Pluck the pearl perching on the sunny side of the Alps
Get your camera-on experience of this green piece of Europe. Wild and beautiful, Slovenia’s vivid alpine landscapes, plentiful mountains and natural beauty just lie silently in the open, waiting for you to come and make its sights yours forever and ever.
A true treasure trove of natural beauty, this gem does have it all. Roaring Julian Alps, vast caves, picture-perfect lakes, breath-taking waterfalls, deep wild gorges and canyons full of emerald-green brooks and fast-running rivers.
Not to mention the churches planted on the hilltops as if the architects meant to put them there for you to photograph. And yet, this country still manages to remain a little off the radar. So get your gear together and come enjoy its slower pace of life and take memorable pics that will last you a lifetime.
Tour Itinerary
Locations carved by Slovenia
Day 1
Lake Bled
Ljubljana Airport meet. And then around 1 PM we’ll make our way from the capital to the famous Lake Bled. Once unpacked and rested, we’ll go over the tour plans and get to know each other a little.
In the evening we’ll take a walk around the lake (not the whole lake, though :-) ) so we could breathe in the fresh air and take in the iconic beauty of the steepled church on the tiny island set against the mountains in the backdrop during the blue hour.
Day 2
Jamnik Church
Rise and photograph! The break of day will take us to our sunrise location, throwing our way some dramatic views of one of Slovenia’s most photographed sites. And rightly so - sitting atop a bare green hill surrounded by forested hillsides, the church commands a breathtaking panoramic view of the mountains in the background with patches of light scrambling through the leaves of trees around.
Day 2
Peričnik Waterfall
For our day field trip, we’ll venture inside the Triglav National Park. Ranking among one of the highest in the country, this beauty’s falling mass of water cuts some 52 meters deep below. And the fact that you can walk behind it makes it a must on our itinerary. If the weather is cloudy, it might as well happen we might wait the evening out by the waterfall. Otherwise we’ll head towards Bohinj.
Day 2
Lake Bohinj
If you think Bled is spectacular, then you will stand corrected once we land by the blue-green waters of Lake Bohinj to chase the sunset for the day. The evening reflections on its crystal-clear water will literally knock your socks off.
Day 3
Lake Bled
Back to the scene of crime in Bled. This time, however, ours will be the sunrise views from a stunning vantage point overlooking the lake. And the climb will totally pay off, cause the ways the lake awakens are a pure picture perfection that will keep us busy the whole morning.
Day 3
Kozjak Waterfall and Tolminka River Gorge
We’ll spend the better part of the day exploring the treasures of Triglav National Park some more. And this time, it will be the Tolmin deep valleys and gorges, carved into limestone by River Tolminka, with the Kozjak Waterfall in hiding. Just wait till you see its waters gushing over a rocky ledge into the emerald pool of the creek below - pure nature’s amphitheater.
Day 3
Lake Bohinj
A rich full day almost at its end, we’ll wrap up above Lake Bohinj. Requiring only a short hike, you’ll be rewarded with a tranquil sunset over the lake.
Day 4
St. Thomas Church
This time, our sunrise chase will be all about this church, beautifully tucked into the foothills of the Alps. And if we’re lucky with fog crawling through the valley, you will be treated to a breathtaking view of the church as if floating on a sea of misty waves.
Day 4
Mostnica Gorge
How about some creative and alluring forces of nature for lunch as something extra on your plate? Then we can totally dine on a serving of the breathtaking views of the turquoise waters bubbling at the bottom of this idyllic gorge.
Day 4
Kranjska Gora
Nudging both the Austrian and Italian borders, this spot overflowing with charming local architecture in the foreground and the magnificent massif of Triglav standing guard in the back will be your sunset good-bye with the day.
Day 5
Lake Bled
Bidding Slovenia adieu, our farewells will take off with snaps of the unforgettable sunrise atmosphere hovering over Lake Bled. We’ll be sending you home with snaps of the postcard-picture church just clicking with the lake’s quiet waters, as the sun is slowly crawling over the mountains in the backdrop.
Right after breakfast we will set off to Ljubljana, with the latest arrival expected at 2 PM.
Tour Details
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4 nights
up to 7 attendees
intermediate photographers
moderate hiking involved
Included in the price
- Professional photography instructor
who will make you familiar with the area, show you the best photo locations of Slovenia and guide you through the subtleties of landscape photography (choosing the right gear, scene selection, composition, post production). - 4 nights of accommodation
- Transport
airport pick-up / drop-off in Ljubljana (Slovenia) - Meals
breakfast, dinner - In-field water and snacks
much appreciated, while shooting :-)
Excluded from the price
- Flight tickets
or any other form of transportation to and from Ljubljana (Slovenia) - Travel insurance
please note that travel insurance is compulsory - Alcoholic and dinner beverages
whatever suits you, you carry the can - Additional snacks & meals
not knowing what you might be into, we leave this up to you - Any visa fees
when applicable
Recommended Gear
We want you to make the best of the tour, so we advise that you bring the following:
- Digital camera
meaning DSLR - Good tripod
and a remote shutter release to send you home with tack sharp pictures - Lens filters
neutral density and polarizer filters (if you have any) - Wide angle lenses
always a good choice with landscape photos in mind - Telephoto lens
might come in handy when capturing churches from a longer distance, as well as for natural details
- Headlamp
- Warm and waterproof gear
don’t forget to pack up some, as it can get pretty cold and damp
Accommodation
In order to stay close to our shooting sites, we’ll make our base camp from Bohinj Eco Hotel located at the edge of Triglav National Park, only a stone’s throw from Lake Bohinj and Lake Bled. A perfect place to rest, this award-winning eco hotel offers fine amenities, including air-conditioning, flat-screen TV, hypoallergenic carpets and panoramic views of the Julian Alps. Needless to say, the kitchen serves scrumptious local and international cuisine made with ingredients of local origin. And the complimentary WiFi access goes without saying…
Thomas Rosenthal, System Engineer, Germany“The days with Vojta have been really fun and participating in his knowledge and experience definitely made me a better photographer.”