Velika planina Sheperd's Hike
Duration
5 hour(s)
Languages
English
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Visit an authentic shepherd village preserving centuries-old mountain traditions
Experience peaceful alpine meadows and a slower, nature-connected lifestyle
Learn about traditional shepherd life in the Slovenian mountain regions
Enjoy breathtaking views of the Kamnik–Savinja Alps throughout the hike
€ 290
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When we imagine a life filled with laughter and free from everyday stress, we often think of people deeply connected to nature. Slovenia’s shepherds embody this way of living, preserving centuries-old traditions that are still alive today. This experience invites you to step into their world and discover a slower, more harmonious rhythm of life shaped by the mountains and open pastures.
The journey begins with a scenic gondola ride from Kamniška Bistrica, lifting you into the heart of the alpine landscape. From there, gentle hiking paths lead across grassy hills to an authentic shepherd village, where traditional huts and customs tell stories of mountain life. Along the way, you will enjoy sweeping views of the Alps, making this easy and flexible hike ideal for beginners, families, and children alike.
Transfer from Ljubljana
Professional guide
Gondola lift ticket
Gratuities
Comfortable sport clothes
Sport shoes
Water bottle
Snacks
Small backpack
Extra layer
Headwear
Sun protection
Wear comfortable clothing with warm, windproof layers
Maximum 8 guests per guide for a personal experience
Professional local guides ensure safety and enjoyment
Tour may change or be refunded due to weather
Easy, flexible tour suitable for all fitness levels
Children welcome if able to hike a few hours
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Activity Provider: Slovenia Activities
Customer Reviews
Jane
Truly a unique experience to walk around here, it’s more beautiful and vast than I imagine. Traditional wooden huts amidst the alpine mountains. Cows roaming around with clouds next to them (saw a herd next to Mount Gradisce) Cable car was not operational due to rope checks so we drove to the highest car park Mackin Kot. From there, it’s still a 45 minutes / 3km gradual walk uphill. Download EasyPark app prior for payment, signal is spotty up there and there are no payment machine. But you can pay in cash to the attendant if he is there (no booth).
Ellie
Really beautiful. Absolutely worth it! We took the cable cart up (return trip for two people was 54€ free parking which was easy around 10:45am). There was a steep hike up 40mins. But the plateau is gorgeous and nice food options as well.
Jaromir
Absolutely amazing place to spend the day. Walking, beautiful view of the surrounding mountains and local houses, cheese tasting etc.
Andrea
It is nice ofcourse, just as further you go, the prices go up. So better to buy refreshment on beginning/or end then waiting&pay more for the same. We ate in one of the pub cca 1 hour walking from cabine. Well...I ate better to be honest. Completely without taste, nobody took care about how the food will taste. The only food with some taste was food with sour cabbage (szeged goulash) - it was naturally atleast sour..🤣 but anyway any piece of meat was not eatable (I did not have single piece of meat on plate, it was all lile tendons or adipose tissue or so.. But nature is ofcourse great there.
Kristian
One of the most remarkable days in our Slovenia 10 day tour. It was an amazing day of hiking and great scenery with fresh air and amazing views! We used the cable car taking us around "Grandische" from where we headed off to Velika Planina as a start of our hike. We have taken the long hike around Velika down to Mala Planina and back again. I have to admit and recommend that once at Mala Planina, the views and hike get less remarkable whilst the hiking directions get less and less clear which we ended up losing precious time (Point 7 to Point 9 on the shared trail was not properly marked)! Other that that it was a unique experience at and around Europe's largest pasture settlement with amazing views around the settlement from a distance and closeby, amazing trails and scenery and gorgeous cows everywhere :)) I strongly recommend hiking around between Grandishe and Mala Planina but visit the actual Velika settlement earlier as late afternoon we found the church closed and limited tasting options. This is truly one of Slovenia's hidden gems (not crowded in September) which makes me even more willing to come again as it was truly amazing!