Day 01
Lake Bled, Bled Island and Bled Castle
- The tour starts with a walk around Lake Bled, followed by a boat ride into the heart of the lake. While boating, see the Church of the Mother of God on the island, its most recognisable landmark, as your tour guide shares the history of the island. The "Wishing Bell" within the church is what makes it famous among the many island visitors; by ringing it, people commend themselves to the Mother of God and make requests of her.
- Take public transport or hike up to the entrance of the castle, situated on a hilltop, and move to what was once a chapel. This chapel has beautifully painted walls and ceilings, which give it the illusion of being larger than it is.
- After the chapel, visit the museum at the castle to see some of its highlights and hear stories about the man who started tourism in Bled by promoting it as a therapeutic place. The castle's terrace, which rises 125 m (140 yards) above the lake, offers a gorgeous panoramic view of Bled town, Lake Bled, and the island. Along with the wonderful view, you will be accompanied by stories of legends and the life of the locals in Bled.
- Next, visit a copy of Gutenberg's printing house, located nearby, and find out all about printing and how it was carried out six hundred and fifty years ago.
