Wellness Holiday in Slovenia - Europe's "Green" Capital.
Slovenia is knowns as the “greenest” country in Europe and offers visitors a huge variety of wellness activities set in stunning scenery.
If you are looking for a wellness holiday in Slovenia you might like this holiday idea which is a perfect mix of activities, yoga, luxury and relaxation that takes you from Ljubliana to the Slovenian Alps, through stunning countryside and exploring mysterious caves.
Visit Ljubljana with Curious Travel
Day 1: Ljubljana - Cycling, Picnics and SUP
Explore Ljubljana by bike with Luxury Picnic.
The best way to explore a city like Ljubliana is on a bicycle with a local guide. Hop on a comfortable fat-tire stylish beach cruiser bicycle and enjoy Ljubljana from a different perspective. First, explore the main attractions in the pedestrian zone and then get off the beaten trail to soak up the city vibe in more local “holes in the wall” where locals go to shop, eat and play. Cruise the beautiful Ljubljanica River embankments, unusual abandoned military objects, tranquil green parks and Roman remains. For lunch, take a well-deserved rest in a tranquil area of the old town and enjoy a luxury gourmet picnic.
Cycle Tour of Lubjljana with Curious Travel
SUP Through the Capital along Ljubljanica River
We love this activity as a fun way to explore the gorgeous city of Ljubljana and get a completely different viewpoint - by paddling a SUP (Stand Up Paddleboard) down the Ljubljanica River.
Cycle Tour of Ljubljana with Gourmet Picnic - Travel with Curious Travel
Hotel Cubo or similar
Hotel Cubo is a beautiful boutique hotel in a historic building in the heart of Ljubljana. A winner of various awards, we love this cosy boutique hotel and its welcoming staff.
Day 2: Lakes Bled and Bohinj - Flyfishing or Horseback Riding
Tranquil Boat Tour to Bled Island
A visit to the stunningly beautiful Lake Bled is made perfect by taking a private boat tour on a traditional "pletna" boat to Bled island and its famous 17th Century Church. We will make sure you don’t miss trying the delicious traditional local desert found here called "kremšnita".
Vintgar Gorge or Flyfishing or Horse-back Riding
In the afternoon choose between several different activity options. If you want to do more than one we can just extend your trip to fit more in!
a relaxing walk around the impressive Vintgar Gorge
fly fishing on the river with a local expert
glacial Lake Bohinj & horse-back riding
Stay at Luxury Boutique Hotel - Hotel Sunrose 7 - Travel with Curious Travel
Hotel Sunrose 7 or similar
Hotel Sunrose 7 is an iconic heritage hotel (adults only) with stunning views of the Julian Alps. If you are looking for a family hotel we can of course recommend other great hotel options in the Lake Bled area.
Hotel Sunrose 7 has an Alpine aesthetic with elegant bespoke carpentry and a chic design The hotel blends contemporary luxury with 130 years old tradition of service and heritage. This luxury boutique hotel offers ultimate privacy, delicious food and personalized hotel service. It is a great hotel for wellness and has a dedicated wellness spa area offering seven unique relaxation services and can accommodate up to six people to offer superb privacy.
Golf Holiday in Slovenia with Curious Travel
Day 3: A Day of Golf or Relaxing Spa Day
Choose from a day of playing golf or a relaxing day at the spa. If you would like to do both we can just extend your stay!
Golf - Royal Bled
The Royal Bled golf course is classed as being among the top 25 golf courses in Europe. Surrounded by the dramatic mountains and sweeping valleys of the Alps, the course offers a strategic layout and an opportunity to play golf in complete tranquillity. Choose between the 18-hole King's course and the 9-hole Lake Course.
Spa Day Relaxation
We can help you choose the best Spa for your Spa Day. Perhaps relax at your hotel spa or in the local spa - Wellness Živa - located in Bled.
Treat yourself to spa treatments such as Rikli-style holistic relaxation, Kneipp therapy, hot tubs, Finnish sauna, sound therapy - all with local touches.
Lunch or Dinner in a local restaurant
Slovenian gastronomy is world-class and we love our clients to enjoy local gastronomy in the best local restaurants with a friendly, warm welcome and top service. Some options for excellent restaurants at Lake Bled include:
Bled Castle Restaurant
Restaurant Kavarna pod Kostanji at Sunrose 7 hotel
Day 4: Soča Valley & Riverside Yoga
Soča Valley
Climb to the highest Slovenian mountain pass, Mt. Vrsic for views of the Julian Alps and then descend into the Trenta valley. Stop on the way to drink refreshing, crystal-clear water from local springs. This is mother nature at her best. Continue to Soca Valley and River - a well-known Slovenian extreme sports centre and location where a number of different water activities can be enjoyed. Stop at the mysterious Kozjak Waterfall one of the most charming, hidden, and stunning waterfalls in Slovenia or walk around Tolmin Gorges - a magnificent natural attraction and the lowest entry point into the Triglav National Park.
Relaxing Riverside Yoga
This is a great spot for Yoga. Choose between doing yoga on an idyllic riverside location, special SUP yoga or sunset yoga which can be done on the top of a nearby hill for spectacular views as you close the day.
