Wine Tour - The Best of Istria
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Wine Tour - The Best of Istria
By Istria Wine Tours
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$333.21
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Ages 18-99, max of 6 per group
Duration: 10h
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German, English, Italian
- All taxes, fees and handling charges
- Driver/guide
- Wine tasting in 3 wineries, 5-8 wines in each winery
- 4-course dinner
- Istrian cheese, sausages, olive oil, bread
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Guide who will tell you about history, culture and wines of course
- Visiting wine cellars and learning about wine making process
- Entry/Admission - Groznjan Hilltop village of artists, Istria, Croatia
What's not included- You can buy wines in visited wineries or other products if you wish.
- Departure details
- Traveler pickup is offered.
- We pick up from different locations in Rovinj. Pick up from other Istrian towns and villages on special request.
- Obala palih boraca 15, 52210, Rovinj, Croatia For all guests who stay in Rovinj's old town which is a pedestrian zone or for those that don't require pickup meeting point is by E&G club on the roundabout. E&G club is pined on google maps.
- Hotel pickup is offered. View the hotel list on our checkout page to see if yours is included among the pickup points.
Return details- Returns to original departure point
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 20228P1- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- A maximum of 8 people per booking
- Minimum drinking age is 21 years
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
- Most travelers can participate
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 6 travelers
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
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- You'll start atObala palih boraca 15Or, you can also get picked upSee departure details
- 1Groznjan Hilltop village of artists, Istria, CroatiaStop: 60 minutes - Admission includedIn-between winetastings we visit picturesque hilltop town Grožnjan which is known for its artistic atmosphere.Read more
- You'll return to the starting point
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- jenniferaO1239UD00What a wonderful dayOne of our highlights of our trip would be this tour. What a great day. Our tour guide was so knowledgeable of this region. She took us olive oil tasting, truffle hunting and wine tasting. We ate and drink the yummy food of the Istria region all day. This is definitely a tour that you need to do!!!!!
- krisindab201500Beautiful IstriaThe trip was beautiful and Agnieszka's knowledge of the area and history helped to make the experience incredible. The Istrian countryside is breath taking and she knew the geography well, including small historic towns. The truffle hunting excursion eith the dog was very unique and fun. The olive oil tour and tasting was great. The wine tasting overlooking the countryside at Rossi was an incredible highlight. Would definitely recommend this excursion. Thank you Agnieszka for such a wonderful day!
- Q4744FAjenb00One of my favorite experiencesOne of the best tours I’ve ever been on! Agi took my boyfriend and I throughout Istria for the day. She went above and beyond the itinerary and offered to add in extra stops along the way for views and pictures. We went to Ipsa for olive oil tasting and snacks. They were almost never ending with the various snacks brought out and they also had us sample three types of wines. Next stop was Karlic for some truffle hunting. There they taught us all you could ever know about truffles, and the history of their truffle business. We were also served various snacks with truffles as well as home made scrambled truffle eggs and donuts with “trufella” (chocolate truffle). We were able to watch them make the eggs and donuts as if we were in a live cooking show. After we ate more truffle snacks than you could imagine, we went on the hunt with their professional truffle hunting dogs. We spent about 45 minutes in the forest with the dogs. I would recommend sneakers for this part because although it’s not strenuous, the trail is somewhat steep. At the end of our hunt Agi met us with the car to take us to Motovun where we walked the city walls. Our last stop was Matosevic Winery. We were greeted with a welcome glass of white wine to sip on while learning all about their various wines and the wine making process. Lastly we sampled 7 wines while enjoying some charcuteries. During the drive between stops Agi taught us all about the history of Istria and the rest of Croatia. This tour is worth every penny!
- davidemG4410PD00Amazing immersion into IstriaWe were thoroughly impressed with the day Agnieszka put together for us. We have been fortunate enough to experience private experiences across the major wine regions across France, Italy and Spain and we were pleasantly surprised with the diversity of experiences she created for us in northern Croatia. Not only did she she put together an amazing day of olive oil/wine tasting and truffle hunting, but the car rides in between visits were enriching educational experiences where she helped provide historical and cultural context to our experiences. The truffle hunting portion of the day was truly unique to anything thing else we’ve done in Europe...who doesn’t love an afternoon of hanging out with dogs and having a meal showered in truffles? The olive oil was among the best we’ve tasted in the region and very educational to learn the different extraction techniques used across countries. Agnieszka also has a number of great connections in the up and coming Croatian wine scene which is a must do for wine lovers who enjoy big body reds and high character whites.
