
Climb Mount Triglav (2863m)
Trek your way to the top of Slovenia's highest peak
What's Included?
Activities & Certified Guides
All itinerary activities with professional, English-speaking guidesHostel & Mountain hut
1 night in a hostel, 1 night in a mountain hutMeals
Breakfast and dinner on Day 2, breakfast on Day 3Transfers
To and from the airport and everything in betweenEquipment
All your via-ferrata equipmentSmall Like-minded Groups
Solo-friendly by design, join our small n’ sociable groups of up to 8 like-minded, active and outdoorsy people…
What's it like?






























Ascend Slovenia's highest peak, Mount Triglav – considered a rite of passage for locals – via the classic two-day approach
Explore the Triglav National Park, a preserved area of limestone rock walls, caves, rushing rivers and endless green hills and forests
Eyes open for the huge variety of wildlife that calls this area home, including golden eagles, griffon vultures, lynx, chamois, marmots and ibex
Deemed an epic 'Walk of a lifetime' by The Guardian
Key Information
Day 1
Welcome to Slovenia

Meet your host at Ljubljana airport and transfer to your base on the doorstep of the Julian Alps. Most groups will stay in the charming town of Radovljica, some groups will stay on the serene Pokljuka Plateau (please see the ‘food and accommodation’ section for more details). Check into your accommodation before meeting up with your guide for a chat through the adventure to come.
Day 2
The Kredarica hut

Hiking
Groups staying in Radovljica will drive to the start of the trek in the Triglav National Park's lovely Krma Valley. Ascend through a peaceful forest and onto a high plateau with some wonderful views. In the afternoon you'll arrive at the Kredarica hut. Relax with a hot drink and enjoy the view, or explore the area and find a nice vantage point for sunset.
Groups staying in Pokljuka will start today’s hike from a different trailhead. The path traverses lush meadows and dense forests, passing Vodnik hut, before continuing the ascent to Kredarica mountain hut. This route usually takes 7-8hrs with an elevation of 1520m.
Day 3
Summit Mount Triglav

Hiking
Walk along a rocky path until you arrive at the base of the 400m via ferrata route to the top. Climb the series of cables and ladders and work your way up to the summit. Enjoy the views in every direction and then descend back to the hut and return to Ljubljana airport in the early evening in time for onward travel.
Day 1
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Day 2
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Day 3
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
What is the food like?
Food in Slovenia is very diverse, with lots of influence from neighbouring countries but you can also find international cuisine in Radovljica. For dinner, the mountain hut serves simple, hearty food, including meat stew, goulash, sausage, ham and eggs, polenta, bread with honey, wine, beer, tea and Turkish coffee. Prices range from €1.80 for tea to €7.50 for goulash. You'll need to make your own packed lunches for the hike as there are no huts along the way. You can buy food for this in town and then at your overnight hut. Most requirements including vegetarian and vegan diets can be accommodated.
What is the accommodation like?

Radovljica
You’ll stay at the Life Hostel in Radovljica, in twin/double rooms. All rooms have a private bathroom, air conditioning and free WiFi. Triple rooms can also be requested, subject to availability.
Select groups will stay at the alternative Hotel Pokljuka on the Pokljuka Plateau in ensuite twin/double rooms. The hotel has a restaurant and bar on site and offers free WiFi. This applies to groups starting on the following dates: Saturday 29th June 2024, Saturday 6th July 2024, Saturday 27th July 2024, Saturday 3rd August 2024 & Saturday 10th August 2024.

