RIDE THE TRAIN PLUS A TOUR OF THE REGION OF GORIŠKA BRDA

DEPARTURES 2017:
06th,20th May  | 03th,10th,17th,24th June | 8th July | 19th August | 9th,16th,23rdSeptember | 14th October | 4th November

At 8:53 AM, our vintage train will depart from Jesenice and continue past Bled, Bohinjska Bistrica, Most na Soči and Kanal to its final stop at Nova Gorica, where the arrival is scheduled for 11:57 AM.

This three-hour-long train ride along the Bohinj railway will undoubtedly be an unforgettable experience for any true rail enthusiast. The views of Lake Bled, passing through numerous gorges, crossing many tunnels, the longest of which measures 6,327 m (3.93 miles), never fail to impress. Make sure your cameras are at hand! On the train, we will be accompanied by tour guides and staff who will conjure up a merry atmosphere and provide information about the train, the Bohinj railway itself and the regions along the route. The train also has a restaurant carriage serving a selection of drinks and light snacks.

We will alight at the railway station in Kanal and continue the journey by bus – accompanied by tour guides, we will drive along the river Soča past the villages Anhovo and Plave to the wine-growing region at the Slovene-Italian border – Goriška Brda. In this picturesque area, we will enjoy the views of beautiful small villages, vineyards and fruit gardens. On our way to Dobrovo, the centre of Goriška Brda, we will make a short stop in the village Gonjače and climb up a 23 m (75.5 ft) observation tower offering panoramic views of the entire Goriška Brda region. If we are lucky and the weather is fine, one can see as far as the neighbouring regions of the Vipava valley, the Kras plateau,Friuli in Italy, as well as the Italian Dolomites and the Julian Alps. Afterwards, our journey will continue past the medieval village of Šmartno into the centre of the region, Dobrovo. And given that we will have been ‘on the road’ for quite a while by then, this will be the perfect time to stop for lunch, which will be served at one of the local restaurants. 

Before our return to the Soča valley, we will also visit the largest wine cellar in the region where you will be able to purchase some of the most exquisite wines of Goriška Brda. Returning to Nova Gorica, the centre of the western part of Slovenia, lying right at the Slovene-Italian border, we will board the steam train again and start our railway journey back towards the region of Gorenjska.

Pricelist
Children 0-6 years - Free of charge*
Children 6-12 years  – 39 EUR
Adults – 75 EUR 

* Accompanied by at least one adult. Meal is not included.

The price includes: Steam train ride, local bus rides, meal, guided visit of the wine cellar,  entertainment programme, English speaking guide, all arrangements and VAT.

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TO THE FAMOUS CHERRY FESTIVAL IN GORIŠKA BRDA WITH THE VINTAGE TRAIN

DEPARTURES 2017:
10th June

At 8:53 AM, our vintage train will depart from Jesenice and continue past Bled, Bohinjska Bistrica, Most na Soči and Kanal to its final stop at Nova Gorica, where the arrival is scheduled for 11:57 AM. This three-hour-long train ride along the Bohinj railway will undoubtedly be an unforgettable experience for any true rail enthusiast. The views of Lake Bled, passing through numerous gorges, crossing many tunnels, the longest of which measures 6,327 m (3.93 miles), never fail to impress. Make sure your cameras are at hand! On the train, we will be accompanied by tour guides and staff who will conjure up a merry atmosphere and provide information about the train, the Bohinj railway itself and the regions along the route. The train also has a restaurant carriage serving a selection of drinks and light snacks.

Alighting at Kanal train station, we will continue the journey by bus. Accompanied by tour guides, we will pass through Soča valley past Anhovo and Plave and then west towards Dobrovo in Goriška Brda Hills where we are expected to arrive around noon. The main reason for our visit this time is of course the famous Cherry Feast. The Cherry Feast is the region’s best-known and loved cultural event that attracts over 30,000 visitors to Brda each year. The organisers always do a great job in presenting the region’s folklore and traditions through various cultural and musical events. But the main reason to visit Brda at this time of year are naturally the famous cherries. We will have enough free time at Dobrovo to experience first hand the lively atmosphere, strolling among stands abounding not only in the ubiquitous cherries, but also other produce and artefacts made by the skilful and resourceful women of Brici/Brda. The bus will pick us up at 3:30 PM and take us to Nova Gorica to board the train bound for Gorenjska.

Pricelist
Children 0-6 years - Free of charge*
Children 6-12 years  – 32 EUR
Adults – 55 EUR 

* Accompanied by at least one adult.

The price includes: Steam train ride, local bus ride to Goriška Brda, English speaking guide, all arrangements and VAT.

You can also take the vintage train to go along the Bohinj railway. More info: Ride on a vintage train - along the Bohinj railway.