2-day Mt. Triglav summer ascent

Follow Cveto, an IFMGA mountain guide, on this unique 2-day adventure to the summit of the impressive Mount Triglav in Slovenia.

Julian Alps

2 Days

Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep

Fit

All Levels

Description

Discover the incredible mountains in Slovenia on this stunning 2-day trip to the summit of Mount Triglav, the highest point in the European Alps. Join me for some real mountaineering in Slovenia!

Located in the Julian Alps, Mount Triglav, at 2864 meters, is the highest peak in Slovenia. It is so iconic it even appears on the national flag. On this trip, you will discover why it is so impressive.

For two days, we’ll experience this amazing mountain landscape surrounded by alpine plants and flowers. We’ll climb through long rock trails and enjoy the lovely views. There are no ropeways or lifts so as not to contaminate the sacred mountain. The ascent is a beautiful mountain hike with a technical and rocky finish near the summit. As this is a summer ascent, we will enjoy dry conditions and terrain without snow.

We’ll meet in Bled or somewhere close to the beginning of the trailhead. Bled is a charming and touristy town in Slovenia surrounded by peaks of the Julian Alps. You’ll definitely want to check it out before or after the trip.

Additionally, if you wish to stay in the mountain for a longer period of time, I can also organize a 3 o 4-day trip. Just let me know in your message.

Join me to climb the most iconic and beautiful peak in Slovenia on this 2-day program. Book your place now for this unforgettable experience. I would love to be your guide!

If you are looking for more mountaineering experiences, be sure to check out the trips I offer to Yatsugatake or Mount Fuji.

Itinerary

Day 1: Meeting and beginning of the adventure

We’ll decide on a meeting point and hour, preferably close to Bled. Then, we’ll follow the trail head to a mountain hut near Mount Triglav summit, where we’l spend the night. Duration of 4-6 hours.

If the weather conditions for the following day do not look ideal, we may aim to reach the summit this day.

Day 2: Mount Triglav summit

The original plan is to reach the summit this day and go down through the trail head.

Ascent: 3-4 hours.

Descent: 3 hours.

Details

Accommodation

Mountain Hut.

More info

Make sure to bring warm clothes, mountaineering gear and good climbing shoes. Skill level: beginner to intermediate. Fitness level: Fit, able to climb 4-6 hours, 1500 meters (5000 feet) on day 1, and ascend 400 meters and descend 2000 on day 2. During weekends and holidays, this program is 150 EUR higher per group. Special service: ascent and descent on a different route can be discussed. Climbing with children less than years old is not recommended. There is usually no snow anymore on the trails, it is beginners to intermediate level ascent; you’ll just need proper hiking shoes and some warmer clothing as it is a high mountain and could be windy and cold at the summit. There are 3 main trails to the huts below the summit: - from Pokljuka forest highlands; - Krma, deep U shape glacier made valley; - or Vrata valley, steep technical ferrata climb wit astonishing Triglav N-face views on the side. From each hut the trails to the summit are steep, climbing on rock, secured by steel cables - via ferrata. We always use rope between you and the guide for 100% safety. As this is a 2-day climbing trip, we don’t need to start really early in the morning, let say around 8am! After meet up, we’ll drive 45 min. by car, to one of Mt. Triglav’s trailheads. From there to reach the hut is 4 to 6 hours climbing. The huts are simple, but they serve hot meals until 8pm. In the afternoon, we take a rest or walk to the view points. Before going to bed, we check the equipment like harness, helmet and learn about rope up system. On Day 2 start is early, 5 to 6 am. The climbing on scramble terrain and sometimes narrow rocky ridge which is really amazing From the summit you can enjoy fantastic views: lake Bled, lake Bohinj, Adriatic sea, Dolomites, Austrian alps. Usually, on the descent we take the same route, although that will depend on weather conditions and takes about 3 to 5 hours to get back to the hut. After the short rest, we return to the valley and should be back at the car park from 2:00 to 3:00 pm. Afterward, I’ll drive you back to your hotel or railway/bus station. Meeting point: I will pick you up at your accommodation. If you have your own means of transport, we can meet directly at the car parking close to our trail head (I will inform you the exact point). Equipment: for this ascent, you will need to bring your own proper clothing and own mountaineering shoes. We can rent backpacks, walking poles etc. 10 EUR/item, payable in cash directly to the guide after the climb. Please note we don’t rent shoes/boots. Food and drinks: You should take 2L of water, also sometimes is possible to buy drinks along the way at the mountain huts. Insurance: please make sure you are individually insured appropriately with international travel insurance which specifically covers hiking and mountaineering. Other: sometimes trip itinerary may be altered and/or date change can be discussed, case by case, based on the weather forecast. I will try to modify my schedule and we’ll do our best to make our guests happy. I would advise you to make your schedule flexible as well. The guide will choose different road approaches and climbing routes, time of the early morning start etc. Sometimes people will get light altitude sickness (dizzy, headache etc...)

