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Discover Ljubljana on Ljubljanica River Private Boat Tour

About the experience

The Ljubljanica has always been the city's best-kept secret. Now it's yours. Your exclusive 50-minute journey departs from Breg, winding south along the river's quiet current - past the stone arches of St. Jakob's Bridge and the elegant cast-iron Hradecki, toward the point where the Gradaščica merges silently into the Ljubljanica. The sculpted shores of Trnovski pristan drift by before we reach Špica, where generations of Ljubljančani once swam and sunbathed on lazy summer afternoons. On the return, the city opens up in full. The castle watches from above, Baroque facades line the banks, and one iconic bridge follows another: Cobbler's, Triple, Butcher's, Dragon's - until Plečnik's timeless Sluice Gate signals the final turn back to Breg. No crowds. No fixed itinerary. Just the river, the city, and your group. Drinks and finger food can be arranged as optional add-ons, charged separately.

What exactly is included

Ljubljana private exclusive boat tour
Departure from Breg embankment
Historic bridges: St. Jakob's, Hradecki, Cobbler's, Triple, Butcher's, Dragon's & Grain Bridge
Confluence of rivers Gradaščica & Ljubljanica
Trnovski pristan - manicured riverside shores
Špica - iconic local swimming & sunbathing spot
Gruber Channel & the historic city harbour
Views of Ljubljana Castle
Baroque architecture of Old, City & New Square
Franciscan Church & St. Mary Annunciation
Plečnik's Sluice Gate: a WWII-era masterpiece
Riverside rowing, kayak & canoe clubs
Drinks and finger food are additional options sold/charged separately.

Free cancellation

Full amount up to 48h before the service starts

Min and max number of people

1 - 50

Languages

Slovenian, English

Payment method

Online payment

Has to be booked in advance (minimally)

20 h

Private experience available

This service has private experience offers.

Transfer

Book here if pick-up is not included.

Offer and prices

Ljubljanica Exclusive Private Boat tour up to 24 people

€250.00

Max 24 people

Ljubljanica Exclusive Private Boat tour 25-35 people

€330.00

Max 35 people

Ljubljanica Exclusive Private Boat tour 36-50 people

€370.00

Max 50 people

Location or meeting point

If you think you might have trouble finding the exact location, do not worry. Upon booking confirmation we will deliver exact coordinates to your email address. In your voucher you will receive instructions on how to reach the location correctly, as well (if provided by the host). Some agencies will let you pick among several pick-up locations or pick you at the specific location of your own choice (e.g. your apartment). This is why they have your phone number and you have theirs - so you can easily arrange this over the phone.

Need a transfer to the location?

If you need a transfer, book it here or contact us at +385 91 373 9030 / experiences@authland.com.

After booking your experience you will have an option to book a transfer to the destination, as well.

Why this local experience is authentic

The Ljubljanica is more than a river; it is Ljubljana’s living archive. From the waterline, bridges and façades reveal their true relationships, and the city unfolds as a coherent narrative rather than a series of sights. Aboard a silent electric vessel, guests glide through history, reading squares and shorelines as a continuous, intimate dialogue between past and present.

Surrounding area

Ljubljana 0 km
Zagreb 145 km
Maribor 130 km
Trieste 94 km
Graz 199 km

Additional features

Characteristics

Pets allowed
Adapted for disabled people

Remarks

From late November through early January, the city glows with festive illumination. During this period, 50-minute tours run between 11:00–15:00, subject to demand. Tours between January and April are also available when demand, weather, and river conditions align. River Flow Limits: We monitor the Ljubljanica's flow closely. Normal operations run below 100 m³/s; the absolute maximum is 120 m³/s (31,700 US gal/s). Beyond this threshold, safety requires suspension of all tours. When We Cancel: Heavy rain, dense fog, strong currents, or floating debris may force cancellations. River flow is the most common reason. When debris risk is present, we act early — guest safety always comes first. It is our sincere intention to operate without interruption and keep every guest, partner, and booking honoured. Nature, however, occasionally decides otherwise. In such cases, we will always communicate promptly and transparently.