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Slovenia - Triglav - Venice
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Pick up the rental car and drive to Pokljuka, in the eastern Triglav National Park. Stay for two nights among the spruce trees in a traditional-style cottage.
Already in the itinerary - Freestyle Canoeing on Lake Bled. Snowy peaks and Bled Castle, perched on a rock, are reflected in the clear water. Row across to the island in a traditional boat. On the island (the only one in the country) stands a pretty 15th-17th century church, with some preserved Gothic sacristy and spectacular Baroque decor. Back in the boat, you'll find a basket full of local delicacies - cold meats, salad, bread, fruit, cakes and a bottle of wine - for a delicious picnic.
Optional - The wildlife of Triglav.
Drive to Bovec. Two-night stay in a contemporary chalet. Kanin's skiing and hiking area are two miles away. The studio is fully equipped with everything you need: comfortable bed, bathroom, kitchenette, dining area. The private sauna helps you recover after a day of long walks in the surroundings. There are numerous activities available at the hotel, from skiing to mountain biking, hiking, kayaking and rafting.
Included in the itinerary - Hiking in the Soca Valley. With a private guide, you can walk for a few hours on the trail up the valley, along the emerald course of the river, which starts in the Trenta Valley and becomes the Isonzo as it flows into the Adriatic. From a technical point of view and in terms of gradient, this is an easy hike. As you walk along, take in the contrasting features of a landscape that is tranquil and spectacular, with rapids, gorges and waterfalls. In Krsovec, take the suspension bridge over the white water. In Trenta, you can explore the church of Notre-Dame de Lorette, built in the 17th century for the steelworkers of the time, and take a tour of the Alpine botanical garden, founded by Albert Bois de Chesne in 1927 on the slopes of Mt. Kukla.
Optional - Rafting on the Soca.
Drive to Venice. Return the rental car. Three-night stay a stone's throw from Piazza San Marco. The hotel is housed in a small Renaissance palace. Some rooms are Venetian classics, with silks, and antique furniture, while others are more contemporary in design, with pale hues and sleek lines. All are very comfortable and well furnished. Breakfast is served in the dining room or, when the weather permits, on the terrace overlooking a canal. The small, lush courtyard is an ideal place to relax.
First, get to grips with the vaporetti (local waterbuses). Then, start at the Grand Canal, which is just a few steps from the hotel; the Piazza San Marco; the basilica and its mosaics; the Doges palace; a coffee and zaletti (local biscuits) at Florian; the Gallerie dell 'Accademia, with works by Carpaccio, Piero della Francesca, Bellini, etc., and the Bridge of Sighs. Afterwards, head to the fish market of the Rialto where you'll find eels, minnows, lobster, anchovies, and more; the Pinault collection of contemporary art at the Punta della Dogana (former customs house); and take a gondola tour. In the bacari (wine bars), sample sardines with onions, raisins and pine nuts; spaghetti al nero di seppia (in cuttlefish ink); polenta and cod fish brandade. Walk along the canals, rest in the little squares, stumble across courtyards, and enjoy getting lost. This is the right way to visit Venice, which is a discreet city despite its many wonders.
Optional - Private tour of Venice
Return flight.
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