Itineraries
WIDE RANGE of HOLIDAYS in Slovakia: weekend breaks, trekking, cultural trips, spa breaks .... for groups and individuals.
 Come to Bratislava – one of the smallest and youngest capitals in Europe Price from € 65 |
SUMMER HOLIDAY in SLOVAKIA Great combination of active holiday, beautiful nature, precious cultural sites ... tailor-made to your expectations. |
ACROSS SLOVAKIA/ history, culture, traditions
Discover the beauty of Slovakia, a country in the heart of Europe. Splendid historical cities, well preserved gothic monuments, architecture - combined with lovely nature, Slovak hospitality, great cuisine. . . and more . . . . would you like to be pampered in a world-known spa or better still taste the excellent Moravian wines?
Day 1
Arrival, Bratislava sightseeing day & night – historical centre, St. Martin`s cathedral, the castle
Accommodation: *** / **** hotel in the centre of Bratislava
Day 2
Morning: Boat trip on the Danube to the ruins of Devin castle / alternatively a trip to the TV tower Kamzik in the hills above Bratislava
Afternoon: Cerveny kamen castle- a beautifully restored castle with a portrait gallery and an extensive defensive system that is the largest in Central Europe.
Evening: Wine-tasting in an historical cellar built in the 16 century / alternatively special goose party - goose, cabbage and lokse including wine tasting.
Accommodation: *** / **** hotel in the centre of Bratislava
Day 3
Banska Stiavnica(UNESCO site), a historical mining city in the centre of Slovakia, visit to the mine dating back to the 17th century, chateaux Antol - the former residence of the Bulgarian tsar Ferdinand Coburg; in the evening – rich folk music programe (mining traditions and folk music of the region)
Accommodation: ***hotel in the centre of Banska Stiavnica
Day 4
Mountain village Vlkolinec (UNESCO site), where architecture remains here untouched by modern days; a boat trip on the dam Liptovska Mara, from where the peaks of both Low and High Tatras can be admired.
Accommodation: ***hotel in the Liptov region below the Tatras
Day 5
Amazing High Tatras, waterfalls, in the afternoon – old royal city of Kezmarok, obtained the royal privileges in the mid of 13 century. Historical centre, the castle and one of the jewels of the Slovak sacral architecture – wooden articular church (UNESCO site) built in 1717 without using any nails.
Accommodation: luxury *** hotel in Levoca
Day 6
Pearls of the Spis region (UNESCO sites) – Levoca and gothic wooden altars of Master Paul – the largest one in the world; Spis castle, Spisska kapitula (Slovak Vatikan), precious frescos in the gothic church in Zehra
Evening: a traditional dinner in a shephard’s cottage complete with shephard music
Accommodation: luxury *** hotel in Levoca
Day 7
The largest of the Tatra lakes - Strbske pleso and a good-bye to the High Tatras, admirable Orava castle - one of the most beautiful castles in Central Europe
Accommodation: ***hotel in the city of Trencin
Day 8
A short stay in the world-known Piestany spa – wide choise of tratments available Alternatively: the famous Valtice-Lednice area in southern Moravia (UNESCO site) – with a chateaux, beautiful nature and great wine; evening: dinner including the tasting of Moravian wines, cymbalo musik
Accommodation: ***/****hotel in the centre of Bratislava / alter. ***hotel in Moravia
Day 9
Departure (the programme of the day shall be adjusted to the flight schedule).
PRICE
from € 559 accommodation with breakfast(8 nights), transportation within Slovakia, tour guide
ART COURSE - CRAFTS in Banska Stiavnica
Great combination of relaxing creativity and sightseeing trips in the old historical mining city of Banská Štiavnica (UNESCO site) in the central Slovakia.
The art programme is scheduled to 5 half-day blocks of a mix of arts & crafts (each activity lasts from 4-8 hours);
Crafts available: pottery, the making or creating of wooden figures, clay pipes, painting on silk, tinkery, wicker baskets, painting on wood, bread baking including milling the flour on a millstone; decorations and figures from straw, baking and decorating of honey gingerbreads, teasing of sheep wool and the painting of Easter eggs.
Trips and sightseeing: the free time can be fulfilled with various trips and sightseeing plus cultural experiences, including the sampling of local food, wine and spirits.
Accommodation: a cozy *** hotel in the center of Banská Štiavnica, located in one of the medieval houses built in the 16th century http://slovakia-touroperator.com/hotel-banska-stiavnica
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Family hotel situated in an old tavern, furnished in a traditional style of Slovak folk architecture
http://slovakia-touroperator.com/central-slovakia-family-hotel-near-bans...
TRIPS and CULTURE
Banska Stiavnica sightseeing (UNESCO site, historical city famous for gold ans silver mines)
Folklore evening: traditional food and a music band presenting mining and local folk traditions
Visit to the historical mine (Silver and gold mines dating back to the 17 century)
Trip to Štiavnica lakes – a unique system of artificial lakes, built in connection with the development of mining many centuries ago; beautiful nature, a walk around the largest of the lakes.
Walk to Kalvária - a complex of sacral buildings built in the 18th century on the hill above Banská Štiavnica; it was included in the List of the most endangered monuments of the world; beautiful views are plentiful and not only to the city.
Wine or spirits tasting, and a first hand look at traditions (local folkmusic and dancing) in a traditional Slovak restaurant where you can see and feel, how it looked many years ago in a Slovak village.
