Slovakia · National Parks

13-Hour Small Fatra and Zilina Tour from Bratislava with Terchova

13 Hours Round trip from Malá Fatra Easy pace

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 Explore Small Fatra National Park, renowned for its diverse flora and fauna
02 Visit Terchova village, famous for its folk traditions and as the birthplace of the Slovak Robin Hood
03 Enjoy a funicular ride to Snilovske Peak for panoramic views, subject to weather conditions
04 Discover Zilina's historical sites, including the Church of Holy Trinity and Burian Tower
05 Delight in a two-course lunch at a local restaurant, with an optional sheep cheese workshop

Take a day trip to the countryside and to Small Fatra National Park, considered one of the most beautiful parks in Slovakia and home to a wide variety of flora and fauna. Alongside its natural scenery, enjoy a rich cultural experience in Terchova, the birthplace of the Slovak Robin Hood and a village famous for its folk traditions. End the tour in Zilina, the centre of north-west Slovakia, where you will discover the city's main historical highlights.

Take a day trip to the countryside and to Small Fatra National Park, considered one of the most beautiful parks in Slovakia and home to a wide variety of flora and fauna.

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At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 13 Hours

Tour type Shared

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

Cities Bratislava, Zilina

Languages English, Russian, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

From Bratislava to Small Fatra, Terchova and Zilina

07:30: Pick-up from the clients' address in Bratislava. Arrival back in Bratislava at 9:47 pm, followed by transfer to the clients' address in Bratislava.
Transfer to the railway station.
08:13: Train departure to Zilina.
10:37: Arrival in Zilina.
- Meet your driver-guide and depart for Vratna Valley. Along the way, the driver-guide will explain the history of Slovakia and the Small Fatra region.
- Arrive in Vratna Valley and take the funicular to Snilovske Peak (1,524 m). Enjoy a short stroll at Snilovske Peak and savour the unique views.
- Descend by funicular back to Vratna. The funicular is subject to change, and in bad weather conditions it can be replaced by another activity. Visit Vratna Mountain Pass.
- Afterwards, arrive in the famous Slovak village of Terchova, notable for its folk traditions. Terchova Music has been part of the UNESCO Heritage Site since 2013.
- Enjoy a two-course lunch at a local restaurant.
- Continue with a visit to the parish church of St. Cyril & Method.
- Discover the wooden creche at the church. Optional visit to a traditional sheep farm (Salas) is available for a surcharge.
- Take part in a workshop on making traditional sheep cheese (Korbacik), with a photo shoot in traditional Slovak dresses.
- Continue to Zilina, the capital of north-west Slovakia. Discover the city's main highlights: the Church of Holy Trinity, Burian Tower, Marianske Square, Catholic House, Bank Palace, Rosendelf Palace, and the Church of St. Stephan from the 11th century.
19:23: Transfer to Zilina train station. Train back to Bratislava.
21:47: Arrival in Bratislava and transfer to your accommodation within Bratislava.