Meeting point

Hotel in Bled or Station or Ljubljana Airport.

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About the guide

Cveto

5.00

(25)

Mountain guide

I’m an international IFMGA mountain guide; also the first non-Japanese mountain guide certified by the JMGA (Japan Mountain Guide Association); born in Slovenia.

My country is small but well known in the world as strong in sports and mountaineering. I use to compete as Olympic team member and on World Cup competitions as a Cross-country skier. After I left Slovenia and traveled all over the world, I ended up in Japan. I married beautiful native lady, and have lived here for 30 years. I love Japanese mountains and feel privileged to be able to enjoy these mountains trough the entire four seasons.

I’m based at the foot of Japan Alps; convenient place in winter for ski touring from Nagano to Hokkaido, winter mountaineering or ice climbing at Yatsugatake, and of course ascending the symbol of Japan Mt.Fuji.

In summer Japan is a great place for hiking, alpine climbing or popular shower-climbing and some fine sport/free climbing year around.

Since 2013, I’m working on NHK (Japanese national TV) programs, introducing Japan culture and outdoor activities, climbing skiing etc. Check it out at the link below the recent one about BC skiing.
https://www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/ondemand/video/2007412/

It is my absolute pleasure also to take and guide you in my home country Slovenia. In addition to guide in the mountains, I also enjoy having the opportunity to teach mountain climbing skills to every level of climbers, here in Japan. This is because I wish everybody to be SAFE on the mountains.
Please contact me on E&S if you would love to have great experience, as well as a tailor-made plan for other mountains and sport climbing all over SE Asia, EU, South America....in any season!

Languages

Slovenian | Japanese | English

Residence

Saitama / Nagano, Japan

What people are saying about Cveto Podlogar

Christophe Thomas

5.00

August, 2021

So so nice ! No words

Christophe Thomas

5.00

August, 2021

Awesome day with my familly ❤️🙏

Thibault lefebure

5.00

June, 2021

Cveto has been great support from preparation to the peak - fantastic and safe souvenir. Thanks

Valerie Schajer

5.00

June, 2021

We did the treck with our two kids 12 and 9, it was long and hard sometime Cveto was an amazing guide very confident very patient... we had no stress at all with him... 👏👏 thanks Cveto we were so happy to climb with you 👍👍

Robert Duncan

5.00

May, 2021

Cveto was great! He helped us get ready the night before and go over our gear as well as the plan for the next day. He kept us at a good pace and the conversations were great all day.

Matt Evans

5.00

August, 2020

An amazing day of rock climbing in beautiful surroundings with a hugely knowledgeable guide - highly recommended! Even with a difficult mix of beginners (me) and high-level climbers (everyone else), Cveto was able to set me up with routes that were fun, accessible and challenging. If you want to get into climbing in Japan, this is a great way to start.

Anne-Lyse Pittroff

5.00

December, 2019

We had a great time with Cveto. He is the perfect guide, very knowledgeable and entertaining. We learnt so many thinks about Japan during our hike and we felt really comfortable and totally safe with him. Just book him and enjoy !!

Emi Flynn

5.00

July, 2019

Our climbing trip was amazing - despite being during the wettest & hottest season in Japan! Due to the weather, our original destination was not possible. Yet Cveto was able to quickly coordinate an alternative plan that would get us on the rocks. Both Cveto & Chiharu were highly communicative & responsive with us (as we planned our trip from Australia). Cveto himself was easy to get along with as well as being extremely knowledgeable. He helped us grow, both in terms of learning climbing skills and pushing mental barriers with lead climbing and rappelling. Overall a really enjoyable course with plenty of practical application of the new skills packed into the two-day course. We highly recommend Cveto for anyone looking to actually apply these skills on rock rather than practicing endlessly on the ground. We are hoping to travel next year to climb & learn with Cveto again.