PRICE from € 454.00 (B&B 7 nights, transfers within Slovakia, the craft course, tour guide)
BEST TREKKING in SLOVAKIA
Slovakia has several mountain ranges in the north of the country where trekking, hiking and walking is a real pleasure
program for groups / individuals
Slovakia has several mountain ranges in the north of the country where trekking, hiking and walking is a real pleasure: the Small Fatra, the West Tatras, the High Tatras, the Slovak paradise. We offer you a combination of the most interesting trekking routes in the most interesting mountain ranges in Slovakia.
We arrange for you all you need: accommodation, all transfers, guide (or you can walk on your own – we provide you with maps and recommend trekking routes suitable for you), cultural trips and programs.: Choose your favourable trekking routes from the below alternatives (should you still looking for anything else, just tell us) and send us a request. We will tailor made it for you and calculate the price for you
Note: To indicate the difficulty of the trekking the routes are ranged 1-5 (1 – easy walking, small ascending/descending; 5 – heavy trekking, steep ascending/descending, rocks, trekking supported by hands -chains, ropes)
Indicative PRICES of accommodation: see below
| Transportation cost | (1-4 persons) |
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| Transfer from the Airport Schwechat Vienna to the High Tatras | € 295 |
| Transfer from the Airport Bratislava to the High Tatras | € 270 |
| Transfer from the Airport Krakow to the High Tatras | € 150 |
TREKKING IN THE SMALL FATRA MOUNTAINS
A diverse mountains in the west-north of Slovakia offering a variety of trekking Trekking paths
Accommodation in the Small Fatra: *** hotels, also small family fun hotels (price range EUR 50-75/dbl)
Character of the mountain range: a diverse mountains in the west-north of Slovakia offering a variety of trekking Trekking paths: forest routes, rocky pavements, canyons with waterfalls – climbing on iron ladders, stones and rocks– trekking with support of chains and ropes.
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| Difficulty: | 5 - demanding trekking |
| Duration: | 4,45 hours |
Trekking path 1A: Terchova (570 m) to one of the most interesting peaks Maly Rozsutec (1343 m) - Terchova
Trekking path in the woods, canyons with ladders, rocks, trekking with the support of hands, chains.
| Difficulty: | 3 |
| Duration: | 3,45 hours |
Trekking path 1B: Terchova (570 m) through Janosikove diery (920 m) to Stefanova (620 m) and back to Terchova
Trekking path in the woods, canyons with ladders
| Difficulty: | 3 |
| Duration: | 2 hours |
Trekking path 1C: Terchova (570 m) through Janosikove diery (720 m) back to Terchova
Trekking path in the woods, canyons with ladders
| Difficulty: | 4 |
| Duration: | 5,45 hours |
Trekking path 2 A: Vratna (750 m) to Velky Krivan (1708 m) through the chest of the Small Fatra to Vratna
Trekking path in the woods, grassy terrain, rocks
| Difficulty: | 3+ |
| Duration: | 4,15 hours |
Alternative Trekking path 2 B: Vratna (750 m) to the chest of the Small Fatra - trekking on the chest (the highest point 1645 m) to Vratna
Trekking path in the woods, grassy terrain, rocks
| Difficulty: | 3 |
| Duration: | 2,50 hours |
Alternative Trekking path 2 C: Vratna (750 m), lift to the chest (1524 m) trekking on the chest of Mala Fatra - the highest point 1645 m, (option: Velky Krivan -1708 m – 1,30 hours) - Vratna
Grassy terrain, rocks, Trekking path in the woods
| Difficulty: | 3+ |
| Duration: | 6 hours |
Alternative Trekking path 2 D: Vratna (750 m)to the chest of the Small Fatra – to Velky Krivan (1708 m), through the chest to Terchova - Branica (490 m)
Trekking paths in the woods, trekking on the chest of the Small Fatra - grassy terrain, rocks
TREKKING IN THE HIGH TATRAS
The highest Slovak mountains in the north of the country – the smallest Alpine type mountain range in the world
Accommodation: ***hotels in the High Tatras; (price range EUR 60 - 90/dbl)
Character of the mountain range: the highest Slovak mountains in the north of the country (border with Poland) – the smallest Alpine type mountain range in the world; forests, mountain streams, waterfalls, dwarf-pine, rocky peaks, terraces;
Trekking paths are mostly stone pavements, trekking/climbing to the peaks may be supported by iron chains.
Other activities available in the area: rafting, paragliding, bicycles, climbing with instructor, aqua park in Poprad (thermal water, outdoor and indoor relaxation pools, swimming pool, saunas), sightseeing, cultural evening (folk musicians, classic music septet).
