Bike tour Soča Valley
Bike tour Soča Valley takes you through the most magical part of Slovenia – Posočje and the towns surrounding Tolmin. Its hills are sprinkled with tiny villages and protected by the towering Julian Alps. A real beauty, the Soča River, twirls through the valley and lends a magical aura to the towns on its banks with its colour and wonderful pools. Even more magical are the locals, the hardworking and truly warm people who love their land and traditions immensely. The countless memories of the Isonzo Front are an emotional reminder while the breathtaking vistas and the coolness of montane rivers bring a smile to the faces of cyclists.
English and German speaking guide.
Off the beaten path.
Trip duration: 5 h total
Season: April – October
Is this bike tour right for me?
Fitnes level: Level 3
Skill level: Novice, Intermediate
Route data:
Distance: 24 km
Elevation: 860 m
Highest point: 713 m
Highlights:
In addition to relaxing cycling and enjoying unspoiled nature, there are other special moments you can look forward to:
Local cheese tasting.
Refreshments in the Soča River.
Colors of Tolminka River.
Itinerary of the bike tour:
Explore: Map of our route.
10.00 am – Pick up location: The tour starts in Camp Gabrje in Tolmin.
10.15 am – Route start: We will start the first part of the tour with a slight ascend to the village of Zatolmin. Then we will continue through the cool shades of trees up the Tolminka River Valley until we reach the Polog pasture. After a short walk, cheese tasting, and searching for views, we will visit the mysterious spring of the Tolminka river, by bike or by foot. Then, we will take a long descend, shrouded in the coolness of the river, completing the tour by the downstream which features a magnificent gorge with wonderful pools.
15.00 pm – Route finish: We will finish the tour back in Camp Gabrje. If you are brave enough, you can wrap up the day with a dive in the refreshing Soča river.
Tour profile: Elevation & distance.
The Soča Valley is an excellent starting point for learning about both Alpine Slovenia and the special features of Mediterranean Slovenia. Lovers of sports in nature from all over the world were the first ones to fall in love with the area of the emerald river. Discover why!
What is included?
Included:
- Professional guide.
- Bike equipment – Electric mountain bike and bike helmet.
- Cheese tasting
- Exciting 6 hours long bike tour (time from pick up to drop off)
- Full support from our team. In case any technical issues occur, we’ll make sure everything is fixed.
- Photo memories.
Not included:
- Private guide.
Optional:
- Visit of Javorca church – extra 5€
Frequently asked questions:
Since we believe smaller groups mean better experiences, we usually travel in groups of five to ten people. The minimal number of people for an individual group tour is four.
We are also offering private tours. For more info please contact us info@greenhills.si.
The tours are led by experienced cycling guides who know the tour locations like the back of their hands. They will be there for you with their experience and skills any time you’ll need them. They’ll try to make every tour more exciting with the right stories.
All of our tours are planed with stops, where we can find local culinary specialties.
Our cycling tours are suitable both for those who cycle regularly and those who take a cycling trip occasionally. We use electric bikes on our tours to turn even the most difficult trips into an enjoyable journey for those with less stamina or technical skills. Plus, we adjust every tour to your skills and abilities.
Most importantly, you should wear comfortable sports clothes. Please bring bottle of water and sun protection in summer months.
We provide all the cycling gear (bikes, helmets, service first aid, …). Any additional gear or clothes can be stored in a van.
Kids are also welcome, as long as they can cycle independently and can ride for at least 20 kilometers. Please notify us about any children joining when you book a tour. That way we can adjust the difficulty of the tour to them.
Unfortunately, the weather is not up to us, so even the good plans might be ruined due to bad weather. We’ll make sure the tours happen even in less ideal weather, but we need to put your safety first. In case your tour gets cancelled due to bad weather, we’ll fully reimburse you.
Wear comfortable sports clothes. You should also know some of the tours take place in the mountains where temperatures can change rapidly even during the summer. We suggest you bring warm clothes. You should also consider a waterproof jacket in case of bad weather.
Guest requirements:
Guests ages 18 and up can attend. Parents may also bring children. If you bring a guest that’s under 18, it’s your responsibility to make sure the activities they participate in are age-appropriate.
Flexible cancellation policy:
In case the guest cancels the tour order within 24 hours of purchase, full refund is issued. See cancellation policy.
