Castles secrets of the old town Tolmin
Discover castles secrets and other attractions with guided walking tour around Tolmin and along Tolminka river
Join us to an unforgettable journey through Tolmin with a local guide. Explore old town, a medieval castle stories and events and the historic Coronini mansion. Enjoy the magical world of paper theatre performance about the old residence mistery. In the old town learn about the popular tradition - the art of felting. Take a scenic walk along the Tolminka and Soča rivers, and savour the rich flavours of local cheeses and local delicacies.
You will like a visit to a local craft shop where you will make your own souvenir. Discover history, culture and natural beauty of Tolmin with breathtaking views of the Julian Alps. Join us for an immersive adventure in the heart of the west Slovenian countryside!
5-8 people
min. age: 8
4 h
Walking
TOUR OVERVIEW
Highlights on the walking tour:
- museum stories with the model of the medieval castle
- getting to know Coronini mansion in town center
- paper theatre and the story of Dvor residence
- felting at a local craft shop
- walk along Tolminka and Soča rivers
- tasting of local cheeses and local delicacies.
WHEN
Tour requires 4 hours.
DURATION
You will need some time in front of the cave for preparation with guide. Tour in the cave requires 1,5 hours.
CHILDREN
Tour is appropriate for persons from 8 years on.
PRICE
Small group of min. 5 persons to max. 8 people.
- 5-6 persons group 78 Euro / person
- 7-8 persons group 68 Euro / person
- children from 8 to 14 years 40% discount.
INCLUDED IN THE PRICE
Included in the price:
- Guiding by a licensed local guide
- Starting at the Tolmin town centre and ending back in town
- Entrance ticket to the museum
- Material for making your souvenir at a local craft
- 1x non-alcohol local made drink
- Cheese Tolminc and other ceases tasting
- Local delicacie “Tolminski želodec! tasting
- Practical gift from Soča Valley
- Organization, service & support.
Price exclusions:
- Travel insurance
- Personal expenses
- Wlaking snacks not specified in the itinerary
- Drinks not specified in the itinerary
- Additional drink and food as stated above.
MANDATORY EQUIPMENT
- Water bottle
- Sport shoes
- Comfortable clothes
- Sun cover / Umbrella
LOCATION
The main location is the old town Tolmin its surroundings. The path is easy to walk. We will spend more time at four locations, one is for example near river side.
PARKING
Parking lot in town Tolmin.
USEFUL INFORMATION
Guiding language is English, Slovene or Croatian.
The trail is comfortable with wide paths, just for short it is a steep path (walking down). The path is in a shade of a forest just partly. Be prepared for sun exposure. We will have time to rest and seat on the way.
- Activity level: easy walking.
- Distance: 2,5 km in total.
- Duration: 4 hours.
- Altitude difference from starting point to the end is 30 m.
We recommend bringing water bottle. On the way is possibility to refill the bottle with a very good local water.
Along the way you will encounter various local products that can also be purchased - paying possibilities also with credit card.
During summer you may stay in the local beach. Consider having bathing clothes and towels with you.
LIMITATIONS
No special limitations except for disabled people – steep path occasionally.
MEETING LOCATION
In front of Tolmin museum. See the map.
Meeting time is 9:00 am.
BOOKING
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