Self-guided tours are becoming the most popular form of bicycle and hiking tourism. They cost less than guided tours but still maintain a level of support and convenience that allows you the flexibility to explore on your own, without sweating the logistics.
Enjoy the nature and cultural heritage of each chosen country, alone or with your family, but without a guide and heavy luggage. Your luggage will be transported by us to the next hotel, so you can enjoy the tour only with a light backpack. All hotels and transfers are organized and reserved in advance and we take care of everything for you. The perfect combination for those who want to explore the land by themselves, but in a safe and stress-free way.
Road book, maps & gps tracks are included in all self guided tours. We have invested significant time in content and even design of this books. Road books are including complete packages of information about destinations with some description of top natural or cultural atractions, general walking and biking advices, set of color maps with highlighted routes and detail easy to follow directions description of the trip in picture & text form.
Gps tracks are available for all tours and you can rent a GPS device from us (see Rental Prices bellow)
For all our bike trips we can provide on request bicycles to hire. The bikes and their equipment will be ready for you at the first hotel, where we make personal settings of the bikes as well. At the end of the trip please simply park your rented bike in the last hotel, we will take care of its return. Available are comfortable bikes for cycling tourists. Our high-quality bikes are best suited to the terrain of Alps and Adriatic coastline and have all equipment ( road computer, locker, set of keys, puncture repair kit, spare inner tube, pump, waterproof back/side pannier and handlebar bag – per couple/pair of bikes, per each bike.
City bike
Our city bikes are mostly used for one-day tours, but they can also be used for multi-day tours. They are especially recommended for cyclists who prefer a more upright posture on the bike. All of them have 9-speed gears, front suspension, gel seats, bike Led lights, bike kickstand and rain fenders. Models: SVR Discovery city bikes.
Touring/Trekking bike
Most of our tours are taking place on flatter terrain, where e-bikes are not necessary. If you wish to rely solely on your legs, trekking bikes are the best choice for those tours, because they are fast on tarmac and dirt roads, while being ultimately comfortable. All of them have 21-speed gears, front suspension, gel seats, bike Led lights, bike kickstand and rain fenders. Our trekking bikes are equipped with flat pedals, if you would prefer SPD pedals or have your own, please let us know. Models: KTM Trekking bikes (woman and man model).
Hybrid bike
For our road cycling tours, we use also hybrid bikes that are both comfortable and fast. Endurance geometry allows for an average cyclist to enjoy longer stages without back pain and makes for a smooth ride on some of the rougher alpine roads. We recommend bringing your own pedals and saddle or let us know what kind you prefer in advance. Models: Bianchi Hybrid bikes (woman and man model).
Electric trekking bike
Electric bikes are perfect for exploring Slovenian countryside because they allow you to come over every steep ascent and make more distance with less fitness gain. As you pedal, the bike gives additional power relative to yours and makes cycling just as challenging as you want it to be. Perfect for enjoying the views and surrounding and not compromising some of the top sights just because they are remote.
All our e-bikes are high-performance with 250W motors and 4 levels of power. They are equipped with a 500Wh battery and a high-quality rear derailleur and disc brakes.
Our e-bikes are unisex, equally comfortable for men and women. Models: KTM Macina E-bikes.
Wearing a helmet is compulsory in Slovenia until the age of 18, but for your safety, we strongly recommend that you do not ride a bicycle without adequate head protection. If you do not have one of your own, it can be rented from us.
| 1 day | 2 days | 3 days | 4 days | 5 days | 6 days | 7 days | |
| Trekking & city bike | 15 | 29 | 41 | 52 | 62 | 71 | 79 |
| Electric bike | 35 | 66 | 95 | 122 | 144 | 164 | 180 |
| Hybrid bike | 25 | 48 | 70 | 90 | 107 | 120 | 130 |
| 1 day | 2 days | 3 days | 4 days | 5 days | 6 days | 7 days | |
| Trekking & touring bike | 15 | 29 | 41 | 52 | 62 | 71 | 79 |
| Electric bike | 35 | 66 | 95 | 122 | 144 | 164 | 180 |
| Hybrid bike | 25 | 48 | 70 | 90 | 107 | 120 | 130 |
| GPS device | 5 | 7 | 10 | 12 | 15 | 17 | 20 |
| Walking poles | 5 | 7 | 10 | 12 | 15 | 17 | 20 |
| Climbing or Biking helmet | 5 | 7 | 10 | 12 | 15 | 17 | 20 |
| Via ferata set / Self belaying set helmet, harness, self belay | 10 | 15 | 20 | 25 | 25 | 30 | 30 |
| Avalanche set transceiver, shovel, probe | 15 | 20 | 25 | 30 | 30 | 35 | 35 |
| Cycling | Hiking | |
| Easy | Flatter terrain and some hills and ‘super’ short climbs.
Expect 2 to a maximum of 4 hours of biking per day. |
Typical for walking tours. Flatter terrain and some hills and ‘super’ short climbs.
Tours are usually long between 8 and 15 km, elevation difference does not exceed 400 meters. Expect 2 to a maximum of 4 hours of walking per day |
| Moderate | Previous experience recommended.
Hilly terrain with reasonable amount of climbs and difficulty. Expect 3 to a maximum of 5 hours of biking per day. |
Typical for hiking tours. Hilly terrain with reasonable amount of climbs and difficulty. No exposed sections or technical trails.
Tours are usually long between 10 and 18 km, elevation difference does not exceed 650 meters. Expect 3 to a maximum of 5 hours of walking per day. |
| Difficult | Previous experience necessary.
Some long and steep climbs. Expect 5 or more hours of biking per day. |
Previous experience necessary.
Some long and steep climbs and /or highly technical trails. Exposed sections are possible. Tours can be longer then 18 km, elevation difference can exceed 650 meters. Expect 5 or more hours of walking per day. |
| Easy Walking & Cycling | Additional for Mountain Hiking & Biking | |
| Documents | Valid passport or ID card + copy of the documents Money and/or credit card International travel health insurance certificate |
Alpine Club Membership Card (if you are a member) |
| Clothing | Functional sports underwear T-Shirts Scarf (if required) Hat or cap Jacket (Windstopper) Shorts Hiking socks Raincover Warm clothing Hiking or Biking shoes Backpack 20 – 30 liter Hiking poles (if used before) |
Hat and sun cream(high factor) Hand gloves(in the mountains it can snow even in summer ) High hiking boots recommended |
| Personal Equipment | Medicine prescribed by your doctor Small backpack pharmacy (first aid) Towel Toiletry Pocket knife, picnic dish, cup/mug (if needed) Water bottle(s) 1 – 2 litres per person Food (eg bread, salami, cheese, chocolates, dried fruit, nuts, energy bars, …) Handkerchiefs Camera or Digital Camera (film, batteries /do not forget memory card) Mobile phone and charger Sunglasses |
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Keep in mind that lighter the backpack will be, easier and more enjoyable your hike or biking tour will be. Please do not exaggerate.