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| Difficulty: | 5 |
| Duration: | 8 hours |
Trekking path 1 A: Strbske Pleso (1355 m) to Rysy (2499 m)
Trekking path in the woods, dwarf pine – mostly stone pavements, rocks, climbing supported by chains
| Difficulty: | 3 |
| Duration: | 5,15 hours |
Trekking path 2 A: Tatranska Lomnica (890 m) (cabine lift to Skalnate Pleso) (1725 m) through Velka Svistovka (2030 m) to Biela Voda (910 m)
Lift to Skalnate Pleso, dwarf-pine (stone pavement), rocky terrain, forest Trekking path
| Difficulty: | 3+ |
| Duration: | 7,50 hours |
Trekking path 2 B: Tatranska Lomnica (890 m) - Skalnate Pleso (1725 m) - ) through Velka Svistovka (2030 m) to Biela Voda (910 m)
Forest pavement, dwarf-pine (stone pavement), rocky terrain, forest Trekking path
| Difficulty: | 3+ |
| Duration: | 8,30 hours |
Trekking path 3 A: Tatranska Polianka (990 m) through Polsky hreben (2200 m) to Vychodna Vysoka (2429 m) and back
Forest pavement, dwarf-pine (stone pavement), rocky terrain, forest Trekking path
| Difficulty: | 3+ |
| Duration: | 6 hours |
Trekking path 3 B: Strbske Pleso (1350 m) to Predne Solisko (2117 m) - through Furkotska dolina to Strbske Pleso
Forest pavement, dwarf-pine (stone pavement), rocky terrain
| Difficulty: | 3 |
| Duration: | 3,30 hours + lift |
Trekking path 3 C: Strbske Pleso (1350 m) - chair lift to Chata pod Soliskom (1830 m) - Predne Solisko (2117 m) - through Furkotska dolina to Strbske Pleso
Forest pavement, dwarf-pine (stone pavement), rocky terrain
| Difficulty: | 3 |
| Duration: | 2,45 hours |
Trekking path 3 D: Strbske Pleso (1350 m) - chair lift to Chata pod Soliskom (1830 m) - Predne Solisko (2117 m) - Chata pod Soliskom (1830 m) - Strbske Pleso
Chair lift - dwarf-pine (stone pavement), rocky terrain, forest Trekking path (mostly stone pavement)
| Difficulty: | 2,5 |
| Duration: | 2,00 hours + lift |
Trekking path 4 A: Tatranska Lomnica - cabine lift to Skalnate Pleso (1751 m) through Studenovodske vodopady (1250 m) – Hrebienok (1285 m)
Lift, stone pavement (dwarf-pine, forest), waterfalls
| Difficulty: | 5 |
| Duration: | 8,00 hours |
Trekking path 5 A: peak Gerlach (available only with the mountain guide): Sliezky dom (1670) - Gerlachovsky stit (2655) – the same way back
Stone pavement (dwarf-pine), rocks, climbing supported by chains
TREKKING IN THE SLOVAK PARADISE / Spis sightseeing
mountains in the north-east of Slovakia, forest Trekking paths, rocky terraces with nice views, canyons of the river Hornad
Accommodation: ***hotels in the Slovak Paradise - Cingov (price range EUR 45-50/dbl)
Character of the mountain range: mountains in the north-east of Slovakia, forest Trekking paths, rocky terraces with nice views, canyons of the river Hornad (iron steps above the river), waterfalls - climbing on iron ladders;
Other activities available in the area: climbing with instructor, wellness in the hotel at Cingov, interesting cultural sights (UNESCO sites: Spis castle – the largest castle ground in Central Europe, Gothic church in Zehra with precious frescos, Levoca – a historical renaissance town - precious gothic church with amazing wooden gothic altar – the highest in the world), traditional dinner in the Sheppard`s cottage with Sheppard`s music- Fujara (UNESCO list of Intangible Heritage)
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| Difficulty: | 3,5 - 4 |
| Duration: | 5,30 hours |
Trekking path 1 A: Podlesok (545 m) – through the canyon Sucha Bela (955 m) to Klastorisko (745 m) - Cingov (495 m)
Trekking paths in the woods, canyons with high ladders, trekking with support of hands;
| Difficulty: | 3,5 |
| Duration: | 6,45 hours |
Trekking path 2A: Cingov (495 m) – Tomasovsky vyhlad (666 m) - Hrdlo Hornadu (535 m) – Letanovsky Mlyn (515 m)- Cingov (495 m)
Trekking path in the woods, canyon of the river Hornad (iron steps above the river -hiking with support of hands, chains).
| Difficulty: | 3 |
| Duration: | 3,20 hours |
Trekking path 2B: Cingov (495 m) – Tomasovsky vyhlad (666 m)– Letanovsky Mlyn (515 m)- Cingov (495 m)
Trekking paths in the woods, canyon of the river Hornad (iron steps above the river -trekking with support of hands, chains).
