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Slovenia and Croatia 8 DAYS

SUN 7 SEP - SUN 14 SEP 2025

From US$5,950 per person

Explore the beauty of Slovenia & Croatia

This 8-day tour of Slovenia and Croatia features some of the most beautiful locations in Slovenia’s Julian Alps, Croatia’s charming Istrian peninsula, and stunning Plitvice Lakes National Park. From alpine lakes and jagged peaks to sun-drenched vineyards and the Adriatic Sea, experience the diverse beauty of this unique part of Europe. You’ll hike to rocky mountaintops in Triglav National Park, swim in alpine lakes, paddle the Adriatic’s clear waters, and sip wine in the Istrian countryside - all while enjoying delicious local cuisine.

TRIP Overview

When: 🗓️ 8 Days | September 7-14, 2025

Where: 📍Zagreb, Croatia and Slovenia

Activities: Hiking, Sea Kayaking, Wine Tasting, Truffle Hunting

Group Size: 6-14 people

Level 3 (ACTIVE) - Level 4 (CHALLENGING)

Activity Time:
- Level 3: 4-6 hours
- Level 4: 5-8 hours
Distance/Elevation:
- Level 3: Hiking mileage 4-8 miles with elevation gain /loss around 1,000 to 1,200 ft
- Level 4: Hiking mileage 8+ miles with 1,200+ ft elevation gain/loss
Terrain: May include uneven surfaces like rocks and stairs to ascend and descend along the trail if hiking or biking. Possible exposure at higher elevations.
Activities May Include: Hiking, rock climbing, whitewater rafting, mountain biking, sea kayaking, surfing, stand-up paddle boarding (SUP)
Preparation: Some previous experience is suggested for these activities, but not required. Ideal for moderately experienced participants or active individuals looking for a new challenge.

*This trip is rated between a Level 3 and Level 4 in difficulty just do to the longer hikes and elevation gain. The other activities of the trip would be rated as a Level 1 (EASY).

Itinerary Overview: (Click Daily Itinerary in the menu to see full details)

Day 1: Meet at Zagreb Airport, Transfer to Lake Bohinj
Day 2: Hiking in Triglav National Park: Visevnik & Lake Bled
Day 3: Hiking in Triglav National Park: Seven Lakes Valley
Day 4: Vineyard Tour and Wine Tasting
Day 5: Truffle Hunting
Day 6: Sea Kayaking in Rovinj
Day 7: Hiking in Plitvice Lakes National Park
Day 8: Departure Day

Price starts at: $5,950 USD (Click Trip Costs in the menu at the top to see full details)

THIS TRIP IS RIGHT FOR YOU IF...

You want to experience unending mountains, alpine lakes, gorgeous coastlines, and delicious local cuisine
You enjoy or want to try hiking, sea kayaking, and winery tour/truffle hunting
You are excited to meet local women and artisans learning about life in Slovenia and Croatia
You feel a women’s only adventure is the right space for you
You want to build confidence in your own abilities in a supportive space
You are looking to join a community that provides affirming and supportive spaces for women to learn and explore in the outdoors

Meet your Trip Leaders

All trips have at least one AdventurUs trip leader! Our trip leaders are carefully chosen because they embody the heart of who we are and are passionate about getting women outdoors. They are also certified Wilderness First Responders.

Your Trip Leader for this adventure TRIP is:

SAVERIA TILDEN

We also work with local guides on all our trips relying on their expert knowledge of the area. This not only ensures that you have an amazing experience getting to know the heart of our destination through them, but that we are supporting the local adventure economy.

WHERE YOU WILL STAY

We’ll adventure by day, and sleep soundly at night. We’ll be staying at beautifully appointed 3 and 4 Star hotels throughout this trip. Rest assured, you’ll feel well rested every morning you wake up!

