On the first night of the trip, you'll stay in a locally owned 3-star hotel in the town of Banska Bystrica.

Banska Bystrica

You’ll stay in the remote Chata Pod Borisovom mountain hut beneath Borisov Mountain. This is one of your host's favourite places to stay in Slovakia due to its peaceful setting. There is no electricity and no showers, just tranquillity and epic views.

Great Fatra

You'll stay at Granit Hotel in Smrekovica; a comfortable mountain lodge with a Finnish sauna to help soothe your tired limbs after a couple of days hiking.

Smrekovica 

You'll stay at Hotel Strachanovka in Liptovsky Jan, a traditional Slovakian mountain Chalet. There’s another Finnish sauna, steam room and Jacuzzi- perfect to wind down at the end of the day.

Low Tatras

You’ll spend your final night of the trip at a centrally located 3-star hotel in Bratislava.

Bratislava

On the first night of the trip, you'll stay in a locally owned 3-star hotel in the town of Banska Bystrica.

You’ll stay in the remote Chata Pod Borisovom mountain hut beneath Borisov Mountain. This is one of your host's favourite places to stay in Slovakia due to its peaceful setting. There is no electricity and no showers, just tranquillity and epic views.


You'll stay at Granit Hotel in Smrekovica; a comfortable mountain lodge with a Finnish sauna to help soothe your tired limbs after a couple of days hiking.

You'll stay at Hotel Strachanovka in Liptovsky Jan, a traditional Slovakian mountain Chalet. There’s another Finnish sauna, steam room and Jacuzzi-  perfect to wind down at the end of the day.

You’ll spend your final night of the trip at a centrally located 3-star hotel in Bratislava.

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You'll need a good level of fitness and be able to hike for 5-6 hours each day, with an average of 500m elevation gain and descent.

Slovakian food staples include pork, poultry, cheese, pastry, potatoes, onions and garlic. Lentil and vegetable stews are also common, as well as wild game, pasta dishes and stone fruits.
For breakfast, expect a continental buffet with a little bit of everything. Lunch will be special outdoor food packs heated on a hiking stove, or a packed lunch of sandwiches, snacks and fruit. For dinner, expect a 3-course meal of soup, a main and dessert.
Vegetarians, vegans and most dietary requirements can be catered for, just let your host know in advance. We do recommend those with special dietary requirements bring extra personal snacks to keep you going during the hiking.

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You’ll be picked up on arrival by your host at Bratislava Airport at 16:30 on Day 1. You are free to book any flight home on Day 8, transfers are included for all flights departing this day.
If you are unable to make those transfer times, then private transfers are also available. See Optional Extras for prices. Your host is also able to book pre/post trip accommodation for your in Banska Bystric or Bratislava if you want to extend your trip to meet alternative flight schedules.

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7 nights accommodation in mountain huts, local hotels and guesthouses

Accommodation

All meals except for dinners on days 1 and 8, lunches on days 4, 5 and 6.

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To and from the airport and everything in-between

Transfers

Mountain bike for the journey to Lake Temnosmrecianske

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 7 nights accommodation in mountain huts, local hotels and guesthouses

All meals except for dinners on days 1 and 8, lunches on days 4, 5 and 6.

To and from the airport and everything in-between

Mountain bike for the journey to Lake Temnosmrecianske

Meet your host at Bratislava Airport and head to the town of Banska Bystrica. Settle in and then meet up with the rest of your group for dinner and a chance to chat about the adventure ahead.

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Hello Slovakia

Day 1

Get off the beaten path and hike into the mountainous Great Fatra National Park, an area populated by bears, wolves, deer and black grouse - to name just a few of the local residents. Follow the main ridgeline to the highest peak in the area - Ostredok, passing through vast meadows and small forests. Unwind at a remote mountain hut beneath Borisov Mountain - your home for the night.

The Great Fatra

Day 2

After breakfast Slovakian style, continue along the main ridge through the National Park. Take in the amazing views in all directions - there’s over 900 metres of elevation gain today, so get ready for some peak-bagging! Finish at a mountain hotel in Smrekovica in time for a sundowner or a Finnish sauna to soothe your limbs after a big day.

Smrekovica

Day 3

Complete your hike through the Great Fatra, ending at Vlkolinec, a remarkably well-preserved 14th-century village. Drive to Liptovsky Jan, your base for the next 3 nights, famous for its soothing thermal springs. You'll have a chance to take a warm dip this evening and have the place to yourself after the daytime crowds have moved on.

