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Hop & Taste: Slovenian Riviera & Local Bites

3.9(82)Rated 3.9 out of 5 from 82 reviews3 h 30 minFree cancellationBy kopertours.eu
Wine Fountain couple view

About this activity

Explore the Slovenian Coast through a relaxed blend of scenic driving, guided walking, and local tastings on this Hop & Taste tour, ideal for couples and families. The route links the Slovenian Riviera, panoramic viewpoints, vineyard villages, and the historic city of Koper.

Enjoy scenic views of Istrian towns, the Adriatic Sea, and the Alps in the background before continuing through the countryside to the hilltop village of Marezige. Surrounded by vineyards, enjoy tastings of local wine and olive oil while taking in sweeping views of the Slovenian Coast in a peaceful Istrian setting.

The journey continues in Koper with a guided walking tour through the old town, visiting Tito Square, Carpaccio Square, Cobbler Street, and the Da Ponte Fountain. Along the way, sample burek, a popular local pastry, and other regional delicacies.

The order of visits may vary depending on the day and tour timing. Afterward, enjoy free time in Koper, just a short walk back to the ship.

What's included

  • ✓Local guide
  • ✓Transport by air-conditioned van/minibus/coach
  • ✓Food and wine tasting

Not included

  • ✕Gratuities

Meeting and pickup

  • Look for the guide standing next to the YELLOW beach flag on your right-hand side as you exit the terminal building on the pier.

Good to know

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • The tour departs in all weather conditions
  • Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Minimum drinking age is 18 years
  • At time of booking, Cruise ship passengers must provide the following information at time of booking: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time
  • Confirmation is received 3 or 2 days before the tour
  • If there is less than 30 participants, tour is guided with free time in towns
  • If you miss any departure, call contact number after minimum 15 min
  • If you take any other transportation to get back, in case departure is missed, refund is processed after you provide us receipt
  • Full refund can only be retrieved if you miss first departure and you don't proceed the tour
  • booking is considered confirmed if we receive reply from your side via message sent by us through Viator-Tripadvisor. Otherwise we don't hold responsible if you miss departure.
  • Any complaints or requests for refund are accepted only in 24 hours after the tour

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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