| Difficulty: | 3,5 - 4 |
| Duration: | 8,30 hours |
Trekking path 3A: Cingov (495 m) – Letanovsky mlyn (515 m) - Klastorska roklina – Klastorisko (ruins of the old monastery - end of the 13 century) through Velky Kysel – Glacka cesta – Klastorisko – Cingov
Trekking paths in the woods, canyon of the river Hornad (iron steps above the river, chains), canyons with ladders, trekking with support of hands
| Difficulty: | 3,5 - 4 |
| Duration: | 8,20 hours |
Trekking path 3B: Cingov (495 m) – Klastorisko - through Velky Kysel – Glacka cesta – Klastorisko – Letanovsky Mlyn (515 m) - Cingov
Trekking paths in the woods, canyon of the river Hornad (iron steps above the river, chains), canyons with ladders, trekking with support of hands
| Difficulty: | 2,5 - 3 |
| Duration: | 4,20 hours |
Trekking path 3C: Cingov (495 m) – Klastorisko – Letanovsky mlyn (515 m) - Cingov
Stone pavement (dwarf-pine), rocks, climbing supported by chains
TREKKING IN THE WEST / LOW TATRAS AND CHOCSKE VRCHY
Forest Trekking paths, stone pavements, rocky peaks
Accommodation: ***hotel in the West Tatras with wellness – good location to start trekking in the West Tatras and Chocske vrchy (price from EUR 55/dbl)
alternative: mountain chalet in the West Tatras (price range EUR 15 – 22/person (room without bathroom/with bathroom);
also available: a wide range of hotels in the Low Tatra mountains (price range EUR 60-90/dbl)
Character of the mountain ranges:
the West Tatras – similar to the character of the High Tatras, forest Trekking paths, stone pavements, rocky peaks (climbing supported by chains)
the Low Tatras - forest Trekking paths, stone pavements
Chocske vrchy – mostly forest Trekking paths, seldom stone pavements
Other activities: caves, rafting, paragliding, climbing with instructor, Aquapark Tatralandia - the largest water park in Slovakia, Czechia and Poland (thermal water, outdoor and indoor pools, slides, toboggans, water attractions, saunas), boat trip on the dam, cultural: open-air museum ( traditional folk architecture of the Liptov region), dinner with music (folk musicians, classic music septet)
The West Tatras / Chocske vrchy
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| Difficulty: | 5 |
| Duration: | 9,00 hours |
Trekking path 1A (West Tatras): Ustie Jaloveckej doliny (810 m) - Banikov (2178 m) –on the chest – rocks with many chains) - Ziarska chata (1325 m) - Ustie Ziarskej doliny (900 m)
Trekking paths in the woods, dwarf-pines, mostly stone pavement, rock – climbing supported by chains
| Difficulty: | 4 |
| Duration: | 7,30 hours |
Trekking path 1B (West Tatras): Ustie Jaloveckej doliny (810 m) - Banikov (2178 m) – Ziarska chata - (1325 m) - Ustie Ziarskej doliny (900 m)
Trekking paths in the woods, dwarf-pines, mostly stone pavement, rock – climbing supported by chains
| Difficulty: | 3+ |
| Duration: | 9,15 hours |
Trekking path 2A (West Tatras): Ustie Jaloveckej doliny (810 m) – Sivy vrch ( 1805 m) - Brestova - Salatin (2048 m) - Jalovecka dolina
Trekking paths in the woods, dwarf-pines, grassy area - mostly stone pavements
| Difficulty: | 3+ |
| Duration: | 8,00 hours |
Trekking path 2B (West Tatras): Ustie Jaloveckej doliny (810 m) – Sivy vrch - sedlo Palenica (1570 m)– Jalovecka dolina
Trekking paths in the woods, dwarf-pines, grassy area - mostly stone pavements
| Difficulty: | 3+ |
| Duration: | 7,00 hours |
Trekking path 2C (West Tatras): Ustie Jaloveckej doliny (810 m) – Sivy vrch ( 1805 m) – and back – mostly the same way
Trekking paths in the woods, dwarf-pines, grassy area - mostly stone pavements
| Difficulty: | 4 |
| Duration: | 9,30 hours |
Trekking path 3A (West Tatras): Ustie Ziarskej doliny (810 m) – Ziarske sedlo - Placlivo – Ostry Rohac – Placlivo (2125 m) - Smutne sedlo - Ustie Ziarskej doliny
(recommended accommodation at Ziarska chata)
Trekking paths in the woods, dwarf-pines - mostly stone pavements, rocky terrain, hiking supported by hands
| Difficulty: | 4 |
| Duration: | 7,30 hours |
Trekking path 3B (West Tatras): Ustie Ziarskej doliny (810 m) – Placlivo – Ziarska chata - Ustie Ziarskej doliny
Trekking paths in the woods, dwarf-pines - mostly stone pavements, rocky terrain
| Difficulty: | 2 |
| Duration: | 4,00 hours |
Trekking path 4A (Chocske vrchy): Kvacianska dolina (630 m), Velke Borove (830 m), Prosiecka dolina (605 m)
Trekking path in the woods along the stream, village Velke Borove, grassy terrain, Prosiecka dolina – one of the most
The Low Tatras
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| Difficulty: | 3,5 |
| Duration: | 6,30 hours |
Trekking path 1A (Low Tatras): Demanovska dolina ustie – Lukova (1670 m) – Chopok (2024 m) – trekking on the chest of the Low Tatras - Demanovska dolina
Forest Trekking path, stone Trekking paths - rather steep (3 hours up to Chopok), relatively flat chest (stone Trekking path), rather steep descend to Jasna (mostly stone Trekking path)
| Difficulty: | 3,15 |
| Duration: | 4,15 hours |
Trekking path 1B (Low Tatras): Demanovska jaskyna Slobody (843 m) – Sina (1560 m) – Demanovska jaskyna Slobody
Steep Trekking path in the woods, in the upper part also stone pavement
OTHER PLACES of INTEREST on the way from the Bratislava/Vienna airport
- Bratislava and surroundings – the capital of Slovakia, sights, cultural events (concert, opera), boat trip on the Danube, wine tasting, goose party;
- Banska Stiavnica and surroundings - UNESCO site; old historical mining town (golden and silver mines ) – sightseeing, visit of the old mine (17th century), chateaux Antol - one of the most interesting in Slovakia (former summer residence of the Bulgarian tsar Ferdinand Coburg); folk traditions, crafts, evening with folk music; easy hiking around Banska Stiavnica (nice views)
- Spa Piestany - the best known spa in Slovakia – thermal water and mud having extraordinary heeling effects; broad choice of treatments;
HOLIDAY in SLOVAKIA
Great combination of active holiday, beautiful nature, precious cultural sites ... tailor-made to your expectations.
Great combination of active holiday, beautiful nature, precious cultural sites ... tailor-made to your expectations.
