English-speaking guide
Food and drinksI didn't go on the half day tour, I was upgraded to the full day tour to Lake Bled, Lake Bohinj and Ventgar Gorge. The trip was excellent and the guide/driver, Rocco, was also excellent.
The Alpine resort town of Bled will enchant you with its emerald-green lake, fairytale-like island and imposing castle reigning on top of a rocky cliff. You will discover a mix of beautiful nature, rich history and genuine hospitality.
It was here that the Yugoslavia Royal Family once had a summer residence, later replaced by the summer residence of President Tito, which can still be seen by the lake. After an enjoyable drive, you can board a traditional ‘pletna’ boat and smoothly glide over the lake to visit the only Slovenian island. Its top is crowned with a little church, and you will have an opportunity to ring a mysterious wishing bell. A scenic road takes you around the lake and to the medieval castle perched high on a cliff. Built over a thousand years ago, it was once an unconquerable property of the Bishops of Brixen. Today, it attracts visitors with its museum, and demonstrations of old crafts and traditions, not to mention the breathtaking view of the surroundings.
Before returning to Ljubljana, enjoy a stroll by the lake or treat yourself to the famous Bled cream-cake.