THE ADVENTURUS DIFFERENCE

AdventurUs is a woman & LGBTQ+ owned company and as such, we are committed to creating inclusive, welcoming spaces for all women and our friends of all gender identities and expressions, who are seeking a women-centered space.

Our life-changing adventure travel experiences, retreats, and events focus on outdoor skill development, community building, and fostering fun and friendship. We welcome travelers of all backgrounds, race, ages, sizes, and experience levels, offering a range of activities from hiking to rock climbing.

When you travel with us, not only are you getting an amazing, life-changing trip experience, you’re getting a partner in adventure.

OUR CULTURE AND VALUES

Adventure: Embracing nature as our classroom, exploring our natural world, and building confidence in outdoor skills together, celebrating that there is adventure in all of us.
Community: Curating adventure travel experiences for and by women that foster joy, laughter, friendship, and a love of the places we go and the people we meet.
Empowerment: Learning from other women in outdoor spaces, sharing knowledge and inspiring each other to embrace outdoor travel experiences.
Inclusivity: Creating welcoming, heart-led, affirming, and supportive spaces for all women - transgender and cisgender - and non-binary folks.
Social Impact: Prioritizing sustainable travel practices and partnering with local businesses that do the same, committing to working with and hiring women, and providing scholarship opportunities for our adventure retreats.

Providing a Welcoming Space For All

AdventurUs is committed to creating inclusive and welcoming spaces. We have no room in our packs for discrimination or disrespect of any kind. We value diversity and respect for all humans, wildlife, and land and expect our travelers to do the same. When planning travel with AdventurUs, you are committing to Leave No Trace principles and to following all rules, regulations, and customs of the places we visit while honoring the local culture. Any traveler who is not adhering to this policy is subject to non-refundable cancellation at any point.

Daily Itinerary

Nothing scheduled for this day, click ALL to see everything

7 Sep 2025

Sun 7 Sep 2025

ARRIVAL: Getting to Zagreb, Croatia

Location : Zagreb Airport (ZAG), Ulica Rudolfa Fizira, Velika Gorica, Croatia

Our trip begins on September 7th at Time TBD with a group rendezvous at the Franjo Tuđman International Airport-Zagreb (ZAG).

Where to Fly To

Franjo Tuđman International Airport-Zagreb (ZAG)
On flights arriving before Time TBD
If you arrive the day prior, we recommend you stay nearby and return to the airport to join the group

Sun 7 Sep 2025

Day 1: Arrival Day- Welcome to Slovenia & Croatia

The group will meet on September 7, 2025 at the Zagreb Airport (Time TBD), then we have a 2.5 - 3 hour drive to our first destination in Slovenia: Lake Bohinj. You’ll have time to relax, settle into the hotel near the lake, and go for a swim before we meet back up for a welcome dinner.

Meals included: Dinner
Lodging: 4-Star hotel next to Lake Bohinj

8 Sep 2025

Mon 8 Sep 2025

Day 2: Hiking Triglav National Park: Visevnik & Lake Bled

After breakfast at the hotel, we have a 30 minute drive to the starting point for our hike in Triglav National Park. Protected since 1924, Triglav is one of Europe’s oldest parks and is the only national park in Slovenia. Starting from the Pokljuka Plateau, we’ll hike through larch forests and grassy slopes to the summit of Visevnik, located 6,726 feet above sea level. Along the way, we’ll enjoy stunning panoramic views of the Julian Alps and Mt. Triglav, the park’s namesake and Slovenia’s highest peak. We’ll have a picnic lunch along the way or at the summit. If we’re lucky, we may spot some wild chamois or Alpine ibex from the trail.

After the hike, we’ll drive 30 minutes to one of Slovenia’s most iconic destinations - Lake Bled. You can choose to relax on your own in this fairytale-like setting, visit the 1000-year-old Bled Castle, or join the guide for a semi-short hike to an overlook above the lake featuring one the best views Bled has to offer. We’ll return to Bohinj for the evening and have dinner together.