The Tatras and the regions Liptov and Spis below the Tatras offer you a wide choice of active holiday - hiking and climbing opportunities of all difficulties, paragliding, cycling, rafting...and still more.
The regions belong to the pearls also in terms of culture, architecture, folk traditions.
Choose your favourable accommodation, trips and we will arrange all you need to spend your great holiday.
HOLIDAY in the LOW TATRAS
** Hotel in Zavazna Poruba (Liptov region, under the Low Tatras)
Newly built, cosy family run hotel in the valley under the Low Tatras offers comfortable accommodation in double and triple rooms and suites. Good restaurant with the choice of local traditional food and international cuisine will satisfy everybody. Friendly personal, close location to many places of interest…more at http://slovakia-touroperator.com/hotel-zavazna-poruba
PRICE
| € 127 | (7 nights/ accommodation in double room with breakfast) |
| € 174 | (7 nights/ accommodation in double room with HB) |
Single room supplement € 49
OTHER PRICES ON REQUEST
Transfer from the airport 1-4 persons
Transfer from the Airport Schwechat Vienna € 285
Transfer from the Airport Bratislava € 259
Transfer from the Airport Krakow € 159
OPTIONAL TRIPS on request
HOLIDAY in the HIGH TATRAS
*** Hotel in Tatranska Lomnica (High Tatras)
Cosy family run hotel in the centre of the High Tatras, great location, picturesque surroundings, comfortable accommodation in double, triple rooms and suites....more at http://slovakia-touroperator.com/high-tatras-hotel-tatranska-lomnica
PRICE
| € 224 | (7 nights/ accommodation in double room with breakfast) |
| € 274 | (7 nights/ accommodation in double room with HB) |
Single room supplement € 77
OTHER PRICES ON REQUEST
Transfer from the airport 1-4 persons
Transfer from the Airport Schwechat Vienna € 298
Transfer from the Airport Bratislava € 274
Transfer from the Airport Krakow € 149
http://slovakia-touroperator.com/optional-trips-high-tatras
HOLIDAY in the SLOVAK PARADISE
*** Hotel in the Slovak Paradise
Comfortable hotel situated in the National Park Slovak Paradise offers accommodation in double rooms and suites. Nice surroundings, beautiful view to the High Tatras, good cuisine, good starting point for trekking in the Slovak Paradise...more at http://slovakia-touroperator.com/slovak-paradise-spis-hotel-slovak-paradise
PRICE
| € 209 | (7 nights/ accommodation in double room with breakfast) |
| € 259 | (7 nights/ accommodation in double room with HB) |
Single room supplement € 77
OTHER PRICES ON REQUEST
Transfer from the airport 1-4 persons
Transfer from the Airport Schwechat Vienna € 314
Transfer from the Airport Bratislava € 294
Transfer from the Airport Krakow € 159
http://slovakia-touroperator.com/optional-trips-spis
*** Hotel in Levoca
Luxury hotel where you can feel the unique atmosphere of the reconstructed medieval house located in the centre of Levoca (UNESCO site). Accommodation in double rooms, family rooms and suites....more at http://slovakia-touroperator.com/slovak-paradisespis-hotel-u-leva
PRICE
| € 288 | (7 nights/ accommodation in double room with breakfast) |
| € 338 | (7 nights/ accommodation in double room with HB) |
Single room supplement € 98
OTHER PRICES ON REQUEST
Transfer from the airport 1-4 persons
Transfer from the Airport Schwechat Vienna € 314
Transfer from the Airport Bratislava € 294
Transfer from the Airport Krakow € 159
Locations
Optional trips: High Tatras
ON REQUEST
Optional trips: Liptov
ON REQUEST
Optional trips: SPIS
ON REQUEST
SIGHTSEEING & HIKING across SLOVAKIA
Admirable nature, magnificent mountains, history, splendid architecture, traditions, relaxation and pampering …all that we can offer you in our demanding 8-day trip through Slovakia – through the territory and through the history.
Day 1
The city of Bratislava, established in the 13th century –sightseeing during the day and night. (the historical centre, the gothic church St. Martins dom, the castle), dinner in one of the finest restaurants in the centre.
Accommodation: ****hotel in the Bratislava centre
Day 2
Banska Stiavnica (UNESCO site) – a historical mining city in central Slovakia, visit to the mine dating back to the 17th century, and a guided walking tour in the Stiavnicke vrchy mountains (difficulty grade 1-1,5), in the evening: splendid folk music programme.
Accommodation: *** hotel in the centre of Banska Stiavnica
Day 3
Admirable mountain village Vlkolinec (UNESCO site), a chairlift and then
hike to the chest of the Low Tatras. Lunch at a cosy mountain chalet, then
the hike continues on the chest and down to the Demänovska valley -
beautiful views on the both sides of the mountain range (Difficulty: grade
3-3.5)
Accommodation: *** hotel at the Liptov region
Day 4
Hiking in the amazing High Tatras, nice view and waterfalls – the highest in
the High Tatras. In the evening: a traditional dinner in a shepherds cottage
complete with local folk music – Fujara – the most traditional Slovak folk
instrument (UNESCO List of the Masterpieces of the Oral and Intangible
Heritage).
Accommodation: *** hotel in the Slovak paradise
Day 5
In the morning hiking in the picturesque Slovensky raj (Slovak paradise)
mountain range – peaceful woods but also canyons, rocky terraces.
(Difficulty: grade 3-3.5).
In the afternoon: the splendid historical city of Levoca (UNESCO site), a
gothic church complete with wooden altars of Master Paul –the highest in the
world is more than 16 m high.
