Ljubljana to Lake Bled and Bled Castle Guided Sights Tour
Meet your guide at a central location in Ljubljana for a half-day tour to Lake Bled. Buckle-up in a cozy air-conditioned minivan and drive through rural Slovenia towards the Julian Alps. Enjoy a brief geology lesson on Lake Bled as well as window views of the surrounding forests and mountain ranges. Then, arrive and enjoy a moment to view the blue topaz waters that surround the forest green Bled Island like an iris around a pupil. Observe the Church of the Assumption of Mary on the rock islet and realize its insignificance as you see the Julian Alps rise in the background. Next, step onto a traditional two-oared wooden 'pletna' boat for a short paddle to Bled Island (extra charges apply). Hop onto the island and explore on your own. Stop for a bite at the cafe and taste a traditional Slovenian cake (own expense) or stroll into the church (own expense). Reconvene with your guide and journey to Bled Castle which was built on a precipice during the 11th Century. Explore the Bled Castle Museum (admission not included) to see its artifacts, armor, and weaponry. Spend some free time to capture unparalleled views of Lake Bled from atop the cliff. Cruise back down to the lake and enjoy some leisure time to snap a selfie or grab a snack at a local cafe (own expense). As you drive back to Ljubljana, relax with memorable views of lush Slovenia.
Highlights
- ✓See Lake Bled and Bled Castle through the eyes of a local
- ✓Easy-to-find meeting point in central Ljubljana
- ✓Enjoy free time to wander along the lakeside at your pace
- ✓Ride comfortably in an air-conditioned minivan
What you'll see & do
- ✓A trip to Bled must be a part of any visit to Slovenia. On our tour to Lake Bled we treat you with a traditional pletna boat ride to Bled island, a top attraction in Slovenia. Pletna boats are unique to Lake Bled and operated by a single rower with two long oars.
- ✓Our tour to Lake Bled takes you up to Bled castle, perched on a sheer cliff high above Lake Bled. Visit the Bled castle museum, which gives you an insight into the history of the entire area, and admire the views of Lake Bled from several viewpoints at the castle.
- ✓On the shore of Lake Bled it is possible to take a short walk along Lake Bled, admire the views, and watch the majestic swans and playful ducks swimming on the lake. Or you can relax and take a break in one of the coffee shops - where you need to try kremšnita, the traditional Bled custard cream cake.
What's included
- ✓Professional English-speaking guide
- ✓Central Ljubljana meeting point
- ✓Comfortable transport by air-conditioned minivan
What's not included
- ✓Pletna boat ride to Bled island
- ✓Bled Castle
- ✓Bled island church
Good to know
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
A minimum number of participants applies. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet the requirements. In this case, we will offer you an alternative or a full refund.
Guests are recommended to wear comfortable shoes and clothes.
Infants are not allowed to sit on laps (we can provide child seats upon request).
No public transportation nearby
Not suitable for wheelchairs and strollers.
Please keep in mind that there are some stairs to climb on Bled Island, Bled Castle, but you would do that at a fairly slow pace.
Small group tour - up to 8 people per van.
Cancellation policy
- •A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
- •No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.
Ljubljana to Lake Bled and Bled Castle Guided Sights Tour
Meet your guide at a central location in Ljubljana for a half-day tour to Lake Bled. Buckle-up in a cozy air-conditioned minivan and drive through rural Slovenia towards the Julian Alps. Enjoy a brief geology lesson on Lake Bled as well as window views of the surrounding forests and mountain ranges. Then, arrive and enjoy a moment to view the blue topaz waters that surround the forest green Bled Island like an iris around a pupil. Observe the Church of the Assumption of Mary on the rock islet and realize its insignificance as you see the Julian Alps rise in the background. Next, step onto a traditional two-oared wooden 'pletna' boat for a short paddle to Bled Island (extra charges apply). Hop onto the island and explore on your own. Stop for a bite at the cafe and taste a traditional Slovenian cake (own expense) or stroll into the church (own expense). Reconvene with your guide and journey to Bled Castle which was built on a precipice during the 11th Century. Explore the Bled Castle Museum (admission not included) to see its artifacts, armor, and weaponry. Spend some free time to capture unparalleled views of Lake Bled from atop the cliff. Cruise back down to the lake and enjoy some leisure time to snap a selfie or grab a snack at a local cafe (own expense). As you drive back to Ljubljana, relax with memorable views of lush Slovenia.
Highlights
- ✓See Lake Bled and Bled Castle through the eyes of a local
- ✓Easy-to-find meeting point in central Ljubljana
- ✓Enjoy free time to wander along the lakeside at your pace
- ✓Ride comfortably in an air-conditioned minivan
What you'll see & do
- ✓A trip to Bled must be a part of any visit to Slovenia. On our tour to Lake Bled we treat you with a traditional pletna boat ride to Bled island, a top attraction in Slovenia. Pletna boats are unique to Lake Bled and operated by a single rower with two long oars.
- ✓Our tour to Lake Bled takes you up to Bled castle, perched on a sheer cliff high above Lake Bled. Visit the Bled castle museum, which gives you an insight into the history of the entire area, and admire the views of Lake Bled from several viewpoints at the castle.
- ✓On the shore of Lake Bled it is possible to take a short walk along Lake Bled, admire the views, and watch the majestic swans and playful ducks swimming on the lake. Or you can relax and take a break in one of the coffee shops - where you need to try kremšnita, the traditional Bled custard cream cake.
What's included
- ✓Professional English-speaking guide
- ✓Central Ljubljana meeting point
- ✓Comfortable transport by air-conditioned minivan
What's not included
- ✓Pletna boat ride to Bled island
- ✓Bled Castle
- ✓Bled island church
Good to know
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
A minimum number of participants applies. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet the requirements. In this case, we will offer you an alternative or a full refund.
Guests are recommended to wear comfortable shoes and clothes.
Infants are not allowed to sit on laps (we can provide child seats upon request).
No public transportation nearby
Not suitable for wheelchairs and strollers.
Please keep in mind that there are some stairs to climb on Bled Island, Bled Castle, but you would do that at a fairly slow pace.
Small group tour - up to 8 people per van.
Cancellation policy
- •A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
- •No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.