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Scenic train, Emerald River, Triglav National Park & Soča valley

4.654 reviewsVrsic Pass

  • 12 hours
  • Free cancellation up to 24h before
  • Guided in English
  • Instant confirmation

Highlights

Experience the Emerald River Tour, a full‑day alpine adventure made unique by a scenic train ride through the Julian Alps. This unforgettable railway journey takes you across valleys, bridges and mountain tunnels only visible from the historic Bohinj line. Along the way, we visit stunning lakes like Jasna and Bohinj, impressive waterfalls such as Kozjak and Boka, and the world‑famous Soča River with its unreal emerald colour. Travel in a small group by minivan with a guide, stopping for short hikes to viewpoints and hidden gems. For extra excitement, upgrade your day with rafting, ziplining or skydiving, while others explore a beautiful nearby waterfall. This tour blends nature, culture and adventure into one seamless alpine experience.

Inclusions

What's included

  • Pick up and drop off from accommodations in Bled
  • Free Photos
  • Triglav National Park Fees
  • Professional Guide
  • Car train ride
  • Transport by air-conditioned minivan

What's not

  • Lunch
  • Personal expanses
  • Activities (Zipline or Skydiving)
  • Transfer from Ljubljana

Itinerary

  1. Emerald River Tour begins at 7:15 a.m.

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  2. Just before Vršič pass in Kranjska Gora lies Jasna lake. There are walking paths around the lake, which has very clear, green and very cold water. At the lake shore stands a statue of the legendary Zlatorog (mountain goat), a perfect photo opportunity for your album.

    30 min

  3. Vršič is the highest mountain pass in eastern Julian Alps. The road over the pass was built by Russian prisoners of war during the WWI. Today there is a Russian Chapel built in memory of those prisoners of war and all casualties of WWI. The Chapel is a reminder of the nonsense of world wars.

    1.5 h

  4. The source of Soča river after which Emerald River Tour got its name is one of the most beautiful karst sources in our mountains. To see the source of Soča river we will take a 15 minute walk from the Cottage at the source of Soča river. The trail is maintained and partly secured with pitons and steel cables.

    1 h

  5. Boka is a karst water source, a waterfall and a swift mountain stream, a tributary of Soča river. Boka waterfall is 106 meter high and 18 meters wide and is the most magnificent waterfall in Slovenija and in Europe. If you add the 33 meter high cascade under it, this is probably the highest waterfall in Slovenia (139 meters).

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  6. On this trip you can decide to do some optional activities. Choose between Zipline in Bovec (the biggest Zipline park in this part of Europe) or if you dare jump from 4000m go for Skydiving. You can also decide to do nothing and spend that time visiting one extra waterfall nearby with our guide.

    2 hAdmission included

  7. Napoleon’s Bridge is a graduated stone bridge over the narrow canyon of Nadiža river, built around 1812 and is a testimony to importance of this transit area from the Roman times onward. The ancient trail from Pradola and Robidišče towards Nadiža runs over the bridge. Kozjak waterfall is one of the most beautiful waterfalls in Triglav National Park. The waterfall carved a dark chamber but the ceiling has caved in and the chamber is now a pool of blue-green water.

    1.5 h

  8. Stands at confluence of rivers Soča and Idrijca. When they built the dam on Soča river for the hydro power plant, a reservoir formed here. The beautiful pristine nature, clear lake water and numerous water fowl are incentive enough to visit the Most na Soči lake. Auto Train The famed railway track built in 1906 connects Most na Soči and Bohinjska Bistrica. With its quaintness, viaducts and the longest railway tunnel in Slovenia (6327 meters) it will enchant everybody.

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  9. Bohinj Lake with its 3,19 km2 is the largest permanent natural lake in Slovenia. It lies in Julian Alps at 526 meters above sea level between Pršivec to the North and Vogel to the South. This is one of the most beautiful lakes in Triglav National Park and also the last guided stop on Emerald River Tour.

    1 h

  10. Emerald River Tour finishes in Bled at 7 – 8 p.m.

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Cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.

Reviews

4.6

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Ratings come from 54 reviews collected by our booking partner. They are travellers' own words, in the order they were written — never reordered to flatter the experience.

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  • 1Last minute cancellation

    DO NOT USE THIS COMPANY. We booked this tour two weeks in advance for a Monday tour (the only day we had available) only to have them cancel at 16:00 on the Sunday. This left us no time at all to rearrange another trip, nor did they offer any alternative.

    355RobertHvia Tripadvisor

  • 4The inclusions were good...

    The inclusions were good but I suppose you should try to prebook the train tickets as the vehicle couldn’t get on the train. Secondly the guide wasn’t really explaining anything in detail as he mainly spoke in the car which we couldn’t hear. He was mainly a driver than a guide.

    Harshavardhan_Ovia Viator

  • 5Wonderful tour

    The tour far exceeded our expectations! Our guide was very friendly and knowledgeable and shared his insights with us throughout the day. We really liked the variety of experiences and the small size of our group.

    A6652VZnancycvia Tripadvisor

  • 5Amazing Tour

    We had an incredible time on our tour! The alps were incredible and our guides were amazing. We saw three waterfalls, drove up to a scenic overlook, and saw multiple lakes/rivers in the national park. We also got to learn more about the history of Slovenia and do the zip line experience. The guides were very knowledgeable and helped make the trip very enjoyable! I would highly recommend this tour.

    Meganlow14via Tripadvisor

  • 5Wonderful day trip with Jess

    First time coming to Slovenia and I booked this day trip. The day itinerary was so packed and a many things to see. Few places you have to hike and must wear hiking shoes, some trials were moderate level. Our tour guide, Jess, was so wonderful, friendly and patient. We had a private tour as it was just us-love it. Jess showed us a secret place which we found very interesting and good find. Overall our experience of this day trip was tiring yet unforgettable and we love it so much.

    Evayin_Gvia Viator

  • 5Awesome trip led by Jesse

    Legendary and fun trip led by Jesse who is an absolute legend in every sense. The trip itself was good, you see alot of highlights you wouldn't see on your own unless you hire a car and with a cool guide who makes it interesting and fun. Jesse went above and beyond with this aspect and not only did he lead th tour and keep the fun vibe going, he chilled with us in the breaks time aswell. Great trip, great guide.

    davidgjcvia Tripadvisor

Know before you go

Meeting point
Our office is situated on the main Bus Station in Bled
Pickup
Everyone meets at the starting point; there is no pickup.
Ticket type
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group size
Up to 8 travellers
Operated by
Mamut Slovenia
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

How it compares in Bled

  • Its from-price is 41% below the median of the 39 day trips we list in Bled.
  • It is longer than most of them.
  • By number of reviews it ranks 5 of 39.
  • The operator lists free cancellation on it.

About Bled

Bled, in the Julian Alps of Slovenia, is a lakeside resort with a clifftop castle and a small island church reached by wooden boat.

Lake Bled is a glacial lake set among forested hills, with the peaks of the Julian Alps and the long ridge of the Karawanks behind. On a rock above the north shore, Bled Castle, first recorded in the early eleventh century, is among the oldest in Slovenia. In the middle of the lake, a small island carries the Church of the Assumption, reached by a flight of 99 steps from the landing.

Top-ranked sights in Bled: Lake Bled, Bled Castle (Blejski Grad), Bled Island (Blejski Otok).

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