On the Trek
You’ll be staying in the Kredarica mountain hut on the slopes of Mount Triglav. The hut is basic but comfortable, with dormitory-style bunks, electricity, water, central heating and a restaurant serving a range of foods. Beds are equipped with pillows, sheets and blankets.
Upgrades
For solo travellers looking for their own space, private rooms are available on night 1 in the Life Hostel, subject to availability. It is not possible to have private accommodation in the mountain hut.
This trip has been rated as Challenging
The hike is challenging and suitable for reasonably fit hikers comfortable walking for up to 8 hours a day. You will need to walk 8 hours uphill on day 2, then a via ferrata climb using cables and ladders to the summit, followed by a 2000m descent on day 3. No previous via ferrata experience is required.
The climbing season for Mount Triglav is from July through October, though early and late season ascents are also possible. Summer weather on Triglav is quite cool; when it's pushing 30°C on the Slovenian plains, it may be just 5°C on Triglav. It often drops below freezing at night, and snow may persist in nooks and crannies throughout the year. Weather on the mountain is highly variable, bringing unexpected wind, rain and snow.
The Area
Logistics
Starts
Ljubljana Airport
16:00 on Day 1
Ends
Ljubljana Airport
Approx 18:00 on Day 3
Transfers
Your host will meet everyone at Ljubljana Airport at 16:00 ready for the group transfer to your accommodation. On Day 3, you'll be dropped back off at the airport by approximately 18:00 - it's important to book flights that depart after 20:00 to ensure you aren't late for check-in. You can be dropped off in Bled or Ljubljana city centre on the way if you would prefer. If you arrive or depart outside these times, private transfers can be arranged - see Optional Extras for prices.
Travel options
There are regular flights to Ljubljana from major airports across the UK and Europe, with plenty of connection options for those heading to Slovenia from outside Europe.
Ljubljana is accessible by train via various routes across Europe. A popular and easy route from Western Europe is via Munich. You can travel by rail from there to Slovenia's capital, through beautiful Austrian scenery on daytime services or on a sleeper train from Munich-Ljubljana.
There is a frequent public bus service between Ljubljana city and Radovljica (1hr) and between Bled and Radovljica (15mins). The bus station in Radovljica is just across the street from your accommodation.
There are also frequent trains between Ljublijana city and Radovljica (50mins) and the train station is a 10 minute walk from your accommodation.
For groups staying in Pokljuka there is no public transport, however, in July and August, there is a free 'hop on, hop off’ bus line from Bled. Take the Poljuka line and get off at the second to last stop, which is Goreljek. Your hotel is about a 10 minute walk from there. Alternatively, your host can also arrange a complimentary pickup from Bled at 5pm on arrival day. Please request this with your host, if required.
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What do I need to bring?
Bags
- 1 backpack (20-25L) with raincover
Clothes
- Sturdy hiking boots with ankle support and good grip, preferably with a Vibram sole (N.B. light walking shoes, trail runners or trainers are not appropriate for the hike and your hiking boots should be well broken in)
- Hiking socks - warm, coolmax
- Warm jacket or fleece - softshell, windproof and waterproof
- Waterproof poncho or raincoat outer layer
- Quick drying, warm long sleeve t-shirts, plus spare/s to change into
- Long hiking trousers (not cotton)
- Warm hat and gloves (especially for early and late summer)
- Clothes to sleep in
Other
- Sun glasses
- Sun hat
- Sunscreen
- Lip balm
- Bug repellent
- Large refillable water bottle (1.5L)
- Headtorch (in case of early start on summit day)
- Walking poles (optional but advised if you normally use them for hiking)
- High energy snacks
Nb. Please do not bring your own sleeping bags or sleeping liners for the hut as they are prohibited. Bedding is provided.
Pre/post trip accommodation (single room)
Payable Before Departure
Pre/post trip accommodation (single room)
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Pre/post trip accommodation (twin/double room)
Payable Before Departure
Pre/post trip accommodation (twin/double room)
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Optional private room upgrade (day 1 only)
Payable Before Departure
Optional private room upgrade (day 1 only)
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Private transfer to/from Ljublijana Airport (each way)
Payable Before Departure
Private transfer to/from Ljublijana Airport (each way)
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Private transfer to/from Ljublijana city (each way)
Payable Before Departure
Private transfer to/from Ljublijana city (each way)
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