Bled Castle is more than a thousand years old and one of the most spectacular castles in Slovenia, perched high above the calm waters of Lake Bled. You will be able to admire the view of Lake Bled from various vantage points of the castle. Pssst... we will show you some of the best viewpoints from where you can enjoy a magnificent view of Lake Bled and the island of Bled and take beautiful photos. During your trip to Lake Bled, treat yourself to a ride on a traditional pletna boat to Bled Island, one of the top attractions in Slovenia. Pletna boats are unique on Lake Bled and are steered by a single oarsman with two long oars. After the boat ride, you will have some time to explore the small island and enjoy the breathtaking views of the surrounding area. Optionally, you can visit the Church of the Assumption of the Virgin Mary and even ring the wishing bell that has been ringing over Lake Bled since 1534. You can also take a short walk along the shore of Lake Bled and watch the majestic swans and playful ducks swimming on the lake. Or you can relax and take a break in one of the cafes - where you should definitely try kremšnita, the traditional Bled cream cake.
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Pat_H, 10/13/2025 1:50:44 PM
It was well paced. Just enough time to enjoy the church and castle and a stroll around part of the lake.
Kathy_P, 9/25/2025 3:34:31 PM
Amazing scenery, lovely boat ride, beautiful view from Bled Islland, delicious Bled Cream Cake (Blejska kremšnita) and beautiful walk around lake. Must see
Susan_H, 8/25/2025 12:11:47 PM
Very personal, Also flexible. Very informative. I was extremely happy with how this tour is managed. I recommend it highly
16mariannah, 6/6/2025 4:49:32 AM
We did the half day trip to Lake Bled with Tomas and it was fab! Very knowledgeable and passionate tour guide. Plenty of interesting info, put us on a rowing boat to the island with an olympian rower who was a legend too, Jozo. Castle walk and views after with cake you could climb was delicious too. If you're looking for a quality half day trip due to being a bit time poor, this is it! We boarded bus at 2:15pm and back before 7pm for a dinner by the river. Didn't feel rushed at all, although if you want to spend more time in the location, go full day. Half day was perfect for us. Thank you Tomas!
carpediem2019, 5/20/2025 4:37:08 PM
My tour with Gordana on Saturday, May 17 was fantastic!! I learned so much about Slovenian history! During the drive to Lake Bled, Gordana gave us essential facts on the history of Slovenia with very interesting facts on Slovenian politics during the Cold War years. We visited Lake Bled and then Bled Castle. I was really impressed with the beauty of the landscape, the friendliness of Slovenian people and the rich cultural history. I think I may have fallen in love with the country. Thank you Gordana, I can't wait to go back to Slovenia!!
geoffa480, 1/4/2025 5:35:28 PM
We did this tour on the 6th Dec24 and it was absolutley fantastic ! It's a must do tour if your visiting Ljubljana. Our tour guide (sorry forgot his name) was great. He was very friendly and knowledgeable about Slovenian and European history. We enjoyed his company during the tour. He ensured we were dropped off and picked up on time at the tour locations and we never felt liked we were rushed. He also stopped at a couple of spots which were not on the schedule which we greatly appreciated. Thank you , Slovenia Explorer for an experience we will never forget
Carole_L, 9/19/2024 3:57:00 AM
lake bled is beautiful, but the weather was awful which put a dampner on the experience. ingrid our driver/guide was very good and knowledgeable but overall I thought it was expensive when basically we only got driven around everything else was to pay for, it also was a little rushed (probably due to the weather) we left at 2.20 and returned at 5.45.
MelissaJohn_G, 9/9/2024 1:32:43 PM
A great tour and a must from Ljubljana. Was sent message the day before for details of tour including needing 18 euros per person if you wanted to do the boat trip to Bled Island. Other extras could be paid by card if you wanted.
Irene_M, 8/25/2024 4:23:53 PM
Pick up and drop off were easy. Great tour guide. Took us to boat ride to island - no wait for boat. Beautiful tour… would recomend!
Paul_R, 5/25/2024 12:03:01 AM
Guide was honest about what might happen -- there was so much rain that he feared the boat ride might be canceled -- as well as what could be skipped: "If you've seen one castle, you've seen them all." He was punctual, friendly, engaging, and (most important) a safe driver. Near constant rain & clouds put a damper on the afternoon, but we could see why this place is over-run with visitors, even in May.
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- A minimum number of participants applies. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet the requirements. In this case, we will offer you an alternative or a full refund.
- Guests are recommended to wear comfortable shoes and clothes.
- Infants are not allowed to sit on laps (we can provide child seats upon request).
- No public transportation nearby
- Not suitable for wheelchairs and strollers.
- Please keep in mind that there are some stairs to climb on Bled Island, Bled Castle, but you would do that at a fairly slow pace.
- Small group tour - up to 8 people per van.
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Bled Castle is more than a thousand years old and one of the most spectacular castles in Slovenia, perched high above the calm waters of Lake Bled. You will be able to admire the view of Lake Bled from various vantage points of the castle. Pssst... we will show you some of the best viewpoints from where you can enjoy a magnificent view of Lake Bled and the island of Bled and take beautiful photos. During your trip to Lake Bled, treat yourself to a ride on a traditional pletna boat to Bled Island, one of the top attractions in Slovenia. Pletna boats are unique on Lake Bled and are steered by a single oarsman with two long oars. After the boat ride, you will have some time to explore the small island and enjoy the breathtaking views of the surrounding area. Optionally, you can visit the Church of the Assumption of the Virgin Mary and even ring the wishing bell that has been ringing over Lake Bled since 1534. You can also take a short walk along the shore of Lake Bled and watch the majestic swans and playful ducks swimming on the lake. Or you can relax and take a break in one of the cafes - where you should definitely try kremšnita, the traditional Bled cream cake.Redemption
Your tickets for all attractions on this trip are reserved and will be available for you at the ticket counter. There is no need to purchase them in advance. You can conveniently pay with either a card or cash. Flexibility: All planned activities and attraction tickets for this day trip are optional. You can also consult with your tour guide to discuss alternative options or choose to spend your time freely enjoying your own activities. What to bring: * Comfortable walking shoes and clothing: These are crucial for exploring cities, nature, and historical sites. * Light jacket, windbreaker, or umbrella: Slovenian weather can change quickly, even in summer. * Refillable water bottle: Slovenia is known for its clean, drinkable tap water.24 hours before travel date - 100% refund
Less than 24 hours before travel date - 0% refund