Juliana Trail Hiking – Self-Guided Highlights

Experience the Juliana Trail on a carefully designed self-guided hiking holiday through the Julian Alps in Slovenia. This 3-day program focuses on some of the most scenic and enjoyable stages of the Juliana Trail, connecting alpine lakes, forest paths, plateaus and traditional villages — without the need to complete the entire long-distance route. Designed and organized by local hiking experts based in Bohinj, this tour offers a balanced combination of nature, comfort and authentic hiking experiences, with luggage transfers and local support included.

Quick overview

Duration: 3 days
Total distance: 54 km
Total elevation: 1,294 m ascent / 1,276 m descent
Season: April – October
Type: Self-guided hiking holiday
Trail: Selected stages of the Juliana Trail
Suitable for: Active hikers, long-distance trail enthusiasts, couples

Why Choose This Juliana Trail Hiking Tour?

Experience the Juliana Trail without committing to the full long-distance loop
Carefully selected stages combining lakes, plateaus and alpine valleys
Comfortable self-guided format with luggage transfers
Ideal introduction to one of Slovenia’s most popular hiking trails
Designed and organized by local hiking specialists based in the Julian Alps

Designed by Local Hiking Experts

This self-guided Juliana Trail hiking program is created by certified local hiking guides who live and work in Bohinj and the Julian Alps. The selected stages are chosen for their scenic value, safety, accessibility and overall hiking experience, ensuring an authentic and enjoyable journey along the Juliana Trail.

itinerary overview

This 3-day itinerary follows selected stages of the Juliana Trail, linking the alpine landscapes around Bled, the Pokljuka Plateau and the Bohinj Valley.

Day 1 – Arrival in Bled & Juliana Trail Stage 5

Arrival in Bohinj and welcome meeting with route briefing. An easy introductory walk to a nearby alpine lake, allowing you to ease into the hiking rhythm and enjoy your first mountain scenery.

DAY 2 – CLIMB ABOVE THE BOHINJ VALLEY

TECHNICAL DATA:

elevation: 867 m ascent / 102 m descent
distance: 22 km

Arrival in Bled and welcome meeting with tour briefing. After luggage pickup, start hiking Juliana Trail Stage 5 from Bled towards the Pokljuka Plateau.

Day 3 – Juliana Trail Stage 6: Pokljuka – Stara Fužina

TECHNICAL DATA:

elevation: 302 m ascent / 1,027 m descent
distance: 8 km

After breakfast, continue along Juliana Trail Stage 6, descending from the Pokljuka Plateau towards the Bohinj Valley. The route offers beautiful forest trails, open landscapes and views of the surrounding Julian Alps. Overnight in Stara Fužina, with dinner at one of the local restaurants.

Day 4 – Juliana Trail Stage 7: Stara Fužina – Bohinjska Bistrica

TECHNICAL DATA:

elevation: 125 m ascent / 147 m descent
distance: 7 km

A shorter and more relaxed final hiking day following Juliana Trail Stage 7 through the Bohinj Valley. The tour ends in Bohinjska Bistrica, with luggage pickup at the Hike&Bike office. Departure on your own or optional extra night in the Bohinj Valley.

What’s Included

Included:

Complete organization of the self-guided tour
Detailed pre-departure information document
GPS tracks for each hiking day
Access to a mobile navigation app with offline maps
Accommodation reservations in selected 3-star hotels
2 × breakfast
1 × dinner
Luggage transfers between stages
Hiking poles (upon request)
24/7 telephone support during the tour

Not included:

Travel costs to Slovenia
Travel costs to the starting point in Bled
Travel costs after the tour from Bohinjska Bistrica
Travel and medical insurance
Meals not specified as included

Optional extras:

Extra night in Bled
Extra night in the Bohinj Valley
Airport transfers

Who Is This Tour For?

Ideal for hikers who want to experience the Juliana Trail in a comfortable, well-organised self-guided format. Perfect for active travellers looking for a long-distance trail experience without carrying heavy luggage or committing to the full multi-week route.