Slovenia and Croatia Photo Tour

On day two, you'll rise early for a sunrise session back along the fairytale shoreline of Lake Bled. Thereafter, where you head for photography will depend largely upon the autumn foliage and the prevailing weather conditions. Fear not, as your expert guides will keep an eye on the forecast, ensuring that you'll be at all of the best places at the right times to take advantage of all that this spectacular area has in store. The majority of your time will be spent unearthing photogenic locations around the traditional Upper Carniola (Gorenjska) region for sunrise and sunset sessions, where charming castles, churches and villages are offset by a backdrop of majestic mountains. Though there will be no fixed itinerary, you'll have a lot of time to explore the breathtaking landscapes around Lake Bled and the Julian Alps, as well as to experience its rich cultural heritage.

Among some of the highlights that we will visit is the spectacular 1.6km Vintgar Gorge within Triglav National Park. With its mindblowing turquoise water and incredible waterfall made accessible by a wooden walkway, this magical landscape hides a treasure trove of opportunities for photography all along the Radovna River. We'll take our time visiting several observation decks for vantage points over the rapids, taking in the peace and serenity as we unearth fascinating compositions between the gorgeous beech forests, draped in the glorious shades of fall.

Within the romantic surrounds of the Julian Alps, you'll also find Jamnik Church, which is one of Slovenia's most famous destinations. Situated atop a hill with the Kamnik alps and Storžic mountain making for a stunning backdrop in the distance, this church is incredibly photogenic, particularly when surrounded by mist at sunrise. Nearby is the St. Tomaž church, which is one of the oldest churches in the region. If we are lucky, we'll be able to capture this very special place surrounded by a blanket of mystical fog during one of the mornings. If time allows, then we'll also make a visit to the 700 year old St. John church by Bohinj Lake. It's a very picturesque building that offers panoramic views of the surrounding mountains. At its foot is an attractive stone bridge and inside, you'll find some fascinating frescoes. Needless to say, our focus will not just be on the landscapes within this region; we'll also spend our time immersing ourselves in the local culture as we capture the ins and outs of daily life amongst the villages near the lake, including the famous hayracks unique to Slovenia.

On day five, we'll have breakfast before heading out for a final sunrise session at Lake Bled. Thereafter, we'll pack our belongings and continue onwards to Croatia, into the breathtaking surrounds of the Plitvice Lakes National Park. This UNESCO World Heritage Site is a place of exceptional, raw beauty – famous for its turquoise lakes, pristine forests and cascading waterfalls. For the next two days, we'll take our time exploring the region, with its endlessly unique and awe-inspiring scenery. Here, you will find limestone rocks separating 16 spectacular lakes, surrounded by a valley of foliage dripping in hues of gold, red and burnt orange.

On day six, we'll continue exploring the Plitvice Lakes National Park, which sprawls over an area of 300 square kilometres. We'll chase waterfalls, immerse ourselves in the woodlands and capture the autumn vegetation as we follow a series of boardwalks and pathways throughout the Upper and Lower lakes. There is so much to photograph, including a variety of streams, canyons and caves. The diversity of landscape makes it the perfect place to practice experimenting with shutter speed for fascinating long exposure effects.

This will be the final day of our photography adventure. After breakfast, we'll head out for a sunrise session within the beautiful surrounds of the Plitvice Lakes National Park, before making our way to Zagreb International Airport. Depending on the traffic, we anticipate to arrive at the airport around 12 to 1pm in the afternoon. As such, we kindly ask that you book any flights for after 3pm, to accommodate for any delays.