Vintgar Gorge: Best Self-Guided Experience with Local Tasting
Bled, Sloveniaby Natour Bled agency
- 2 hours
- Free cancellation
- Instant confirmation
- Up to 12 travelers
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
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Overview
Skip the parking stress and explore the beauty of Vintgar Gorge with a delicious taste of Slovenia. Enjoy a hassle-free round-trip from Bled, your guaranteed entrance ticket, and finish with a delicious tasting of traditional "štruklji" and local craft beer at our cozy Natour Bar. After a pickup from Lake Bled, head to the edge of Triglav National Park. Enjoy a walk through Vintgar Gorge at your own pace. Skip the line to enter with included tickets. Follow the picturesque trail over wooden bridges and galleries, ending at a bridge overlooking the mighty 13-meter high Šum Waterfall. Take a short hike down the stairs to fully admire the waterfall. Your next destination is Natour Bar, set in the picturesque environment of a traditional open barn. Enhance your nature tour with a unique culinary experience, tasting the rich flavors of the traditional "Štruklji" dumplings, and refreshing yourself with a local craft beer or apple juice. Afterward, get transferred back to Lake Bled.
What's included
- Guaranteed Entry: Tickets to Vintgar Gorge are included
- Door-to-Door Comfort: Stress-free shuttle from Bled directly to the gorge entrance and back.
- Small Groups: Personal approach and local tips from your driver/host.
- Authentic Flavors: Taste our famous handmade "Štruklji" (traditional dough rolls).
- Local Craft Beer tasting: the best Slovenian breweries at our Natour Bar.
- Non alcoholic option: Homemade 100% apple juice
- Additional Drinks or Food: Anything ordered beyond the tasting package at Natour Bar.
- Full Beer Tasting for extra 6 Euro (4 units)
- Gratuities: Tips for the driver or bar staff (optional but appreciated).
- Personal Travel Insurance: Recommended for outdoor activities.
- Guided Tour inside the Gorge: The hike through Vintgar is self-guided (clearly marked path).
Itinerary
- 1
Vintgar Gorge
1 hour
Vintgar Gorge is one of the most magical places to visit in Slovenia. It’s gorgeous, easy to walk, easy to get to and fun for the entire family.The 1.6km long Vintgar gorge carves its way through the vertical rocks of the Hom and Boršt hills and is graced by the Radovna river with its waterfalls, pools and rapids. The picturesque trail leads you over wooden bridges and galleries, and ends with a bridge overlooking the mighty 13m high Šum waterfall.
- 2
Stop 2
30 min
At the end of the Gorge you can stop at the waterfall Šum and enjoy the refreshing temperatures and view.
- 3
Vintgar Gorge
40 min
The tour concludes with a stop at Natour Bar. Here, you will taste delicous štruklji, a traditional Slovenian dish made of rolled dough filled with various ingredients, and taste authentic Slovenian craft beer to complete sightseeing with top culinary experience.
- 4
Lake Bled
20 min
The tour ends with a relaxing drive back to Lake Bled.
Meeting and pickup
Meeting point: In front of Cafe "Kavarna Midva" (Grajska cesta 10, Bled). It is located opposite the main bus station and just a short walk up the street.
End point
Meeting point: In front of Cafe "Kavarna Midva" (Grajska cesta 10, Bled). It is located opposite the main bus station and just a short walk up the street.
Good to know
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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