Private Tour

Magical Lake Bled and Ljubljana Private Tour from Zagreb

Overview

Available languages

English

11 hours

Mobile ticket

Enjoy a private experience on your trip from Zagreb to the charming Slovenian capital Ljubljana and breathtaking Lake Bled. Get an insightful overview of Ljubljana on a walking tour done by a local. Marvel at the city contours from the Ljubljana Castle, then enjoy a scenic drive into the Julian Alps to visit one of Slovenia’s focal points, Lake Bled.

This full-day Slovenia tour includes all activities and round-trip transport from all accessible locations in Zagreb and it’s limited to 3 people.

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Specialized infant seats are available

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

You must confirm and obtain any visa requirements prior to border crossing. All visa requirements are at the sole responsibility of the traveler

A current valid passport is required on the day of travel

A moderate amount of walking with some steep parts is involved

Cancellation Policy

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

What To Expect

Ljubljana Old Town

Your driver guide will pick you up at your hotel or Zrinjevac park for an hour and a half scenic drive through the Slovenian countryside to its capital, Ljubljana, crossing the Croatia-Slovenia border en route. Upon arrival to Ljubljana, you will enjoy a walking tour lead by a licensed local guide while learning about the historical and cultural highlights as well as the contemporary scene of the city.

1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Included

Ljubljana Castle

Your local guide will take you for a funicular ride to Ljubljana castle. From there you will have a great view of the surroundings and sometimes on a clear day even of the Julian Alps.

30 minutes • Admission Included

What‘s Included

Bottled water

Bled Castle admission

Pick-up and drop-off

Ljubljana castle admission

Walking tour of Ljubljana lead by licensed local guide

Private Transfer in Luxury Air-conditioned vehicle

Licensed Driver guide

Gratuities

Food and drinks

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Options

Without ticket and local guide

Orientation tour of Ljubljana: Excludes tickets for Ljubljana funicular, Bled castle and local guide services. You get more free time and orientation tour.
Pickup included

With tickets and local guide

Tickets and local guide: Includes ticket for Bled castle, Ljubljana funicular and a local English speaking guide
Pickup included

