The trip

LEVEL ***

Very demanding: the stages between day 3 and day 5 are very demanding, with mountain routes, elevation changes, alpine trails and some technical sections. On the other days, the walks are more moderate.

This trip is organised in collaboration with our local partners, who share our commitment to offering you an authentic holiday.

ROAD BOOK

- A complete route book with descriptions of the walks each day
- Extracts from the 1:25,000 hiking map
- The complete 1:150,000 scale map of Slovenia

ACCOMODATION

You will be staying in quality *** hotels. You will have a room with private bathroom.

MEALS 

Overnight accommodation and breakfast. Each evening, you can dine in your hotel restaurant or in a nearby restaurant.
Please inform us about your food allergies and special diets at the time of booking.

We do our best to accommodate special diets (gluten-free, vegetarian, etc.). However, we encourage you to bring some additional products for your own picnics.

CLIMATE

Inland, the climate is continental: summers are generally hot, with a little rainfall to keep the countryside green. In the north, in the heart of the mountains, the climate is alpine. Early mornings are generally sunny, while in the afternoons the peaks tend to become progressively cloudier. Temperatures are mild in spring and autumn (sometimes cool at night) and hot in summer.

Practical information

ACCESS TO THE POINT OF DEPARTURE

ACCOMMODATION BEFORE OR AFTER

Possibility of an extra night + breakfast in Ljubljana

INSURANCE

In accordance with regulations, we are covered by Professional Liability Insurance. Under no circumstances, we can replace your personal civil liability.
The repatriation insurance EUROP ASSISTANCE that we offer is dedicated to French speaking people living in Europe. If it is not your case, we advise you to subscribe to another travel insurance which will cover you in case of injury and repatriation during your trek.

If you chose to take out repatriation insurance with EUROP ASSISTANCE whom we propose, Altitude Mont Blanc will only serve as an intermediary between the client and the insurer. We cannot influence either party. We adhere to strict conditions of sale. You are responsible for compliance with the reporting procedures of any incident.

Before making any decision, contact EUROP ASSISTANCE.

Equipment & baggage

RECOMMENDED EQUIPMENT

For hiking :
- for maximum comfort, opt for a "multi-layer" clothing system: warm underwear (tights + jersey) such as "carline" or "capilene" (hollow fibres that wick away perspiration) + sweatshirt or fleece jacket + mountain jacket and overpants with a waterproof, breathable membrane (such as "gore tex" or equivalent) for bad weather. In general, and outside hot climates and countries, avoid cotton, which retains moisture close to the body (and dries with difficulty), in favour of suitable synthetic materials.
- canvas trousers
- shorts
- T-shirts
- 6 to 7 pairs of hiking socks
- 1 rain cape covering the hiker and the rucksack. If you have very technical tracksuits (see above), you can cover just the rucksack with a rain cover. An umbrella is less practical, especially if it's windy or stormy...
- 1 sun hat, ideally a Saharan-style cap with a peak and neck protection
- 1 scarf to protect you from the sun and/or wind
- 1 hat and 1 pair of gloves, depending on the season and altitude: always keep them at the bottom of your bag.

For the day :
- a change of clothes and comfortable shoes
- earplugs or ear plugs
- minimum toiletries + towel + swimming costume Overall, your clothing should be adapted to the season and the region you have chosen.

Miscellaneous equipment
For hiking :
- 1 pair of hiking boots (with a waterproof, breathable membrane, such as "gore tex" or equivalent) that you feel comfortable in! New shoes should be "broken in" before you set off on your hike, and worn a few weeks beforehand to avoid the inconvenience of blisters and overheating...
- 1 (or even 2) pairs of sunglasses with at least factor 3 lenses
- 1 large, sturdy plastic bag to wrap your clothes and belongings in your rucksack (in case of heavy rain)
- 1 water bottle, preferably insulated, minimum 1 litre. Drinking is essential when hiking, so 2 water bottles of 1 to 1.5 litres will not be a luxury in the summer and/or in dry, hot regions.
- 1 Swiss Army knife + cutlery + cup
- 1 Tupperware-type bowl with lid for picnics
- toilet paper and tissues
- 1 pair of telescopic poles (optional), but they are useful for balancing and lightening your body weight on the way down, and help you on the way up by providing rhythm and extra thrust.
- 1 compass (recommended)
- 1 pocket for your papers and valuables: passport or identity card, insurance policy, health insurance card, vaccination certificate, plane or train tickets, credit card, money, etc.
- 1 small personal first-aid kit (please note that this is not an exhaustive list and should be adapted to suit your own medical needs) : pre-cut sterile dressings, local antiseptic for external use (wounds), Elastoplast and/or double skin (blisters), Paracetamol-type analgesic, Antidiarrhoeal and intestinal antiseptic, Antisapsmodic, Antihistamine (allergies), saline solution or eye drops, light sleeping pill, high protection sun cream for skin and lips, Biaffin-type moisturiser (sunburn and burns), mosquito repellent cream or spray, Arnica Montana granules 9 CH (aches and pains).

For the day :
- 1 pair of lightweight sandals Luggage
- 1 ventilated, adjustable, 30-35 L rucksack with waist belt for the day's provisions, water bottle, protective clothing, camera, etc.
- 1 soft travel bag or suitcase for a change of clothes for the week.