Tour of Slovenia

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6 NIGHTS

SELECT

LEVEL 3

490 KM

10,900 M

SLOVENIA CYCLE TOUR

Ride from the Julian Alps in Slovenia to the Adriatic coast.

From our base in Bovec climb the picturesque Mangart Saddle and Vrsic pass in the Julian Alps. Visit the gorges of the River Soca & descend to the shores of Lake Bled. Continue the journey south to a spectacular finish in the historic coastal town of Piran.

This is a tour which oozes variety and promises ever-changing landscapes with each pedal stroke. Kick of with two Alpine climbs, switch to short, steep rolling roads through forested terrain, finish with coastal plains & views of the Adriatic.

Stay in four beautiful accommodations along the route & enjoy the full support of a dedicated Eat Sleep Cycle team.

CYCLING ITINERARY

Day 1:

Meet your guides at Ljubljana train station & transfer to our start location in the Julian Alps
Warm up ride, the Soca Gorges, 18 km, 300 m

Day 2:

The Mangart Saddle & Lake Predil, 60 km, 2,200 m
Highlight climbs: Mangart Saddle, 10 km, 8%

Day 3:

Point to point ride from Bovec to Lake Bled, 81 km, 1,900 m
Highlight climb: Vrsic Pass, 12 km, 8%

Day 4:

Loop ride to Lake Bohinj, 84 km, 1,700 m

Day 5:

Point to point ride from Lake Bled to Postojna, 126 km, 2,900 m
Highlight: Inner Carnolia

Day 6:

Point to point ride from Postojna to Piran, 120 km, 1,900 m
Highlight: The Adriatic Coast.

Day 7:

Departures
Group transfer to Trieste Airport

IS THIS TOUR FOR ME?

This tour is designed for Level 2 – 3 riders. The tour begins with some challenging mountain stages and rides become easier as the terrain changes on the ride south. Guides will set a comfortable pace for group & invite guests to enjoy any climbs at their own pace. There is a support vehicle offering mechanical back-up as well as the option to shorten any rides where necessary.

MAP

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS

LAKE BLED
JULIAN ALPS
THE ADRIATIC COAST

SLOVENIA & CROATIA TOUR INFORMATION

RIDE SUPPORT

Full Support

Rides are fully supported by our team of guides and vehicles.

The ride support vehicle is stocked with natural ride nutrition, electrolytes and water. On longer days the team will serve a roadside lunch – a time efficient pit stop with the right balance of carbohydrates, protein, fruit & veg to keep you energized and feeling healthy all week.

Eat Sleep Cycle ride leaders are experienced riders from all walks of life united by a love of Cycling who’ll help to keep the group safe, motivated and savouring the trip of a lifetime. Our Tour Leaders know the region well and speak the local language.

Mechanical support will be close by at all times.

Quick Facts

ONE IN 20 SLOVENIANS ARE BEE KEEPERS!
SLOVENIA RANKS 7TH OUT OF 163 ON THE EUROPEAN PEACE INDEX
MULTIPLE WORLD CHAMPION PETER SAGAN IS FROM SLOVAKIA, NOT SLOVENIA!
THE CROATIAN REGION OF ISTRIA IS THE LARGEST PENINSULAR IN THE ADRIATIC SEA

FOOD & ACCOMMODATION

Full Board

Enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner and ride nutrition tailored especially for cyclists.

Start the day with a breakfast buffet at the hotel to prepare for an epic day in the saddle. Then on the road eat a time-efficient lunch served by the support team and stay fueled all day with ride nutrition from the support vehicle.

Refuel for the next day with dinner included at our accommodation or in nearby restaurants.

Slovenian Hospitality

Rest and recover from the day on the bike in our carefully selected 3* & 4* hotels.

Hotel Mangart***, Bovec (2 nights)

The newly built Hotel Mangart Superior is located in the town of Bovec & is on the edge of the Triglav National Park. Relax in the wellness area & enjoy tasty regional cuisine in the restaurant.

Pr Klaudiji Guest House***, Bled (2 nights)

Located in the centre of Bled, enjoy a warm welcome, comfortable rooms & a great breakfast! The Lake is just 900 m away, perfect for a post-ride stroll to soak up the sights.

Hotel Jama****, Postojna (1 night)

Completely refurbished in 2016, the hotel features an on-site restaurant and bar, as well as modern rooms with a spacious furnished balcony with views of the surrounding park area.

Hotel Piran****, Piran (1 night)

Stay in this elegant seafront hotel for a fabulous end to the tour. Hotel Piran features a restaurant and a spa and wellness centre.

BIKE HIRE

Bike Hire

Benefit from a 10% discount on any Eat Sleep Cycle bike hire as part of this package.

Choose from a Ridley, designed in cycling’s heartland of Belgium, or a state-of-the-art Factor bike. All our bikes are supplied with compact 50-34 chainsets & 11-32 cassettes.

Our Bikes

RIDLEY FENIX SL 105

Carbon Frame
Shimano 105 11-speed
Forza RC23 wheelset

RIDLEY HELIUM X

Carbon Frame
Shimano Ultegra 11-speed
Forza RC23 wheelset

RIDLEY FENIX DISC

Disc Brake Road Bike
Carbon Frame
Shimano Ultegra 11-speed
Hydraulic disc brakes
DTSwiss R24 DB wheelset.

FACTOR O2

State-of-the-art lightweight frameset
Black Inc. carbon wheels & finishing kit
Shimano Ultegra Di2

TRIP SUMMARY

2021 Trip Dates

26th July – 1st August 2021

On demand for groups

Available as a custom tour

Price Per Head

€2,699

Single Supplement €449

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Travel Logistics

Meeting at Ljubljana Airport Your guides will meet you at Ljubljana Airport at 10:00 am on the first day of the tour. Transfer time to our hotel in Bovec is 1 hour 50 mins. Enjoy a light lunch on arrival & get ready for the first ride of the tour!

Departure from Piran There will be a group transfer departing Piran at 10:00 on the last day of the tour to Trieste Airport suitable for flights out after 13:00. Journey time is 70 mins.

What's Included?

Cycling: Fully guided and supported.
Accommodation: 3*/4* Hotels and guesthouses.
Food: Breakfast, lunch & evening meals
Bike Hire: Optional – 10% discount
Transfers: Return group transfers
Eat Sleep Cycle Jersey: Included

Group Bookings

Groups of 6 or more riders: can opt to make a tour private and choose their own dates.
Groups of 8 or more riders: can benefit from a 5% discount.

Payment

Deposit: a 50% deposit will secure your place on the tour.
Balance: the outstanding balance is due 2 months in advance of the tour.

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Absolutely brilliant service, Edward, Peter and Gethin were absolutely superb... The bikes were top class and just a totally professional outfit.. Thanks Brian.
Claire Mcgonigle

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I loved traveling with ESC and would book another trip with them - for sure! The emphasis was about having fun and achieving our goals as a group. The guides were safe, easy to get to know and encouraging throughout the rides. The support was amazing! We had plenty of food, snacks and drinks along the ride and Lee and his team were totally accommodating to riders of all levels. The hotels were great and meals excellent. Really - nothing negative to say except that they are not located in the USA so I can’t use their company more frequently. I guess I have to get back to Europe! Thanks Lee and Team. What a trip!!
C.S

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I just finished a bespoke trip with the crew from ESC. It was the most amazing cycling I've ever done in my life. The trip with worth every penny. Everything from the routes, support, and hotels were planned with such thought and care. Looking forward to many more trips with ESC!
Jennifer Oh