**WHAT ARE WE PLANNING?**
How does a visit to the most attractive canyon in Slovenia sound to you? Or even better, a climb to a peak with a fantastic view of Triglav and the famous Krma Valley? Let's walk the Vintgar bridges along the Radovna stream, and then feel the power and grandeur of the Julian Alps as we gaze into the distance from the magical Viševnik!
**BRIEFLY**
VENI VIDI VINTGAR
DATE: 04.10-07.10.2024.
!!! REGISTRATION UNTIL 30.09.2024. !!!
FEE: 120 EUR (INCLUDES: transportation, 1-night accommodation in Bled or nearby, organization, guidance)
ACCOMMODATION: PANSION KREK
**WHAT'S THE PROGRAM?**
**04-05.10.2024. BELGRADE – NOVI SAD – VINTGAR GORGE (OPTIONAL) – BLED**
**ROUTE LENGTH:** 3.5 km
**ELEVATION GAIN:** 200 m
**DIFFICULTY:** EASY
Departure on 04.10. from BELGRADE and NOVI SAD in the evening (exact time and place will be announced a few days before the trip) and a relaxed drive towards Slovenia.
In the early morning hours, we arrive at the most attractive canyon in Slovenia! Those who wish will have the option to experience the charms of the famous Vintgar, walking on wooden bridges and platforms, observing the fast mountain stream. The magic of this place is indescribable!
Afterwards, we will take a break at Lake Bled to relax and have lunch, then head to our accommodation for some rest...
**06-07.10.2024. BLED – POKLJUKA – CLIMB TO VIŠEVNIK – NOVI SAD – BELGRADE**
**ROUTE LENGTH:** 7 km
**ELEVATION GAIN:** 700 m
**DIFFICULTY:** DEMANDING
In the morning, we leave our accommodation and drive to the nearby Pokljuka plateau, which will be the starting point of our climb to Viševnik.
Initially, we will pass through a mystical coniferous forest, where each step will feel like a kind of walking meditation. We then continue the ascent, first over a local ski slope, gradually emerging from the forest, and continuing over alpine rocks to the imposing Viševnik. At the very top, we will have the opportunity to admire Triglav and the ridge surrounding the Krma Valley, a breathtaking sight!
After the hike, we return to Serbia, aiming to arrive in the early morning hours of the following day...
**WHAT DO WE USUALLY BRING FOR HIKING?**
- A smile, good mood, and good health.
- Plenty of water, at least 2 liters per hike, snacks, and refreshments for the climbs and walks ahead.
- Food, fruit, snacks, sweets for breaks during the walks.
- Comfortable and sturdy, adequate footwear for hiking.
- If you already have your favorite walking stick, bring it; if not, nature will hide your new favorite.
- Cap/hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, or anything you deem necessary to protect against strong sun.
- Spare/change clothes, warm and dry layers within reach after each hike.
- Swimsuit, towel, slippers.
**IMPORTANT NOTES!!!**
- The number of registrations will be limited, and only members of the HTS Mountaineering Society (MB: 28748817) (Contact us for details regarding membership and purchasing stamps for 2024) or any mountaineering society within the PSS framework have the right to participate.
- Fee: 4700 RSD (transport, to be paid to the association's account upon registration) and 80 EUR (paid during the trip for accommodation, parking, and toll costs)
- The fee DOES NOT include:
- Entrance fee to Vintgar Gorge, 10 EUR (It is MANDATORY to state during registration whether you are going, so we can reserve tickets in time)
- Organizers reserve the right to change the program due to unforeseen circumstances, inaccessibility to certain sections, or even cancel the trip.
- Please send us the number of persons, their names, phone numbers, and departure point confirmation along with membership proof upon registration. Due to the proximity of the event, transportation and accommodation cancellations will not be possible, hence no refunds, but a potential replacement of the registered person will be allowed.
- This trip does not include protection under travel guarantees according to Article 86, Paragraph 3 of the Tourism Law.
- The tour is NOT recommended for people with heart conditions or any other ailments that could be adversely affected by physical activity.
- Please be PRECISE AND PUNCTUAL regarding departure times, but do not strictly adhere to the hiking schedule.
- We kindly ask all participants to bring ONLY POSITIVE VIBES, A CHEERFUL SPIRIT, AND GOOD MOOD. See you!