DAY 1: AIRPORT ZAGREB

Arrival to Zagreb  airport

Airport procedures baggage claim 

Meeting with private driver 

Private transfer to your hotel 

Rest of the day free at leisure 

Overnight, Zagreb

Day 2: ZAGREB

Breakfast at hotel

09.30 – 11.30 Walking tour of Zagreb upper town with private local guide 2h   

Zagreb has served as the cultural and political focus of the nation since the middle Ages. The city grew out of two medieval communities, Kaptol to the east and Gradec to the west, each sited on a hill and divided by a (long since dried up) river. Zagreb grew rapidly in the nineteenth century, and many of the city’s buildings are well-preserved, peach-colored monuments to the self-esteem of the Austro-Hungarian Empire. Zagreb is more than just a gateway to Central Europe; it is a melting pot. The city incorporates all the benefits of the West with the promising opportunities of the developing regions in South and East Europe, making it an ideal location for your company. A vibrating city on the river Sava, at the heart of a politically and economically stable market, Zagreb has a long history, rich culture, offers high quality life-style, excellent prospects and a highly educated population boasting over 1 million people. The city offers a uniquely vivacious café life and a year-round program of heavy-duty art exhibitions and at least one genuine cultural flagship in the shape of the recently opened Museum of Contemporary Art. The Croatian capital’s growing reputation for arty fun also extends into its nightlife, with cutting-edge clubs, live gig venues and summer festivals.

Rest of the day free at leisure 

Accommodation at the hotel

Overnight. Zagreb

Day 3: ZAGREB –ISTRIA

Breakfast at hotel

09.00-12.00 Private transfer to Istria, 245 km

Arrival and accommodation in the hotel 

Rest of the day free at leisure 

Overnight, Istria region

Day 4: ISTRIA OPTIONS TO CHOOSE

Breakfast at hotel

          a) truffle day

09.00 Drive to Buzet, 35 km 

09.30 Arrival and welcome by family Puh 

Truffle hunt with experienced truffle hunter followed by truffle tasting in boutique tasting room in Buzet Natura Tartufi  

Aiming at not to be limited only within the field of production, Natura Ltd. has decided to deconstruct the classic story about truffles and spice it with an innovative guise. The decision is based on offering different, contemporary and modern presentation of truffles. Therefore, it has arranged a special tasting room so that customers can taste truffles in Croatia, in which, truffle, in both realistic and symbolic context, will decide.

Truffle tasting includes beer with black truffle, olive oil with white truffle, sheep cheese with truffles, cottage and goat cheese with black truffles, strain sausage with truffles, truffle pates: white truffle cream, porcini and white truffle cream, mushrooms with and black truffles, olives with truffles and pelati tomatoes with truffles. Fritaja meal made of eggs and fresh truffles, dessert vanilla ice cream with honey and white truffle sauce, chocolate with leaves of white truffle, cocoa cookies with olive oil and white truffles- all is accompanied with bottled wine and water while during dessert it can be served local honey grappa or terranino desert wine with black truffle

Rest of the day to explore historic cities of Istria 

Buzet-city of truffles 

Buzet is situated in the very north of Istria near the border with Slovenia. Its historic core, dating from the Middle Ages lies on a hilltop above a fertile valley of the longest Istrian River – the Mirna. Today, Buzet is widely known as the ‘City of Truffles’ since the forests along the Mirna River are especially rich in this divine tuber. According to some views, the white truffle of Istria is as good as the most famous white truffle from the Italian region of Alba. In honor of this truffle, each year Truffle Days are organized in September and October.

Hum- smallest city in the world 

The Gates of the World. We enter the smallest town in the world. It was mentioned for the first time in 1102. Town walls protected the town from frequent intrusions of the Venetians and the Turks. On the west town gates are two Glagolitic writings. The gates will be again solemnly opened next year – the Town of Hum Day brings the new town patron «For a year». Hum lies 7 km from Roč. Apart from being famous as the smallest town in the world, it has also been recently promoted as the Town of Biska. Biska   is mistletoe brandy whose original recipe comes from Hum. Every year at the end of October Hum is the host of a Brandy exhibit where a competition for the best brandy in Istria is organized. The traditional custom of electing the county prefect for a year has been preserved until today. Hum is also the final point of the famous monument complex known as the Glagolitic Lane commemorating the importance of Glagolitic literature. The Lane stretches for 7 km from Roč to Hum.

