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Croatian Wine & Culinary Tour with Truffle Fair

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$3,798 USD *
(For One Person, Double Occupancy)
* Plus taxes. Tours sold on an availability basis.
6 days | 5 nights

Excursion through Slovenia and Istria
Including Trieste, Piran, Porec, Pula and Rovinj

With fine wine, artisanal olive oil, local prosciutto ham, organic meats, fresh seafood and that gourmet aphrodisiac jewel, “The Truffle”, you'll experience a made to order culinary vacation. The carefully selected restaurant experiences are ones that will show the most wonderful side of local farm or sea to table cuisine in breathtaking locations that rival Italy. Your experience will be enhanced by Alek, your own licensed tour guide with an art and cultural history background. He is experienced as a sommelier, olive oil and truffle tasting guide and worked as a regional CNBC Asia news correspondent and knows how to tell a story and present it in a memorable way.
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VACATION HIGHLIGHTS
Please note: Tour inclusions can change depending upon seasonality and weather conditions.
Trieste Centrale Train Station Transfers
5 Nights Luxury Accommodations
5 Breakfasts, 1 Lunch, 3 Dinners
Luxury Ground Transfers
Truffle Fair and Tasting
Guided Truffle Hunting
Olive Oil Tastings
Winery Tours and Tastings with Snacks
Cheese Tasting
Honey based Cosmetics and Tastings
Cultural Town Tours
All Entrance Fees
Free Time Each Day
English Speaking Tour Guide
Wine and Olive Oil Sommelier
While our tours are designed as soft adventure experiences, walking, climbing stairs, and in rare cases mild hiking may be required. If you have mobility issues, you should speak with one of our culinary travel specialists to determine if this tour is appropriate for your situation.
AVAILABLE DATES
Select weeks in September, October and November
SAMPLE ITINERARY
Please note: Actual itineraries are subject to change due to seasonality.
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Day 1
Arrival Trieste Centrale Train Station | Trieste | Picturesque Piran | Porec
You'll be greeted at Trieste Centrale Train Station, visit Trieste in Italy and Piran in Slovenia and then traverse into Istria, Croatia. The romantic melancholy of Trieste's often windswept streets (the bora, a fierce wind that blows down from the Carso plateau, is a source of local pride), the resilient grandeur of its Habsburg buildings, the people (part Italian, part Slavic), the coffee (this is the home of Illy, arguably the best espresso in the world) and the chance to discover why James Joyce spent a decade of his life in this city. One of the most photogenic cities in the Mediterranean, Piran has preserved its unsurpassed charm. Enter the picturesque Piran, get to know its rich history and culture, and listen to the stories of our people. You will be charmed by the narrow streets within the old town wall. On the pier, you can catch sight of fisherman unraveling a fishing net. The proximity to the sea and the rich history, which is mirrored in the architecture, draw magical scenes. Upon arrival at the hotel, take some time to settle into your lavish accommodations literally surrounded by the deep blue Adriatic Sea, greeted by the view of neighboring Sveti Nikola Island.
Day 2
Morning Breakfast Buffet
Each morning, relax and enjoy breakfast by the sea. The hotel serves a full international buffet breakfast to energize you for the adventures ahead. Savor fresh fruits, yogurts, bread and pastries, as well as cooked to order items. If long, leisurely breakfasts aren’t your thing, grab a quick bite and take a walk by the sea as a perfect way to start your day.
Motovun Historical Walking Tours | Honey Tasting
Motovun, a medieval hill-top city overlooking the Mirna river valley that features breathtaking views. You'll learn about the city's historical significance from your experienced tour guide. From there, your day takes a sweet turn as you visit the Jankovic family honey tasting room. Sample various types of honey such as acacia, linden-tree, lavender, chestnut, and meadow herb-infused honey. You can also explore flavored honey, honey-based cosmetics and a honey-infused grappa called Medica, all while learning the history of beekeeping, types of hives used in the past and all about the healing properties of honey.
Guided Truffle Hunt | Truffle Fair | Lunch and Truffle Tasting
As a part of promoting Istrian truffles, Zigante family offers guided truffle searches in the Motovun forest, only one mile away from world famous Michelin rated restaurant Zigante. Truffle searches are led by experienced truffle hunters with specially trained tracking dogs. Instruction about the basics of truffle hunting and the procedure of searching for truffles and the truffle hunters sometimes reveal some of the secret locations abundant with truffles. Enjoy a light lunch with a choice of homemade pasta or an omelette with truffles at the Zigante truffle fair. Wine tastings at the wine fair will enhance your experience, and you can continue truffle-themed tastings at the Zigante Delicatessen Shop, which produces high-quality olive oil and wine in addition to fresh white and black truffles.
Day 3
Morning Breakfast Buffet