Distance: 5.3 miles, +2,522 ft
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Lodging: 4-Star hotel next to Lake Bohinj

9 Sep 2025

Tue 9 Sep 2025

Day 3: Hiking Triglav National Park: Seven Lakes Valley

Today we’ll continue hiking in Triglav National Park, also known as the Kingdom of Zlatorog. You’ll learn about this mythical golden-horned chamois, which, according to Slovene folktales, reigned over this mountainous territory. Our hike starts in Planina Blato and takes us through Triglav’s Seven Lakes Valley. The trail winds through meadows, forests, and alpine pastures with traditional wooden shepherds’ cottages. As the name suggests, we’ll also see a series of beautiful alpine lakes surrounded by the Julian Alps’ jagged peaks. Part way through our route, we’ll refuel with a traditional Slovenian mountain lunch at a hut next to one of the lakes.

Distance: 10 miles, +3,450 ft
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch
Meals not included: Dinner on your own
Lodging: 4-Star hotel next to Lake Bohinj

10 Sep 2025

Wed 10 Sep 2025

Day 4: Artisian Tour, Vineyard Tour & Wine Tasting

In the morning, we’ll meet with a local women’s artisan association in Bohinj to learn about some traditional and modern Slovene handicrafts. We’ll then say goodbye to Bohinj and make our way to Croatia’s Istrian peninsula (3 hour drive), our base for the next three days. Nicknamed “Croatian Tuscany,” the region is famous for its vineyards, olive groves, and forests that yield high quality wines, olive oils and truffles.

Upon arrival in Istria, we’ll visit a local women-run winery, take a stroll through the sun-drenched vineyards and taste a variety of Istrian wines. We’ll have a light lunch featuring local cheeses, prosciutto and other cured meats, homemade bread, and olive oil at the winery.

Next, we’ll head to the charming hillside town of Motovun (15 minute drive) and settle into our hotel. You’ll have some free time to relax and take a swim in the pool before we meet back up as a group. We’ll take a short walking tour of the old town center and will have dinner together at sunset overlooking the Mirna River Valley.

Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Lodging: 4-Star hotel in Motovun

11 Sep 2025

Thu 11 Sep 2025

Day 5: Truffle Hunting

This is a unique opportunity! Your guides will be a local third-generation truffle hunting family. You’ll learn the regions history of truffle hunting, followed by a taste of homemade truffle liqueur. If you’re a dog lover, you’re in luck. Trained truffle hunting dogs will accompany us as we walk through the forest with them to see how truffles are foraged. After you’ve worked up an appetite, enjoy a cooking demonstration where you’ll learn how to prepare several truffle dishes before enjoying a delicious lunch with truffles and wine.

We'll return to the hotel in the afternoon, and you'll have the rest of the day to spend on your own. You can relax at the hotel, read by the pool, get a massage or other spa treatments at the wellness center, or explore Motovun.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Meals not included: Dinner on your own
Lodging: 4-Star hotel in Motovun

12 Sep 2025

Fri 12 Sep 2025

Day 6: Sea Kayaking in Rovinj

After breakfast in Motovun, we’ll leave inland Istria and head towards the coast. Our destination is Rovinj (1 hour drive), one of Croatia’s most stunning seaside towns. We’ll get to enjoy gorgeous views of the town and its Venetian architecture on a sea kayaking tour. Our route will take us around the old town and to a small island called Sveta Katarina, or St. Catherine Island. The island was owned by an Austrian Archduke and is known for its small castle and gardens, which are home to over 450 different species of plants and trees. We’ll take a break on the island before paddling back to our starting point on the mainland. If you’d like to get a snack or lunch during the break, there is a beach bar with a restaurant on Sveta Katarina.

In the afternoon, we’ll get settled into our hotel and you’ll have some free time before dinner. You can choose to relax at the hotel, swim in the sea, or explore the town on your own before we meet back up as a group.

