Hiking to the heart of the Triglav National Park in Julian Alps

Guided hiking tour to the village with 700-year cheese-making tradition and eco farms

Hiking to the mountain village above famous Tolmin Gorges is a one day experience. This visit to the remote village in Soča Valley offers a unique and serene hiking opportunity. The village has 700-year-old tradition of cheese-making, with the famous Tolminc cheese being a local specialty. Would you like to taste it? Join us at a full day trip with our local guide, where you will have opportunity to meet also other local people. Did you know that the road to this village is so daunting that even some locals avoid driving there?

Hiking to the mountain village offers you oportunity to explore also the secrets of the beautiful river Tolminka Valley with views you'll remember forever. You will like pasture mountains, and the idyllic setting surrounded by the peaks of the Julian Alps in of Slovenia’s only national park. You will hear historical stories, some of them unique in Slovenia. Some things will remain secret until you go with us. Your journey begins with a walk across the famous Tolmin Gorges and end with a nice lunch at an organic farm, where you'll savour locally produced food and learn about sustainable farming practices by the warm, welcoming inhabitants.

Several notable figures already have visited the village. Among them were the American delegation, including the CIA director, drawn by interest in organic farming, and years ago, the King and Queen of Sweden, Carl XVI Gustaf and Silvia, who visited at the invitation of Triglav National Park.

5-8 people

min. age: 15

7-8 h

Hiking

REZERVACIJA

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PREGLED TURE

This hiking to the mountain village is a captivating hiking tour to the remote village of Čadrg, guided by a licensed local expert deeply familiar with the region and its history. Your adventure begins with a crossing of the stunning Tolmin Gorge, followed by a 6 km hike to the village and an additional 2 km exploring its famous spots.
As you trek through this picturesque landscape, you'll learn about the unique ecosystem of Triglav National Park in Julian Alps and the village's rich, centuries-old cheese-making tradition.
At a local eco farm, you'll have the opportunity to taste the renowned Tolminc cheese and enjoy a meal prepared entirely from local ingredients. You will have the opportunity to discover the principles of organic farming and taste delicious food.
Along the way, enjoy breathtaking views of the Tolminka Valley from above, uncover fascinating historical insights, and meet the welcoming people of Čadrg. This tour offers not just a hike, but an immersive experience into the heart of Slovenian culture and nature.
Learn about nature conservation elements of protecting the natural world.
Learn about historic trails due to archaeological discoveries in the village.
Learn how the First World War affected the valley and its surroundings. Among other things, you will learn about the famous local attraction Javorca church visible below the valley.
Obisk z nami vedno vsebuje prijeten element presenečenja, tj. posebne trenutke, ki jih boste pomnili za vedno. To so izkušnje v manjših skupinah ali družinski ogledi, ki bodo trajali mnoge leta, če ne celo generacije.

KDAJ

This is a boutique experience that we do a few times a year. Starting time is 9.00 AM.

Please check calendar, select your desired date and time slot for your hiking activity in Booking section below.

TRAJANJE

This is a day tour. Tour requires 7 - 8 hours.

OTROCI

Children from the age of 15 are welcome.

CENA

Price for one day hiking to the mountain village:

7-8 persons group 119 eur / person
5-6 persons group 139 eur / person.

Price adjustment: In case of shorter visit and a road trip to the village the price is lower. You need to write us for arrangement to info@dolinasoce.si

V CENO JE VKLJUČENO

Guided by a licensed local guide, especially familiar with the village and Triglav national park.
Starting at the entrance to Tolmin Gorge and ending at the entrance to Tolmin Gorge.
1x non-alcohol local made drink on the way to the village. First stop.
Lunch with local food (tree course menu) on eco farm in the village.
Tasting Cheese Tolminc and homemade cured meat delicacies.
1x non-alcohol local made drink at the village.
Transfer back to the valley to the parking lot.
Practical gift from Soča Valley.
Organization and all-day service & support.

Izključeno iz cene:
- Travel insurance.
- Personal expenses.
- Hiking snacks and meals not specified in the itinerary
- Drinks not specified in the itinerary
- Additional drink and food as stated above.

OBVEZNA OPREMA

Steklenica vode
Dobro obutev s profilom (planinski čevlji)
Walking sticks
Hiking clothes
Sun cover

LOKACIJA

The main location is the village of Čadrg and its surroundings. The path to the village is very special and crosses the Tolminska korita. We will spend more time at one of the ecological farms in the village.

PARKIRANJE

Parking lot for Tolminska korita P2. See the map.

UPORABNE INFORMACIJE

Jezik vodenja je angleščina, slovenščina ali hrvaščina.

The trail varies from comfortable, even & wide paths to rocky and (occasionally) steep trail. The trail is partly in the shade of a forest. However, be prepared for sun exposure too.

• Activity level: not easy, moderate walking. At the beginning short, but steep demanding walking.
• Distance: 7 km + 2 km in one direction
• Duration: 7 - 8 hours.
• Altitude difference from starting point to the village is 500 m.

We recommend bringing some of your preferred hiking snacks with you for the beginning of the hike.
At the farm you can buy Tolminc cheese and other local products such as honey and non-alcohol and alcohol local drinks to take with you - paying possibilities also with credit card.

Cancelation policy:
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