Slovenia · FOOD TOURS IN SLOVENIAN ISTRIA
Every trip has one free day too few. These 11 food tours in Slovenian Istria justify the slot, priced and timed so you can decide in minutes and get back to the fun part.
Review of Piran’s two-hour walking tour with local stories, hilltop views, Slovenian wine, Istrian food, and practical booking tips.
“A perfect way to get an overview of the city of Piran. Jan was friendly and knowledgeable about the city. At the end of our tour we had tastings of local food and wine. Definitely recommend this tour!”
Visit Fonda Fish Garden near Portorož for a boat tour, fish-farm stories, local wine, and a relaxed taste of Slovenia’s coast.
“An unexpected surprise. We had a fantastic introduction to the Fonda fish farm which is really more like a fish garden. The information provided was fascinating and we learned so much. Plus we had the opportunity to take a boat out to see the gardens. They are amazing! And we also had a lovely wine and snack at the end. It was a wonderful time and we highly recommend this experience.”
Explore Piran’s Venetian lanes, St. George’s viewpoint, and local wine, truffles, olive oil, and snacks on a small-group tour.
“Very good tour Very knowledgeable Taught us lots about the history of Piran before going to a tasting of local wine and food in a lovely location”
Hunt truffles with a trained dog, cook fuži pasta, and taste Istrian specialties in a small group near Koper, Slovenia.
“Sara was a great host and gave us a deep insight to the world of truffles. How to hunt, how to educate the dogs, to define the category and quality, etc. Afterwards she prepared a delicious dinner with truffles and let us learn that the easiest recipies are the best. We could highly recommend this tour!”
Taste Piran through seafood, olive oil, wine, pasta, salami, grappa, and gelato on Jan’s intimate three-and-a-half-hour food tour.
“Wow, do not go to Piran and miss out on this experience. Our host Jan was amazing, gave us great commentary on the history and highlights of Piran during this walking tour. We stopped at some great restaurants and experienced wonderful local food and great wine. The highlight being a beautiful little gourmet outlet called The Taste of Piran. Definitely include this tour in your trip. Fantastic experience.”
Hunt truffles with a dog, cook Istrian fuži, and taste Malvasia wine during this warm, small-group experience in Gažon.
“We loved this experience! Jerneja was a knowledgeable guide: filled us in on Gazon and Istria history, the history of truffle hunting and how to spot real truffles in your food. The lunch she served was delicious! It was an experience I’m so glad we booked.”
Taste Slovenian wines, cold cuts, and cheese in Vina Poljšak’s underground cellar near Vipava, with a private family-led visit.
“I loved the service. Verynice people and good Slovenian alcohol:) The location in perfect in the city center.”
Explore Piran with a private local guide, scenic hilltop views, and Slovenian wine and food tastings on this 90-minute walking tour.
“Tourguide Jan gave a very nice overview, history and tips of the city Piran!! Also the tastings were delicious. 👍🏻”
Taste organic olive oil, spreads, and olives at Red Fairytale farm in Marezige, with a grove walk and Istrian countryside views near Koper.
“Horizont erweiternd. Mit viel Liebe und Zeit alles zum Thema Oliven beschrieben und erklärt. Absolut empfehlenswert.”
Taste Istrian olive oil, truffles, wine, cheeses, and liquors while visiting Hum, Motovun, and Grožnjan from Koper.
“Knowledgeable and extremely accommodating tour guides and hosts gave us a wide variety of sites and flavors from a view of the Alps over Lake Bled to a visit to the capital city for a wine tasting and fun day at the city center market which Read more”
Hunt truffles with a dog in Slovenian Istria, then taste fuži pasta in a small forest outing near Nova Vas nad Dragonjo.
“Die "Truffle hunting tour" war für uns ein erlebnisreicher Abend bei dem neben dem eigentlichen Trüffel-Suchen nette Gespräche, lokale Weine und Häppchen aus der Region genossen werden konnten. Uns hat der Abend sehr gut gefallen, wenn wir wieder in der Region Urlaub machen werden wir die Tour wiederholen.”
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