Top Friuli-Venezia Giulia Food Tours

Experience Trieste through its unique wines, olive oils, and artisan pairings from the Karst, guided by local experts. Savor authentic flavors, stories, and traditions in a friendly atmosphere: an experience that goes beyond tasting, rooted in culture and conviviality.

On a tour of a Grado winery, discover the Roman city of Aquileia, and find the Grado lagoon. In this picturesque part of Italy, learn how local wine is made, and wander through the vineyards of a local winery. Later, taste authentic local wine, and enjoy typical local snacks outside in the grounds of the winery, all the while looking out over the rolling countryside.

Don’t miss out on the chance to learn all about an Italian family winery and enjoy a guided tasting—it’s an ideal choice for wine-lovers visiting Friuli-Venezia Giulia. Try six glasses, explore the family’s Wine Castle, and, weather permitting, tour the vineyard too, all while learning the secrets behind the wine production business.

Discover the history and traditions of prosecco in the village that gives the wine its name. On this small-group tour, explore the narrow streets and terraced vineyards of Contovello and Prosecco, where vintners first made the sparkling wine. Taste traditionally-produced sparkling wines and locally-made regional foods in a unique setting overlooking the Gulf of Trieste and the Adriatic Sea.

The Slovenia border is right next to Trieste with a small, yet scenic, slither of coastline that’s in easy reach. The best way to discover it is with a local guide, so do just that on this half-day trip from Trieste. You’ll visit the towns of Koper, Izola, and Piran, and finish up in Portorož in the heart of Slovenia’s Istria wine region. A tasting of up to three local wine varietals is one of the highlights.

Visit the town of Prosecco on this day trip from Trieste, and pay homage to its sparkling wine that’s loved around the world. Taking the hassle out of organizing a trip there on your own, this day trip makes it easy with a pickup direct from your Trieste hotel, plus the visit to Prosecco for a tasting session. The trip also includes time in the Ferrari Garden of Stanjel in Slovenia so remember to bring your passport.

Join an exclusive journey to discover Sauris, a place suspended in time where nature, taste and authenticity come together. This tour takes you away from the crowded tourist destinations, into an unspoilt corner of the Friulian Dolomites, with premium private transport, dedicated guide and authentic experiences: from a visit to a PGI ham factory to a tasting of craft beer at high altitude. An experience designed for those seeking quality, comfort and discovery, in a hidden and surprising Veneto and Friuli.

This is an ideal choice for wine lovers visiting Italy. Spend a day discovering the highlights of the picturesque Collio wine region. Avoid the hassle of booking taxis between sites, and enjoy the convenience of having door-to-door transfers included. See incredible scenery, visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Cividale del Friuli, and get the chance to try delicious wine along the way too.

Experience one of Friuli’s most spectacular wineries with this insider’s tour. Learn about this landmark estate with an introductory video presentation, then visit the medieval castle that houses the historic wine cellar and the surrounding gardens. End with a stroll through the 18th-century halls to the tasting cellar to sample five different Collio wines paired with fresh bread, focaccia, and local charcuterie.

We will be visiting two different iconic wine producers and we will discover their love and passion for the art of wine-making in Friuli Venezia Giulia, understanding the basic of tasting and winemaking, focusing on the different styles that made the region well-know across the globe. We will access and visit vineyards and winemakers that are usually not open for visits for private tours, or we will pay a visit to emerging winemakers, that are starting to be recognised in the fine-dining world and leading the way in the area to a new modern way of winemaking. Are you a real beginner? Don't you worry, we will even cover the basics of winemaking and wine production in Italy to get your bases covered! Are you a nerd as me? Don't you worry neither, I am sure we will have plenty to talk about! Transport, water and translation will be offered throughout the day.

Come and discover Cividale and the Collio wine area in Friuli Venezia Giulia! We are going to discover Cividale, a UNESCO site for its Lombard treasures. It was the first Duchy of the Lombards on Italian soil from the sixth to the end of the eighth century. A walk through the alleys and seeing the art treasures will take you back in time. The town has always been a meeting point of cultures and peoples: from the Celts to the Romans, from the Carolingians to the Patriarchs. Countless are the artistic beauties and monuments of art such as the Devil's Bridge, The Cathedral and the Lombard Temple. We then move on to the Collio wine area, one of the most beautiful and famous DOC wine areas in Friuli Venezia Giulia. It feels like being in Tuscany surrounded by rolling hills and breathtaking scenery with the famous terraced vineyards called ronchi. We will visit a typical winery to taste native wines and more. Pickup at Cormons and Udine stations is possible. Both easy to reach by train from Trieste.

Explore Istria like never before! With the Istria Safari Jeep, embark on an in-depth and authentic exploration of selected Istrian products. Whether you choose wine, olive oil, truffles, or spirits, we are confident that this unique experience will allow you to fully immerse yourself in the true essence of Istria with all your senses.

This is an ideal choice for wine lovers visiting Italy. Spend a day discovering the highlights of the picturesque Collio wine region. Avoid the hassle of booking a taxi between sites and enjoy the convenience of having door-to-door transfers included. Admire incredible landscapes, visit the UNESCO World Heritage site of Cividale del Friuli and take advantage of the opportunity to also try good wine along the way. Save time and discover the highlights of the Collio wine region in one day Hassle-free tour with a premium wine tasting included No need to book round-trip transportation transfers included Access extraordinary local views that you may miss if you travel alone

Indulge in a delightful two-hour wine tasting journey through Mitteleuropa, featuring exquisite selections from Austria, Slovenia, and Trieste. Guided by Alessio Rozzi, a knowledgeable AIS sommelier and founder of Enoteca Adriatica, you'll explore the unique characteristics of three remarkable wines. This intimate tasting allows you to savor each pour while learning about the intricate flavors and traditions behind them, making it a perfect outing for any wine enthusiast.