Slovenia: Julian Alps Traverse Walking Holiday

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Average Review Rating: from 12 reviews.

Tim Rollett

SLOVENIA: JULIAN ALPS TRAVERSE

Written September 2012
A really great trip with rewarding views if the weather is good. Although there is a fair bit of uphill, the reward was definately worth it!
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What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?
Standing on the summit of Mount Triglav looking around the mountains and celebrating the achievement with the rest of the group.
What did you think of your group leader?
David and Palona were great leaders who looked after us and always put the safety of the group first. It was a real pleasure to walk with them.
Do you have any advice for potential travellers?
Yes, the meals in the mountain huts are as the brochure advertised - wholesome but not too fancy. I'd advise anyone on the trip to take some Worcester or Tabasco sause to liven the goulash, barley soup or pasta dishes up a bit!
Is there anything else you would like to add?
That was a great holiday and although some of the ascents were hard (due to the heat and the 50L rucksack) it was well worth the effort. I'd advise anyone wanting to do this trip to train for it by doing a few hills in advance. The C/D rating was accurate.
Sophie Driessens

SLOVENIA: JULIAN ALPS TRAVERSE

Written September 2012
A fantastic if a little challenging holiday, the scenery is worth every effort.
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What did you think of your group leader?
The leaders were great, really knowledgeable and understanding. We did the climb to Triglav because of their research on the weather conditions, if we had waited another day it would have been a trip without the summit
Do you have any advice for potential travellers?
Be ready for the heat if you are going in the summer. There is lots to do around Bled so organise something for the last day; we had a lot of off time.
Alistair Duncan

JULIAN ALPS TRAVERSE

Written August 2012
A well organised trip with knowledgeable guides and spectacular scenery.
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What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?
The ascent of Triglav was a brilliant day. The panoramic views from the top were impressive and made the trip worth it.
What did you think of your group leader?
The two group leaders were brilliant. Incredibly knowledgeable and passionate about their country. They had our safety in mind as their priority as well as making sure people were enjoying the trip overall. Couldn't have asked for better.
Do you have any advice for potential travellers?
Great trip. Would recommend it.
Dominic Bruton

SLOVENIA: JULIAN ALPS TRAVERSE

Written July 2012
An inspirational and challenging trip
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What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?
Running down the scree the day before the ascent on Triglav and coming down off Triglav: Scary, but stunning.
What did you think of your group leader?
David was a lot of fun. He added a lot to the trip. He was clearly popular with the staff in the huts, too...
Do you have any advice for potential travellers?
Pack light! Ruthlessly llight for the hut-to-hut days.
Some sections are genuinely demanding. Scary, too. You need a good head for heights, and not just on summit day.
Wet wipes were my best friend. I used about 20 of them. No hot water for periods, and no water to speak of at two places.
Is there anything else you would like to add?
Astonishing scenery, and, for me, a genuine challenge. Carrying the weight on your back makes it that much more difficult. Don't let the obscurity of the destination put you off. Some of the huts were extremely basic in terms of washing facilities, but overall the network is excellent.
Tracey Sinton

SLOVENIA: JULIAN ALPS TRAVERSE

Written August 2011
An excellent trip with great scenery, scary moments, great leaders and a lovely group of people.
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What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?
Coming down from Triglav. I was so scared but never doubted once that my guide would get me down safely. Then when I looked back at where I had been I really could not believe that I had done it!!
What did you think of your group leader?
The group leaders were excellent. They really looked after us especially on the narrow ridges across the via ferrata making sure we were safe and felt secure at all times. They were also very entertaining and joined in with the social times too.
Do you have any advice for potential travellers?
There are some scary parts to this trip so if you are afraid of narrow ridges with steep drops, then think again.
Also as you are carrying your pack you really only need the bare minimum of clothing etc. It was amazing what we all left out of our packs on that first day!!
Valerie Merges

SLOVENIA: JULIAN ALPS TRAVERSE

Written July 2011
Love the high alpine traversing. The guides were fantastic. The scenery was breathtaking. The trails were not crowded. The high alpine lakes were gorgeous.
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What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?
I felt a great sense of achievement when we reached the summit of Triglav.
What did you think of your group leader?
Both group leaders were great. They went above and beyond what they were required to do. They also hired a third guide for summit day. The guides really enhanced our enjoyment of the entire journey.
Do you have any advice for potential travellers?
Realize the accomodations are bunk / dorm. You can ask for an upgrade and pay some additional $$ at some of the lodges if you need a good night's sleep. The food at the huts was basic and bland. There were few vegetarian options. Stay a few days in Lubjiana either at the beginning or the end of the trip. It is a great place to explore and you don't get to see it during this trip.
Is there anything else you would like to add?
Not for beginner or unfit hikers! There are lots of steep drop offs, and not just on summit day. A good sense of balance with your day pack on your back is required. Also, be prepared for the weather to change quickly at altitude...........and there is no shelter on those high altitude trails. But the scenic rewards are worth it!
John Lister

SLOVENIA: JULIAN ALPS TRAVERSE

Written August 2010
We really enjoyed Slovenia and the Julian Alps. Anyone who likes walking in carboniferous limestone areas will love the Julian Alps. In addition to the usual alpine forests, meadows and exposed cols and peaks there are some wonderful, unusual lakes and the ridge walks were outstanding.
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What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?
Obviously, climbing Mount Triglav was superb, not least because the weather was very clear so the views from the summit were excellent. However, the ridge trek on the following day was also outstanding and the hospitality at the final hut was very good. Because of poor weather on our last day we arrived at the Sports Hotel mid morning and the manager gave an excellent presentation about the Triglav National Park and other Slovenian highlights - you can't imagine a hotel manager doing anything similar in UK, even in the National Parks!
What did you think of your group leader?
Bugi and Alex were both excellent and Bugi in particular had a very good feel for setting a comfortable pace for the group. We were very impressed with their attention to safety and the manner in which they swiftly evacuated a member of our group who was taken ill. For the Tiglav summit we were joined by Mika to further enhance safety.
Do you have any advice for potential travellers?
Bottled water becomes more expensive in proportion to the remoteness of the huts so allow at least €10 per day on average.  Don't be tempted to scrounge on water for the Triglav summit particularly if it's hot - take at least a litre and a half.
Some of the larger blokes in our group found the dinner portions on the small side particularly the day before the Triglav summit so it may be a good idea to buy some high calorie snacks to top up as necessary.
We took sleeping bag liners for the huts but they weren't required as sheets - sometimes paper - were always provided.  Water is in short supply in the huts so it's not possible to rinse clothes, particularly in the higher huts. However, as you are only in huts for 5 nights we managed with our trekking outfit plus a change for the evening.
Is there anything else you would like to add?
Slovenia is a very friendly country and most people speak good English. In the towns and cities your euro goes much further than in any other country of the euro zone but prices increase rapidly as you reach the remoter huts. Don't miss the Vintgar Gorge near Bled - the walk back into Bled is good as well.