Top Friuli-Venezia Giulia Spring Break

This is an ideal choice for wine lovers visiting Italy. Spend a day discovering the highlights of the picturesque Collio wine region. Avoid the hassle of booking taxis between sites, and enjoy the convenience of having door-to-door transfers included. See incredible scenery, visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Cividale del Friuli, and get the chance to try delicious wine along the way too.

You are in Trieste, done with all main sightseeing, and now what? Embark on a journey through the charming neighborhoods of Slovenia with our exclusive day tour. Experience the beauty of the Slovenian coastline as we whisk you away to Koper, where you'll stroll through its historic downtown and indulge in a delightful coffee break to kickstart your day. Continuing our adventure, we'll pass through Izola, pausing for a quick photo stop at a scenic viewpoint, before arriving in the enchanting city of Piran. Wander through its cobblestone streets and immerse yourself in its rich history. Our journey then takes us through Portorož, leading to a quaint village nestled in the heart of Slovenian Istria. Here, indulge in a wine tasting experience, surrounded by breathtaking vistas and learn about the art of wine production while enjoying the fresh air. Rest assured, we'll ensure your safe return to your accommodation, leaving you with unforgettable memories of Slovenia's coastal treasures

Come and discover the cosmopolitan city of Trieste, the Miramare Castle and the Collio wine area, famous for its excellent wines, accompanied by an official, professional and kind guide. I will show you all the important places and monuments that have marked the history of this wonderful cosmopolitan city. The tour will make you discover the history and art of this unique city with testimonies ranging from Roman times to the Middle Ages to reach the splendor of the Habsburg era. We travel by car to Miramare Castle distanced 8 km from Trieste. This wonderful castle is located in the middle of a botanical park of 22 hectares! It was built by Archduke Maximilian of the Habsburg House in 1860 on a promontory overlooking the Adriatic Sea. Later we go to visit the Collio wine area, one of the most famous wine areas of Friuli Venezia Giulia. It feels like being in Tuscany surrounded by gentle hills. We will visit a typical winery to taste local and international wines.

Experience one of Friuli’s most spectacular wineries with this insider’s tour. Learn about this landmark estate with an introductory video presentation, then visit the medieval castle that houses the historic wine cellar and the surrounding gardens. End with a stroll through the 18th-century halls to the tasting cellar to sample five different Collio wines paired with fresh bread, focaccia, and local charcuterie.

Enjoy a private and authentic truffle hunting and tasting experience with your host Alex in Croatia. This is a perfect experience for anyone looking to connect with local culture over food and includes private transfers from your hotel anywhere along the Western Coast of Istria. Your tour and tasting will take place at a truffle fair that is held at the foothills of Motovun, a beautiful village atop a hill in Istria. After truffle hunting, enjoy a truffle-inspired lunch and explore the region’s many exceptional food products, from wine to olive oil. A former foreign correspondent with a background in art history and history, Alex is passionate about food, wine and the truffles of the Istrian region, the home of his ancestors. A licensed guide of greater Istria, Alex is also a trained wine sommelier and an expert in olive oil and truffle tasting. Truffles are an important part of the culture and cuisine of Istria and Alex loves how they connect him to nature and to his ancestors.

We will be visiting two different iconic wine producers and we will discover their love and passion for the art of wine-making in Friuli Venezia Giulia, understanding the basic of tasting and winemaking, focusing on the different styles that made the region well-know across the globe. We will access and visit vineyards and winemakers that are usually not open for visits for private tours, or we will pay a visit to emerging winemakers, that are starting to be recognised in the fine-dining world and leading the way in the area to a new modern way of winemaking. Are you a real beginner? Don't you worry, we will even cover the basics of winemaking and wine production in Italy to get your bases covered! Are you a nerd as me? Don't you worry neither, I am sure we will have plenty to talk about! Transport, water and translation will be offered throughout the day.

Discover what exactly are these osmizas? Osmizas are places where local wines (Terrano, Vitovska, and Malvasia) and traditional foods (eggs, sausages, salamis, and cheeses) can be bought and enjoyed just where they are produced. In 1784 peasants were allowed to sell foods and wines they raised and produced right in their cellars. In the region of Trieste, there are about 50 osmizas. On this tour, we will take you to the best, carefully chosen osmizas, the traditional farmhouse where you'll be able to taste authentic homemade products and local wines in a friendly, rustic atmosphere.

This is an ideal choice for wine lovers visiting Italy. Spend a day discovering the highlights of the picturesque Collio wine region. Avoid the hassle of booking a taxi between sites and enjoy the convenience of having door-to-door transfers included. Admire incredible landscapes, visit the UNESCO World Heritage site of Cividale del Friuli and take advantage of the opportunity to also try good wine along the way. Save time and discover the highlights of the Collio wine region in one day Hassle-free tour with a premium wine tasting included No need to book round-trip transportation transfers included Access extraordinary local views that you may miss if you travel alone

Visit Koper with rich Venetian history that you feel while wandering through narrow streets and enjoy under shadows of Praetorian Palace, Bell Tower or Cathedral of Mary's Assumption. Koper is beautiful little city that offers nice views and lovely atmopshere of the past. Join the guide and take the path together discovering all the corners of city. To truly embrace the coast, don't miss the wine tasting of some local wines that are still cherishing authentic grapes and offering the taste of generations further on.

Private wine tasting tour in the Collio Friuli cellars, an exciting journey of cooking and wine tasting.