Roč – historic center of Croatian literacy 

In the centre of the north Istria, 348 metres above sea-level, in the midst of natural beauties, a small town of Roč rises, located 10 kilometres from Buzet. The town was founded in ancient history. It started as an Illyrian settlement, then became a Roman castrum surrounded by numerous small settlements. In the Middle Ages, it transformed into a fortified castle, separated by walls and defensive towers and Small and Large Gate. During the 15th and the 16th century, Roč was the centre of Croatian literacy, editorship, and printing based on the oldest Slavic Glagolitic Alphabet. Today’s outlook of Roč dates from the times of Venetian rule. Roč which has become a destinatin for many visitors, tourists and those enchanted by history, Glagolitic script, and the beauty of the hill below Ćićarija descending through the valley of Mirna towards the warm sea, is keeping up with contemporary events.

Overnight, Istria region

          b) Wine day 

The value of a grapevine in Istria is recognized from long ago. The ancient Romans have praised the peninsula’s Teran while in the middle age the Muscat wines of Istria were served on the royal tables! Today, the wine is an unavoidable part of the Istrian gastronomy and the way of life in Istria and there are many events dedicated to it.

Wine has one of the leading roles in Istrian gastronomy…It is difficult not to combine the Mediterranean cuisine, one of the healthiest in the world, with red or white wine. Have you ever tried Istrian Malvasia, Teran, Muscat of Momjan or Muscat Rose of Poreč with fish, cheese, meat or dessert?

10.00 Free morning to relax  

11.15 Transfer to Veralda winery and konoba, 19 km 

12.00 Arrival and lunch with wine pairing at the terrace overlooking wineyards 

Veralda’s way of producing wine and olive oil is based on maintaining a constant level of superior quality, which is considered by the owners to be the only right way to guarantee survival on a demanding market as well as on their obligation to preserve the tradition of olive growing and viticulture in Istria, which have been developing and improving for centuries. Within the Veralda winery there is a wine presentation room and an enoteca with a tasting bar, as well as a wine shop where you can purchase our wines. The outside area consists of a spacious terrace that overlooks the vineyards. 

13.15 Lunch with wine pairing 

Menu sample with wine pairing

(Xtrian brut – for aperitivo,Cold cuts (ham, cheese) – Rosé,Risotto (mushrooms/asparagus/radicchio) – Malvasia Istriana,Braised veale and seasonal vegetables & patatos – San Giovanni- cuvée,Dessert “Nuts cake” – sweet muscat – Passito,Guided tastings of wines & olive oil,Tour of the winery)

15.00 Transfer to your hotel 

16.30 rest of the day free at leisure 

Overnight, Istria region 

Day 5: ISTRIA-PLITVICE

Breakfast at hotel

09.00 Transfer to Plitvice lakes, 233 km 

12.00 Meeting with local guide and sightseeing tour of the lakes 

The area of Plitvička jezera, declared to be National park in 1949. is considered one of the prettiest natural notability of Europe. It is forested mountain area throughout which, one under another, line sixteen beautiful lakes and ponds of crystal blue-green color. They are filled with water from many streams and brooks, interconnected with foamy cascades and murmuring waterfalls. Throughout the ages water from these lakes was breaking, corroding and melting the rocks and beds through which they have flown. Through sedimentation of calcium carbonate from the flow and through interference of special algae and mosses, spongy kind of rock, sedra or travertine, has been and still is created. Near the lakes there are a couple of caves, and there were even discoveries from ancient history. The national park covers the area of 29.482 hectares in size, most of which falls of on woods, then grasslands with village spaces and waters. This natural resource is rich with diverse flora and fauna. In the park alongside many kinds of birds (around 161 different kinds), butterflies, there is also some small game, followed by large game, bears, wolves, boars and wild cats. Flora of the park is made from about 1200 herb sorts, of which 55 sorts are in the orchid family.

Free time for lunch 

Transfer to your accommodation

Rest of the day free at leisure.  