- TineMorrison00Boutique wine tour with amazing guideWe booked the half-day wine tour visiting Benvenuti in Kaldir and Matosević in Krunčići. Our guide Agnieszka picked us up in Rovinj at 9:30 and we spent the entire day together. She was very helpful and informative, sending information in advance over email and had great knowledge about the wines and vineyard culture once we arrived at each winemaker. It was great to spend the day with a local who was so passionate about wine and could suggest other wineries to go to on our own after the tour. The tour itself was very comprehensive and we enjoyed visiting 2 boutique family-run wineries. Each winery had multiple glasses of wine along with small snacks of cheese, meat, and olive oil. In between each visit we also stopped at scenic view points to take pictures of towns such as Motovun and Pazin. Agnieszka was helpful throughout the day answering questions. Even after our tour we kept in touch and she went above and beyond by helping us to figure out how to bring a few bottles of wine back home with us. I would highly recommend this tour for anyone who is interested in wine and seeing the surrounding areas of Istria.
- frankhines201900ISTRIS WINE TOURSWe selected this wine tour based on its reputation. We had the most amazing experience of our entire month long trip. Agnieszka is an outstanding guide and conducted the most complete and informative tour we have ever had in Europe, and we have been traveling there yearly for over 40 years. It was a complete day of joy. Food and wine plus the many sights were the best and made better with Angie's commentary. Highly recommend her and this tour to all serious travelers. Myrna and Frank
- afinbarr00ExcellentI wanted to explore the Istrian wine region despite having no prior experience. This tour was perfect - we visited some of the best wineries in the region, and my host was very friendly and informative. I recommend this tour very highly!
- Neema1300WINE TOUR & TRUFFLE LUNCHA MUST DO TOUR!! A friend and I planned this tour a couple of months prior to visiting Croatia. Rovinj was the 1st town we stayed in during our 2 week vacation. We opted for the day long Wine & Truffle tour. From the get go, Agnieszka was very prompt to answering any questions, as well as customizing our tour to our desired time. Mind you, this was nearly 2 months prior to our trip. This tour FAR exceeded our expectations. Between the carefully chosen wineries, the complimentary charcuterie boards and her knowledge of the region... there was never a dull moment. Agnieszka even went out of her way to take us to a remote, family owned olive oil vineyard because we showed interest in purchasing some olive oil in the Istria region. What we appreciated most is that this was a laid-back, no pressure, enjoyable experience. We did buy multiple bottles of wine and olive oil each ... simply bc we LOVED it. Our Truffle lunch: during our booking we expressed our love for Truffles. Again, Agnieszka picked the PERFECT restaurant that included all things truffle. We ate to our hearts content ! Although our tour went a bit over our booked time, at no point did we feel rushed. Another added BONUS: based on the conversation we had throughout the day ...Agnieszka offered & followed through with a personalized email of a list (a VERY long & thought out list) of vineyards and restaurants to visit during our entire 2 week stay along the Croatian coast. This was a much welcomed surprise as both my friend and I are both food and wine lovers!! I cannot express enough how much we enjoyed our day. This perfect day in Rovijn will definitely be a memorable one. Thank you Agnieszka for making this such a positive experience for us. We look forward to sending you many referrals from the USA!
- yizuhilun00Excellent white wine tastingThis day tour was perfectly set up. Our small group first had a welcome drink and left to see the wineyards. The yards look beautiful, especially with the weather, it's hot. During the tour we tried some more wines until we got back to the actual tasting and explanation how they get the wine that fruty. The white wine is very delicious and we got two bottles for our friends back home.
- Bess S00A Day to TreasureMy husband and I joined another couple for a great day of wine tours with Mihaela. We first visited Misal winery. This winery makes only sparkling wines. We were able to visit the bottling area and were taught about the process of making the sparkling wine. The next winery was a small family winery, Clio. This was a bonus winery as we were meeting with another couple and Agnieszka, Mihaela's tour guide partner. We then visited the beautiful hilltop town of Groznjan. We were able to wander around the small streets filled with artist shops. Our next stop was Kabola where wines are aged in amphorae. Lunch was a 4 course feast at local restaurant. Our final stop was Kozlovic, with beautiful views of the surrounding area. At each winery we were given full explanations of the wine making process, fed delightful snacks, and treated as treasured guests. Mihaela gave interesting explanations and commentary throughout the day. The van was very comfortable and Mihaela was a great driver. Mihaela and Agnieszka were wonderful and knowledgeable tour guides and we appreciated the opportunity to experience Istria with them.