Brad Jefferson

5.00

June, 2019

Our family of four had the best time with Cveto. Our goal was to get our kids (ages 9 and 11) to the top of Fuji-san before the public open season and I don't think we could have done it without Cveto. Of everything we did during our 11 days in Japan, climbing Fuji-san was our favorite highlight. Cveto was communicative about preparations, gear, and weather before the trip and was the consummate professional during the climb. He even short-roped our 9-yr old during a period of altitude sickness.

Eric Robinson

5.00

June, 2019

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Eric Robinson

5.00

June, 2019

Thanks again for the climb, the instruction, and the conversation. For me, this was one of those unforgettable moments in life and I sincerely appreciate your time and energy. You went above and beyond the call! Please also give my best to your wife. I know I was pestering her with questions and she relieved my anxiety! I woke up to a clear view of the mountain and still can't process that we somehow were up there and I couldn't have done it without both of you! Thanks!

LIA ASRAWE

5.00

May, 2019

The trip was amazing! Cveto was such a great guide and he made us feel comfortable and at ease. We LOVED it!!

Anonymous

5.00

May, 2019

Cveto guided my boyfriend and I up Mt Fuji. Our trip up was great, a beautiful day with good views. Cveto kept us at a good pace that felt comfortable and relaxed. We spent some time at the top admiring the view and the crater of Fuji. We skied/snowboarded down and had a fun adventure navigating the terrain. Cveto was safe and knowledgable and we were happy he was our guide! Thank you! Its a trip we wont forget!

Tastone

5.00

May, 2019

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obreja vlad

5.00

May, 2019

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Bob Mountain

5.00

March, 2019

Cveto is an exceptionally experienced guide. Akadake was a challenging climb for me but Cveto got me up and down the mountain safely and made it a lot of fun. He taught me some new crampon techniques that I was able to put to work immediately and they really helped with the steepness and deep snow on the mountain that day. He helped me with trip logistics as well, recommending a nice local lodge to stay at. His English was excellent and I would strongly recommend him as a guide.

Tze Chuan KOH

5.00

January, 2019

It was a really good day out! Cvetko Podlogar is a good guide with spot on instructions ... Highly recommend his services

Carlos Lozano

5.00

June, 2018

Our Mount Fuji off season climb was wonderful; an experience that both Angie and I will remember the rest of lives. Cveto, our mountain guide, was superb. He is not only an expert in the field of mountain climbing that made us feel safe throughout the climb to the summit, but also a person that went beyond expectations to make the mountain experience memorable in every way. Cveto is not only an expert climber, but also an exceptional person with a carefree and adventurous personality. Thank you for making a dream come through for both of us. Best regards, Carlos & Angie

Erik Cizmadia

5.00

June, 2018

Cveto was an amazing guide whose expertise and experience made the climb very fun and exciting. I would recommend him to anyone who is looking for an amazing outdoor adventure

Charles Camasura

5.00

May, 2018

Guide was very helpful and knowledgeable about climbing. Can recommend routes fit for our level. The site was also breathtaking.

Christine Bulaoro

5.00

May, 2018

Amazing! Cveto was experienced, professional, & went the extra mile to check on me the night before to ensure I was prepared. He was encouraging but also realistic regarding conditions & limitations. This was my 1st climb (1st time seeing snow actually!) and as a beginner he was patient w/ me and gave clear instructions-I always felt safe. Highly, highly recommend! Reaching the summit was an unforgettable experience. Thank you for everything. -solo female traveler

Clemens Wainig

5.00

April, 2018

Cveto was a verry professional and good gide. We had a really hard tour lasting 13 hours, but it was worth it. Standing allone with your gide on top of fuji san and overlooking the entire tokyo bay is a breathtaking expirience one will never forget.

Todd Hall

5.00

December, 2017

Awesome! Couldn’t have asked for a better guide or a better two day activity. Cheers Cveto and Chibow!

Michael Cohen

5.00

August, 2017

Our guide (Cveto) was excellent - patient, courtieous, careful with times. He and the firm were flexible when we asked for a last minute postponement. It was a difficult but extremely rewarding experience. Thank you very much!!

Yau

5.00

May, 2017

Cveto is a strong guide, friendly, resourceful, observant, pragmatic, and always helpful. He sets challenges at the right levels and he tells lots of nice stories.

Prices per person

Group of 1	EUR 756 Each
Group of 2	EUR 505 Each
Group of 3	EUR 262 Each

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Price includes

- Guiding fee

- Group equipment helmet

- Group equipment harness

- Mountain guide expenses

- Transportation start and back

Price details

Price does not include accommodation at mountain hut (approximately 45-65EUR per person), food, drinks and personal insurance.

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