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Hot springs and a UNESCO protected village

Day 4

Today you'll have a choice of activities. If you're ready for a chill, then take a free day and relax in and around Liptovsky Jan. If you're thirsty for more, then hike to Lake Temnosmrecianske - one of the least visited and most peaceful places in Slovakia. First, you'll cycle for 10km along flat gravel tracks into the Koprova valley, next you'll visit the highest waterfall in the country and then hike through the forest to the lake. It’s a hard place to get to but well worth the effort. If cycling isn't your thing, e-bikes are available for a small extra fee, just let your host know you're keen.

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Lake Temnosmrecianske

Day 5

Ride the cable car ride to one of the highest peaks in the Low Tatras mountains - Chopok (2020m.) Spend the day hiking the main ridge far away from the usual tourist areas. It’s part of the spectacularly named, 'Path of the Heroes of the Slovak National Uprising,' a 400km long trail that crosses the entire country. Today is a tough hike with nearly 1500m of descent, so make sure those knees are ready for it.

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The main ridge of the Low Tatras Mountains

Day 6

Take a detour on the way back to Bratislava and hike in the Mala Fatra Mountains. You'll take the cable car up and down, but you've earned the right to cut some corners by now! After bagging the highest peak in the area, Velky Krivan, drive back to Bratislava and spend the evening exploring the city.

Mala Fatra Mountains

Day 7

Depending on your flight, you may have some more time to explore lovely Bratislava, before heading back to the airport in time for your flight home.

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Time to say goodbye 

Day 8

Meet your host at Bratislava Airport and head to the town of Banska Bystrica. Settle in and then meet up with the rest of your group for dinner and a chance to chat about the adventure ahead.


Get off the beaten path and hike into the mountainous Great Fatra National Park, an area populated by bears, wolves, deer and black grouse - to name just a few of the local residents. Follow the main ridgeline to the highest peak in the area - Ostredok, passing through vast meadows and small forests. Unwind at a remote mountain hut beneath Borisov Mountain - your home for the night.


After breakfast Slovakian style, continue along the main ridge through the National Park. Take in the amazing views in all directions - there’s over 900 metres of elevation gain today, so get ready for some peak-bagging! Finish at a mountain hotel in Smrekovica in time for a sundowner or a Finnish sauna to soothe your limbs after a big day.


Complete your hike through the Great Fatra, ending at Vlkolinec, a remarkably well-preserved 14th-century village. Drive to Liptovsky Jan, your base for the next 3 nights, famous for its soothing thermal springs. You'll have a chance to take a warm dip this evening and have the place to yourself after the daytime crowds have moved on.


Today you'll have a choice of activities. If you're ready for a chill, then take a free day and relax in and around Liptovsky Jan.  If you're thirsty for more, then hike to Lake Temnosmrecianske - one of the least visited and most peaceful places in Slovakia. First, you'll cycle for 10km along flat gravel tracks into the Koprova valley, next you'll visit the highest waterfall in the country and then hike through the forest to the lake. It’s a hard place to get to but well worth the effort. If cycling isn't your thing, e-bikes are available for a small extra fee, just let your host know you're keen. 


Ride the cable car ride to one of the highest peaks in the Low Tatras mountains - Chopok (2020m.) Spend the day hiking the main ridge far away from the usual tourist areas. It’s part of the spectacularly named, 'Path of the Heroes of the Slovak National Uprising,' a 400km long trail that crosses the entire country. Today is a tough hike with nearly 1500m of descent, so make sure those knees are ready for it.

Take a detour on the way back to Bratislava and hike in the Mala Fatra Mountains.  You'll take the cable car up and down, but you've earned the right to cut some corners by now! After bagging the highest peak in the area, Velky Krivan, drive back to Bratislava and spend the evening exploring the city.



Depending on your flight, you may have some more time to explore lovely Bratislava, before heading back to the airport in time for your flight home.


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Private transfer Bratislava Airport to Banska Bystrica hotel

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Follow lesser-known routes and remote trails through the Great Fatra and Low Tatras mountains - crowds are not on the agenda

Stay in mountain huts and cosy lodges far from civilisation - perfect for stargazing

Hike to waterfalls and natural thermal pools and visit the UNESCO World Heritage listed village of Vlkolinec

Follow lesser-known routes and remote trails through the Great Fatra and Low Tatras mountains - crowds are not on the agenda

Stay in mountain huts and cosy lodges far from civilisation - perfect for stargazing



Hike to waterfalls and natural thermal pools and visit the UNESCO World Heritage listed village of Vlkolinec

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