Ljubljana: Lake Bled Experience small group half-day tour

Overview

Available languages

English

4 hours 30 minutes

Mobile ticket

Bled Castle is more than a thousand years old and one of the most spectacular castles in Slovenia, perched high above the calm waters of Lake Bled. You will be able to admire the view of Lake Bled from various vantage points of the castle.

Pssst... we will show you some of the best viewpoints from where you can enjoy a magnificent view of Lake Bled and the island of Bled and take beautiful photos.

During your trip to Lake Bled, treat yourself to a ride on a traditional pletna boat to Bled Island, one of the top attractions in Slovenia. Pletna boats are unique on Lake Bled and are steered by a single oarsman with two long oars. After the boat ride, you will have some time to explore the small island and enjoy the breathtaking views of the surrounding area. Optionally, you can visit the Church of the Assumption of the Virgin Mary and even ring the wishing bell that has been ringing over Lake Bled since 1534.

You can also take a short walk along the shore of Lake Bled and watch the majestic swans and playful ducks swimming on the lake. Or you can relax and take a break in one of the cafes - where you should definitely try kremšnita, the traditional Bled cream cake.

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Public transportation options are available nearby

Specialized infant seats are available

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

A minimum number of participants applies. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet the requirements. In this case, we will offer you an alternative or a full refund.

Guests are recommended to wear comfortable shoes and clothes.

Infants are not allowed to sit on laps (we can provide child seats upon request).

No public transportation nearby

Not suitable for wheelchairs and strollers.

Please keep in mind that there are some stairs to climb on Bled Island, Bled Castle, but you would do that at a fairly slow pace.

Small group tour - up to 8 people per van.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Central Ljubljana meeting point

Comfortable transport by air-conditioned minivan

Professional English-speaking guide

Pletna boat ride to Bled island

Bled Castle

Bled island church

What To Expect

Bled Island

A trip to Bled must be a part of any visit to Slovenia. On our tour to Lake Bled we treat you with a traditional pletna boat ride to Bled island, a top attraction in Slovenia. Pletna boats are unique to Lake Bled and operated by a single rower with two long oars.

1 hour • Admission Not Included

Bled Castle (Blejski Grad)

Our tour to Lake Bled takes you up to Bled castle, perched on a sheer cliff high above Lake Bled. Visit the Bled castle museum, which gives you an insight into the history of the entire area, and admire the views of Lake Bled from several viewpoints at the castle.

1 hour • Admission Not Included

Options

Small group tour - max 8 people in the van

Reviews

4.75

216 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

171

It was well paced. Just...
Pat H,
Oct 13, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
It was well paced. Just enough time to enjoy the church and castle and a stroll around part of the lake.
Amazing Lake Bled
Kathy P,
Sep 25, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Amazing scenery, lovely boat ride, beautiful view from Bled Islland, delicious Bled Cream Cake (Blejska kremšnita) and beautiful walk around lake. Must see
Unique small tour
Susan H,
Aug 25, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Very personal, Also flexible. Very informative. I was extremely happy with how this tour is managed. I recommend it highly
Very efficient half day itinerary - great for short visit in Slovenia.
16mariannah,
Jun 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We did the half day trip to Lake Bled with Tomas and it was fab! Very knowledgeable and passionate tour guide. Plenty of interesting info, put us on a rowing boat to the island with an olympian rower who was a legend too, Jozo. Castle walk and views after with cake you could climb was delicious too. If you're looking for a quality half day trip due to being a bit time poor, this is it! We boarded bus at 2:15pm and back before 7pm for a dinner by the river. Didn't feel rushed at all, although if you want to spend more time in the location, go full day. Half day was perfect for us. Thank you Tomas!
Can't wait to go back to Slovenia
carpediem2019,
May 20, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
My tour with Gordana on Saturday, May 17 was fantastic!! I learned so much about Slovenian history! During the drive to Lake Bled, Gordana gave us essential facts on the history of Slovenia with very interesting facts on Slovenian politics during the Cold War years. We visited Lake Bled and then Bled Castle. I was really impressed with the beauty of the landscape, the friendliness of Slovenian people and the rich cultural history. I think I may have fallen in love with the country. Thank you Gordana, I can't wait to go back to Slovenia!!
Must do tour !
geoffa480,
Jan 4, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We did this tour on the 6th Dec24 and it was absolutley fantastic ! It's a must do tour if your visiting Ljubljana. Our tour guide (sorry forgot his name) was great. He was very friendly and knowledgeable about Slovenian and European history. We enjoyed his company during the tour. He ensured we were dropped off and picked up on time at the tour locations and we never felt liked we were rushed. He also stopped at a couple of spots which were not on the schedule which we greatly appreciated. Thank you , Slovenia Explorer for an experience we will never forget
afternoon trip
Carole L,
Sep 19, 2024
- Review from Viator
3.00
lake bled is beautiful, but the weather was awful which put a dampner on the experience. ingrid our driver/guide was very good and knowledgeable but overall I thought it was expensive when basically we only got driven around everything else was to pay for, it also was a little rushed (probably due to the weather) we left at 2.20 and returned at 5.45.
Lake Bled a must
MelissaJohn G,
Sep 9, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00
A great tour and a must from Ljubljana. Was sent message the day before for details of tour including needing 18 euros per person if you wanted to do the boat trip to Bled Island. Other extras could be paid by card if you wanted.
Very organized!
Irene M,
Aug 25, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00
Pick up and drop off were easy. Great tour guide. Took us to boat ride to island - no wait for boat. Beautiful tour… would recomend!
Got to experience Bled in a few hours.
Paul R,
May 25, 2024
- Review from Viator
4.00
Guide was honest about what might happen -- there was so much rain that he feared the boat ride might be canceled -- as well as what could be skipped: "If you've seen one castle, you've seen them all." He was punctual, friendly, engaging, and (most important) a safe driver. Near constant rain & clouds put a damper on the afternoon, but we could see why this place is over-run with visitors, even in May.