Top Croatia Wine, Beer & Spirits - page 4

Go rafting on the Cetina River on a half-day white water rafting trip from Split, and enjoy a fun blend of flatwater and easy rapids in a scenic location. Take on Class II and Class III white water rapids in an open-topped boat with a river guide paddling alongside. All equipment is provided so you won't have to worry about additional rentals.

This sightseeing excursion in Kornati National Park offers visitors to Zadar a day to spend in the pristine waters of the Adriatic Sea. With the use of snorkeling equipment and breakfast on board the vessel plus a restaurant lunch, everything is taken care of. All you need to do is bring your own swimsuit, towel, and shoes, and watch the isles of the Dalmatian coast glide by.

Lovers of wine and oysters should look no further than historic Ston, home of Mali Ston oysters, a type of European flat oyster that's especially delicious due to the minerals in the water. This Peljesac Peninsula day trip—just for your group, to ensure a more leisurely pace—gets you out to an oyster farm and two different wineries, with the option to see Ston's city walls and salt works.

Speed away from Split to the Blue Lagoon and the UNESCO-listed Old Town of Trogir on this half-day tour. You’re whisked away by speedboat to the secluded waters of the lagoon, where you can swim or snorkel above a white-sand seabed or relax on deck before exploring the medieval harbor town. Depart in the morning or afternoon on this small-group tour, limited to 14 people to ensure personalized attention from your skipper.

A day of exploring Kornati National Park from Zadar by boat is one of the best ways to experience the area's many islands. See a variety of landscapes, such as dense forests, karst-limestone formations, and beaches. Your breakfast and lunch are included for a seamless experience, and you can swim in the warm coastal waters at your leisure.

Explore Plitvice Lakes National Park, one of Croatia's most beautiful natural attractions, with this private tour. Your driver will pick you up at your Split hotel and take you out to the park, where you'll have plenty of time to explore on your own terms. After your visit, you'll have the option to head straight back to your hotel or stop for lunch at a local restaurant along the way.

Go to two locations of exceptional natural beauty with one simple booking. Travel from Split or Trogir and discover the Skradinski Buk waterfall, take a boat ride down the river canyon, explore the town of Skradin, where you will have an opportunity to cool down, and take a dip in the Krka River. Then go for some wine tasting (included), learning about its production, and if you decide, taste some of the local specialties too.

There are lots of excellent wine producers in Zagreb, but without local knowledge, it can be hard as an outsider to know the best wineries to visit. On this private trip, visit an area that’s nicknamed “Zagreb’s vineyard”—Plešivica. Visit two wineries for tastings, and learn wine secrets from local winemakers. The tour also visits Zumberak Samobor Hills Nature Park with an optional hike to Samobor and its castle.

Croatia has the ideal climate for grape-growing, but few visitors know where to find the best wine. This private winery tour not only lets you in on the secret of Croatian viniculture, but also includes transportation that saves you from having to take the wheel after you’ve indulged.

Visit the UNESCO-listed Plitvice Lakes National Park, this full-day trip from Zagreb. Traveling by air-conditioned vehicle, dubbed the ‘Little Plitvice,’ and see its cascades and watermills before continuing to Plitvice proper. Here, take a 4-hour sightseeing tour, admiring the lakes and waterfalls by foot, boat, and tram. Finish with lunch (own expense) at a local restaurant before returning to Zagreb.

Discover sea caves on the Adriatic Coast on a kayaking tour around the Kamenjak peninsula in Premantura, south of Pula. You'll paddle along the southern cape of Istria and into two caves, plus go snorkeling, admire several bays and beaches, and jump in the water from the cliffs, if you wish.

Discover “Game of Thrones” sites in Dubrovnik on a walking tour that visits the real-life attractions used for some of the show’s locations. As you explore the city’s UNESCO World Heritage–listed Old Town with your guide and group, enjoy views of the red-roofed skyline you know as King’s Landing. Follow in Joffrey’s footsteps at Lovrijenac Fortress, stand where Ayra Stark stood, and hear behind-the-scenes stories. Various ticket options are available.

Enjoy an independent way of exploring the UNESCO-listed Plitvice Lakes National Park on this hands-off tour. Meet your coach in central Zadar, or at your local accommodation, and set off in the morning. You’ll head directly to Plitvice Lakes National Park: famed for its turquoise-hued pools, wooden walkways, and many waterfalls. Upon arrival, purchase your ticket and set off on an independent exploration of the park. If exploring solo isn't your thing, upgrade to a guided tour.

