Please note, this trip is ideal for start up or professional filmmakers and photographers as I always carry a camera and teach film as we travel in various locations.
ITINERARY
‘Day 1: Floating Through Venice’ (Cultural history, glass blowing, village island hopping)
We begin our day by meeting after breakfast at the Madonna dell'Orto church.
- 8:30 AM: Morning old streets walk (1 hr)
- 9:30 AM: Boat to Murano and Burano (day pass)
- 12:00 PM: Packed lunch
- 3:00 PM: Return boat to Venice
- 3:40 PM - 5:30 PM: Scenic train ride to Trieste Airport (1.2hrs)
- 6:00 PM - Drive to hotel ‘Isola della Cona Nature Reserve’
- 7:00 PM – Dinner and rest in a double or triplet share room
Day 2: Blending Cultures’ (Short treks to ancient ruins and waterfall, coastal sunset walk)
- 9:00 AM: Parco “Lupinc Škaljunk” Ruins short hike
- 12:00 PM: Packed lunch
- 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM: Slap Glinscice Waterfall
- 5:00 PM: Sunset walk on Napoleonica
- 7:00 PM: Dinner and 2nd night at hotel
‘Day 3: Natural Wonders of Slovenia’ (Caves, castles and Slavic cuisine)
- 8:30 AM: Drive to Škocjan Caves (1 hr)
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Visit caves (2 hrs)
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12:00 PM: Packed lunch
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1:00 PM: Drive to Predjama Castle (35 min)
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Visit Predjama Castle (2 hrs)
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4:00 PM: Drive to Youth Hostel Arsviva (50 min)
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6:00 PM: Hotel check in and dinner
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‘Day 4: Embracing the Outdoors’ (main hike, forests and mountain peaks)
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8:30 AM: Depart from Arsviva for Sviscaki Trek (25 km hike)
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4:30 PM: Drive to hotel Domacija Bubek
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7:00 PM: Dinner and rest
(Nb. Please note this trek is optional and those who do not wish to join can wander freely in the national park with its natural springs, forests and wild horses till it is time to depart at 3pm.
The Sviscaki trek is an immersive experience in Slovenia’s breathtaking natural landscapes, which we begin around 9.30am. It is a moderate to challenging trek of 25 km primarily due to its length and elevation changes that will take us through diverse terrains of lush forests to rocky outcrops till we reach the summit of the mountain.
Hikers should have a reasonable level of fitness, as the trail can include steep sections and uneven terrain. It's advisable to wear sturdy hiking boots and to bring plenty of water and snacks, and consider our lunch stop to be 30 minutes.
The trek begins through dense woodlands, where you’ll be surrounded by towering trees and the sounds of birds singing. As we ascend, the trail opens up to breathtaking viewpoints that overlook valleys, rolling hills, and distant mountains. These panoramic vistas are perfect for taking a moment to appreciate the beauty of Slovenia’s natural landscape.
The trail is home to a rich variety of plant species, including wildflowers, ferns, and unique alpine vegetation. Keep an eye out for local wildlife, such as deer, foxes, and various bird species that inhabit the area. And we might even come across small mountain streams and cascading waterfalls depending on the route we take, if not unique rock formations and geology.)
Drop off at either Trieste Airport or trainstation for Venice, to fly home!
Please message me directly if you are keen to know more about this very special trip!
