Summer Tour of Lake Bled with Bled Castle and Boat Ride
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Summer Tour of Lake Bled with Bled Castle and Boat Ride

4.4/5
Excellent
Based on 27 reviews
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£113.00
Free cancellation
Language: English
Mobile voucher accepted
Duration: more than 8 hours
Why you’ll love this…
  • Discover the beauty of the Julian Alps on a trip to Lake Bled
  • Take a ride on a traditional boat to visit Slovenia's only island
  • Visit the medieval Bled Castle on a cliff overlooking the lake
  • Admire the wonderful view over Lake Bled from the castle
  • Expert local guide with unrivalled knowledge of Lake Bled
What to expect

Lake Bled is the epitome of Alpine tranquillity. On this tour you'll explore this picture-postcard destination – a fairytale scene of emerald-coloured waters and a turreted castle framed against the backdrop of the Julian Alps. Mauro, one of our expert local guides, says, ‘Lake Bled sits at the foot of the mountains, and boasts two of Slovenia's treasures - the oldest castle in the land sits on the top of the cliff above the lake, while in the middle of the lake you can't miss Slovenia's only natural island.'

Slovenia is easily accessible from Istria, and the journey is certainly worthwhile. The pine-clad slopes, the picturesque chalets and the enchanting, wooded islet with 99 steps leading to St Mary's Chapel are irresistible. Look out for the traditional ‘pletna' boats, crafted from local wood with a flat bottom and usually rowed by a single oarsman. They are a classic sight on Lake Bled and they've been used for centuries to transport visitors to Bled Island and back.

First we'll visit medieval Bled Castle, set into a towering cliff face. With its cone-shaped turrets and lofty parapets, it's something special, as is the view over the lake from its perch on a cliff 130 metres above the water. Then it's time to hop into a ‘pletna' boat, to be rowed across to the pretty chapel-crowned island. The chapel is steeped in legend, and locals say that you should make a wish by ringing the ‘wishing bell.' Another tradition states that to marry in the chapel, a groom must carry his bride up all 99 steps.

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What's included
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  • check Admission fees
  • check Boat cruise
  • check Exclusive TUI itinerary
What to remember
  • An optional carriage ride around the lake is available for an extra charge
  • Lunch and entrance fees for the Bled Island chapel are not included
  • Passport is essential
  • In case of emergencies, please contact the Destination team for your excursion location. Office hours: 09:00-17:00, Monday to Friday. Support is available in the local language and English onlyDubrovnik: +385 091 603 5117Split: +385 091 603 5069
  • Not suitable for those with reduced mobility
  • Bring your passport or official EU identification
  • Food and drinks not included
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Provider
GULLIVER TRAVEL
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 1 day before the experience begins.

What people say about this experience

Excellent

4.4/5

Based on 27 reviews from verified customers

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  • L Mo

    From United States of America - July 2025

    Travelled with family

     

    25 - 34 years old

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    4/5

    It was a great trip, I was however not expecting a 4-5 hour journey each way, with only 4 hours around Bled… we did this with a child and would recomm ...

  • Susanne

    From United States of America - July 2025

    Travelled as a couple

     

    45 - 54 years old

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

    Lake Bled was an amazing experience and although you are a long time on the coach it it worth it. From the moment you are picked up at the hotel you a ...

  • N Thompson

    From United States of America - July 2025

    Travelled as a couple

     

    35 - 44 years old

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

    We thoroughly enjoyed the trip. The guide was knowledgeable and personable. He looked after us exceptionally well during the trip.

  • Tim and Avronne

    From United States of America - July 2025

    Travelled as a couple

     

    45 - 54 years old

    Bad

    Overall rated

    1/5

    Everything that we visited was good. The problem that I have is the time away, we were away for 15 hours, 12 hours on the coach and 3 hours visiting t ...

  • Patricia

    From United States of America - July 2025

    Travelled as a couple

     

    45 - 54 years old

    Average

    Overall rated

    3/5

    Lake Bled was stunning but we felt that the cost of the trip was far too much and not good value for money, the stops for toilets and coffee were basi ...

  • Tim

    From United States of America - June 2025

    Travelled as a couple

     

    45 - 54 years old

    Great

    Overall rated

    4/5

    Lake Bled & the scenery was beautiful, not enough time to explore, felt rushed, the coach journey too & from the excursion was 8 hour's.

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