Join Sally (and maybe Matt) plus my Croatia + Spain wine travel partner, SweetEasy tours, for 6 nights of wine and truffles in Istria, “the most beautiful coast on the Mediterranean.”
“With a fantastic food tradition, a nature that can compete with Tuscany, and exciting wine producers, we promise that this trip will be something extra. An experience beyond the ordinary!
In this environment, of course, vines thrive and the Croatian wine in Istria has, in recent years, developed into something to be experienced. The old traditional ways of making wine are still there, but some modern thinking, which benefits the quality, has made its entrance. This combination of old and new is exciting and we discover a style of wine that we are not used to.
And we learn about new grape varieties such as Teran, Refosk and Malvazija (or Malvasia, Malvasija, Malvasija Istriana…).
But it is not just beautiful scenery and good wines that Istria offers. The culinary treasures deserve their own journey. Delights from the sea; oysters, scallops, octopus, spider crabs and other seafood – is something we will enjoy during the trip.
The olive oil and the air-dried ham are high-quality and the truffle is at its best at this time of year. Young, ambitious chefs make use of all the great ingredients available and combine new and old, traditional recipes. There are plenty of top quality restaurants. Our wine tour is also a gastronomy trip!”
Open to up to 12 adults + your group hosts Sally (and maybe Matt) and Sinisa of SweetEasy
Min 8 adults required to travel
Day 1 • October 3, 2021
We meet at the Arrivals Hall at Venice Airport Marco Polo, where your guide will receive you and we will go by private transportation to the beautiful Hotel Valamar Riviera in Porec in the Istria region of Croatia. We expect a late arrival to the hotel, but a small snack and a refreshing glass of wine is awaiting you.
Day 2 • October 4, 2021
Visit to Kozlovic Winery in Momjan plus a visit with lunch at Veralda vineyard in Brtonigla. Brief evening guided tour of Porec with a free evening and dinner on your own.
Day 3 • October 5, 2021
Joint walk from Hotel Valamar to the port of Porec where we will board a private boat for the day enjoying lunch on board, a guided tour of Rovinj, a visit to the Limskifjord and the possibility of swimming (yes, even at this time of year). Free evening back in Porec.
Day 4 • October 6, 2021
Visits to Misal Vineyard in Visnjan and lunch at Konoba Milena restaurant, followed by visit to Matosevia Vineyard in Kruncici. Free evening back in Porec.
Day 5 • October 7, 2021
Visit, tasting and lunch at Wine Station Trapan in Sisan followed by a guided tour of Pula and free time in Pula. Free evening back in Porec.
Day 6 • October 8, 2021
Visit to Fakin Vineyard in Motovun followed by lunch at a Motovun Old Town typical restaurant. Afternoon visit to olive grower Ipša in Livade. Dinner at a restaurant in Porec.
Day 7, October 9, 2021
9AM Departure from Hotel Valamar Riviera to Venice Airport Marco Polo
Cost: $2,575 per person in double occupancy room
$3,075 per person in single occupancy room
Up to 12 total adults + your on-site guides
Croatia is open for business. However, due to COVID concerns and flying in/out of Italy, the non-refundable deposit of $550 per person is not required until July 30, 2021. The balance payment will be due 30 days prior to travel. Payments are considered non-refundable after they have been received.
Included
• 6 hotel nights at 4-star hotel in Porec
• Meals: Six lunches with selected wine packages, including an exclusive truffle lunch.
• 1 welcome meal/ dinner with selected wine package
• 1 gastronomic departure dinner with selected wine package
• Private transportation on site during all days, including transfer to and from the Marco Polo airport in Venice
• All visits, boat excursion, guided tours and winery visits with extensive, private wine tastings
• Wine guide and travel guidance in English by SweetEasy
Not included
• Flight tickets. We are happy to provide suggestions on how to book tickets.
• Dinners, except for the two mentioned
• Personal travel insurance
• Personal expenses and purchases
Notes: All times are approximate and may be adjusted during the journey. Winery visits and exact itinerary are subject to change due to unforeseen circumstances.