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The Land of Jurij Vega

This hiking tour includes the villages where the world renowned mathematician Jurij Vega (1754-1802) was born and raised.

The tour takes you to the village of Dolsko and its surrounding forested hills criss-crossed with hiking trails. Beginning with a tasting session of local specialities and ending at a traditional 'gostilna' restaurant named after the famous mathematician, the tour includes several local attractions, such as a rare wild grapevine species, the ruins of Tovoro Castle, and the Jurij Vega Museum in the village of Zagorica. 

The price includes

  • return transfer from Ljubljana to the hiking tour departure point
  • lunch

Schedule

  • April 1 - October 31: Every day at 8:30
  • November 1 - March 31: Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday at 8:30

Duration

Tour duration: six hours. Hiking time: three hours. 

Number of participants

The tour requires a minimum of 2 people to operate. 

Departure point

The departure point will be agreed on booking. 

Tour route

Dolsko – Vinje – Sv. Trojica – Zg. Javoršica – Murovica – Zagorica – Dolsko  

Language options

Slovenian, English, German, Croatian, Serbian.
Several other language options are available for groups of six or more people by arrangement with the tour organizer. 

Notes

  • This is an easy hiking tour suitable for all ages.
  • Make sure to wear hiking shoes and bring along a rucksack and some water.
  • The tour is available throughout the year if the weather permits.