EMERALD WATERS IN MEDIEVAL SLOVENIA

Paragliding and River Adventure at Lake Bled

An action packed weekend upon Slovenia's idyllic Lake Bled and meandering Soca River, a real treat for any intrepid adventurer.

The picture perfect Lake Bled can be found within the Julian Alps in northwestern Slovenia, where it adjoins the beautiful town of Bled. Long established as one of Europe's premier destinations, Lake Bled, enclosed within a lush evergreen forest, is home to one of the most stunning vistas in Europe. The idyllic region, which also includes Triglav National Park, and the Soca, or Emerald River, is well known amongst those with a keen interest, as having ideal conditions for water sports and myriad outdoor activities. As a testament to the quality of the environment, Lake Bled has played host to the World Rowing Championships in 1966, 1979, 1989 and 2011. With the luxury accommodation, the most picturesque surroundings, and the optimum conditions embark on a 5-star adventure break that is sure to thrill and excite.

On your first full day in Slovenia, join the Emerald River Adventure, a full day of action-packed adventure, that takes you hiking, swimming and white water rafting across Bled. It's the best introduction to the greater area of Bled, where you will have the opportunity to explore all the most beautiful places around Triglav National Park and the Julian Alps. Meeting at 8am, you will join the scheduled adventure day, which includes swimming, hiking and white water rafting. You will spend 12 hours adventuring across the region and becoming intimately acquainted with the area.

On the day of your departure we will also arrange a morning paragliding experience from atop Mount Vogel. You can look forward to a 1682m descent overlooking the valley below and experience the joy of personal, foot-launched flight in its purest form. Your experienced pilot will show you the beauty of flying from one of the largest mountains around Bled area. With around 15-20 minutes of flight time, this is perhaps the best way to see this stunning landscape in all its glory, an integral part of your adventure, and truly an experience that is not to be overlooked.

For the duration of your stay, you'll be staying in a leading 5-star hotel in Bled. The exact hotel depends on dates, but rest assured it will always be in a prime location, and laden with luxurious amenities. We will also provide you with a personalised itinerary for your trip, which will include all the dates, times, and locations you need, as well as our definitive guide to the best of this beautiful region.