Each morning, relax and enjoy breakfast by the sea. The hotel serves a full international buffet breakfast to energize you for the adventures ahead. Savor fresh fruits, yogurts, bread and pastries, as well as cooked to order items. If long, leisurely breakfasts aren’t your thing, grab a quick bite and take a walk by the sea as a perfect way to start your day.
Latus Dairy | Rovinj Walking Tour |Chiavalon Olive Oil Estate
A small family company located in the heart of Istria surrounded by pastures, at the hill above the village of Orbanici has been producing high-quality dairy products based on its own cows' milk since the end of the last century. The love they invest in every liter of milk is transformed into the tastes of the Latus dairy products. Head to Rovinj, also known as the pearl of the Adriatic. Feel the enchantment of the town in its narrow medieval streets, warm Mediterranean setting and magnificent views of the open sea. You'll visit the Chiavalon Olive Oil Estate, one of the leading olive oil producers in Istria and the world. This family-run estate is truly a labor of love and the Chiavalons guarantee the olive oil you taste here will be the best you've ever had. During your tasting, learn all about the cultivation of olive trees and the work it takes to produce this liquid gold while employing special tasting glasses to bring out the best in the Chiavalon oils.
Pula Walking Tour | Roman Coliseum | Istrian Traditional Dinner
Following your tasting, head to Pula for a walking tour of historic downtown. The central attraction of this 3,000-year-old city is the Roman amphitheater, one of only six preserved in the world. Follow the paths of the gladiators as your guide leads you through here and the other architectural gems in the town center. This is a perfect place to have lunch on your own and enjoy some free time to stroll through Pula. After your guided tour, spend some free time in the city before sitting down to an authentic Istrian dinner
Day 4
Morning Breakfast Buffet
Each morning, relax and enjoy breakfast by the sea. The hotel serves a full international buffet breakfast to energize you for the adventures ahead. Savor fresh fruits, yogurts, bread and pastries, as well as cooked to order items. If long, leisurely breakfasts aren’t your thing, grab a quick bite and take a walk by the sea as a perfect way to start your day.
St. Euphrasius Basilica | Degrassi Winery | Groznjan Tour | Kozlovic Winery | Traditional Travern Dinner
Today, make sure to wear your walking shoes and bring a camera! .A morning visit walking tour to St Euphrasius Basilica, a UNESCO heritage site by the sea will unite the past with the present. Family tradition is an essential part of the Degrassi wine story, committed from the very beginning to superior quality and at the same time expressive wines with a distinct character, There is an equal percentage of white and red varieties available to taste. The family philosophy of Kozlovic is based on togetherness and each generation of the family have been creating wines and today they are planting indigenous varieties – Malvasia, Muscat Momiano, Muscat Rose, and Teran. From International varieties, they grow Sauvignon Blanc, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Merlot. Harvest is done by hand exclusively. In front of the winery, there is splendid, roofed terrace fenced in by glass, overlooking the vineyards in Valle valley. The days activities will be drawn to an end with a Traditional Travern meal in North Istria.
Day 5
Morning Breakfast Buffet
Each morning, relax and enjoy breakfast by the sea. The hotel serves a full international buffet breakfast to energize you for the adventures ahead. Savor fresh fruits, yogurts, bread and pastries, as well as cooked to order items. If long, leisurely breakfasts aren’t your thing, grab a quick bite and take a walk by the sea as a perfect way to start your day.
Free Time to Explore on Own | Farewell Dinner at Michelin Award Winner
On this day you can take full advantage to explore the sights. sounds, tastes and traditions of Porec or to indulge in your hotel’s spa and wellness area. For your final dinner, experience one of the most beautiful restaurant sunsets imaginable. Sveti Nikola is Michelin guide award-winning restaurant overlooking the harbor where you’ll dine on flawless Mediterranean dishes featuring local meats, seafood, and truffles. The delightful, romantic atmosphere and amazing food create the perfect dining experience for your final evening in Croatia.
Day 6
Morning Breakfast Buffet
Each morning, relax and enjoy breakfast by the sea. The hotel serves a full international buffet breakfast to energize you for the adventures ahead. Savor fresh fruits, yogurts, bread and pastries, as well as cooked to order items. If long, leisurely breakfasts aren’t your thing, grab a quick bite and take a walk by the sea as a perfect way to start your day.
Departure for Trieste Centrale Train Station
After a final buffet breakfast at the hotel, you will be escorted back to the Trieste Centrale Train Station. Though the trip has come to an end, you’ll forever enjoy the many wonderful memories of your Croatian Truffle Shuffle.
Trieste, ItalyPiran, SloveniaPorec, CroatiaPula, CroatiaRovinj, Croatia
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OUTSTANDING
CULINARY TRAVEL
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