7 Alpine Wonders: Winter Edition

I originally had a different experience booked, but due to weather conditions Altitude Activities contacted me with the suggestion to switch to the Winter Alpine Wonders tour instead. This was incredibly kind and genuinely saved my trip - I was only in the area for a few days for Christmas and their proactive help meant I didn’t miss the chance to get out into the mountains. The tour took place in the stunning Triglav National Park, with pickup by minibus from Bled. Even though I live near the Lake District and have spent plenty of time in the mountains, Triglav still managed to impress me at every turn. The scenery was breath taking, especially under fresh snow. The whole region is a picture perfect wonderland. There was low cloud and it was snowing during the day so sadly I didn't get to see the huge mountains in the distance. That didn't ruin my day though. As a solo traveller, I really appreciated the group dynamic. I’m not the most outgoing person and can get a little nervous around strangers, but everyone was friendly and welcoming. It was great spending the day with people from all over the world who shared a love for the outdoors and Slovenia’s beauty. I never felt left out. Our guide, Aleksandra, was fantastic. She was friendly, easy to talk to, and shared a huge amount of knowledge about the region, its history, and the landscape. Her cheerful welcoming approach set the tone for the whole day. The walk itself was at a gentle, comfortable pace, with the guide making sure no one felt rushed. This wasn’t a race - everyone had time to enjoy the views, take photos, and soak in the atmosphere. The warm meal halfway through the day was exactly what we needed after a snowy morning. I had a flask of hot tea with me so the regular stops for a drink and to admire the scenery made the long day feel relaxed and enjoyable. If you’re thinking of doing this tour, go prepared: warm and waterproof clothing, proper footwear (my hiking boots were perfect), and something to drink like a bottle of water. You can take a bag to carry or leave in the van. I believe they have suitable walking equipment to hire if required. You'd have to enquire with them if you need to do that as I didn't have the need to use that opportunity. We did have ice spikes to slip onto our boots for the icy sections of the walk where it was needed. It’s a full day out, but absolutely worth it. When I was dropped off in Bled that evening, I felt sad that the trip had come to end. I clearly had a great day in the mountains! Overall, Altitude Activities delivered a fantastic experience, and I’m really grateful for their flexibility and thoughtfulness. This tour was the highlight of my holiday. This was my first visit to Slovenia and it is an amazing country. I hope to visit Slovenia again in the future, and when I do, I'll be checking out another of Altitude Activities experiences. I've attached some photos but left the best ones out. You'll have to go on the tour to see it for yourself!

Our guide was super knowledgeable and easy going. The places she showed us were utterly beautiful and we never would’ve been able to get to them without her.

Mother and daughter magical day in beautiful landscape. We booked this hoping for a fresh blanket of snow but the day was perfect even without this. As we were the only booking midweek in December, this turned into a private tour for the two of us. From the very start we were put at ease by our guide who clearly loves her homeland and the natual landscape. Easy discussion flowed for the 8+ hours we were togther and covered a wide range of topics. This tour allowed us to do two small approx 40 mins hikes to impressive waterfalks, we experienced wearing ice spikes to ensure our ease and safety for the first time all with expert guideance. A year ago i had a total knee replacement and have spent 12 months on my rehab and learning how to walk and climb stairs again. There were alot of stairs but I am so proud I managed this day so well always under the kind guideance of our guide. A hearty lunch at the highest altitude of the tour rewarded us with the fresh crunch of snow underfoot. The landscapes we visited were varried, all stunning in their own special ways. I would recommend this tour, as a perfect way to glimpse the immense beauty of this region. Thank you from your Aussie guests 😊

This tour was a fantastic way to get beyond Bled and out into nature without the hassle of renting a car. Alex was amazing. She did a great job catering to the different levels of comfort with hiking, especially with microspikes, within our group. She also did an absolutely fabulous job pacing the stops so that we were able to catch a stunning sunset at the final stop.

Alex was a wonderful guide ! Our family including our 5 year old had a great time seeing all the sites on the tour just wonderful

It was such an amazing experience and very well organized ! Saw the diverse beauty of Slovenia Would highly recommend this tour for someone visiting Slovenia! Thank you again

Incredible day trip, worth every penny. Fantastic and helpful guide, amazing views. Never felt rushed.