Best of Lake Bled

A day tour of Lake Bled, a charming resort on the edge of the Julian Alps. In the middle of the lake there is a famous island with a church and a medieval castle on a high cliff, offering visitors the most beautiful view not only of the lake itself, but also of the surrounding alpine peaks. The trip begins with a ride in a traditional boat ride to the island of Bled, which is the biggest attraction in Slovenia. Pletny is a boat characteristic for this lake, controlled by two long oars by one rower. After a ride you can visit the small island of Bled. Optional: a visit to the Church of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary with a wishful thinking bell, which has resounded at the lake since 1534. More than 1000 years old Bled Castle located on a cliff high above the lake is the next point of the program. Visit to the castle museum, which brings the history of the entire region closer, and watch the beautiful panorama of Lake Bled from several viewpoints in the castle. A short walk along the shore of the lake, time to relax and rest in one of the cafes where you can try the delicious traditional creams¡nita cake. The programme also includes a visit to the Vintgar gorge, carved in limestone through the Radovna River, one of the country's biggest tourist attractions (only available in the summer season).