Accommodation: *** hotel at the Slovak paradise
Day 6
Transfer to the Mala Fatra mountains, with hiking in canyons, waterfalls, and up ladders – just exciting! (Difficulty: grade 3-3.5).
Accommodation: *** hotel in the Mala Fatra mountains / altern. : ***+ hotel in Trencin
Day 7
A short stay in the world-famous Piestany spa – not only famous is Piestany
mud but a wide range of other treatments is also available. Accommodation: *** hotel in Piestany
Day 8
Departure (programme of the day shall be adjusted to the flight schedule).
PRICE from € 539
(min group of 20 paxs); price includes B&B in ***hotels (7x), all bus transfers within Slovakia, all entries, 2 tourguides
The scale of the hiking routes used here is on a scale of 1-5 grades. Grade’s 1-2 represent an easy walk with little or no climbing and descending, while grade’s 4-5 stands for heavy hiking, including climbing on rocks with the support of chains. Grade 3 is an average hike or climb.
Prices - Hiking and sightseeing
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| 539 € | Price includes B&B in ***hotels - 7 nights, transportation within Slovakia, all entries, 2 English speaking tourguides (other languages on request). |
| 589 € | As above + lunches (7 times). |
| 644 € | full board 7 nights, all trips, all entries and transfers, special dinners, music, entertainment) |
Prices - Hiking and sightseeing
| Prices based on a group of 10 people | |
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| 669 € | Price includes B&B in ***hotels - 7 nights, transportation within Slovakia, all entries, 1 English speaking tourguide (other languages on request) |
| 748 € | As above + lunches (7 times). |
| 799 € | (full board 7 nights, all trips, all entries and transfers, special dinners, music, entertainment) |
| Price based on a group of 4 people | |
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| 674 € | Price includes B&B in ***hotels - 7 nights, transportation within Slovakia, all entries, 1 English speaking tourguide (other languages on request) |
| 734 € | As above + lunches (7 times). |
| 784 € | (full board 7 nights, all entries and transfers, special dinner) |
More information about this programme
If You require more information about this programme You can download this .pdf file: hiking-programme
Locations
SPA BRUSNO / Central Slovakia
...though situated in the valley Hell, in a luxury ****spa hotel Polana you will feel like you are in Heaven.... situated in the heart of Slovakia, in the beautiful nature, surrounded by green woods offers a wide range of spa treatments.
RELAX STAY (price per person/night)
Single bedroom EUR 93
Double bedroom EUR 79
The price includes: accommodation, half board , doctor’s consultation, 2 treatments per day, free entry to the rehabilitation pool, sauna and steam bath
Minimum stay - 2 nights
SENIOR STAY (price per person/night)
Single bedroom EUR 93
Double bedroom EUR 79
The price includes:accommodation, full board, entry medical check, 3 treatments per day, free rehabilitation pool.
Minimum stay - 5 nights.
The stay is recommended for persons over 60 years old and handicapped persons
WEEKEND STAY (price per person/stay)
Double bedroom EUR 162
The price includes:2x accommodation, 2× half board, doctor’s consultation, 4 treatments, free entry to the rehabilitation pool, sauna and steam bath
MEDICAL MINI STAY (price per person/stay)
Double bedroom EUR 364
The price includes: 2x accommodation, 2× half board, doctor’s consultation, 9 treatments, free entry to the rehabilitation pool, sauna and steam bath
SPA PIESTANY
In terms of thermal and mineral springs Slovakia belongs to one of the richest countries in Europe. Of all of these various spa resorts, Piestany is the best known. The water and mud in Piestany is rich in sulphur and is excellent especially for the treatment of rheumatism and other disorders of motion.
Piestany mud is mentioned as early as the 16th century. Many important people visited and took treatments in Piestany, including Beethoven.
The spa is located on the beautiful Spa Island in a large park where many concerts and cultural events take place during the whole year.
Piestany - Bratislava airport 80 km
Piestany - Vienna airport 120 km
Piestany mud is mentioned as early as the 16th century. Many important people visited and took treatments in Piestany, including Beethoven.
The spa is located on the beautiful Spa Island in a large park where many concerts and cultural events take place during the whole year.
We can offer you a wide choice of additional activities and programs:
Wine tasting in Radošina - the wine from Radošina – Radošinsky klevner was served during the coronation ceremony of Her Majesty Elizabeth II
Goose party – very traditional mainly in the western part of Slovakia
Folk traditions and folklore - Slovak wedding and other more...
Guided walks in the woods to the near-by castle ruins
Visit of the city of Trencin, including the famous Trencin castle.
The spa stay can be combined with a stay in the capital Bratislava.
SPA STAYS
TASTE OF PIEŠŤANY
Price from € 38/night/dbl, min stay 2 nights
accommodation with HB, doctor`s consultation, 3 treatments (thermal bath/mirror pool, partial mood pack, partial classical massage)
REHABILITATION SPA STAY
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TAILOR-MADE for YOU
Our programs has not fully met your expectations? We still have something more to offer. The below listed activities can be fit into the program of your choice....or you can combine our programs and make something specific to you.
Do you still have anything else in mind you would like to do in Slovakia? Just tell us and we do our best to make your dreams come true…
Rafting with the Olympic winners Martikan & Mincik (Bratislava, Liptovsky Mikulas) – looking for adrenalin sports? White waters? Would you like to do it the way the Olympic winners do? Trainers in the Rafting school of Martikan& Mincik will lead you in your efforts.
