Croatia & Slovenia Walking Adventure – 2027

We offer this walking adventure in the spring (May) and fall seasons (late September into early October) since we have learned from many years of experience that the weather then is usually very pleasant without being too hot, and we can avoid the crowds.

World weather is hard to predict these days but adverse weather does not really affect this tour too much as there is plenty to do even if it rains.  Of course we hope for clear skies when we are in the mountains and we often get it.  We offer this tour in the spring and the fall when we have found we have the best chance for good weather.

After 12 years of experience we know where and probably more importantly when to go to avoid the crowds.  In the very popular Plitvice National Waterfall Park we stay on the south side of the lakes and enter a different entrance than 99% of the visitors to the park.  We also start early and are out of there by late morning when the crowds arrive ensuring a very pleasant experience.

No, not at all on this tour.

The basic answer is that it is up to you how much you walk.  This is a walking adventure, not a hiking trip, and we average 4 hours of easy walking a day and on all of the walks you can cut them short or extend them.  Our Dolomites Walking Tour is center based in one hotel so we do longer day hikes and in the Dolomites there is some steep ascents and descents which is not the case on this tour where we have to spend some time traveling between destinations to see our favorite places in these two fabulous countries.

Absolutely. Over the last 15 years, we have organized many private tours that accommodate various groups of friends and families, often at the same price as our regular tours, with no group size or age restrictions.  We charge half of what our competition charges, and they usually have large groups of 16 – 20 people.

While our regular scheduled tours cater to adults over 18, we welcome families with children of any age on a private tour, tailoring the experience for all ages.

We offer a full refund if you cancel for any reason within the first ten days of booking. Our cancellation policy aims to accommodate unforeseen circumstances. We advise guests to review our travel industry standard Terms & Conditions here. We also highly recommend travel insurance to cover any unexpected situations. You can read more about travel insurance here.

It’s not an issue. Hotels and restaurants in our area are accustomed to accommodating various dietary needs, offering a range of options to suit all preferences. The food is very healthy, and the culinary level is very high. Most supermarkets also provide snacks for people with special dietary requirements.  We cover breakfasts so you can have choices where to eat lunches and dinners.

No need to be. We attract fun people with us for a fun and stress-free experience. Our small group tours – limited to 8 guests – foster a friendly, casual atmosphere akin to hiking with friends. Guests can choose their level of group engagement and pace, ensuring a comfortable experience for all. You can be as “groupy” as you want or not.  Many of our guests remain lifelong friends with others in the group, as well as with Katarina and me. The high number of our guests who come back on another trip testify to how much fun our trips are.

It rarely happens. Our guides ensure no one is left behind, and we always have a guide bringing up the rear. There are usually going to be faster and slower hikers in a group. We are very used to handling that, and with two guides, we can even split up the group if necessary to accommodate everyone. Our walking tours are about enjoying the trails and the views, not rushing through them as fast as possible. After 200+ tours, we have taken every fitness level, ages 8 to 89, every shape and size, and had many guests with different injuries come on trips. We know how to juggle them all. We also stop for a mid-morning coffee break and a lunch stop, giving guests time to rest. Our guests are encouraged to walk at their own pace, and those with concerns should contact us before booking a trip.

Only fabulous ones that our guests love. We want our guests to be super happy, so we use hotels where we have long-term relationships and know our guests will be satisfied. We prioritize guests’ satisfaction by hand-selecting hotels based on quality, cleanliness, amenities, location, staff, and guest feedback. We want our guests to LOVE the hotels we use. We have developed deep relationships with many hotel owners and staff, and our guests are welcomed like family at many hotels.

You don’t need anything special. We’ll send you a recommended packing list before the trip. Still, since we are doing day hikes, all you need is everyday hiking attire (often synthetic shorts and a T-shirt) and low-cut hiking shoes with a Vibram-type sole. And a small day pack with a water bottle, extra upper layer, waterproof jacket, and your phone to take photos – that’s about it. We have sunscreen and hiking poles for everyone. Comfortable clothing for walking around the villages, dressier for dinner at the hotel, and a puffy evening jacket are all you need.

They are not demanding for a person in reasonable physical shape.  You should be able to walk four hours a day for eight days in a row on a variety of surfaces but you can always cut a walk short or extend them with one of our guides.

We will average about 2 hours of driving a day, some more, some less.  The longest day is four hours to get to Plitvice National Park and to return from there (on a different route).

Yes. We have ample rest stops during our drives and when on the trail.

Yes. All the hotels have WiFi and cell coverage on the trails 95% of the time. Your cell phone is the best way for people to contact you, and we recommend that our guests use WhatsApp to stay in touch with us. We encourage our guests to be “at the moment” as much as possible and to avoid using devices at meals with other guests (unless it’s to look at the fabulous photos you have been taking on the trip, of course).

No, and you don’t need to. You don’t need anything special. We’ll send you a recommended packing list before the trip. Still, since we are doing short walks, all you need is everyday hiking attire (often synthetic shorts and a T-shirt) and low-cut walking shoes with a Vibram-type sole. And a small day pack with a water bottle, extra upper layer, waterproof jacket, and your phone to take photos—that’s about it. We have sunscreen and hiking poles for everyone.

Absolutely.  And we use expert local guides in some places to tell you about the history of the places we visit.

You can fly into Trieste or Venice airports and take a train from there to Trieste.  Our pickup is at the NH Hotel which is a short walk from the main railway station.