Slovenia: Julian Alps Traverse Walking Holiday

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Average Review Rating: from 12 reviews.

Neil Kimberley

SLOVENIA: JULIAN ALPS TRAVERSE

Written August 2010
The Julian Alps is a hidden gem for avid trekkers. The scenery is stunning and the trekking fantastic. The huts were great as was the food and the views from the summit ridge after the scramble ascent above the clouds were awesome. Great leaders and a great bunch of people made for a perfect trip that exceeded all my expectations.
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What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?
Standing at the foresummit of Mount Triglav at 6am in the morning (thinking the day before we would miss out due to weather) with the whole of the valley below us in cloud as the sun rose over the horizon.
What did you think of your group leader?
Bugi and david were superb. Having led myself on trips before I'm always over critical but the two of them were the ultimate professionals finding the perfect balance between humour, local knowledge and then leadership on the more exposed sections of the ascent. Nothing was too much trouble for them and we wanted for nothing. Bugi in particular had an exhaustive knowledge of the mountains and the area and for me made the trip a real delight.
Do you have any advice for potential travellers?
The trekking days can be long with both ascent and descent repeatedly on the first few days which can come as a bit of a shock if your not walking fit. The summit day is more of a scramble than trekking using via ferrata equipment, very easy to get the hang of and you are well looked after but you do need a head for heights on some of the exposed sections. The dorms in the huts are well kitted out with sheets and blankets so you dont need your own sheet sleeping bag. There can be alot of spare time in the evenings in the huts so make sure you've got a good book, some cards and your ipod!
Is there anything else you would like to add?
I would really recomend this trip, as the Triglav national park is superb and the walking always varied and interesting. The ascent of Triglav summit itself adds an additional twist to the trek for those looking for a bit more excitement, with in our case spectacular views as a reward. The free day at the end in Bled is a great way to unwind after 5 days in the mountains, drinking coffee by the lake, hiring boats. Our group even managed to summon up the energy to go to the local club and dance the night away. If you're looking for something that little bit different, off the beaten track without having to fly for hours then this trip is perfect.
Philip Durnford

The views was stupendous!

Written September 2007
What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?

Going through the clouds in the gondola and reaching the clear mountain top.
The group camaderie and craic - our sides ached !
The feeling of space and the great views as well as the scrambling
Rowing on Lake Bled and walking round it
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What did you think of your group leader?
Both were extremely competent and very helpful to the group as well as concerned for our safety. Some of the group would have appreciated a slower pace and longer rests ! However I know we were trying to beat the afternoon showers. Overall both were great
Do you have any advice for potential travellers?
Travel as light as possible, most accomodation is communal, take plenty of snacks, it's impossible to say which is the better beer 'red' cans or 'green' cans ! Do take a book or Ipod as you will reach huts early afternoon. You don't have to take your rucksack up Triglav ! Do hire a boat on Lake Bled and do walk round It
helen belcher

hard slog...but worth it!!

Written September 2007
What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?
climbing mount Triglav.It gave me a real sense of achievement and the views form the top were fantastic
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What did you think of your group leader?
We had two group leaders who were both excellent.
Do you have any advice for potential travellers?
Don't expect luxury.The mountain huts were pretty basic and we didn't have a shower for 5 days.Bring a head torch and earplugs.

Is there anything else you would like to add?
stunning scenery,fine leadership and great company.A really fantastic hoilday.Thoroughly recommended.
Charles Black

Unforgetful Experience

Written September 2007
What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?
Hands on impressively large limestone mountains
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What did you think of your group leader?
We had 2 leaders and inevitably one had better communication skills than the other. Both tried very hard. Very empathetic which I find important.
Do you have any advice for potential travellers?
Do not be put off by hard grading if you are motivated regular hill walker.
Is there anything else you would like to add?
Add wet wipes to list of recommended kit. So useful in mountain huts where cleanliness is very desireable.
Craig MacDonald

Huffed and puffed and got up the hills

Written September 2007
What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?

Simply the beautiful and changing views in the mountains. The same view down into a valley could look wholly different in morning mist, midday sun and evening dusk. But then, I like mountains, me.

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What did you think of your group leader?
We had two local guides, Mojca and Andre. Quite diffferent personalities, who unwittingly complemented each other really well.
As ever, its the people who make the trip. Despite my initial qualms about their truly frightening fitness -including Andre's tendency to take a pre-walk early morning run- both were highly competent, keen to make sure we survived with smiles intact, and great ambassadors for Slovenia. I'll miss 'em.
Do you have any advice for potential travellers?
Carrying my rucksack (around 12kg) took me a couple of days to get used to. However, I could have packed fewer quick-dry clothes, and given them a wash. I took a Camelback water bladder, which proved really useful. Do take a rucksack cover & lighweight waterproofs. We only 2 days of rain in an otherwise glorious week, but its no fun if your spare clothes are soggy at the end of the day.
Hotel in Bled was fine, 3*, 2 to an en suite room. Mountain huts were usually clean, large and warm. However, they are BASIC, so get your expectations right at the outset. Not all had available electrical points, so take enough batteries. You'll need to buy bottled water at some, which is cheap enough. All had beer. Washing facilities at a couple were just a communal cold tap/sink. Wet wipes might be worth packing. All had shared dorm rooms, which varied from 4 beds to 20, so take earplugs if snoring tolerance is low and a small torch / headlight for finding your way to the loo in the early hours. The 3 women in our group of 15 always managed to find a separate room. Food was fine but basic throughout, although veggies may get bored of omelettes and vegetable soup. It's worth buying chocolate, nuts etc in Bled before setting off.
For your last day, consider going water rafting, which was good fun and only 20 euros. A few of us booked it at a little shop in Bled near the hotel the day before we left. They got us back for 1:30 pm, in good time for leaving.
We were all British, so maybe took a few days to 'warm up' with each other and our guides? However, all got on, and for me, this improved as the week went on.
Is there anything else you would like to add?
Try the local blueberry liqueur at least once. However, it tastes different if you bring it home!
Wasn't much by way of souvenirs to buy, and one postcard didn't arrive home. Photos were the best reminder, and it's worth sharing addresses / email, so you can share photos at the end. (Get more of you that way.)
Good holiday