Rafting on the Slovak rivers, climbing school, paragliding, balloon flight - a broad range of activities for everybody.
Riding historical Swith army bicycles – Low Carpathian mountains, Southern Moravia region, along the Danube from Slovakia to Austria.
Folklore festivals / music and dancing – usually in summer in different regions of Slovakia you can enjoy this extraordinary colourful show performed by beautiful girls and handsome boys and talented musicians.
An evening with the Slovak opera/ ballet (Slovak National Theatre in Bratislava) - splendid historical building of the theatre makes the atmosphere even more special.
3 COUNTRIES in 1 weekend
The extraordinary advantageous location of Bratislava – almost at the border of three countries gives you a unique opportunity to spend one weekend in three countries: Slovakia, Austria, Moravia – the region at the south-east of the Czech republic – all these being a part of Austro-Hungarian Empire in past.
This area is also famous for its wine production, so you can enjoy tasting the local wines and sampling excellent traditional dishes.
Thursday / Slovakia, Bratislava
Arrival, Bratislava sightseeing
The capital of Slovakia – Bratislava was established in the 13th century. The castle above the Danube had already been built much earlier on the ruins of an old settlement from the Great-Moravian period dating back to the 9th century.
Bratislava was one of the most important cities of the old Hungarian empire. It was the capital of the empire for more than 200 years.
In the evening you can enjow a dinner in one of the best Bratislava restaurants in the historical centre - including a special music program – famous Slovak fujara player.
Fujara – the most typical Slovak instrument listed on the UNESCO List of the Masterpieces of the Oral and Intangible Heritage
Accommodation: ***/****hotel in the centre of Bratislava
Friday / Slovakia, Bratislava surroundings
Boat trip along the Danube to the ruins of the Devin castle / LTERNATIVE:
A trip to the TV tower with round-turning restaurant from where you can enjoy beautiful views on Bratislava.
In the afternoon: Visit to Cerveny kamen castle (Red Rock Castle) - a beautifully restored baroque castle. The halls have been completely restored and offer a fascinating tour though the centuries. The portrait gallery is certainly worth visiting and the castle cellars, hiding an extensive defensive system, are the largest in Central Europe.
The villages around the castle are famous for their wine cellars. They are owned by many small wine producers and the local white wines belong to the best in Europe. Wine-tasting in an historical cellar built in the 16 century / ALTERNATIVE Goose party in the famous goose village: goose, cabbage and lokše and a glass of good wine from the low-carpatian cellers.
Accommodation: ***/****hotel in the Bratislava centre
Saturday / Austria, Vienna
Vienna – the capital of Austria, once the seat of the monarchs of Austro-Hungarian empire, a splendid city with many historical monuments.
In the morning you visit central Vienna with the famous gothic Dom of St. Stephan, the royal seat Hofburg with its imperial apartments, Empress Sisi museum, beautiful gardens, historical streets and old churches. You can sample typical Vienna cuisinne in a restaurant just a stone throw from Hofburg.
Afternoon:
Imperial Schönbrunn – the former summer residence of the imperial family is considered as one of the most beautiful baroque palaces in Europe (UNESCO site).
Take a "Grand Tour " of the palace and stroll along the chambers as Emperor Franz Joseph and his enchanting wife Sisi did... This baroque complex also contains a carefully shaped park, the Palm House, the Gloriette, “Labyrinth” and a zoo – considered to be the oldest in the world.
Accommodation: ***/****hotel in the centre of Bratislava
Sunday / Czech republic, Moravia region
A great combination of beautiful nature, admirable architecture and great wine and food in the famous Valtice-Lednice Area in the southern Morava (UNESCO site)
You will definitely be amazed by the beauty of the chateaux Lednice built in the style of Loira castles, once the summer residence of the Lichtenstein family.... and surprised by an old Minaret in the region where you could have hardly found Islam in the past...
Boat trip on the peaceful river of Dyje and in the evening – cheerful entertainment, tasteful dinner including tasting of Morava wines – you will definitely like to have some bottles at home!!!!
Accommodation: ***hotel in southern Moravia
Monday / Czech republic, Moravia region
Sightseeing - town of Mikulov – picturesque centre in the basin of three hills. Walk to the Holy Hill (the chapel of St. Sebastian and a campanile built in the 17th century) and for lunch enjoy a traditional Moravian cuisine – rather heavy but tasteful - and a glass of excellent bear or wine in one of the local restaurants in Mikulov.
Transfer to the airport, departure
Indicative PRICE from € 384 (min 20 paxs)
The price includes accommodation with breakfast (4 nights), tourguide, all bus transfers
OTHER PRICES ON REQUEST
WEEKEND / BRATISLAVA and VIENNA
Come to Bratislava – one of the smallest and youngest capitals in Europe
Come to Bratislava – one of the smallest and youngest capitals in Europe, to enjoy the beauty of the city and the attractions nearby – boat trip on the Danube, Slovak opera & ballet, sample the Slovak cuisine and fine wines of the Low-Carpathian region, goose-eating fests, trip to the Bratislava TV tower with a rotary restaurant offering nice views to the city....and still more...
You can combine this trip with the visit of Vienna. High speed boat will transfer you from the centre of Bratislava to the centre of Vienna in one and half hour (trips available from 21 March till 17 October).
We have chosen for you accommodation in comfortable **** hotels in the central Vienna reachable from the passanger port within several minutes. Should you prefer any other accommodation in Vienna, just send us a request. We will find accommodation to your preferences.
