To ensure the best possible experience on your cycling adventure, we offer top-quality bikes for rent. Our fleet features the latest models, meticulously maintained for performance and comfort.
Ljubljana to Bled on Hidden Hills Trail
Explore the hidden trails of the hills between Ljubljana and Lake Bled on this hut-to-hut mountain biking tour that takes you through the medieval Škofja Loka.
Starting point
Ljubljana
Finish point
Bled
Duration
5 days / 4 nights
Season
April -
October
Price
From: 1,115€/person
Difficulty
Moderate
Suitable for most active people with good stamina and basic cycling experience
MTB Cycling
Explore rugged trails and conquer challenging terrains with mountain biking, perfect for adventure enthusiasts.
Non-crowded area with little traffic
Visit Slovenia’s top highlights like Ljubljana, Škofja Loka, Lake Bohinj, and Lake Bled
Captivating route with diverse terrain
Hidden viewpoints only known by the locals
Bike through the heart of Slovenia’s pristine nature
View of Bled from Ojstrica
Itinerary
Day 1: Ljubljana
When you arrive in Ljubljana, the bikes and guide will already be waiting for you at your accommodation. You will receive complete information regarding the itinerary beforehand, and we will address any questions you may have. If you arrive in Ljubljana early and have extra time, you should visit the Ljubljana city center and the castle. There is an adventurous week ahead of you, so rest up.
Day 2: Ljubljana - Škofja Loka
This first day of cycling will already be an exciting ride from the city center of Ljubljana to the medieval town of Škofja Loka. After leaving the city center you will start with an ascent up to St. Katarina, overlooking Ljubljana valley, and continue all the way to scenic St. Jakob church which offers a 360-degree panoramic view. After the descent from Polhograjski Dolomiti hills, you will reach Škofja Loka – the town full of history and culture.
Cycling
30km, 780m elevation gain
Day 3: Škofja Loka - Stari Vrh
The second stage takes you from the medieval town up to the Križna Gora hill, followed by the descent to Selška valley. There is one more climb ahead of you up to St. Thomas church, one of the most photographed destinations in Slovenia. After a quick photo shot you take a turn to an old military road up to Ski resort Stari Vrh – the final place for the second stage.
Cycling
26km, 1130m elevation gain
Day 4: Stari Vrh - Dražgoše - Lake Bohinj
Today, the picturesque path takes you along the Škofja Loka hills, thick spruce forest of Jelovica, and remote villages of Kališe & Dražgoše, where time flows differently. After a long descent, you will arrive at Bohinjska Bistrica and continue on a scenic cycling path to Lake Bohinj.
Cycling
44km, 1800m elevation gain
Day 5: Bohinj - Bled
There is no better way to start the day at one lake and finish it with a well-deserved swim at the other. The route will take you from lake Bohinj up to the mountain pasture Zajamniki, which is known as the most picturesque panorama view in Slovenia. After leaving one pasture you will cross many of them and have a chance to try traditional alpine cheese. Having enough of typical shepherd’s mountain huts you will start with a long descent to Lake Bled and finish the day.
Cycling
45km, 1100m elevation gain
Extra days: From Bled back to Škofja Loka
If you wish to add a bit extra of the hidden trails in the area, the tour can be extended for any number of days and conclude a circle returning back to Škofja Loka;
Day 6: Today’s stage includes a cycling path, a train ride, and a bit of climbing. From lake Bled you will take a cycling route to Bohinjska Bistrica where you will board a train. The train will take you through the tunnel connecting Lake Bohinj valley with Selška valley. Soon you will reach Podbrdo station, exit the train ride and continue cycling up to Davča, the largest village in Slovenia.
Day 7: On the 7th day you will cycle under Porezen mountain and reach the highest point of the Hidden Hills trail, mount Blegoš. The path will then take you along the panoramic road of Ermanovec, reaching the town of Hotavlje – the final point of today’s stage.
Day 8: The seventh stage of the trail will let you explore the secret spots of Žiri town, cycling along the ridge of many scenic hills, allowing you to enjoy panoramic views on the way. You can make a stop at the Rupnik line – historic military underground tunnels that were part of the western defense line after the II. world war. You will finish the day at the same accommodation as the day before.
Day 9: The last day’s itinerary includes the bucolic mansion Visoko which gave Slovenia one of the most important novels. From there, you’ll ride over the hills and through remote homesteads back to Škofja Loka, where you’ll visit an old bridge where the devil himself used to appear. You’ll wrap the trip up with a refreshing swim in the Sora river.
