Day trip

From Zagreb: Ljubljana with Funicular and Lake Bled

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Day trip
From Zagreb: Ljubljana with Funicular and Lake Bled
Top rated
4.872093 out of 5 stars
4.9
4.872093 out of 5 stars
344 reviews

Visit Ljubljana and take a funicular ride to Ljubljana Castle. Enjoy a guided tour of the Slovenian capital and learn about its history. Discover glacier-fed Lake Bled and admire its medieval castle.

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Duration 11 hours
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Live tour guide
English
Small group available

Highlighted reviews from other travelers

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Anusuya – Denmark

It was a great one. Very happy with the guide Renalto (sorry if I misspelled it. and not Italian though).

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Sheetal – India

everything was well organised, the guide was informative.

Itinerary

  • Timeline stop icon

    Starting/pickup location

    Depends on the selected option

  • Van

    (105 minutes)

  • Timeline stop icon

    Ljubljana

    Visit, Guided tour, Free time, Sightseeing, Walk, Scenic views on the way (3 hours)

  • Cable car

    (2 minutes)

  • Ljubljana Castle

    Photo stop, Free time, Scenic views on the way (45 minutes)

  • Van

    (45 minutes)

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    Bled

    Photo stop, Visit, Guided tour, Free time, Sightseeing, Scenic drive, Scenic views on the way (3 hours)

    Bled Castle

    Break time, Photo stop, Visit (45 minutes)

    Optional, Extra fee

    Lake Bled

    Boat cruise (1.5 hours)

    Optional, Extra fee

    Lake Bled

    Dessert, Free time, Swimming (1 hour)

    Optional, Extra fee

  • Van

    (2 hours)

  • 14 drop-off locations:

    Livris Hotel, Hotel Academia Zagreb, Sheraton Zagreb Hotel, Hilton Garden Inn Zagreb - Radnicka, Zonar Zagreb, Best Western Premier Hotel Astoria, Zrinjevac 2, Hotel Central, Trg Antuna, Ivana i Vladimira Mažuranića 14, The Westin Zagreb, Hotel Laguna, Canopy by Hilton Zagreb City Centre, Esplanade Zagreb Hotel, DoubleTree by Hilton Zagreb

Main stop
Other stop

For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.

Highlights

  • Discover the beauty of Lake Bled and its impressive medieval castle
  • See the top sights of Ljubljana on a walking tour
  • Take a short funicular ride up to Ljubljana Castle

Full description

Discover the highlights of neighboring Slovenia on a day tour from Zagreb. Explore the Slovenian capital Ljubljana, followed by a visit to the scenic Lake Bled.
Relax in an air-conditioned vehicle for the scenic drive to Ljubljana.
On a guided walking tour, admire the variety of Ljubljana's architectural styles, rich history, and a bridge with dragons. Take the funicular to the castle, from where you can soak up the beautiful panorama of the Slovenian capital. Discover the highlights of the city and some hidden gems.

Then, make the short journey to the town of Bled, situated on the beautiful shores of the lake. Admire the sight of the impressive medieval castle that dates back to the 11th century which is perched atop a steep cliff rising 130 meters above the glacial lake.
Take in the mesmerizing views of the Julian Alps, the Church of the Assumption of Mary on the rocky islet, and the surrounding natural beauty. Get up close to the lake and enjoy a walk to take in even more breathtaking vistas.
You can choose to take a ride on a traditional Pletna boat, try the famous cream cake, or enjoy a swim before returning to Zagreb.

Includes

  • Guide
  • Pickup and drop-off from selected hotels (small group option only)
  • Transportation by air-conditioned vehicle
  • Guided walking tour of Ljubljana
  • Ljubljana Castle Funicular Ride
  • Food and drinks
  • Pletna boat ride (€‎18)
  • Bled Castle (€‎18)

Not suitable for

  • People with mobility impairments

Select participants and date

Meeting point

Meet at the bus station opposite of Ethnographic Museum Zagreb

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Important information

What to bring

  • Passport

Know before you go

  • A moderate amount of walking with some steep parts is involved
  • Due to uneven surfaces, this tour is not recommended for those with walking disabilities
  • This tour is not wheelchair accessible
  • Pletna boats are not operating in case of strong wind or extremely bad weather

Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.9 /5

based on 344 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    4.8/5
  • Transportation
    4.9/5
  • Value for money
    4.7/5

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Anusuya – DenmarkApril 19, 2025 – Verified booking
It was a great one. Very happy with the guide Renalto (sorry if I misspelled it. and not Italian though).
S
Sheetal – IndiaApril 17, 2025 – Verified booking
everything was well organised, the guide was informative.
J
Judy – United StatesApril 14, 2025 – Verified booking
Our guide was excellent- so knowledgeable, and considerate of everyone’s needs. Great balance of guided and free time. We learned so much and enjoyed beautiful Slovenia!

Product ID: 70385

Activity provider:Petros

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