Choose your preferable hotel and we will arrange for you: accommodation in Bratislava and Vienna, transfer from the airport (Bratislava or Schwechat /Vienna – 40 km from the Bratislava centre), Bratislava sightseeing, transfer from Bratislava to Vienna by high speed boat, optional programs/trips to your choice including transportation.
Other trips and programs: see below; prices on request
The below prices include accommodation with breakfast for 2 persons (2 nights in a double room), Bratislava city sightseeing (coach with audio-guide).
Transportation from Schwechat airport to Bratislava (Mercedes class E) EUR 47 / one way
****AUSTRIA TREND HOTEL BRATISLAVA
*** OUR TIP ***
Newly build modern hotel in the centre, very good location, comfortable, luxury
Weekends + July, August: EUR 233 /2 nights/2 persons
Mo-Thu EUR 217 /2 nights/2 persons
More info on the hotel and photos: Austria-Trend
****+HOTEL MARROL`S BRATISLAVA
Luxury boutique hotel in the historical centre, intimate atmosphere
Weekends + July, August: EUR 245 /2 nights / 2 persons
Mo-Thu: EUR 347 /2 nights/2 persons
More info on the hotel and photos: Hotel Marrols
****CROWNE PLAZA BRATISLAVA
Modern comfortable hotel in the centre, very good location
Weekends + July, August: EUR 234 /2 nights/2 persons
Mo-Thu: EUR 274 /2 nights/2 persons
More info on the hotel and photos: Crowne-Plaza
****HOTEL TATRA BRATISLAVA
Modern and comfortable hotel in the centre, good location
Weekends + July, August: EUR 214 /2 nights/2 persons
Mo-Thu: EUR 224 /2 nights/2 persons
More info on the hotel and photos: Hotel Tatra
****ART HOTEL WILLIAM BRATISLAVA
Newly reconstructed hotel in the old town - offers a unique combination of historical features and modern luxurious equipment.
Weekends + July, August: EUR 204 /2 nights/2 persons
Mo-Thu: EUR 259 /2 nights/2 persons
More info on the hotel and photos: Art Hotel William
*** PENZION VIRGO BRATISLAVA
B&B hotel in the old town combines historical value and modern comfort.
Mo-Su, whole year: EUR 199 /2 nights/2 persons
More info on the hotel and photos: Hotel Virgo
APARTMENT RACIANSKA BRATISLAVA
Comfortable accommodation in an apartment in the broader centre (walking distance to the old town 30 min, tram 10 min). Self service apartment - living room with well furnished kitchenette and convertible sofa, one bedroom / 3 beds (second bedroom on request).
Mo-Su, whole year: EUR 129 /2 nights/2 persons (self-serviced breakfast)
(3rd a 4th person EUR 38/2 nights/person)
More info at: 
OPTIONAL TRIPS and PROGRAMS IN BRATISLAVA
prices including transportation on request
- Opera and ballet in the Slovak National Theatre
- Boat trip to the Devin Castle
- TV tower rotary restaurant
- Goose fest /restaurant in one of the famous goose villages near Bratislava
- Wine tasting /for groups of min 10 person / Bratislava cellar, Low-Carpathian cellars
- Dinner with folk music
VIENNA HOTELS
The below prices include accommodation with breakfast for 2 persons (2 nights in a double room) +
high speed boat transfer between Bratislava and Vienna.
**** HOTEL STEFANIE
Elegant hotel with three hundred years of history located just a minutes walk from the 1st District (Schwedenplatz). Perfect combination of history and modern comfort. Great Vienna cuisine served in a Restarant Kronprinz Rudolph with its courtyard garden.
03.01.2010 - 31.03.2010 (Mo-Su) EUR 273 /2 nights/2 persons
01.04.2010 - 30.06.2010 (Mo-Su) EUR 329 /2 nights/2 persons
01.09.2010 - 31.10.2010 (Mo-Su) EUR 329 /2 nights/2 persons
01.07.2010 - 31.08.2010 (Mo-Su) EUR 304 /2 nights/2 persons
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**** HOTEL CITY CENTRAL
Comfortable and cosy hotel is just a short walk from all the very centre of Vienna (one minute to (Schwedenplatz).. Even though located in the historical building (first mentioned in 1729) the hotel offers comfort and is equipped with all modern conveniences. Breakfast is served in a winter garden, lobby bar offers drinks, coffee and snacks.
03.01.2010 - 31.03.2010 (Mo-Su) EUR 265 /2 nights/2 persons
01.04.2010 - 30.06.2010 (Mo-Su) EUR 329 /2 nights/2 persons
01.09.2010 - 31.10.2010 (Mo-Su) EUR 329 /2 nights/2 persons
01.07.2010 - 31.08.2010 (Mo-Su) EUR 297 /2 nights/2 persons
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ALMA**** BOUTIQUE HOTEL
Newly renovated bed & breakfast hotel is located in a small, quiet alley just behind the Schwedenplatz. Modern architecture gives with a touch of Viennesse Art Nouveau in the historical centre of Vienna.
05.01.2010 - 24.03.2010 EUR 294 /2 nights/2 persons
25.03.2010-05.07.2010 EUR 363 /2 nights/2 persons
06.07.2010 - 30.08.2010 EUR 294 /2 nights/2 persons
31.08.2010-01.11.2010 EUR 363 /2 nights/2 persons
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Contact: info@slovakia-touroperator.sk ; phone +421-907-893319; +421-44-5528-176
