Best of Alpe-Adria Trail

3-day guided hiking tour with Slotrips

Preparations

Your tour: Best of Alpe-Adria Trail, 3-day guided hiking trip

Read all the information carefully to ensure a smooth and enjoyable hike.

To fully enjoy the trip stay active and prepared, appreciate different cultures, embrace spontaneity, respect nature and local customs, especially in national park and small villages, and get ready for the adventure.

Our contact details: hello@slotrips.si & +386 6 982 6433

Pre/Post Hike Logistics & Transfers

Arriving to Slovenia: Fly to Letalisce Jozeta Pucnika (Ljubljana Airport) or choose from nearby airports: Trieste (Italy), Venice (Italy), Klagenfurt (Austria) or Zagreb (Croatia).

Travelling Around:
Here are some useful links for booking a transfer.

GoOpti: A reliable shared shuttle transfer company (to/from airports and between other destinations).
Arriva. si: Public bus service in Slovenia.
Private taxi service in Slovenia and beyond: JoJo Prevozi (Ljubljana-based).
Train Travels:
Slovenske zeleznice (Slovenian Railways): International departure and arrivals from and to Ljubljana.
Treni Italia (Italian Railways): For travel to, from, and within Italy and connections with Slovenia. Convenient train stations are Trieste (travelling to Ljubljana) or Tarvisio Boscoverde (travelling to/from Kranjska Gora).
ÖBB (Austrian Railways): For travel to, from, and within Austria and connections with Slovenia. The closest and most convenient train stations are in Villach and Klagenfurt.

The hike starts and finishes at the trailhead in Kranjska Gora.

The pick-up time is at 9:00 AM. Our guide can pick you up at your designated location between Ljubljana and Kranjska Gora.

Make sure you let us know at least two weeks before the hike where you’d like to be picked up and dropped off.

Don’t forget to send us the phone number you’ll be using on your vacation so our guide is able to reach you in case of any delays etc.

After the hike, we’ll drop you off at your designated location in the late afternoon, at approx. 4-5:00 PM.

Luggage & Gear

Luggage Transfers: If you decided on a luggage transfer – your extra luggage will be transferred to your next accommodation every day.

No Luggage Transfers & Luggage Storage: You can leave your extra luggage in the guide’s van during the hike. At your own responsibility (!) but we have never had any issues with that.

Essential equipment: Proper active clothes will make your trip more enjoyable.

NOTE: Your safety is our priority, make sure you prepare for the trip responsibly.

Packing List:

Comfortable active shoes. We suggest you bring along a pair that fits you well; protects your feet /ankles, provides good traction, and is durable, light, and breathable. Approach shoes are the most common footwear for this sort of trip. We discourage you from hiking in soft running shoes.
Active hiking pants. Preferably fast-drying fabric. Long, short or both – up to you.
Upper layer. Fast-drying short and long-sleeved shirt, warm jacket or fleece.
Rain & wind protection. Lightweight raincoat or poncho.
Sun protection. A hat, sunscreen & sunglasses.
Cold weather protection. Gloves and beanie hat.
Backpack. Medium-sized backpack 20 to 30 litres.
1,5-2 l water bottle or hydration reservoir.
Toiletry kit.
First aid kit. Medicine, blister treatments, tape, earplugs etc.
Swimsuit and a fast-drying towel.
Comfy clothes and shoes. For downtime after the activities.
Snacks. In case you’re likely to get “hangry“. You can find a wide selection of local and international trail snacks and energy bars in the country also suitable for people with allergies or dietary restrictions. In case you have specific snacks you like to have with you, we suggest bringing them from home.
Travel Insurance
Passport or ID
Power bank and chargers, electricity converter

Optional

Long-sleeve layer for sun protection
Umbrella
Knife
Garbage bag to carry out the trash
Bandana or Buff
Hiking poles. Most people find them extremely handy on Slovenian trails. The poles are available for rent from us.
Headlamp

Activity Level & Trail Info

Difficulty level: Moderate

Daily hikes: 4–6 hours / 12–16 km (8–10 mi)/ 300-900 m (1000-3000 ft).

Hiking terrain: Expect occasional narrow and uneven trails on the mountain foothills, forested slopes, and moderate alpine paths. Trails feature narrow, uneven terrain with ascents and descents occasionally requiring caution due to rocky or slippery surfaces. In Slovenia, these routes often lead to stunning viewpoints overlooking scenic valleys. No technical mountaineering skills are required. Perfect for hikers with basic fitness looking to explore varied landscapes.

Slotrips Difficulty Levels

Weather

Varied weather conditions depend on altitude and season. From June to September we usually expect pleasant temperatures between 20–30°C in valleys, while higher elevations remain cooler, around 10–20°C. In early May and from late September onwards expect milder temperatures. In May, there can still be some snow around Vrsic Pass (the highest point of the trip). In that case, we will slightly adapt certain hikes. Late September can also surprise with early snowfall above 1,500m.

Afternoon thunderstorms are common in July and August, so carrying rain gear is essential.

Always check the latest weather forecast before setting out, as the weather can change rapidly. Below is the weather forecast for Vrsic Pass (at 1,600 meters above sea level).

Webcam Kranjska Gora

Webcam Erjavceva Mountain Hut

Webcam Soca Valley

Good To Know

Breakfast: Is included in all accommodations.

Lunch and Dinner: Lunch options will be presented by your guide day by day. Both dinners will be at the accommodation (not included). Mountain hut cuisine is simple, typically featuring stews, pasta, sausages, and bread. Vegetarian and gluten-free options are available, and hutkeepers will do their best to accommodate your preferences. However, if you have specific dietary needs, bringing some suitable food is recommended.

Snacks: Pack some trail snacks for emergencies. There is a grocery store in Kranjska Gora.

Accommodations: Both nights will be spent in a traditional Slovenian mountain hut. Room sizes vary, and while we always book the smallest available room, we cannot guarantee the exact room size. There’s no need to bring a sleeping bag, as sleeping sheets and pillows are provided. Towels are available for rent, and bathrooms are shared.

Payment: Both places accept credit card payments. However, we recommend bringing some extra cash. We suggest budgeting 50€ per person per day just in case. There are ATMs in Kranjska Gora.

Water: Water in Slovenia is abundant and of excellent quality. You can refill your water bottles at your accommodations or any place with a reliable water source. However, we do not recommend refilling bottles from open streams.

Charging: We use 220V electrical sockets like this.

Cell Reception & Wi-Fi: Limited in the mountains and remote valleys.