- vanessa426800Amazing Day of Wine TastingsWe booked a 3 winery tasting with Agnieszka to be able to learn about Istria. The tour was amazing! Mihaela picked us up from Motovun where we were staying and took us to our first winery, then we explored the town of Groznjan. It was a beautiful artist town with beautiful views and picturesque streets. After another winery we had a 4-course lunch and wrapped up the day with our final winery. All the wineries were beautiful, unique, and had delicious wines that are specific to the Istrian region. We also had snacks of cheeses, meats, bread and olive oil and more at each winery. The lunch was delicious and somewhere we wouldn’t have found on our own. I would highly recommend booking a tour, Mihaela and Agnieszka made the day memorable and it was one of the best days of our trip! Istria is a beautiful area to explore and it was wonderful to be able to try the amazing wines and olive oil with knowledgeable tour guides!
- scurrah8500Excellent!Spend the day with Agnieszka visiting wonderful wineries & eating fabulous food. The tour was very well organized and informative. Couldn't of had a greater time!
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Angela S
Surrey32 contributions
May 2023 • Family
We had a fabulous day guided by the wonderful Agi!
Myself, my husband and our adult son spent the day visiting 3 very different vineyards around the area. The wines in each location were accompanied by platters of delicious meats and cheeses. Driving between each vineyard we stopped off at some stunning viewpoints and visited an artists village which had some wonderful crafts.
Agi was great company and told us about the history of the country as we drove around.
To top it all we stopped at a local restaurant and had a traditional meal.
A great day all round, and we purchased a few bottles to take home.
Myself, my husband and our adult son spent the day visiting 3 very different vineyards around the area. The wines in each location were accompanied by platters of delicious meats and cheeses. Driving between each vineyard we stopped off at some stunning viewpoints and visited an artists village which had some wonderful crafts.
Agi was great company and told us about the history of the country as we drove around.
To top it all we stopped at a local restaurant and had a traditional meal.
A great day all round, and we purchased a few bottles to take home.
Written June 1, 2023
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jamesfrancisdeagan
Korora, Australia31 contributions
May 2023 • Couples
An amazing Istrian experience! This is a genuine wine and food experience which you will remember forever. Not only do you sample a wide range of quality Istrian wines (with beautiful local meats, cheeses and olive oils) at three unique wineries but at each one you get a private tour with the winemaker to see the production process. The 4 course lunch at a family restaurant in the heart of Istria is a delicious and authentic gourmet experience. This is a premium wine experience which you will not regret doing. Agnieszka is a fabulous guide and host who has a genuine relationship with the restaurant and winemakers, which is reflected in the welcome you receive at each location. Her passion for, and knowledge of Istrian wines is strong. You also drive through beautiful villages and gorgeous scenery on the way to each location. Highly recommended!
Written May 3, 2023
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Morris
Lancaster, PA817 contributions
Jul 2022
We spent 2 full days touring almost the entirety of Istria from wineries to olive area tasting to truffle hunting. Agi completely personalized the experience to what our interest were and what we were feeling each day. Her contacts got us into some amazing tasting experiences that we never would have been able to do on our own. Her personal insights added tremendously to the overall experience. She added stops in the middle of the day that we had not planned on but based on our conversations thought we would enjoy and we did. If you only have time for one tour while visiting Istria and would make it with Agi, you will come away with an experience better than you could have hoped for!
Written August 4, 2022
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Ashli C
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Best tour in Croatia! This breathtaking tour included truffle tasting/hunting, wine tasting, olive oil sampling and local honey! The best part is seeing beautiful Istria and the locals in their homeland. Alan is an amazing tour guide w loads of knowledge and jokes. I would love to go this tour again!! You must go!!!!
