Juliana Trail Self guided Gravel bike tour
About the tour
The Juliana Trail is a breathtaking cycling route that weaves through the stunning landscapes of Slovenia’s Julian Alps, offering an unforgettable mix of nature, culture and true adventure. Spanning approximately 265 kilometers, this trail is perfect for both avid cyclists and those looking for a leisurely ride amidst breathtaking scenery.
The self-guided tour allows you to take as much time as you want for cycling and exploring Slovenia’s exquisite landscape. We will prepare the cycling itinerary, organise accommodation and transport of your luggage so you can focus on cycling and enjoying your well deserved cycling holidays.
Juliana Trail offers a mix of terrain, including paved paths, gravel roads, and forest trails. While some sections are challenging, there are easier alternatives for those wishing to conserve energy for the following days. Cyclists should be prepared for ascents and descents, particularly when navigating the mountain passes. In our itinerary the roads are mostly gravel, with some short sections of rocky parts. There are alternatives for the ones who want to choose challenging terrain.
Itinerary
DAY 1: Bovec – Tolmin
On the day of your arrival a member of our team will give you all the information about the tour, the area, itinerary and all the necessary information about the bike and equipment.
Right after you are ready to set off on a cycling adventure along the Soča River from Bovec to Tolmin. You’ll start your trail following the Soča River in Bovec, countinue all the way to Drežnica on gravel road and enjoy a descent through pastures back to Tolmin. On the way you can also visit the memorial Javorca – the Church of the Holy Spirit. This section of the Juliana Bike Trail is the most challenging, but for those looking to conserve energy for the days ahead, there’s a less demanding alternative available.
Distance: 55 km (34,2 miles)
Uphill: 1600 m (5250 ft)
Downhill: 1760 m (5775 ft)
Approximate cycling time: 8h
DAY 2: Tolmin – Zakojca
Distance: 30 km (18.2 miles)
Uphill: 1060 m (3475 ft)
Downhill: 620 m (2035 ft)
Approximate cycling time: 3 h 30 min
DAY 3: Zakojca – Podbrdo
It is a mountain bike day. From Zakojca you will cycle to the Vrh Ravni Saddle through the Otavnik pasture until you reach Prehod Pass. Take a short walk to enjoy the panoramic views from Porezen. Then get ready for a long descent making your way down to Podbrdo in Baška grapa.
Distance: 20 km (12.2 miles)
Uphill: 860 m (2822 ft)
Downhill: 1060 m (3478 ft)
Approximate cycling time: 2 h 45 min
DAY 4: Podbrdo – Bohinjska Bistrica
You’ll start cycling in the narrow Baška grapa, reach the hills of Sorica, climbing up to Soriška planina. You’ll enjoy the journey through the forest across picturesque pastures as you make your way to the Bohinj Valley. Your day will end in Bohinjska Bistrica a charming village of Bohinj.
Distance: 29 km (18 miles)
Uphill: 882 m (2893 ft)
Downhill: 881 m (2890 ft)
Approximate cycling time: 3 h
DAY 5: Bohinjska Bistrica – Goreljek
Starting in Bohinjska Bistrica, following the cycling route along Sava Bohinja River to Lake Bohinj. Before continuing your ascent to Pokljuka Plateau you can visit Alpine Dairy Farming Museum in Stara Fužina. From there youu will climp up to Goreljek, where you will spend the night.
Distance: 32 km (20 miles)
Uphill: 1075m (3527 ft)
Downhill: 320 m (1050 ft)
Approximate cycling time: 4 h
DAY 6: Goreljek – Kranjska Gora
You’ll wake up at Pokljuka Plateau where you will start your cycling towards Kranjska Gora. On the way you can stop at Alpine Museum in Mojstrana or at Peričnik waterfall. At the end of the day you will reach the picturesque Kranjska Gora.
Distance: 53 km (32.5 miles)
Uphill: 793m (2600 ft)
Downhill: 1250 m (4100 ft)
Approximate cycling time: 4 h
DAY 7: Kranjska Gora – Bovec
Today you will go over the highest mountain pass in Slovenia – the Vršič Pass. While ascending this steep pass with 50 sharp turns make sure you enjoy the scenic mountain peaks that are surrounding you all the way. Ascending and descending the road made during the 1st world war you can also stop at Russian Chapel before reaching Bovec, your final destination.
Distance: 45 km (28 miles)
Uphill: 922 m (3025 ft)
Downhill: 1288 m (4225 ft)
Approximate cycling time: 3h 15 min
Price
Self-guided: 720€/person
Price inclusions
- Tour organization, route instructions with GPS track
- Introductory briefing on the first day
- 6 nights accommodation (3* or more) with breakfast in hotels/private apartments
- Customer support 24/7 and emergency contact number
- Tourist tax and VAT
Price exclusions
- Bike rental
- Luggage transfer
- Lunch and dinner
- Travel Insurance (required)
Supplements
Optional extras:
- Mountain bike (Cube AIM) rental: 20€/day
- E-bike (Cube Reaction Pro) rental: 40€/day
- Bike panniers: 15€/bike
- Waterproof phone holder: 10€/bike
- Luggage transfer: 760€/group
- Guided tour: 1320€/group (1-4 people) 1790€/group (5-8 people)
Bike rental includes: helmet, lock, pump, spare tube, chain lube and repair kit.
- High season supplement (June 15th to September 15th): 150€/person
- Single supplement: 320€/person
Good to know
- We recommend bringing cycling gear (comfortable shoes for cycling, sportive clothing, wind jacket, cycling gloves, backpack, sunglasses) and a powerbank.
- We recommend bringing sunscreen, snacks and a bottle/bidon of water.
- Please have your ID Card with you.
- If you would like to start and finish the Juliana trail at any other stage please let us know.
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