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Luxury Cycling Holidays

8 days / 7 nights

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You will cycle from the Alps to the Mediterranean sea, reside at boutique hotels and experience authentic Slovenian cuisine at Michelin-rated restaurants.

Fitness level

4/5

Season

From April to October

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Highlights

  • Experience Luxury hotels and fairytale castle accommodations with all the amenities
  • Feast your eyes on the untouched nature of the Julian Alps and the Karst plateau
  • Ascend the picturesque Vršič mountain pass with its many hairpin turns
  • Indulge in authentic Slovenian cuisine at Michelin-Rated Restaurants and taste local wines
  • Take in the historical Venetian architecture and narrow streets of the coastal city of Piran

Are you a passionate cyclist in search of an adventure? Do you enjoy dining at the finest Michelin-rated restaurants? Do you seek relaxation in luxury and boutique hotels? If so, you’re guaranteed to enjoy our Luxury Cycling Holiday.

We offer you the perfect symbiosis between a cycling adventure, fine dining, and comfortable and luxurious accommodation with all the amenities. You will indulge in authentic Slovenian cuisine and local wines from various gastronomic regions, on this 8-day trip from the Alps, to the Mediterranean sea. This cycling trip is an unforgettable experience for all participants.

In just a week, you'll discover diverse landscapes as you cycle from the mountains to the sea. You'll start at Lake Bled and explore the Triglav National Park, scenic alpine valleys, Vršič Pass, and the mesmerizing Soča Valley. You'll then travel through pastures, forests, and villages, eventually reaching the Mediterranean climate. You'll cycle through sunny vineyards and over the Karst Plateau before arriving at the Adriatic Sea, just in time for a swim.

You may choose from various bike types (road, gravel, trekking), with e-bikes available for those seeking a less challenging and leisurely trip. All bikes come equipped with the newest components, and the terrain of the trip is adjusted based on your fitness level and your choice of bike.

The tour is available as a fully guided or self-guided tour and is fully flexible. We may adjust the itinerary to your desired liking, adding a rest day, an alternative hike day, or a visit to a local destination of your choosing.

All roads and cycle paths are well-maintained and the traffic is relatively low. You will have our team's 24/7 support throughout the trip, ensuring a memorable and safe journey.

Our Bikes

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 both performance and comfort.

To match each rider with the right equipment, our team will also assist you in selecting the most suitable bike based on your physical profile, personal preferences, and the technical requirements of the tour.

Each bike rental includes:
 ✔ Transport of the bike to and from the tour start/end point
 ✔ Helmet for safety
Phone holder mounted on the handlebars
Basic tool kit for on-the-go adjustments

Close-up of black Wilier GTR road bicycle frame, handlebars, and wheels on white background.
Close-up of Wilier bicycle chainring and drivetrain components with Shimano Ultegra branding.
Close-up of Wilier road bike drivetrain with Shimano Ultegra components against white background.

Willier Garda

Or similar

Type: Road bike
Best for: Endurance road rides, long-distance cycling, and performance-focused recreational riders 


The Wilier Garda combines a lightweight carbon frame and carbon wheels for the perfect balance of comfort, speed, and reliability. With internal cable routing, endurance geometry, and clearance for tires up to 32 mm, it’s ideal for smooth and efficient long-distance riding with a sleek, modern look.

Close-up of a blue Specialized Diverge gravel bike frame, seat, and handlebars against white background.

Specialized Diverge E5

Or similar

Type: Gravel bike
Best for: Gravel roads, scenic trails, and adventure touring


The Diverge bike is built for comfortable, easy exploration on gravel roads, scenic trails, or new adventure routes. Its stable design and wide tires make it smooth on both paved and rough paths, giving you the confidence to explore freely. Equipped with versatile gears, it handles hills and flat terrain effortlessly, adapting to any landscape. With mounts for bags and racks, you can pack everything you need for a day trip or longer getaway. Ideal for discovering hidden paths or quiet roads, the Diverge is a reliable, comfortable companion for any journey.

Close-up of black electric mountain bike frame, seat, handlebars, and knobby tires against white background

Scott Aspect E-Ride

Or similar

Type: E-bike
Best for: Leisurely rides, light trails, and everyday cycling on mixed-terrain


The Scott Aspect eRide combines comfort with intuitive handling, perfect for leisurely rides on mixed terrains. Its durable frame, paired with a front suspension fork, provides a smooth experience on uneven paths. Powered by a robust motor, it’s an ideal choice for those seeking a hassle-free e-bike adventure.

