancient abbey with a Gothic church and sample the local wine and pear brandy. Our route follows some of the favorite training roads of the Slovenian cycling pros!
Ride Summary
Day 1: 40-50miles/4,000-5,000 ft
Day 2: 56 miles/5,500 ft
Day 3: 46-54 miles/3,730-6,500 ft
Day 4: 38 miles/4,000 ft
Day 5: 49 miles/3,500 ft
Day 6: 26 miles/1,700 ft (Skocjan Cave in morning)
Day 7: 42 miles/3,000 ft
Day 8: 66 miles/5,200 ft.
Day 9: 56 miles/2.500 ft.
Total: 419 miles/33,130 ft
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