Day 1: Ljubljana
When you arrive in Ljubljana, the bikes will be delivered at your accommodation. You will receive complete information regarding the itinerary beforehand, and we will address any questions you may have. If you arrive in Ljubljana early and have extra time, you should visit the Ljubljana city center and the castle. There is an adventurous week ahead of you, so rest up.
Day 2: Ljubljana - Škofja Loka
Cycling
30km, 780m elevation gain
Day 3: Škofja Loka - Stari Vrh
Cycling
26km, 1130m elevation gain
Day 4: Stari Vrh - Dražgoše - Lake Bohinj
Cycling
44km, 1800m elevation gain
Day 5: Bohinj - Bled
Cycling
45km, 1100m elevation gain
Extra days: From Bled back to Škofja Loka
If you’re looking to add a few hidden trails to your journey, the tour can be extended for as many days as you’d like, creating a loop that brings us back to Škofja Loka.
Day 6: Today’s stage combines cycling, a scenic train ride, and a bit of climbing. We’ll start with a cycling route from Lake Bled to Bohinjska Bistrica, where we’ll board a train through the tunnel linking the Lake Bohinj valley to Selška valley. After disembarking at Podbrdo, we’ll continue cycling up to Davča, Slovenia’s largest village.
Day 7: On day seven, we’ll cycle under the shadow of Porezen Mountain, reaching the highest point on the Hidden Hills trail, Mount Blegoš. From here, we’ll follow the panoramic Ermanovec road, ending the day in Hotavlje.
Day 8: Today, we’ll uncover the hidden charm of Žiri, cycling along scenic ridges that offer sweeping views. A highlight of the day is a stop at the Rupnik Line, a network of historic military tunnels that formed part of the western defense line after WWII. We’ll wrap up the day at the same accommodation as the night before.
Day 9: On our final day, we’ll explore the historic Visoko Mansion, known for inspiring one of Slovenia’s most treasured novels. From there, we’ll ride through hills and remote homesteads back to Škofja Loka, visiting a legendary old bridge once known for its “devilish” sightings. The trip concludes with a refreshing swim in the Sora River.
Want to make some changes?
Tailor made holidays - let us know what works for you and we will make it happen.
Customize your holiday
Guided
Included in price
Professional local guide
Accommodation as per itinerary
Rent of high performance electric mountain bike and helmet
Tour design and organization
Luggage transfers
Self guided
Included in price
Tour design and organization
Accommodation as per itinerary
Booklet with detailed itinerary and route instructions
Service and support during your tour
GPS navigation with an easy-to-use app
Luggage transfer
From:
1,115€
/person
What to bring to the tour
Cycling Gloves
Rain/Wind Jacket
Small Backpack
Water Bottles/Bidons
Snacks
ID Card
Cash
Zip Lock Bag for Electronics
Powerbank
Sunglasses
Sunscreen
Bike Lube
Description
The Hidden Hills Trail is a long-distance biking course, and you will discover something new every day that you spend on it. The route combines pleasant biking paths, single trails, and asphalt roads. Little to no traffic and pristine nature are some of the reasons you should explore this hidden jewel among Slovenian biking trails.
When it comes to off-the-beaten-path cycling trails, you can hardly find one that will feel more fulfilling as you will delight in:
- the gorgeous landscape and diverse terrain, including Lake Bohinj and Lake Bled;
- almost traffic-free roads that will bring you closer to pristine and calm nature;
- and secluded spots where friendly locals welcome every visitor with open arms.
The hills that separate Ljubljana and Lake Bled are rich with history and natural gems, connected with winding roads, paths, and single tracks without crowds or traffic jams.
If you ride through the ancient towns, you’ll meet friendly locals and time-travel to another era. You’ll visit Škofja Loka with its incredibly well-preserved medieval old town; the blacksmiths’ burg of Železniki; the shoemaking capital of Žiri; the cheese-making hub in Gorenja vas, and countless hidden spots with breathtaking views, secret histories, and wild stories. The hills, the rivers, and the lesser-known paths. It’s all there.
Map
Start planning today!
The sooner the better - guaranteed availability and best prices if you don't wait for too long.
Things to know
We offer road cycling, trekking cycling and mountain biking holidays.
Our road cycling holidays are suitable for avid road cycling enthusiasts whose endurance is high enough to withstand multiple long cycling days in a row.
Our trekking cycling holidays are suitable for anyone, as the stages are short enough for most people, and the terrain is not technical — mostly tarmac and gravel. They will still be enjoyed most by people who cycle occasionally and feel comfortable with multiple days in a row on the saddle and some moderate climbing. For those looking for more leisurely cycling holidays, we offer an e-bike option.
