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Lake Bled and Bled Castle Tour from Ljubljana
Recommended for your Ljubljana trip
Free Cancellation
up to 24 hours in advance
5 hours (Approx.)
Pickup from select hotels
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English
Good for avoiding crowds
Keeping you safe during COVID-19
Overview
Marvel at Lake Bled’s famous sights during this guided small-group half-day tour departing from Ljubljana. Lake Bled’s glacial waters and majestic Julian Alps create tranquil surroundings that highlight the beauty of it two famous attractions, Bled Island and Bled Castle. During your tour, ride a wooden pletna to Bled Island and rise atop a cliff to Bled Castle to explore its 11th-century history. This tour is limited to eight people to ensure a truly intimate experience.
- Half-day Lake Bled and Bled Castle tour from Ljubljana
- Visit postcard-perfect Lake Bled, nestled amid the Julian Alps
- Take a boat to Bled Island to explore the Church of the Assumption of Mary
- Discover medieval Bled Castle and soak up unparalleled views of the lake from its walls
- Make the most of free time to wander along the lakeside
- Includes hotel pickup and drop-off
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Meet your guide at your centrally located Ljubljana hotel for a half-day tour of 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. Hop onto the island and explore on your own. Stop for a bite at the cafe and taste a traditional Slovenian nut roll called potica (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 its restored Renaissance towers that give an eagle-eye view of the city below. Hear how its strategic locations played an important role in medieval history. Enter the museum 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 your hotel, relax with memorable views of lush Slovenia.
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. Hop onto the island and explore on your own. Stop for a bite at the cafe and taste a traditional Slovenian nut roll called potica (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 its restored Renaissance towers that give an eagle-eye view of the city below. Hear how its strategic locations played an important role in medieval history. Enter the museum 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 your hotel, relax with memorable views of lush Slovenia.
Itinerary
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.
Duration: 2 hours
Admission Ticket Not Included
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.
Duration: 2 hours
Admission Ticket Not Included
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.
Duration: 1 hour
Admission Ticket Free
Traveler Tips
- "The trip around to the castle takes about 15-20mins depending on traffic, which i can imagine can be a lot worse." See review
- "Very quiet for due to the time of year but amazing weather and amazing views." See review
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Product code: 6993LAKEBLED
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