Hiking Tour in the Small Carpathians - In the track of forest people
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Hiking Tour in the Small Carpathians - In the track of forest people
By Modra Tours
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Come and join us for an easy commented hiking tour following the footsteps of the forest people Huncokárs - a German speaking community that lived on both sides of the Little Carpathians since 18th century. You will learn why they came here, how did they live, what they believed in and what were they engaged in. The walk takes place in the forest area of Zochova Chata – most popular recreation spot of the Little Carpathians. You will learn some interesting fact and here hear some captivating stories while enjoying the walk and easy hike in the beautiful forest.
The circuit is about 9 km long and takes about 2.5-3 hours. In case you choose climing the outlook tower, the tour will take 4 hours. The terrain is easy, mainly in the forest road as well as asphalt and some muddy parts. The tour is also suitable for children and dogs. We will start & end at the same place.
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Ages 0-100
Duration: 3–4 hours
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Live guide: English
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- Guided hiking tour with an interesting commentary about the forest people
What's not included- Entry/Admission - Veľká Homola
- Start:Multiple meeting point options.
- Option 11087, 900 01 Modra-Piesok, SlovakiaWe will meet at the bus stop in Zochova Chata, Modra, Piesok, across the hotel Zochova Chata.
- Option 2Štúrova, 900 01 Modra, SlovakiaWe will meet our travelers in the parking place across the bus station.
- Option 3Hostinec Nadražie, 1081 4, 900 81 Šenkvice, SlovakiaWe will pick up our travellers at the station in the village of Senkvice. Direct train leaves from the Bratislava station every hour and the journey takes half an hour.
End:This activity ends back at the meeting point. - Not wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Infants must sit on laps
If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 175300P1- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
- If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 175300P1
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- LightPacker4391700 contributionsThis Tour is Worth Your TimeWe had a great time and learned a lot on our tour of the ceramic factory in Modra. Our tour guide, Martina, greeted us as though we were old friends, and made the tour so much better with her warmth and kindness. She was knowledgeable and efficient, and we left the tour knowing that choosing it was a great decision!Written June 29, 2024
- BSSgal0 contributionsModra and Us.We had a wonderful time in Modra, specially at the Ceramic factory. Martina was our guide. She explained everything beautifully. Mr. Petrash gave us a live demonstration of how the pottery is made. My friend and my daughter did it themselves, too. It was amazing. All in all, we thoroughly enjoyed ourselves and it was completely worth it.Written June 15, 2024
- Y5073TEsusans0 contributionsSpectacular CeramicsThis was an interesting and educational tour. One sees artisans sculpting, painting, and baking the handmade pieces. Martina was very knowledgeable and enthusiastic… a 10 star tour guide. She even took me to a small local shop to buy a postcard for my collection. However, be advised that ‘transportation provided’ means within Modra. A taxi or train/tram is needed to get to Modra from Bratislava.Written October 18, 2023
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- Exploration4772610 contributionsOur fav experience in SlovakiaWhat an awesome morning out!!! Martina was so accommodating, the actual location does not normally do tours on a Saturday but as they were having a sale were ok for us to come! Martina met us outside the factory and guided us in, then gave us the ins and outs of Modra's extensive history in Ceramics. She then introduced us to the master Potter who was happy to guide us in our first time every attempting to mould clay (patience was his forte)! Martina made the whole experience fun and casual and we must say it was our highlite for our time in Bratislava!Written May 10, 2022
- 398sashav0 contributionsTour of Sv JurAbsolutely fantastic evening in the town of Sv Jur. Our guide, Martina, was very knowledgeable, organised, and funny. She has taken us to some most beautiful wine cellars in the town and introduced us to their enthusiastic young owners. Thank you so much!Written August 25, 2021
- Scenic042697166110 contributionsExcellent giuded tour, thank you :-)It was a great guided tour! I and even my teenage daughter enjoyed it a lot :-). The trip was relaxing but at the same time we learned a lot. Thank you! Best wishes from Lucia GembesovaWritten February 6, 2020
- Monika Z0 contributionsCosy little town Sväty with an excellent guideI convinced my colleagues from Vienna to visit Slovakia and wanted to show them more than just Bratislava. So we took the train from Bratislava and joined Martina for the evening tour in Sväty Jur. It was rather fresh outside but with Martina and her endless stories we enjoyed the evening a lot. Thank you very much for the memorable tripWritten September 20, 2019
- Jakub_Wierzbicki0 contributionsBest entertainment ever!Great sense of humor, passion in storytelling! The best guided tour I have ever had. Over one hour of laughter while hearing about Bratislava's monuments. Bratyslava is so interesting thanks to you, Martina. I'm looking forward to the full moon tour, your own "product"!Written September 13, 2019
- SiniLuos0 contributionsOne of the best experiences we’ve had!We booked a winery tour via Modra Tours and Martina! It was so nice and lovely visit to Modra and Martina was excellent guide. We went to vinery Fiala and after that Martina took us to the church tower and told us little bit about the history of Modra. We got in advanve the correct bus route and where to go to the bus, everything was so well organized and Martina even send a message the day of the trip to make sure everything was okay. We will definitely come again! Love Bratislava and Modra!!Written July 25, 2019
- BratislavaPigeon0 contributionsA Winderful Winter Walk in the Small CarpathiansMartina had given this wonderful guided walk the previous week in Slovak; this time she entertained us in English, providing a fascinating insight into the community of German woodcutters who lived there up in the hills for over a hundred years. It was a fantastic experience and I am looking forward to my next outing with Modra Tours!Written February 14, 2019
- SprocktheTraveller0 contributionsModra Tours is the BEST way to experience Modra!Martina is the most knowledgeable, kind, and FUN tour guide around! She not only understands all of Modra's history, but she is able to present the information in an exciting way, making you want to learn more and more. Her tours are amazing and I highly recommend doing one if you in in Modra, or take the short trip from Bratislava to come and visit!Written November 26, 2018
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Jul 2021 • Friends
This is an excellent tour guide - funny, knowledgable, and dynamic. I enjoyed our walk in beautiful Slovak woods while chatting about the Slovak history and culture. Glass of excellent wine out under the night sky was a very welcome and pleasant end of the tour. I will never forget it!
Written July 9, 2021
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Dear Monika!
Thank you so much for your excellent review! It's a great finding that the tours we organise are memorable experience. Hope to see you in our Celtic Tour that we will launch in September.
Written August 26, 2021
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Nancy B
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Oct 2018 • Solo
Taking tours with Martina absolutely made my visit to Modra the best. I was traveling solo on this trip, so was very happy to find that Modra has an excellent English-speaking guide (she also speaks German, and a bit of Spanish, too, I think). One afternoon, Martina took me on a hike in the Small Carpathian hills outside Modra, amongst the German woodcutters' cottages and surrounding forest. Besides being a local, Martina also has really studied history of the region and is therefore very knowledgeable. On another day, Martina took me up to the top of the town hall tower to see the view and learn more about the history of Modra. (If you go up when the bells chime, you will get a noisy and beautiful bonus!) I also opted for a wine tasting tour with her which did not disappoint! The wines of this region are spectacular and tasting them with someone who understands the wines and even knows some of the makers, was very special. Martina is a friendly and excellent guide who I would highly recommend to anyone coming to this region of Slovakia!
Written October 12, 2018
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Dear Nancy!
Thank you very much for this great review. I am so happy you enjoyed the hiking and wine tour with me. I hope you will take little piece of Modra with you. Please spread the word about this great region.
Written November 19, 2019
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