Hotel Soča
The unique architectural design and perfect interior design of Hotel Soča in the centre of Bovec creates an idyllic environment for your active vacation. The Soča Hotel is located in the heart of Bovec. The carefully chosen location impresses with its attractive views of the peaks that surround the valley and offers you a relaxing retreat from everyday life.
DAY 5: Canyoning & Soothing Forest Cleansing
Canyoning in Sušec
The most popular and least physically demanding canyoning in the Soča Valley, suitable for everyone, including families! It is very diverse and playful: jump into crystal clear pools and slide down natural slides in the heart of the unspoiled nature of the Sušec stream. Pure enjoyment! The difficulty increases as we go along: from short jumps and easy slides to longer ones, including a 6-metre jump and an adrenaline-filled descent down a 10-metre waterfall with the help of ropes. If along the way you decide you have had enough adrenaline for one day, you can safely exit the gorge and return to the starting point by following a clearly marked path.
Forest Selfness - Relaxation Amongst Trees
A unique relaxation under the treetops, based on an organized hike on an easy hiking trail, where participants stop at different theme-based areas and experience and learn about the healing effects of nature. Moreover, they relax deeply while being led by experts in fields of meditation, personal and spiritual growth, reflexology, as well as they enjoy tasting Cerkno culinary delights. Efficient stress management, guided sound therapy, delicious culinary delight and much more!
Hotel Kendov Dvorec
Hotel Kendov Dvorec is a unique 5* countryside manor and member of Relais & Chateâux. The magnificent building of the former Kenda homestead has been renovated and revived in the spirit of times past. Rooms are furnished with antique furniture, named after the members of the Kenda family. The hotel offers a unique dining experience with authentic dishes, prepared by the Kendov Dvorec’s chefs. Their cuisine takes you on a journey through the flavours of the local area with rich culinary tradition and excellent fresh ingredients sourced from local producers.
Day 6: Vipava Hike, Fly & Wine
One of the most prominent wine regions in Slovenia with more wine cellars than family houses located in the Slovenian Littoral, close to the Italian border. A place of great hospitality, warmth, and local charm. Narrow Vipava Valley is known for its crisp and aromatic fresh white wines and progressive and bold winemakers. The picturesque green valley with breath-taking nature is dotted with stone-built villages located on the hilltops, where narrow streets and squares are often swept by the violent “burja” wind. Time for an exclusive experience of the area in a completely unique way. Hike on the top of the hill (or take a ride), fly like a bird above beautiful nature with a well-experienced paragliding instructor, and for a cherry on top taste some delicious Slovenian wines after landing in a local vineyard.
Hotel St Daniel
Hotel St Daniel calls itself a “Bio Hotel.” The hotel is a sustainable, organic, and holistic house in which you can sleep peacefully, recharge spiritually, and move about in a magical environment whilst enjoying organic and healthy food and drink.
Day 7: Zen Underground rafting experience, Intermittent lake
Križna cave with mysterious cave rafting
Welcome to the land of the bora, sweeping across the landscape, unique natural phenomena above the Earth's surface as well as underneath, the intermittent lakes, disappearing rivers, and many more. Set sail for cave rafting at one of the least explored but astonishing Karst caves in Slovenia. Properly equipped with cave rafting equipment, you will feel like a true explorer while taking a rubber raft down the underground lakes, famous for the extinct cave bear bones.
Water part to the Calvary experience
From the first lake, we continue our way over rocks to the second lake. At its center the ceiling lowers which makes the transition to a typical water tunnel harder, but marks a beginning of an unforgettable journey. Over the banks, water flows from the lake into a smaller one. The banks are built of sinter, which is secreted from two streams that flow from the Bloke Plateau (Bloške planote). Water partially covers ground stalactites and stalagmites which makes it seem like they are growing out of the water (the Venice Pier, a pirate ship, Organ, Lynx – Beneški pristan, Piratska Nadja, Orgle, Ris). The lakes are up to 6 meters deep. The journey ends at Calvary hall (Kalvariji), which is rich with stalactites and the cave divides into two parts.
Exploring around Rakov Skocjan and Lake Cerknica with surroundings
From the Križna cave to the Rakov Škocjan valley, also known as the first Slovenian regional park is a 2,5km long valley that was formed by the sinking and collapse of the karst cave ceiling and is well known for its natural bridges (Little & Big bridge) and gorges. This valley of the Rak stream has its own educational trail which you can walk around while admiring this beautiful creation of nature. Later, solve the secret of the mysterious Lake Cerknica, the biggest intermittent lake caught between the Javorniki hills, Bloke plateau, and Mt. Slivnica. The reason why this lake is so special is that in the dry season it simply disappears below the karst surface. The lake covers an area between 20 km2 - 30 km2 and the water usually stays at the surface for about 8 months per year. Walk around the lake, rent a rowing boat and spend some romantic moments on the lake, or simply just stop by and take a photo session of the lake and its beautiful surroundings.
Private transfer to Hotel in Ljubljana
Day 7: Departure Day
Today we will transfer you to the international airport for your flight out or why not continue your journey to the coastal regions of Slovenia and into Croatia and neighbouring countries?.
If you are interested in discussing a tailormade holiday or bespoke honeymoon in Slovenia - or anywhere else in Europe - please contact us.
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