The Peaks of Switzerland to
the Shores of the Adriatic

Like all Alpine motorcycle Adventures, the eastern itinerary begins and ends in Munich. To start the late May adventure, we enjoy a free day in Munich, Bavaria's capital city. A free day in Munich allows you time to inspect this lovely city, or to head into the countryside and get to know your bike.
 
From there, it’s a pleasant transition, with exciting riding, to scenic Austria.

Now, for something radically different - the Julian Alps of Slovenia, where the mountains leap from the valleys to form a formidable natural border, punctured by the Vrsic Saddle at 5,285 feet, the watershed between the Black Sea and the Adriatic.

The divide in language, in architecture, and in history is sharper between Slovenia and Italy or Austria than any other countries on the itinerary.

Villages along the route retain their appearance of third-world, pre-war countries. Slovenia is a tidy, appealing land. Castles, museums, and churches retain a late Gothic quality as if time is standing still.

Turning south from Zgornje Jezersko, Slovenia, you’ll be stunned by the beauty of Croatia's azure Adriatic coastline. Long a favorite for Europeans, this area is relatively unknown to North American riders. Croatia offers an interesting mix of mountain riding and coastal views.

Opatija sits on a thin strip of land where a promenade affords you views of the sea on one side and the foothills of Mount Ucka on the other. Three days in Croatia provide a great contrast to the Italian Dolomites, where towering peaks dominate the skyline.

This six-country tour offers more contrasts than any other alpine tour, from the urban sophistication of Munich to the quaintness of the Croatian villages.

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