Discover magical settlements of Velika planina, taste the traditional Slovenian cuisine, experience the Rinka waterfall and explore a surreal valley.

Duration

9-10 hours

About

VELIKA PLANINA - SAVINJA VALLEY - LOGAR VALLEY - RINKA WATERFALL

Do you think hiking offers you the best experience? Join us on this tour, visit Slovenian most beautiful hiking spots and enjoy the tranquility of our nature. Interested? Read on …

We pick you up at your accommodation in Ljubljana and drive to Velika planina, located in the middle of Kamnik Savinja Alps. We do an hour long hike to reach the top. You are greeted with a magnificent view.

The area of Velika planina is Slovenia’s largest highland pasture. It is often described as the most beautiful Slovenian plateau, offering breathtaking views of the Alps and the Ljubljana basin, accompanied by a well-preserved herdsmen’s heritage. Its landscape is characterized by vast pastures, ethnological sties and numerous karst phenomena

After we explore the mountain and try traditional Slovenian food, we walk back to our transport, waiting to take us to the next spot. We drive along Savinja river in the Solčavsko region to our destination Logarska valley. As parts of the valley are still authentic and the nature intact, it is no wonder the Upper Savinja valley is considered one of the most beautiful Alpine valleys of Europe.

Quiet and off the tourist track, this is true unspoilt Slovenian nature. We drive to the end of the valley and hike to the famous Rinka waterfall. Maybe we will even suprise you with a romantic picnic next to a river.

On the way back to Ljubljana we admire amazing panoramas of the beautiful Alps and make a short stop at local sights. .

Meeting point Pick up included please let us know at the next step

• Price includes: Licensed tourist guide Sightseeing as desired and information on the surrounding areas Organization Picnic with traditional Slovenian food at Savinja river Entrance fee to Logarska valley Transportation in an airconditioned car/van

• Not included in the price: Food and drinks Travel and activity insurance Any other items not mentioned as included

More info

This tour is all about hiking, visiting memorable Alpine sights and tasting amazing food. At the start of the day we have to walk to the top of the mountain (1667 m).

Hiking up to the Velika Planina settlements is a moderate difficult hike. But don’t worry, we adjust the tempo so the trip is suitable for everybody. We continue with a wonderful and easy walk across Slovenia’s largest pasture plateau and admire the idyllic herdsmen cottages on the way. After lunch we descent for about an hour on the other side of the plateau, where a van is waiting for us.

In Logarska valley we do a 15 minutes hike along an easy marked path to reach the Rinka waterfall.

If the weather is nice, this trip will not leave you disappointed. Hiking in this area is a recommended activity for families and all other outdoor lovers. Difficulty Easy to moderate, depending on the wishes.

Hiking distance: 5 to 7 km

Total ascent: ca. 500 to 700 m

What to bring

• Comfortable clothes and sport (hiking) shoes
• A jacket or a sweater is advisable, since the temperatures varies in the mountain regions
• A current valid passport is required on the day of travel as we cross Austria on the way back
• Bottled water is recommended