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Alps Adriatic Adventure
Slovenia, Croatia, Italy
This spectacular motorcycle tour combines some of the best scenery
you can find in Slovenia with rugged Adriatic coastline and high
Italian Alpine passes. It's a great way to experience gentle coastal
riding, more challenging mountain twisties and everything in-between.
On 4 days riding is optional; relax in a hotel or scenic surrounding,
or go for a ride on your own or with the guide. It's your choice!
It's a tour in which you can swim in the nicest European sea,
sample some exquisite wines and tasty local food among rolling
hills of southeast Slovenia, explore castles and underground caves,
ride some of the highest passes in Europe and much, much more.
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13 Days
/ 11 Riding Days |
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SAT |
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SUN |
Ljubljana - Jeruzalem |
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MON |
Jeruzalem
- Novo Mesto |
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TUE |
Novo
Mesto - Losinj Island |
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WED |
Rest
day on Losinj Island |
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THU |
Losinj
Island - Brda |
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FRI |
Brda - Corvara (Dolomites) |
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SAT |
Rest day
in Dolomites |
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SUN |
Rest day
in Dolomites |
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MON |
Corvara
- Bovec |
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TUE |
Rest day
in Bovec |
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WED |
Bovec -
Ljubljana |
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THU |
Flight Home |
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Day
1 |
Arrive in Ljubljana , ride
to Kamniska Bistrica and meet for welcome
dinner. |
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Day
2 |
Riding
north of Ljubljana we'll find ourselves in the beautiful
valley of Kokra river, which leads us to
the first easy pass and into Austria, where we ride the
famous twists of "Route 69" with
a fantastic view of surrounding mountains. Back in Slovenia
we overnight in a friendly small hotel in Jeruzalem,
surrounded by vineyards. |
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Day
3 |
Our second
riding day takes us through numerous vineyards and
lush green forests of eastern Slovenia before arriving
to Otocec castle, which is one of Slovenia's loveliest and most complete fortresses. Today the castle, which dates from the 16th century, houses a five-star hotel. |
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Day
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5 |
Further
south, we'll spend another great day meandering through
the unpopulated, hilly region of Dolenjska and enjoy our
picnic lunch at the Kolpa River. Continuing
south towards Croatia we will reach Losinj Island
in the afternoon and spend two relaxing days on
the shores of the crystal-clear Adriatic coast. A boat trip
to the beautiful island of Susak is a great
option for the rest day. |
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Day
6 |
Next we
push off for Adriatic's largest peninsula, Istria,
which is blessed with a 270 miles of beautiful shoreline
and green rolling hills, lush valleys and fertile plains.
We'll head north through scenic interior and past fetching
medieval hill towns with unforgettable panoramic views. |
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Day
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10 |
From Brda,
one of the nicest wine regions in Slovenia, we ride in the
direction of Corvara in the Dolomites,
where we stay for 3 nights. The following days deliver the
roads you've come to the Alps for; Stilfser Joch/Passo
di Stelvio with 39 switchbacks on one side and
48 on the other and many other riding loops through Dolomites,
a region in the Italian Alps noted for its spectacular scenery.
Jagged rock formations that soar to the sky are framed by
twisting well-maintained roads that you can see for miles
while climbing the next pass. Also you can ride to Austria
and Switzerland or go for a day trip to Venice. |
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Day 11 12
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Another
two nights in Bovec, adventure capital of Slovenia,
and on to Vrsic pass and through Julian
Alps. On our way back to Ljubljana we visit Bohinj
and Bled, two of the most popular and scenic Alpine
resorts in the Slovenia. |
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Day
13 |
Stroll through the narrow
streets of Ljubljana, the capital of Slovenia,
before heading out to the airport. |
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| Alps Adriatic Adventure Route |
2008 Tour Dates |
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July 12 - 24
...or any time May - Oct for Self guided tour
Click for 2009 dates
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| Mileage |
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Mileage
- approx.
2.500 km (1.600 miles)
Daily rides:
160 - 370 km (100 - 230 miles)
The whole tour runs on asphalt. |
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2008
ALPS ADRIATIC ADVENTURE PRICES
per person in EURO
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Sharing
a double room and riding the motorcycle two up. |
Sharing
a double room and riding the motorcycle solo. |
Staying
in a single room and riding the motorcycle solo. |
| Honda CBF 600 S
Suzuki V-Strom 650 |
1.730 |
2.370 |
2.780 |
| BMW
F 650 GS
Yamaha
TDM 900
Honda CBF 1000 |
1.830 |
2.510 |
2.920 |
| BMW R 1200
GS
BMW R 1200 R
Honda VFR 800 |
2.030 |
2.830 |
3.240 |
| BMW R 1200 RT |
2.220 |
3.120 |
3.530 |
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Your
Own Motorcycle |
1.380 |
1.580 |
1.990 |
| Self-guided tour |
app 20%
discount applies for tour prices above, contact us |
| Group discounts available. Currency
Converter |
The 13 day Alps Adriatic Adventure includes:
- Late model motorcycle with lockable hard luggage and/or tank bags
plus a Third party liability insurance and Comprehensive vehicle insurance.
- Competent guide on a motorcycle.
- Support van for luggage and souvenir purchases.
- 12 nights accommodation in quality 3*** or 4**** hotels or on very nice
Bed & Breakfasts; each room with private facilities.
- 12 breakfasts and 4 dinners. Over breakfast your guide will cover
the day's tour route and suggest various riding options.
- Airport transfers on arrival and departure.
- Detailed route sheets and all maps for the region being toured.
- Extensive tour booklet.
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