Overnight, Plitvice

Day 6: PLITVICE- ZADAR -SPLIT

Breakfast at hotel

09.00 -11.00 Transfer to Zadar, 118 km 

Some free time for stop –tour 

Zadar is a city monument, surrounded by historical ramparts, a treasury of the archaeological and monumental riches of ancient and medieval times, Renaissance and many contemporary architectural achievements such as the first Sea Organ in the world. In addition to its historic old town center, Zadar boasts splendid medieval churches and Roman ruins, including the famous Church of St. Donat built on the site of the former ancient Roman forum. The Promenade, which runs down Obala Kralja Petra Kresimira IV, is also perfect for a gentle stroll as you soak up the surroundings, while tourists seeking sun and sand are spoiled for choice with Zadar’s beautiful beaches. 

Continue to Split with short stop at Primošten 

Possible to enjoy lunch there in traditional agricultural households with old authentic rural architecture (possible to make reservation in advance) or wine tasting of Babić wine in boutique winery

Day 7: SPLIT

Breakfast at hotel

09.00-11.00 Split sightseeing with local guide -2 h

Split, Croatia’s second largest city, not only serves as a convenient base from which to explore this beautiful country, it also boasts a number of excellent tourist attractions of its own. The city was continuously inhabited for thousands of years starting with the Romans, followed by the Byzantines, Croats, Venetians, and finally the Austrians who only left in 1918. The tour includes visit to the Diocletian Palace and its cellars.

Rest of the day free at leisure 

Overnight, Split

Day 8: SPLIT –STON –DUBROVNIK

Breakfast at hotel

09.00-12.00 Drive to Dubrovnik via Ston, 186 km 

12.00-12.30 Wine and oyster tasting at local household and wine cellar tba –including wine oysters, prosciutto, cheese and homemade liquor  

The under-visited Ston and its neighbor Mali Ston on the Peljesac peninsula are a great escape from the standard southern Dalmatia tourist route. About 59km northwest of Dubrovnik, there are no big resorts or luxury hotels in Ston but there is great eating, great scenery, old stone houses and the longest fortifications in Europe. Ston is famous for second biggest continuing wall in the world (after the Great Wall of China), salt production and oyster farms. 

Free time for lunch 

Possible to visit Ston city walls (entrance not included) 

14.00-15.00 Continue transfer to Dubrovnik, 54 km 

Check in and accommodation at the hotel.

Free time at leisure

Overnight, Dubrovnik

Day 9: DUBROVNIK

Breakfast at hotel

Morning historic sightseeing with private local guide –including cable car and Franciscan monastery 

Dubbed the “Pearl of the Adriatic,” beautiful Dubrovnik offers a wealth of attractions for visitors. Famous for its spectacular seafront location on the Dalmatian coast coupled with its evocative and historic old city center, Dubrovnik was founded in the 7th century and has enjoyed its greatest growth in the 15th and 16th centuries, a fact reflected in the impressive architecture and its designation as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Free time for leisure, strolling down the streets of Dubrovnik, having free time for lunch…

Rest of the day free at leisure
Overnight. Dubrovnik

Additional options on supplement: 

Konavle is a region with particular natural beauties and contrasts: mountain and valley, green hills and naked stone, the blue and the green or, as called by the inhabitants of Konavle, “Gornja” and “Donja Banda”. Fringed by the Konavle mountains in the North, bordered by the Adriatic Sea in the South, it reaches from the entry into the Bay of Kotor to the peninsula of Prevlaka in the East, and in the West, it inclines down to the cosy coves of Obod and Cavtat. The preserved natural, unique and exceptionally precious rural architecture, numerous monuments of the thousand-year-old history of this area, traditions that are hundreds of years old and have been kept through folklore, the distinctive traditional costumes of Konavle and the Konavle embroidery, the harmony of man’s life and the nature …all this renders Konavle unique and recognizable.

Option 1) TRADITIONAL KONAVLE SILK PRODUCTION IN AR ATELIER 

Konavle, the hinterland of Dubrovnik is known for its traditional costume and silk production. In AR

Atelier family Rusković is committed in keeping traditional art of making Konavle embroidery and other traditional crafts alive. They gladly share their skills and knowledge in order to preserve their intangible heritage and keep it alive. They produce silk just the way their ancestors did. They feed silkworms throughout the season from Late March until the end of October. Using their own cocoons during demonstrations and workshops of traditional silk thread production, just the way it has been done in Konavle region for centuries. Visitors can see silkworms in all of their phases from late March until the first days of November. AR Atelier treasures and displays a rich collection of traditional textile handcrafts representing parts of traditional Konavle costume and some everyday utilities. AR atelier is proudly bearing national protection of the art of making Konavle embroidery (within the Ministry of Culture of the Republic of Croatia).

