Postojna Cave and Predjama Castle Bike Tour from Ljubljana

Name: Postojna Cave and Predjama Castle Bike Tour from Ljubljana
Brand: Top Ljubljana Foods Food Tours
SKU: 4ac3fd73-9f3b-48a4-857d-6aefdd10532b

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Summary

So, how is it possible that Lake Cerknica disappears all of a sudden? Is it physics or is it magic? Wait ‘til we get to the lake, hear the story of witch Uršula, and decide for yourself. Magical spirit of legends will follow us to the most known of Slovenia’s sights, Postojna Cave. This Karst cave system of monumental passages, a Concert hall with exquisite acoustics, an intriguing Spaghetti hall, are all a home to endemic olm - proteus anguinus. Who or what is Proteus anguinus? A rather non-explicable species, which you simply have to see. You’ll conclude this memorable and grandiose exploration with a visit to Predjama castle, where you will hear the story of the castle’s lord Erazem and his interesting life. Lake Cerknica – an intermittent lake and a unique karst phenomenon Postojna Cave – the most visited natural sight of Slovenia and a home to Proteus anguinus Proteus anguinus – the only representative of cave vertebrates, a unique amphibian that can only be found in the area of Karst. Predjama Castle – a grand mansion, merged with a mountain and a system of underground passages and chasms, that keep the legend of lord Erazem alive

Tour info

Duration

1 day

Why take this tour?

Slovenia’s grandest natural miracles. The country’s most visited site and one of the most fascinating castles. Postojna Cave is the most prominent of Slovenia’s sights, and paradise for explorers of nature’s miracles. A system of 24 kilometers, that river Pivka created throughout the history, has been first described in the 17th century, but it has been a home to Proteus anguinus for thousands of years. Lake Cerknica is another miracle of Karst region that you shouldn’t miss. Now you see it, now you don’t. It is an intermittent lake that is said to have always been a mysterious site, with witches performing their shilly-shally on its banks! Who knows, perhaps it is all still happening … A magical day will be completed with a medieval story of knight Erazem Lueger, a lord to the striking Predjama castle.

What’s included?

Transportation from and back to hotel
Guidance and accompaniment
Bike rental (hardtail mountain bike)
Bicycle helmets
Visit to Postojna Cave
Personal consumption
Entrance fee for Predjama Castle
Gratuities

Things to know

Before you book

Duration: 24h
Mobile tickets accepted
Instant confirmation

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

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Top Ljubljana Foods city tour combines a guided city tour and a delicious food walk. Get to know the history of the people of Ljubljana and taste the most famous traditional dishes. Perfect for short stays and first days! Get familiar with the town and see and hear where to return for a meal, where to shop and which tourist traps to avoid. Dobrodosli v Ljubljani!