Accommodations

Our handpicked luxury accommodations offer the perfect blend of comfort, style, and local character.

Twin beds in hotel room with wood floor, red chairs, and view of town spire through window.

Dvorec Tolmin

A beautifully restored historic manor in the heart of the Soča Valley, offering intimate luxury, elegant rooms with period charm, and a peaceful riverside setting surrounded by emerald landscapes.

Hotel Kempinski Palace pool area with rows of lounge chairs and white umbrellas under a clear blue sky.
Indoor swimming pool with blue mosaic tiles, illuminated ceiling, and potted palm trees at Hotel Kempinski Palace.
Hotel Kempinski Palace living area with balcony view of water and greenery
Lobby bar lounge with white modern seating, wood floors, and view of outdoor patio at Hotel Kempinski Palace.
Hotel Kempinski Palace interior with multi-level atrium, glass ceiling, and hanging crystal lights.
Hotel Kempinski Palace room with large bed, desk, and balcony view of green hills.
Twin beds in Hotel Kempinski Palace room with orange floral accent wall and red armchairs.
Elegant dining room with white linen tables, ornate chairs, and a large chandelier at Hotel Kempinski Palace.
Palace Hotel Portoroz facade with formal gardens and lily pond in summer

Kempinski Palace Hotel Portorož

Slovenia's premier 5-star seafront palace, an iconic luxury landmark with opulent rooms, world-class spa, private beach access, and timeless Mediterranean sophistication—widely regarded as the finest luxury hotel on the Istrian coast.

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Modern hotel living area with lime green sofa, yellow chair, and mountain view balcony.

Hotel Bled Rose

An elegant and refined 4-star superior hotel right by Lake Bled, featuring stylish modern interiors, spacious rooms with lake views, excellent wellness facilities, and sophisticated comfort in a prime location.

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Large white building on wooded hillside overlooking bright turquoise alpine lake, Vila Bled, Slovenia

Vila Bled

Former presidential residence of Marshal Tito, transformed into a charming historic boutique hotel with elegant mid-century design, stunning direct lake views, impeccable service, and an atmosphere of timeless luxury.

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Wooden dining area by glowing green water at night in Garden Village Bled, Slovenia.
Wooden tree house with balcony nestled high in lush green forest near Garden Village Bled.
Wooden house on stilts surrounded by dense green trees near water in Garden Village Bled.
Couple walking on wooden walkway past glamping tents in lush green forest near Bled.
Woman harvesting ripe tomatoes in a sunny greenhouse garden near Bled.
Illuminated glamping tent at night with wooden hot tub and two people near Bled.
Couple relaxing by outdoor stone fire pit under large metal hood in Garden Village Bled.

Garden Village Bled

A unique eco-luxury glamping resort perched above Lake Bled, offering stylish treehouses and pier tents with high-end amenities, organic dining, and a magical blend of nature and refined comfort.

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Boutique Hotel Dobra Vila building with white facade, white roses, and green mountains backdrop.

Dobra Vila

Exquisite boutique hotel in Bovec with just 11 individually designed rooms, celebrated for its bold contemporary style, warm hospitality, and perfect fusion of luxury and Soča Valley adventure.

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Modern hotel bedroom with twin beds on a raw wood platform and industrial shelving.

Maestoso

The elegant hotel within the Lipica Stud Farm estate, blending classic charm with modern luxury, surrounded by white Lipizzaner horses and green karst landscapes—ideal for an authentic and refined Slovenian experience.

Jacuzzi on wooden deck overlooking green lake and forested mountains, likely Milka Garden Suite.

Hotel Milka

A stunning boutique gem in the Julian Alps with only 7 rooms, offering modern alpine design, panoramic mountain views, exceptional wellness, and an intimate atmosphere of pure luxury.

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Alpine hotel with wooden balconies surrounded by heavy snow and towering, snow-covered mountains

Triangel Boutique Hotel

Contemporary boutique hotel in the heart of the Julian Alps, known for its sleek design, cozy yet luxurious rooms, and unbeatable location for mountain lovers.

Hotel Piran building with glass-enclosed dining area next to a seaside promenade.