Meals included: Breakfast, Dinner
Meal not included: Lunch
Lodging: 3-Star hotel or bed and breakfast in Rovinj

13 Sep 2025

Sat 13 Sep 2025

Day 7: Hiking in Plitvice Lakes National Park

Today we will visit Croatia’s most famous national park - Plitvice Lakes (3.5 hour drive from Rovinj). No matter how many photos you’ve seen of the turquoise lakes and numerous waterfalls, experiencing this UNESCO-protected wonder in person will amaze you. We’ll walk along the park’s paths and wooden bridges that wind past the waterfalls, stopping for a picnic lunch in this scenic natural area.

After the park visit, we’ll make a stop at the Plitvice Art Farm to taste some local products like honey, pumpkin oil, cheese, sausages, and Croatian spirits called Rakija. We’ll spend the night just outside the park and will enjoy one last dinner together, filled with specialties from Croatia’s mountainous Lika region, such as grilled meats, spit-roasted lamb, trout from the local rivers, or seasonal vegetarian dishes.

Distance: 6 miles, +1,000 ft
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Lodging: 4-Star hotel in Plitvice

14 Sep 2025

Sun 14 Sep 2025

Day 8: Farewell Slovenia and Croatia

After a week of creating unforgettable memories, our adventure comes to an end today. We'll have breakfast at the hotel, then we will tranfer to the Zagreb Airport (ZAG). *Drop off time TBD soon.

Meals included: Breakfast

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You will be staying in the following:

3-4 Star Hotels- A shared room with one other person. Complete with two twin beds and a private bath.

Trip Costs

Included:

7 nights’ accommodation
All meals listed in the itinerary (5 dinners, 7 breakfasts, 5 lunches) and gratuities for servers/restaurant staff
- Water (still or sparkling) with dinner
- Water, coffee, tea, and juices with breakfast
- Welcome drinks and farewell drinks included on Day 1 and Day 7
Local professional guide
AdventurUs Trip Leader
All required ground transportation during the tour, including airport pickup and drop-off in Zagreb
National park entry fees
Local tourist taxes and VAT
All guided activities and excursions stated in the itinerary

Not Included:

Airfare to/from Zagreb
Meals not stated in the itinerary (dinner on Day 3 and Day 5, lunch on Day 6)
Alcoholic beverages, soft drinks, and other beverages with lunches and dinners
Gratuities for guide(s)/driver(s)
Travel insurance
Optional SUP, kayak or canoe rentals at Lake Bled and Lake Bohinj (during free time)

INTERNATIONAL deposits and cancellation policy:

Travel is a big commitment — and so is planning, designing, and hosting a trip. So we’ve built a policy that can be flexible for our Travelers, while still protecting the work that our Hosts and Trip Operators do at each stage of the process. A 50% deposit is required to hold your spot.

Our international cancellation & refund policy is set out below:

180 days (6 months) or more before the trip start date: Full refund minus a 15% cancellation fee based on the full trip amount;
179-91 days (3-6 months) before trip start date: Full refund minus a 25% cancellation fee based on the full trip amount;
90 - 0 days (0-3 months) before trip start date: No refunds, no exceptions. 50% of your deposit can be transferred to another trip departing within a calendar year of the canceled trip.

If the trip / retreat does not meet the minimum # of participants 90 days before the trip start date the trip will be canceled and full refunds will be issued. Any refund shall be made less any platform, transaction and processing fees that have been incurred.

To ensure your experience is unforgettable much of our planning is finalized in the months leading up to your trip. Scheduling of guides, permits, hotels, food planning, goodie bags, and all the little things that make our trips great are planned well in advance. Cancellations within the 180-day window incur costs that we cannot recoup. Last minute cancellations within 90 days are even harder as we often cannot fill the vacated spot on short notice. Our cancellation policy ensures the best possible experience for everyone.

We strongly recommend purchasing Cancel For Any Reason coverage as part of your travel insurance policy.