Free time for lunch at Konavoski Dvori, an old mill transformed into a unique traditional restaurant, where you have the opportunity to dine next to waterfall of a crystal creek. 

After lunch return to the coast to visit lovely Cavtat

Walking tour of Cavtat with your local guide

The picture-perfect village of Cavtat, Croatia’s southernmost town, a short drive from the Konavle plains and Montenegro. In ancient Greek times Cavtat was known as the town of Epidaurus. When the Romans came in 228 BC, it became a Roman colony. It’s easy to see why the Greeks and Romans were so charmed by this lovely place. It’s naturally protected by a rocky headland that still has remnants of an old fort. The town itself is a delight – there is a small “Old Town” with cobbled streets and alleys that meet the palm tree lined promenade that winds its way around the harbor.

Option 2) COOKING CLASS IN KINVALE REGION

09.00 OR tba Private transfer to homestead at Gruda, 

After arrival, we introduce the participants with the hosts and introduce the cooking class program in general. Depending on the season, desires and interests of all participants, we agree on a cooking plan. This plan can be different depending on the available seasonal crops, the individual desires of participants and their special interests. Once the plan is defined, we go to the kitchen and describe the steps required to achieve the final meals. We outline all the ingredients that we need for the meals. The first step is making homemade bread and each participant will knead their own bread. While the bread rises, we go to our garden and pick the necessary ingredients and gather fresh eggs. After we return to the kitchen, participants will teach how to make tasty traditional meal and cake with those ingredients. We usually prepare our traditional menu Lovorno skewer (meat on bay leaf sticks). If participants would like they can also experience milking the neighbor’s goat. 

While the food is cooking, wine tasting is offered and, the hosts proudly present our 500-year family tree stories. Finally, all participants will enjoy in the meal. 

Duration: approximate 4 hours 

Included in rate: welcome drink, guidance/presentations, meal including drink, wine tasting

Notice: Dietary restrictions need to be mentioned in advance 

Recommendations: The program starts in the morning (9 or 10 am) or in the afternoon (4 or 5 pm) depends of the season 

Rest of the day free at leisure

Return to Dubronik with private transfer 
Overnight. Dubrovnik 

Day 10: DUBROVNIK OUT

Breakfast at hotel

Private transfer to airport

END OF SERVICES.

Travel period 1.6.-15.9.2024. 

Price: 5166,00 € per person sharing double room for the total tour 

TOTAL 2 PAX FOR ENTIRE PACKAGE: 10322,00 €

PRICE INCLUDES:

ACCOMMODATION, tax included STANDARD ROOMS WITH BREAKFAST AND ALL TAXES ( INCLUDES VAT AND LOCAL RESIDENCY TAX OBLIGATORY BY LAW) 

CITY SERVICE HOTEL:

Hotel Dubrovnik Zagreb or similar 2 overnights 

Hotel Villa Tuttorotto Rovinj or similar 2 overnights 

Hotel Degenija Plitvice or similar 1 overnight 

Hotel Fermai Split or similar  2 overnights 

Hotel Lero Dubrovnik or similar 2 overnights 

TRANSFERS – in Mercedes E class or similar for 2 pax except on islands where we cannot guarantee 

EXPERIENCES: 

Truffle tasting Buzet 

Wine pairing lunch Istria Buzet 

Wine tasting Primošten 

Wine and oysters Ston 

ENTRANCES AND GUIDES: 

Half-day Zagreb 2h 

Full day Istria Tour guide 

Half day guide Plitvice 3-4h with park entrance 

Half day Split 2h with Diocletian Palace entrance 

Half day guide Dubrovnik 3h with cable car and Franciscan monastery entrance 

Prices are in euros.

No reservation has been made yet. 

REMARK: PLEASE NOTE

CANCELLATION CONDITIONS:

  All cancellations must be sent in written.