On our first day, we’ll pick you up right from the airport. We offer pickup at Zagreb airport at 12:00 PM.

After your transfer, we arrive in Maribor — Slovenia’s second-largest city. Once we settle into the hotel, we take a relaxed afternoon stroll through the old town.

Later, we take some time to prep our gear and bikes, go over the essentials, and make sure everything is ready for the days ahead.

In the evening, we gather for a welcome dinner where we get to know each other, walk through the plan for the journey, and start to feel the rhythm of the adventure that will carry us all the way to the Adriatic Sea.

⭐ Today’s MUST-SEE Highlights in Maribor

• The Old Vine House — home to the oldest grapevine in the world
• Lent riverside district (historic waterfront, cafés, medieval charm)
• Glavni Trg (Main Square) with its baroque architecture

We begin Day 3 in Zreče and head toward Vitanje before climbing gently over the forested pass near Brezno. From here, the route connects to the legendary Štrekna — a former railway line transformed into a beautiful cycling path that winds through tunnels, narrow gorges, and old railway cuttings. It’s the perfect blend of smooth riding and unique scenery.

The trail leads us past the shimmering Velenje Lake, after which we leave the flatter terrain behind and pedal over rolling hills toward the Upper Savinja Valley. With every kilometer, the landscape becomes more dramatic, the mountains closer, and the air cooler.

Soon, a truly magical moment arrives — the first panoramic reveal of Logar Valley, one of the most stunning glacial valleys in all of Europe. Majestic limestone walls rise sharply above emerald meadows, creating a scene that stays with you long after the ride ends.

After checking into our alpine hotel, we highly recommend extending your ride with a short trip deeper into the valley to visit Rinka Waterfall, an iconic natural gem and the perfect finale to an unforgettable day.

⭐ Today’s Must-See Highlights

• Štrekna Rail Trail at km 24 – A beautifully restored cycling path built on a former railway line, featuring tunnels, gorges, bridges and smooth scenic riding.
• Velenje Lake at km 36 – A crystal-blue lake with a relaxing atmosphere — a great place to stop for a drink and enjoy the view.
• Entrance to Logarska Dolina at km 95 – A jaw-dropping glacial valley surrounded by the vertical walls of the Kamnik–Savinja Alps. One of Europe’s finest alpine landscapes.
• Rinka Waterfall at the very end of the valley – With a 90-meter drop, it’s one of Slovenia’s most famous waterfalls — absolutely worth the extra ride.

We leave Škofja Loka on Day 5 and head back into alpine terrain — this time toward the Julian Alps. The route begins with a steady climb into Davča, Slovenia’s largest and most scattered village, spread across countless hills and valleys where the road is never quite flat.

After a short descent, we take on the main climb of the day: Soriška Planina — a panoramic mountain plateau offering wide-open views across the Julian Alps.
From the top, a long, flowing descent carries toward Lake Bohinj.

This glacier-fed lake is one of Slovenia’s true natural jewels — peaceful, crystal clear, and surrounded by towering peaks. A stop here is practically mandatory; it’s simply too beautiful to ride past.

We continue along a well-maintained cycling route toward Lake Bled, home to one of Europe’s most iconic postcard views: a tiny church on an island and a medieval castle perched on a cliff above turquoise water.
And yes — this is the perfect moment to try the famous local dessert: kremšnita (Bled cream cake), a fluffy vanilla-custard slice layered with cream and delicate pastry. A must-have experience.

The day ends in Ribno, where a comfortable alpine-style hotel awaits.

⭐ Today’s Must-See Highlights

• Soriška Planina at km 55 – A beautiful alpine lookout point with panoramic views across the Julian Alps — absolutely worth the climb.
• Lake Bohinj at km 74 – One of Slovenia’s most stunning lakes — crystal-clear waters, dramatic mountains, and a perfect spot for a scenic break.
• Lake Bled at km 104 – Slovenia’s most iconic lake. Stop for a slice of kremšnita, the legendary Bled cream cake — a light, fluffy vanilla custard dessert that has become a national favorite.

Day 7 is a true alpine classic. We begin in Kranjska Gora and immediately tackle the legendary climb to Vršič Pass (1,611 m / 5,285 ft) — the highest paved mountain pass in Slovenia. Its famous cobblestone switchbacks, built by Russian prisoners of war, wind upward between towering vertical walls of the Julian Alps.

After reaching the summit, a spectacular descent takes us into the Trenta Valley, the heart of Triglav National Park. Here, the emerald-green Soča River flows like a glowing ribbon through the mountains — it’s absolutely worth stopping; the views are unforgettable.

We continue through Bovec, where the second major act of the Queen Stage begins: the ascent to Mangart Saddle (2,055 m / 6,742 ft) — often considered one of the most beautiful road climbs in all of Europe. The road climbs dramatically through tunnels, along cliffs, and between massive alpine peaks, until the view from the saddle opens into a panorama that every cyclist dreams of.

From the top, we descend the same scenic road back into the valley and finish the day near Bovec — tired, inspired, and completely satisfied.

⭐ Today’s Must-See Highlights

• Lake Jasna at km 2 – A pristine alpine lake with postcard-perfect reflections of the surrounding peaks. A stunning place for morning photos.
• Vršič Pass at km 12 – Slovenia’s highest paved pass, featuring cobblestone switchbacks and dramatic alpine scenery. A true bucket-list climb.
• Velika Korita Soče at km 35 – A must-stop viewpoint: deep turquoise gorges carved by the Soča River, showcasing some of the most spectacular water in Europe.
• Mangart Saddle at km 68 – Jaw-dropping views from Slovenia’s highest road — an unforgettable climb with alpine grandeur in every direction.

On Day 9, as we leave Nova Gorica, the alpine world fades behind us and the terrain transforms into classic Karst scenery — rocky ridgelines, warm winds, and Mediterranean vegetation. We ride through Branik and soon reach the charming stone village of Štanjel.

Štanjel is one of the oldest settlements in the Karst region, famous for its narrow medieval streets and the stunning Ferrar’s Garden, a beautifully designed terraced park overlooking the valley. A stop here is absolutely worth it.

We continue toward Lipica, home of the world-famous Lipizzaner horses. Here, expansive pastures and elegant white stallions create a scene straight out of a postcard — and you can often watch the horses grazing just steps from the road.

Crossing into Italy, the valley of Rossandra signals a dramatic change: the landscape drops sharply, announcing that the sea is near. After re-entering Slovenia, we descend through olive groves and vineyards until we reach Koper, our first touchpoint with the Adriatic.

From here, a beautiful coastal cycling path guides us along the shoreline through Izola and Portorož, before we finish the day in Piran — a stunning seaside town where alpine stories end in the warm embrace of the Mediterranean. And yes… this is the perfect moment for a refreshing swim in the sea.

⭐ Today’s Must-See Highlights

• Štanjel at km 25 – A historic hilltop village with incredible stone architecture and the iconic Ferrar’s Garden — one of the Karst region’s gems.
• Lipica at km 47.5 – The legendary stud farm of the Lipizzaner horses — expansive pastures, elegant white stallions, and a deep cultural heritage.
• Koper at km 83.5 – Your first meeting with the Adriatic Sea — a symbolic moment marking the transition from mountains to coast.
• Piran at km 99.7 – A picture-perfect Mediterranean town and the ideal place for a post-ride swim. The perfect ending to your Alps-to-Sea journey.