Written June 29, 2022
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Quijo14
Moscow, Russia10 contributions
What an amazing tour of some of the Istrian countryside! Agi was so helpful and accommodating from the beginning of our booking process. I was traveling with my family, including 3 kids, and she made sure we would be comfortable and happy the whole time. She was so flexible and kind as well when we needed to make some last minute changes. We enjoyed a wonderful tour of a couple wineries and a small town. We enjoyed learning about the history, culture and wine throughout the entire day. Her expertise about the wine and history and relationship with the wineries adds so much to the whole experience. If you are in the area, this tour is must!
Written March 29, 2022
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Alex278
London, UK151 contributions
We had an absolutely fabulous day on our wine tour. It was everything we hoped for and more! We went to 3 different wineries that were all fabulous, great wine and food and all so different from each other. It was interesting and engaging and everywhere was so generous with the wine and with their time! We also had a wonderful lunch, got some great photos and saw some beautiful countryside. It was a brilliant day I would really recommend this tour!
Written November 18, 2021
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Jane L
Springfield, VA34 contributions
Nov 2021
This was such an amazing tour that helped us get to know Istria on a more personal level. Agi is full of knowledge, we enjoyed talking to her and she really made this an unforgettable experience. The wineries we visited were all beautiful and we enjoyed hearing the stories of how each got its start. We received a generous charcuterie board at each winery, thank goodness because there was so much wine at the first tasting! The four course meal was at the most adorable family restaurant. The location was beautiful and the food was outstanding. We are so glad that we booked this tour!
Written November 8, 2021
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Thank you!!! I am so happy you enjoyed on my tour!!! I will pass to all visited places your words of appreciation!!! For all of us it is very important!!! All the best!!! Agnieszka - Agi
Written November 14, 2021
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eugeneoregongirl
Eugene, OR13 contributions
Sep 2018 • Solo
The Intensive Tour was an absolutely wonderful way to experience Istria. Agnieszka is a marvelous guide and truly lovely person. She is caring, knowledgeable, and helpful. I can't say enough good about her and her tour. She took three of us on a whole day tour. I was traveling solo and was able to join a delightful couple for the tour. The wines were all of the highest quality and each winery provided us food to accompay our tastings. The restaurant she took us to for lunch served us an incredible lunch. The scenery along the way was beautiful. If you want a truly enjoyable day with a wine expert and all around wonderful person, take one of Agnieszka's tours. Well worth it.
Written September 19, 2018
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Thank you so much for your lovely review! It was a pleasure to meet you and I am more than happy you enjoyed my company and my tour! Maby one day we will meet again for coffee like we did the next day :) All the best!!! Agnieszka
Written November 19, 2018
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2margaretbsmith
Miami Beach, FL2 contributions
Aug 2018 • Couples
This is the best tour! Mihaela was an excellent guide. The wineries that we were brought to were amazing. They both gave us a private tour of their winery. The tastings were relaxed and very enjoyable. Each featured superb wines and a cheese board filled with bread, cheeses, meats, olives and fruits made in the neighboring farms. We went on the half day trip that was perfect in every way. Would highly recommend this tour!
Written August 30, 2018
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Dear Margaret,
Thank you for taking a moment to write this review. I am very happy you enjoyed Mihaela's company as well as visited wineries, wines and snacks. We do our best to make tours perfect. Me and Mihaela wish you all the best!
Written September 11, 2018
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hughesie22
Scotland, UK5 contributions
May 2018 • Family
Absolutely amazing and a great experience!! We took the half day winery trip with Agnieszka last week. Visited two fantastic wineries (absolutely no pressure at all to buy, in fact we had to ask in the first winery - but the wine was excellent - and also much cheaper than we saw in town afterwards). Agnieszka is not only is an expert on wine but she also took us on a tour of Istria on the way and we learned so many interesting things about the history of the area which we would never have known, with also some great photo opportunities too. Our tour was scheduled to end at half past two however due to time chatting with the winery staff (both wineries were excellent and again very knowledgeable) and then Agnieszka taking the time to show us the Lim Fjord on the way home, as we had not visited there, we had extra time learning about the region with some fantastic photo opportunities. Thank you Agnieszka! We look forward to visiting more wineries with you on our next trip to Rovinj. :)
Written June 6, 2018
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Thank you!!! Thank you!!! I am so, so happy you enjoyed the tour with me!!! And I will be more than happy to take you to other wineries if you decide to visit Rovinj again!!! Or we can just meet for coffee :) I hope to meet you again! I wish you all the best, Agnieszka
Written June 12, 2018
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Duration | 600 minutes |