Goriška Brda1-day tour
Feel the pulse of Slovenian Tuscany.
from 119 €
Adult
Gastronomy
Wine Tasting
Goriška Brda1-day tour
From: €119.00
Feel the pulse of Slovenian Tuscany.
HIGHLIGHTS
A pocket landscape caught between the Alps and the Mediterranean, stretched between Italy and Slovenia.
Pamper yourself with top local wines and try local culinary delicacies.
Explore small medieval towns and picturesque villages scattered across the hills of Goriška Brda.
ITINERARY
Itinerary
- Departure from the main bus station in Ljubljana at 8:00.
- Arrival in Gonjače in the early morning, where we will climb the lookout tower, from where there is a beautiful view of Goriška Brda dotted with olive groves, orchards and vineyards.
- Followed by a visit to the medieval town of Šmartno, from where there is a beautiful view of the Brda landscape.
- In Šmartno we will visit Nona Luisa, where they are engaged in olive growing (olive oil tasting) and winemaking. In addition, we will get acquainted with natural cosmetics made from olive oil and try our hand at preparing cosmetics (workshop).
- Goriška Brda is the land of many good wines, so we will visit Gredič, where we will get to know winemaking and excellent Brda wines.
- Full of impressions, good mood and a little hungry, we will go to lunch at the Belica homestead in Medana, where we will taste excellent Karst prosciutto, cured meat products and wines and home-made Brda dishes, and we can also visit their shop with local products.
- Since we have consumed quite a few calories, and we will have a few more, we will head towards Nebl, and from there we will walk up to the natural bridge Krčnik.
- The trip will make us a little tired, so it is right to cheer up our palates for the highlight of the day with a dinner in Dobrovo Castle with a selected selection of wines and Brda dishes.
- We will return to Ljubljana in the late evening.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Good to Know | Tour start | 8:00 departure from the main bus station in Ljubljana. |
| End of tour (approximately) | 22:00 |
| Minimum number of participants | 4 |
| Luggage | You are limited to 14kg of luggage per person. This should be one luggage case, similar to an airplane bag (approximately 55 cm x 45 cm x 25 cm / 22in x 17in x 10in) and a small bag for personal items in the cabin. |
| Important information | Pack waterproof clothing and hiking boots. People under the age of 18 are not allowed on the tour. |
| On | Transport in a 9-seater combined vehicle. Air conditioning standard. Guidance and services of an English-speaking combined vehicle guide. |
| Supplements | Admission |
Do you offer hotel pickups in the departure cities?
To speed up your departure, we only pick up from our central meeting points. What is more is leaving the city using the most direct route also reduces the carbon footprint of our tours.
Is there parking close to the departure point?
There are usually public parking spaces in the vicinity of our departure city points. However, sometimes it can be hard to find parking, so we recommend using public transportation services whenever possible.
When should I get to the departure point?
Arrive 15 minutes before your departure time. Due to waiting restrictions, we can’t wait for you if you’re late.
What happens if I’m late or miss the tour?
If you’re late for your tour, our cancellation policy applies.
What are your cancellation policies?
We have a cancellation period of 14 days for our one-day tours, and 21 days for longer tours. If cancelled outside this period, we will give you a full refund minus a 10% admin charge or 25€ (what is more). If you cancel inside this period, refunds are at our discretion. Click here to view full terms and conditions .
What is a guaranteed departure?
Departure is guaranteed only if minimum number of participants stated next to each tour is reached. In case of cancellation of your booked tour, we will notify you at least 21 days before departure. In this case, you are entitled to a full refund.
Can I pre-book a specific seat?
Due to logistical reasons, we are unable to let you pre-book a seat. But our comfortable 9-seat vans have large windows. So, you will always get a good view.
Are there toilets on the vans?
Unfortunately, we have no on-board toilet facilities, but you will have regular comfort breaks.
How do you cater for people with accessibility needs?
We aim to accommodate everyone. In case of special needs please click here to contact us.
Do you take children on your tours?
We regret we do not carry children under the age of 6 on our scheduled tours. Children up to 5,99 years are allowed only on a la carte tours.
You can ask us about the tours we recommend for younger children. And if your child is less than 1.5 m tall, you should let us know, so we can provide them with a suitable booster seat.
How much time do I get off the bus?
We want you to enjoy Slovenia. And we believe the best way to do this is to get you off the van and out exploring. So, we give you plenty of time to take photos, go walking, and explore ancient ruins.
Why do you exclude visitor attractions?
We exclude visitor attractions in your tour price because it lets you travel your way. It means you can pamper yourself with a luxury lunch or skip an attraction whenever you feel like it.
Do we need to bring our own lunch?
You do not need to. We stop in small towns, villages, and rural eateries where you can choose whatever meal pleases both your taste buds and your budget.
Should I tip the driver-guide?
Let us be honest, our driver-guides would never refuse a cheeky bonus. But it is up to you, and the amount is entirely at your discretion.
What about travel insurance?
Travel insurance is not included in the price. We advise you take out travel insurance.
I have more questions, who can help me?
If you have any more questions, you can contact us here.
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