Secrets of Slovenia Cycling

Discover the 'Secrets' of Slovenia, cycling through scenic countryside which

changes with every turn of the pedal. From the turquoise waters of Lake Bled

and the white peaks of Julian Alps to the emerald Soca river and green Karst

vineyard, finishing at the blue Adriatic Sea. Cycle through traditional

villages around Lake Bled before taking a scenic railway journey to Avce

from where you'll reach Goriška Brda, the 'Tuscany' of Slovenia. Explore the

local vines and wines before discovering the Karst region and visiting the

hilltop village of Štanjel, a medieval stonemason settlement with narrow,

stone alleys that wind among the buildings built on terraces and the

UNESCO-listed Škocjan caves. Next stop is Lipica, home of the original

Lipizzaner horses with the stud farm dating from 1580 to the time of the

Hapsburg. It is possible to join a guided tour to see the horses before

cycling on to the edge of the border with Italy for views out to the coast

towards Trieste in Italy and your destination. the city of Koper. A scenic

path takes you along the Parenzana railway line to Koper from where you cycle

on to Piran - looking back to the distant mountains gives you a great feeling

of achievement.

The places where you will stay vary from a large lakeside property in Bled, to a renovated homestead in Smartno, and the Maestoso Hotel in Lipica, where you'll find the Lippizaner stud farm.