Reviews

5.00

35 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Breathtaking Scenery and Festive Charm in Slovenia
jasonaK2461YC,,Jan 5, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Our day trip to Lake Bled and Ljubljana with Karlo from Bespoke Croatia was a highlight of our holiday. The scenery at Lake Bled in December is like something out of a fairytale, especially with the Christmas market and the breathtaking views from the castle. Ljubljana is an unforgettable city during Christmastime; we thoroughly enjoyed the festive atmosphere, the local food and the mulled wine. Karlo’s expertise and friendly nature made the cross-border trip seamless. He is incredibly accommodating and always has interesting information to share. If you are looking for a guide who is professional yet friendly and great with families, Karlo is the best choice.
An Incredible Day with Karlo!
totosophie,,Nov 12, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
This tour was nothing short of incredible! From the initial booking, Karlo was proactive in his communication, ensuring every detail was taken care of. His friendliness and deep knowledge of the city made for a wonderful day filled with great chats and memorable moments. His warm hospitality was the highlight, infusing the entire trip with joy and laughter. And Lake Bled... all I can say is 'wow'! It is absolutely breathtaking, and a place I would have truly regretted not seeing. We will without a doubt seek out Karlo for another adventure the next time we're in Croatia. An exceptional tour—simply the best!
A Memorable Day in Slovenia with Karlo
W2025SQpeterv,,Oct 18, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
My wife and I joined Karlo for a day trip to Slovenia, and it turned out to be one of the most memorable parts of our holiday. Karlo is warm and incredibly knowledgeable - he made the journey feel relaxed and engaging from start to finish. We started in Ljubljana, where Karlo introduced us to Milos, a local guide who added so much depth to the walking tour. Milos had a great way of sharing the city’s history and architecture without overwhelming us, and together they made the experience feel personal and well-paced. Later in the day, we visited Lake Bled. It was slightly crowded, but Karlo timed everything beautifully so we could still enjoy the views and take some fantastic photos. The lake itself is stunning - serene and cinematic - and the boat ride to the island was a real highlight. What stood out most was how thoughtful Karlo was throughout the day. He seemed to know exactly when to share a story, when to give us space, and how to make each moment feel special. If you're considering a day trip from Zagreb, we’d absolutely recommend this one. Karlo’s passion for what he does really shines through, and we felt lucky to have spent the day with him.
What a wonderful trip!
NorthStar755423,,Jul 21, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
This was our second trip with Karlo and, again, was everything we could have asked for. A family of six adults, we were picked up from our accommodation and driven through the most beautiful countryside of Slovenia to Ljubljana where we were met by a colleague of Karlo, Milos. He showed us the highlights of this wonderful city with knowledge and enthusiasm, following which we had the opportunity to explore the city and have lunch. Karlo then drove us to the amazing lake Bled where we saw the castle and had time to relax, jog and swim before travelling home. Karlo could not do enough for us - informative and interesting history about Slovenia and Croatia, as well as providing us with snacks, water and pit stops when necessary. Thank you again Karlo.
Amazing trip with amazing guide
stevejY2872CP,,Jun 26, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
My wife and I and our 7 year old booked the trip with Karlo and it was the best decision we could have made. Karlo was first class from booking to saying goodbye. He communicated right away after we booked our trip (months in advance) and made sure we had his information should any questions arise. Pickup was straightforward and easy thanks to Karlo. He provided water and snacks. Along the road to our two stops he was easy to talk to and provided interesting background info about Slovenia and Croatia. He gave us a mini tour at each stop so we could get our bearings as well (we elected not to go with the separate local tour guide). He made sure our son had a great time too. Ljubljana and Lake Bled were amazing. Huge thanks to Karlo for his amazing service going above and beyond. I’d recommend him to anyone - single travelers, friends, couples or families.
amazing trip!
travelwithmm,,Apr 9, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Look no further! Karlo is the best! great communication through email before the trip. He arrived on time and everything went well according to the plan. we are thankful that we found him as a guide in Zagreb and Slovenia. thank you Karlo, hopefully we meet again! wish you and your family well.
The best of Slovenia, including the tour guide!
Vicki W,,Feb 6, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
My tour guide, Karlo, from Bespoke Croatia, was excellent. I couldn’t have asked for a friendlier, more knowledgeable person. His recommendations for activities and dining during my free time in Ljubljana were perfect! When I return to Croatia, I will not hesitate to hire him again.
Beautiful tour with lots of flexibility
JSCKDC,,Sep 25, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
This was our second tour with Karlo and we will book a third if we get the chance to return to Croatia. This full day tour was exactly as described with flexibility throughout as desired. We navigated rain to get most of the plan completed as best able. A second guide joined us in Slovenia which was a great touch to have a local expert.
Highly recommended
kathylai207,,Sep 3, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
When we started our journey from Zagreb to Ljubljana, there was heavy rain and thunderstorm, thanks for Karlo we arrived Ljubljana safely. We had a great time in Ljubljana old town, a short but detailed walking tour was given, then we enjoyed our free time and had a great lunch. For Lake Bled, apart from enjoying the magnificent view of the lake from Bled Castle, we also enjoyed a coffee break on the lakeside. Due to our packed schedule, once again we tailored our destination to Graz. We really appreciate the flexibility Karlo gave us. Highly recommended.
The best tour guide
omotenashi-lady,,Jun 27, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
It was a wonderful experience to visit neighboring country from Zagreb. This tour made us to do it easy and stress free. Lake Bled was so beautiful, and I enjoyed an original cream cake here. Our tour guide, Karlo was very tentative and responsive all the time even when I was still planning my vacation. Everything went smoothly and on time, and was so much fun.