Top Friuli-Venezia Giulia Seasonal & Special Occasions

Discover the history and traditions of prosecco in the village that gives the wine its name. On this small-group tour, explore the narrow streets and terraced vineyards of Contovello and Prosecco, where vintners first made the sparkling wine. Taste traditionally-produced sparkling wines and locally-made regional foods in a unique setting overlooking the Gulf of Trieste and the Adriatic Sea.

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.

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.

Immersed in the green of the Collio Goriziano, it offers a unique setting with spectacular views. At the end of the seventies, the Friulian entrepreneur Loretto Pali bought the La Boatina winery in Cormòns, with 60 hectares in the Isonzo Doc. In 1987 he became the owner of Castello di Spessa, a wine estate in the Collio area of Gorizia with 28 hectares of vineyards on the hills of Capriva del Friuli and, over the decades, he created an elegant country resort, with an 18-hole golf course, 3 restaurants and several rooms. and apartments among the vineyards.

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

Discover the most beautiful corners of Slovenia’s Adriatic coast on this half-day excursion from Trieste. After meeting your guide at the port or at your hotel, you’ll travel by comfortable vehicle to Piran: a coastal city with history dating back to ancient times. Soak up its tranquil atmosphere, and stop by some of its main attractions. Then, continue along the coast and visit other seaside stops, including Portoroz, Izola, and Koper. To complement your sightseeing, you’ll also enjoy a traditional Slovenian meal, plus wine.

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.

Get into the holiday spirit with this guided tour of Ljubljana. Soak up the festive atmosphere as you wander through the streets and enjoy the perfect view of the Christmas lights from the Ljubljana Castle. Afterward, head to the Christmas market in the old town to persue handmade mementos and Slovenian delicacies while sipping the delicious mulled wine.

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

Experience Slovenia Trough the Taste and Tradition of Wine and Food along With a Scenic Ride Troughout Slovenian Coastline with an option of a small shared group for up to 8 travelers or a private experience for one party only (up to 8) Join us on this small group shore journey (up to 8 persons max) to the small local winery with some great wine tasting along with some great home made prosciutto, olive oil, cheese and bread. Learn about Slovenia trough the visit of medieval town of Piran where you will have some free time on your own and conclude the tasting of Slovenia with 3 course traditional lunch. Highlights: - Options for small shared group or a private experience - Small Group Experience (up to 8 persons max) - Tour With Hopeless Foodies and Wine Lovers. Just Like You. - Enjoy Piran at Your Own Pace - Comfortable, Clean and Air- Conditioned up to date cars/vans

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.

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.

Embark on a journey of the senses - visiting the winery and tasting some delicious appetisers that will give you a taste of what our land can produce with good care and the necessary love for nature. Slovenia is well known for hosting various wine regions. Wine production varies according to the region you visit, as do the taste and characteristics of the wines. During this tour, you will visit two wineries within the same wine region. In the end, you will be able to compare how varied the wine is and what kind of production takes place in each of the two wine regions with a dedicated wine tasting. Most of the wineries are family-run, which gives you the opportunity to explore the production and talk to your hosts about it. The tour offers you an insight into the region while you learn about the beautiful natural landscape and local stories. Explore the region with the knowledge of the locals, whose aim is to convey the local way of life and their passion.

The tour will start in the company garden and then continue walking next to our Refosco vineyards. From the Peduncolo Rosso on the plain, we will then enter the cellar (where 'magic' takes place) and finally we will go to the 'fogolar friulano' area. You will have the opportunity to look and understand the oenologist's work and discover all its secrets. During the tasting we will combine ad-hoc dishes and understand the importance of the balance between wine and food.