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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

cycling the 4th stage of hht trail through the mountain pastures of zajamniki

skofja loka

cycling over the hills of polhograjski dolomiti

panoramic view of bohinj lake

cycling along the ridge on the hills surrounding žiri town

View of Bled from Ojstrica

View of Bled from Ojstrica

the view from soriška planina ski resort

cycling the 4th stage of hht trail through the mountain pastures of zajamniki
skofja loka
cycling over the hills of polhograjski dolomiti
panoramic view of bohinj lake
cycling along the ridge on the hills surrounding žiri town
View of Bled from Ojstrica
the view from soriška planina ski resort
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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
Rent of high performance electric mountain bike and helmet
Return transfer to/from the airport
Single supplement
Extra days
Tour tax not included

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
Rent of high performance electric mountain bike and helmet
Return transfer to/from the airport
Single supplement
Extra days
Tour tax not included
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

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.

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Malcolm Hart
Verified Customer
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.
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Greg Martin
Verified Customer
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.
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ACP2527
Verified Customer
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!
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Diane Flynn
Verified Customer
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!!
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Katie Wigfield
Verified Customer
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.
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Mark Daily
Verified Customer
We couldn’t have had a better experience. Everything was great from the moment we were picked up at the airport until our send off two weeks later. Beautiful biking trails, great equipment and accommodations, knowledgable guide offering multiple options every day. I highly recommend Slovenian Cycling Holidays for a great vacation.

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.

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