Combine some sightseeing with wine tasting on this private tour from Dubrovnik to the Pelješac peninsula. Start out with some time in the Old town of Ston to see its famous walls and ancient streets. Spend the rest of the tour visiting wineries around the peninsula, learning about and sampling the region’s varieties of red wine including Dingač. Admission to the walls of Ston is not included in the tour.

Take in the highlights of Croatia’s Dalmatian coast on this private full-day cruise from Split. Feel like a VIP aboard a speedboat as you set sail across the Adriatic; marvel at natural wonders such as the Blue Cave on Bisevo Island; enjoy swimming and snorkeling around Stiniva Bay; explore the shops and restaurants on Hvar Island and more.

For adventurous travelers to Pula, this sea kayaking tour offers unprecedented access to the region's seaside attractions and adventures. Leave all the planning and logistics to someone else: With the company of your guide, you'll snorkel, paddle around the clear waters of Seagull’s Rocks, and more. High-resolution photos and videos (including underwater footage) of your excursion are also included.

Immerse yourself in the UNESCO–listed scenery of Plitvice Lakes National Park—and make traveling there from Zagreb simple—on this full-day, private tour. Enjoy the undivided attention of your private guide as you set off, and customize the tour to suit your preferences. Choose to discover the picturesque watermill village of Rastoke, enjoy hiking around the Plitvice lakes (park admission own expense), or soak up the scenery on a boat cruise.

Discover six islands and caves on a full-day speedboat cruise from Split. Board a RIB (rigid-inflatable boat), and visit beauty spots including the Blue Cave, Monk Seal Cave (weather permitting) and passing by Green Cave before stopping to swim, snorkel, and sunbathe at Budikovac Island’s Blue Lagoon. Continue to Hvar Town with 90 minutes of free time.

+ Cycle on a carefully curated scenic route: a breathtaking ride through Korcula’s stunning vineyards and olive grove landscapes - a ride discovered and refined by us over the years. + Taste Korcula’s most iconic wines: including the rare Grk of Lumbarda and the celebrated Posip, at two idyllic family-run wineries known for generous pours, warm hospitality and gorgeous views. + Indulge in a sumptuous platter of local delicacies: tasty local bites including cheeses, charcuterie and island olive oil, perfectly accompanying your wine tastings (served at one winery). + Enjoy a relaxed, intimate small-group experience: soak in the vineyard scenery in a relaxed atmosphere where you won't feel rushed and can savour your time with fellow travellers. + Feel welcomed like friends: we’ll share local stories, wine knowledge and our island life insights in a friendly, informal way.

The Peljesac Peninsula is renowned for producing some of Croatia’s finest wines, olive oils, and seafood. With this tour, indulge your senses on a full-day tasting tour and visit boutique wineries, vineyards, and an oyster and mussel farm. Meet the winemakers and sample a variety of red and white wines, learn how olive oil is made, and see the Ston salt pans.

Taste your way through Croatia's wine country with this small-group wine tour to Plesivica. Your local guide will take you and your fellow travelers to this vineyard-rich region, dubbed the "Champagne of Croatia," where you'll get to try three sparkling wines and two regular wines. You'll also get the chance to sample local cuisine, with a quick visit to Erdody Castle and Lake Rakitje on your way back to Zagreb.

Discover the wine of Croatia’s Istrian peninsula with this wine tour from Rovinj and Pula. You’ll travel to three wineries in a small group that’s limited to just eight people for an intimate tour of wine tasting and eating. Learn about the local wine and growing techniques, then sit down for a traditional Istrian meal before your journey back.

You will not find it on the menus of Dubrovnik. At least not the real, homemade one. Because real “peka” requires the right infrastructure, it requires knowledge and it takes time. There is no time for such a thing in the restless Dubrovnik. Do you know where they have it? And where they really enjoy the preparation? In Konavle, an area just a few kilometres from Cavtat, where authentic nature, crystal clear rivers, and an exceptional gastronomic tradition write unforgettable stories. Veal, lamb, home-grown vegetables, home-made spirits and of course wines. If we combine them with a visit to the first settlement in this area of Epidaurus, today’s Cavtat, we have an ideal trip ahead of us. Let’s go together!

Take a day trip out to Krka Waterfalls and spend time exploring Sibenik with this small-group tour, which combines guided activities with plenty of free time. You'll have a few hours to explore both Krka and Sibenik on your own, with a stop for an included lunch in a local village along the way. A short orientation of Sibenik with a local guide is also included.