General Information

Bike Type: Road Bike
Travel Type: Individual Solo Travel
Total Duration: 8 Days / 7 Nights
Total Distance: approx. 347 - 570 km
Total Elevation: approx. 4,700 - 11,830 m

Program

1. Day: Arrival

The tour begins in Villach. The small town at the foot of the Dobratsch is the ideal starting point for tours through the border region.

2. Day: Villach – Klagenfurt (approx. 75 km / 1,230 m)

The cycling route of the first day is comfortable with only shorter ascents towards Klagenfurt. The mighty Karawanks appear repeatedly, and behind them, you can already see the highest peaks of Slovenia.

3. Day: Klagenfurt – Bled / Radovljica (approx. 65 km / 1,400 m or approx. 125 km / 2,070 m)

Today, we continue towards Slovenia, crossing the Karawanks either via the Loibl Pass (1,368m) or the Seebergsattel (1,212m). Afterward, a gentle descent leads towards the Slovenian fairytale town of Bled.

4. Day: Loop around Bled / Radovljica (approx. 75 km / 1,760 m)

From Bled, you cycle a local loop through the Triglav National Park towards Lake Bohinj. If you need a break, you can relax by the lake or stroll through the town.

5. Day: Bled / Radovljica – Tarvis (approx. 60 km / 950 m or 108 km / 2,460 m)

Today's stage takes you to Tarvis. On this route, you traverse the Triglav National Park, named after Slovenia's highest mountain. The major obstacle between Bled and Tarvis is the Vršic Pass - Slovenia's highest pass (1,611m) with no less than 50 hairpin bends (only on the longer tour). After the descent, you find yourself in the Soča Valley, cycling along the Soča River, known by its Italian name Isonzo. The river is loved and praised for its excellent water sports opportunities (rafting, kayaking). The azure blue water, rapids along the gorges, and waterfalls amid the forests make cycling here a true pleasure.

6. Day: Loop around Tarvis (approx. 75 km / 1,260 m or 101 km / 2,380 m)

In Tarvis, you have the option to ride the beautiful ascent to Sella Nevea (possibly including the ascent to the magical Mangart) and through the stunning Kanaltal, or relax for a day with a genuine Italian espresso. Or, if you have particularly strong legs, perhaps attempt the challenging ascent to Monte Lussarrie independently.

7. Day: Tarvis – Villach (approx. 72 km / 1,120 m or approx. 90 km / 1,930 m)

From Tarvis, the route leads back towards Austria today. Finally, it goes through the Gailtal or over Bad Bleiberg back to the starting point of the cycling tour in Villach.

8. Day: Departure

Additional Dates

Possible on request for groups of 5 or more participants!

Booking Process

The advantage for you when booking your cycling tour on our webshop:

Accessible 24 hours a day
Immediate confirmation from us*
To make a deposit (20 percent of the travel price), use the code "Deposit".
The remaining payment of 80 percent of the travel price is due without further payment request at the latest 20 days before the start of the journey.
Only after receiving the final payment, you will receive the necessary travel documents (including hotel list) via email.

*Wait until you receive the hotel list from us before booking train or flight tickets. In exceptional cases, despite careful checking of availability, if we cannot find a hotel, we will offer you an alternative date or refund your money.