Vintgar Gorge: Best Self-Guided Experience with Local Tasting

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About this activity

Skip the parking stress and explore the beauty of Vintgar Gorge with a delicious taste of Slovenia. Enjoy a hassle-free round-trip from Bled, your guaranteed entrance ticket, and finish with a delicious tasting of traditional "štruklji" and local craft beer at our cozy Natour Bar.

After a pickup from Lake Bled, head to the edge of Triglav National Park. Enjoy a walk through Vintgar Gorge at your own pace. Skip the line to enter with included tickets.

Follow the picturesque trail over wooden bridges and galleries, ending at a bridge overlooking the mighty 13-meter high Šum Waterfall. Take a short hike down the stairs to fully admire the waterfall.

Your next destination is Natour Bar, set in the picturesque environment of a traditional open barn. Enhance your nature tour with a unique culinary experience, tasting the rich flavors of the traditional "Štruklji" dumplings, and refreshing yourself with a local craft beer or apple juice.

Afterward, get transferred back to Lake Bled.

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At a glance

Duration: 2–3 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 12 people
People per booking: 1–12
Operated by: Natour Bled agency

Ages: Infants (0–2 years) · Children (3–12 years) · Adults (13–120 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Entrance fees: Guaranteed Entry: Tickets to Vintgar Gorge are included
Included: In-vehicle air conditioning: Door-to-Door Comfort: Stress-free shuttle from Bled directly to the gorge entrance and back.
Included: Small Groups: Personal approach and local tips from your driver/host.
Included: Meals: Authentic Flavors: Taste our famous handmade "Štruklji" (traditional dough rolls).
Included: Alcoholic beverages: Local Craft Beer tasting: the best Slovenian breweries at our Natour Bar.
Included: Carbonated beverages: Non alcoholic option: Homemade 100% apple juice

Not included

Not included: Additional Drinks or Food: Anything ordered beyond the tasting package at Natour Bar.
Not included: Full Beer Tasting for extra 6 Euro (4 units)
Not included: Gratuities: Tips for the driver or bar staff (optional but appreciated).
Not included: Personal Travel Insurance: Recommended for outdoor activities.
Not included: Guided Tour inside the Gorge: The hike through Vintgar is self-guided (clearly marked path).

Itinerary

Vintgar Gorge

one hour Admission included

Vintgar Gorge is one of the most magical places to visit in Slovenia. It’s gorgeous, easy to walk, easy to get to and fun for the entire family.The 1.6km long Vintgar gorge carves its way through the vertical rocks of the Hom and Boršt hills and is graced by the Radovna river with its waterfalls, pools and rapids. The picturesque trail leads you over wooden bridges and galleries, and ends with a bridge overlooking the mighty 13m high Šum waterfall.
Stop 2

30 min Admission included

At the end of the Gorge you can stop at the waterfall Šum and enjoy the refreshing temperatures and view.
Vintgar Gorge

40 min Admission included

The tour concludes with a stop at Natour Bar. Here, you will taste delicous štruklji, a traditional Slovenian dish made of rolled dough filled with various ingredients, and taste authentic Slovenian craft beer to complete sightseeing with top culinary experience.
Lake Bled

20 min Admission included

The tour ends with a relaxing drive back to Lake Bled.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

Meeting point: In front of Cafe "Kavarna Midva" (Grajska cesta 10, Bled).

It is located opposite the main bus station and just a short walk up the street.

End point

Meeting point: In front of Cafe "Kavarna Midva" (Grajska cesta 10, Bled).

It is located opposite the main bus station and just a short walk up the street.