Hotel Piran

Highly rated boutique hotel nestled in the historic heart of Piran, featuring elegant sea-view rooms, impeccable cleanliness, and an unbeatable location just steps from the Adriatic promenade.

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Restaurants

On our luxury tours, you’ll enjoy hand-selected dining experiences that celebrate regional cuisine, local ingredients, and exceptional culinary craftsmanship.

Gourmet fish with sauce, roe, and herbs, garnished with evergreen branches

Milka Kranjska Gora

2 Michelin Star masterpiece by chef David Žefran, offering innovative tasting menus with local ingredients and breathtaking alpine views.

Bled Castle Restaurant Jezeršek

Royal dining experience high above Lake Bled in the castle, serving refined Slovenian cuisine with panoramic lake vistas.

Spaghetti with creamy sauce and lobster claw served in a speckled grey bowl.

Mama Marija Restaurant

Michelin-recommended family-run gem in Istria, delivering authentic Mediterranean flavors and warm hospitality.

Gourmet soup with raw egg yolk on crisp bread, garnished with edible flowers on a wooden table.

Mangrt Restaurant

Modern alpine fine dining at Hotel Mangart, focusing on seasonal Julian Alps produce and creative presentations.

Three plates of grilled meat chops with potatoes and a plate of dumplings in brown sauce on a wooden surface.

Hiša Polonka

Michelin Guide favorite in Kobarid, renowned for bold flavors, local Soča Valley ingredients, and artistic plating.

Red sorbet with dark sauce and meringue shards on a wide white plate

Gredič

Charming castle restaurant in Brda wine region, pairing exquisite Slovenian dishes with outstanding local wines in a fairy-tale setting.

Frequently Asked Questions

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.

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.

If you are not bringing your own bike and equipment, we can certainly arrange that for you. We have a wide selection of bikes at our disposal and we will choose the ones that best fit your tour. All we need from you is your usual bike size and any other relevant information or preferences so we can make sure you will be comfortable throughout your trip.

Bike rentals include the bike that has been agreed upon, delivery prior to and pickup after your tour. Additional equipment is also included: helmet, an extra chain, basic repair kit and pedals if necessary.

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.

Ratings & Reviews

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Mystie Pineda

Verified customer · 2 months ago

I found this place with a simple Google search, and I never could’ve expected the custom experience I received. They provided options to help my husband and I hone in on exactly what we wanted to do for our honeymoon. We had perfectly curated GPS-lead rides all across the country, they booked all of our hotels, and planned all of our transportation. Every place that we went was so beautiful. I’m so grateful that we found this company to help us plan our honeymoon, couldn’t have asked for a better experience!

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Wade Rockwood

Verified customer · 7 months ago

This was the best cycling experience we have ever had! The Julian Alps are spectacular, and the people of Slovenia are the kindest people. We went through so many amazing places. I cannot recommend this company enough. Everything was perfect.

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John Woeste

Verified customer · 4 months ago

Highly recommend the bike trip from Bled to Pula. It was well planned. We did a small group self-supported. Big fun. Bikes, hotels, route selection and communication with the company was great.

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Gary O'Loughlin

Verified customer

We recently completed the cycling tour from Bled to Piran with Slovenia Cycling Holidays. All the organising and running of the tour was excellent. We had excellent communication with Anna during the planning and also excellent and very helpful advice during the trip from Timotej We were unlucky on the final day to strike severe thunderstorms which made the day very difficult and less enjoyable. The weather stopped us enjoying the wonderful scenery into Piran. Timotej offered to transport us, but we wished to complete the ride. We can wholeheartedly recommend this Company if you wish a good cycling adventure with very good accommodation along the way. Thanks Anja and Timothy

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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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Caroline Paulsen

Verified customer · 4 months ago

Slovenia Cycling Holidays arranged a custom itinerary for my friends and I to do an 8 day cycling trip (10 nights of lodging) around the Julian Alps and to the coast at Piran. Their planning made it really easy for us to arrive to Slovenia with all details of our trip already figured out. They booked our lodging, provided luggage transfers, and gave us daily GPS files for the cycling route every day which made for an amazing trip! I'd definitely recommend this company for your next cycling trip you do in Slovenia or other parts of Europe!

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We handle itineraries, accommodations, and anything else you prefer not to deal with, so you can enjoy a carefree holiday.

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Flexibility is our middle name — whether you want more or less, or just beyond ordinary, we’ll make it happen.

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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.

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