Our e-MTB holidays are suitable for most people comfortable on a mountain bike who are fine with some rougher gravel roads and steeper hills, made easier with electric assistance. However, the single trails MTB holidays are suitable mostly for avid mountain bikers, as they tackle technical trails and fast descents, but are very adjustable to your skills and style of riding.
On our guided tours, you will have professional local guides. Our guides will make sure that you will have expert guidance combined with great fun and a memorable experience.
We are always looking for the perfect fit for you. We use a few different accommodation providers that fit our standards but they are subjected to availability, especially in the high season. We can also adjust the holiday, keeping in mind your preferences and budget and can always find a more suitable solution for your taste.
We recommend booking as early as possible. Most of our tours run through very touristy places where accommodation is limited. Most of the great places start getting booked for summer before spring.
It really depends on the level of your restriction. Vegetarian options are fairly easy to find in Slovenia, but vegan dishes, on the other hand, are extremely hard to come by in rural areas of the country and in smaller towns. Please note that the places where we stop for lunch are often traditional and may have difficulties accommodating you outside of their standard menu. We suggest you keep this in mind.
If you want to, sure! We are well aware that some people love to stay in groups while others prefer some more alone time on their trip. We wanted to give you the opportunity to do things your way. It is your holiday, after all! As long as you respect the group timings and locations designated by your guide, please feel free to customize your itinerary and create your own adventure!
Depending on the tour, generally late spring (May) and early autumn (September) are the best times, summer is of course also always great and some of our holidays are also possible in winter! Read more about cycling seasons in Slovenia.
Most of the tours can be done even in light rain, as long as you dress accordingly. It is not unusual in the summer that there are afternoon thunderstorms, so early starts are advisable. If the weather looks really bad, we will try to adjust the tour or skip a stage with a shuttle.
Our tours can be adapted to any bike type, whether road, gravel, or mountain bike. We are in constant communication with you to find the optimal conditions for your cycling holidays in Slovenia.
The most versatile option is a gravel bike, even if you are coming on a road cycling holiday. It does not really affect your road performance while allowing you to take some scenic backroads that can be in a slightly worse state than the main ones. A gravel bike is usually more comfortable as well.
In any way, Slovenia is a very diverse country and there is something for every cyclist. Whichever bike you choose, we will find the perfect route for you to take on your cycling holidays.
Timotej
Talk to our travel expert
[email protected]
+38638283705
Usually replies within 1 hour!
Join a group:
From: 1,795€/person
Self guided:
From: 1,115€/person
Travel dates can affect the prices.
The itinerary can always be adjusted to suit your budget better.
Let's book your trip
Book now before it's gone
Accommodations are likely to sell out
Fast and easy booking
Book your activity in few minutes
Guaranteed best prices
No additional costs
Had a fantastic cycling tour in Slovenia for our group of 12 organised by Slovenia Cycling Holidays covering Ljubljana, Lake Bled and Kranjska Gora over a week. Beautiful scenery, great road surface to ride, excellent ride guides who focussed on local aspects, riding safety and fitted in really well with our group. We experienced good organisation for the tailored tour which included local cultural and historical perspectives and arranged a good programme for two non-riders. Highly recommended place to cycle and certainly recommend Slovenia Cycling Holidays to assist with your trip.
So last minute holiday and the team at Slovenia Cycling managed to turn around a bespoke package really quickly in peak tourist season!
The cycle routes are great and easy to follow whilst the trip app has all the details on hotels and transfers whilst the things to see and places to eat was invaluable.
Team are super responsive when you have questions which are handled quickly on Whats App.
Will definitely use them again.
Top Company, Top Tour ! We did the 7 days tour (from Alps to Adriatic), from Bled to Piran in august 2024 ! It was the best tour made in years. Amazing landscapes and nature, great accommodations and food and perfectly organised. Daja did really a perfect job ! she was allways available for questions or suggestions ! I would recommend this tour to everyone.
G’day Klem,
Back in Australia and just wanted to say how much we enjoyed our holiday. You guys did a wonderful job. The whole experience was first class. The bikes were excellent. The route was fun and well mapped using the app. The hotels were excellent. The hotel staff, outstanding. The food and wine truly memorable.
I cannot recommend you guy’s highly enough.
Our impressions of Slovenia as an outstanding destination, of beautiful scenery and friendly people will be passed onto all our friends.
Thank you so much for a great holiday!
We had a wonderful cycling trip, starting in Trieste, then onto Slovenia and Croatia. Before the trip, Klemen was extremely patient with our many questions and addressed our concerns very satisfactorily- even changing the original bike route to meet our needs. The bikes we used ( e-bikes) were in great condition, and easy to use. The hotels were very satisfactory- and included big breakfasts to start our days. The towns we visited were charming. All in all- a first class experience!!
We have just returned from a wonderful family holiday in Slovenia (two adults and a 13 year old) and I can highly recommend Slovenia Cycling Holidays for their excellent service and good value for money.
Nejc was very helpful from the start, replying quickly and creating our tailormade itinerary. We received great pre-trip information and files in the right format to use with our Garmin devices. The trip itself was perfect, cycling on a mix of offroad trails and quiet roads. The hotels were well chosen with comfortable, spacious rooms and welcoming and helpful staff who stored the bikes overnight.
The e-bikes themselves were brand new top-of-the range and ideal for the hilly terrain - meaning we were able to see more of the countryside and get off the beaten track.
Nejc continued to be on hand for any questions (messaging via WhatsApp). We were travelling in April and generally had lovely weather but on our last day, we had very heavy rain. Nejc was in contact first thing in the morning to check if we still wanted to cycle which we did. We finished early and we and the bikes were collected earlier than scheduled to avoid having to hang around in wet gear.
The scenery we cycled through from Ljubljana to Lake Bled was beautiful and the people we met were friendly and welcoming. We hope to return soon.
Join a Group
If you are a solo cyclist who wants to spend a fun holiday cycling, look no further. We’re going to find you a group of up to 8 like-minded biking enthusiasts and take care of all the other tour details. The cycling tour will be led by our guide, who’ll make sure everything runs smoothly, so you’re able to enjoy as much cycling as possible.
Self-guided
Those who like a good adventure and limitless flexibility should go on a self-guided cycling holiday. We prepare the itinerary and book your accommodations; You enjoy the journey without our guide, being fully in charge of all the daily decisions. While you’ll have the full support of our team in case of any emergencies or concerns, a certain level of self-reliance is required.
Local experts
Our professional cycling guides know the local terrain and are trained to make this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity both safe and enjoyable.
Hassle-Free
We handle itineraries, accommodations, and anything else you prefer not to deal with, so you can enjoy a carefree holiday.
Completely Customizable
Flexibility is our middle name — whether you want more or less, or just beyond ordinary, we’ll make it happen.
Book with confidence
We are a financially protected company, fully bonded and insured, keeping your money safe and allowing you to travel with confidence.
Unbeatable support
Our 24/7 customer support is where we show our passion, bringing you a better experience by making your well-being our number one priority.
Similar Slovenia bike tours
8 days / 7 nights
Moderate
Cycle your way through the diverse regions of Slovenia, discovering the country’s diversity on this self-guided cycling journey from the mountains to the sea.
From: 1,595€/person
13 days / 12 nights
Moderate
Discover the diverse landscapes of Slovenia and Croatia on this self-guided biking holiday, from the mountainous Alps to the Adriatic Sea.
From: 2,595€/person
8 days / 7 nights
Moderate to Challenging
Take on Slovenia’s ultimate road cycling challenge – epic climbs, breathtaking scenery, and rich culture on an 8-day guided adventure fit for champions.
From: 3,995€/person
15 days / 14 nights
Moderate to Challenging
Embark on an exhilarating journey of cycling for 15 days, exploring the stunning landscapes and historical towns of Slovenia, Italy, and Croatia.
From: 2,645€/person
8 days / 7 nights
Challenging
The ultimate road cycling tour of Slovenia, challenging you on a diverse route from the capital, through the Alps and the Soča Valley, and back to Ljubljana.
From: 1,650€/person
8 days / 7 nights
Moderate
Hop on our electric bikes and experience stunning Alpine locations with unforgettable views on our guided biking holiday in Slovenia.
From: 1,995€/person
8 days / 7 nights
Moderate
Discover the Northern Adriatic on this self-guided cycling holiday, following the famous Parenzana from Trieste, down the Slovenian coast and Croatian Istria.
From: 1,795€/person
7 to 10 Days
Moderate
You will cycle from the Alps to the Mediterranean sea, reside at boutique hotels and experience authentic Slovenian cuisine at Michelin-rated restaurants.
From: 1,115€/person
8 days / 7 nights
Moderate to Challenging
The adrenaline-pumping mountain biking holiday in numerous exciting locations around Slovenia is full of crazy downhills and smooth flow rides.
From: 1,990€/person
All You Need to Know About Cycling in Slovenia
Enter your mail below and join us for a free webinar!
