VENETO &

SLOVENIA OCTOBER 2026

October 21-31, 2026

$5300 Double / $6025 Single per person

Welcome to Slovenia and Italy’s Veneto region: Embark on a leisurely journey from northeastern Italy to central Slovenia. Indulge in sparkling and orange wines amidst Slovenia’s burgeoning wine scene, savor truffles, olives, and goat cheeses in Istria. Explore a Slovenian castle steeped in folklore akin to Robin Hood, and traverse cave systems reminiscent of a Lord of the Rings adventure. Relax in coastal villages, Ljubljana’s trendy ambiance, and quaint towns dotting Friuli and Veneto.

Delight in long, convivial meals celebrating regional delicacies, accompanied by in-depth wine tastings. Ideal for those craving an unhurried experience, relishing quiet gems away from tourist crowds. Join us for an intimate exploration of hidden treasures in this Veneto & Slovenia tour.

Day One

Overnight: Castelfranco, Italy

Welcome to the Veneto After welcome drinks in the lobby of our hotel, we’ll take a guided walking tour of Castelfranco (our base for the first two days) before we explore the sleepy village of Asolo with arcaded streets, faded frescoes, and stunning views. Welcome dinner in Asolo.

Day Two

Overnight: Castelfranco, Italy

Highlights of the Veneto Visit to Cittadella to walk atop its 13th century 50 feet high walls. Tour of Vicenza (including the beautiful and impressive Teatro Olimpico built by Italian Renaissance architect Andrea Palladio). After lunch, a visit to either Villa Rotunda or another striking villa designed by Palladio.

Day Three

Overnight: Friuli Reigion Italy

Grappa, chocolates and prosciutto Grappa tasting in Bassano del Grappa followed by a tour of this cute town nearby to the Dolomites mountains. We travel to the Friuli region to the one town most famous for its prosciutto, San Daniele. We’ll tour this cute town and sample some amazing chocolates before a big dinner featuring the town’s superb prosciutto.

Day Four

Overnight: Brda Region, Slovenia

Flavors of Friuli and Brda Explore the Friulian town of Cividale, founded by one Julius Caesar. Enjoy frico, a cheese and potato fry up for lunch. Head to Slovenia’s Goriska Brda for wine tasting at Bjana, the region’s best sparkling wine producer with an 800-year-old cellar, the oldest in the region. Check into our hotel surrounded by vineyards.

Day Five

Overnight: Brda Region, Slovenia

Happy cows, orange wines and 9-course dinner Explore WWI trenches and bunkers in a museum showcasing Italy vs. Austro-Hungarian/German battles. Head back into Italy to tour an organic dairy producer with very happy cows and a beautiful lunch filled with zero-kilometre products. Afternoon to chill or have an easy scenic walk in the wine country. Then savor a nine-course dinner paired with Kabaj Winery’s renowned macerated/orange wines, featured in Wine & Spirits’ Top 100.

Day Six

Overnight: Koper, Slovenia

Venetian Towns and Organic Olive Oil Depart Brda and head to Slovenia’s tiny coast line. Tour of an organic olive oil farm overlooking the sea and ancient salt flats. Group lunch at the farm. Tour of Piran, a scenic and charming Venetian town along the Adriatic Sea. Check into your hotel in Koper, another Venetian seaside city which was once an island until they attached it to the mainland in the early 20th century, followed by a short orientation walk.

Day Seven

Overnight: Koper, Slovenia

Exploring Truffles and Goat Cheese in Croatia Cross into Croatia to explore to hill towns of Groznjan, filled with artist galleries and artisan shops, and iconic Motovun where you can sample some truffles or perhaps a glass of their bold red wine – Teran. Then tour the largest Roman arena outside of Italy in the city of Pula. Special dinner at a farm off the tourist grid with home cooked stews, tasty surprises and Croatia’s finest goat cheese.

Day Eight

Overnight: Ljubljana, Slovenia

Caves, Castles, and Dragons Tour of the Skocjan caves which feature the largest subterranean cavern in Europe. Afternoon visit to Predjama castle. This 16th century castle clings to limestone cliffs and has a rich history, including folklore about the Slovenian Robin Hood who once lived there. Arrival into Ljubljana, Slovenia’s uber charming but small capital. Guided walking tour of old town followed by group dinner.

Day Nine

Overnight: Ljub, Slovenia

Charms of Ljubljana Full day at leisure in Ljubljana. Please talk with us for recommendations on what to visit and see, where to eat, drink, shop, and people watch.

Day Ten

Overnight: Ljubljana, Slovenia

Bees, Beer and Beautiful Lake Bled Visit a local beekeeper to learn about the importance of beekeeping; includes tastings of honey and other sweets. Lunch with Monika who makes her own herbal liqueurs and beer. Learn about their traditional black kitchen to smoke meats and dry fruits. Afternoon at Lake Bled. Farewell group dinner at a castle overlooking the lake.

Day Eleven

Tour Over

Our Veneto & Slovenia tour ends after breakfast. Your guide will be on hand to help with transfers to the airport or wherever your adventures take you. Thank you and good-bye!

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MEET YOUR GUIDE: Andrew Villone

Twenty-five years ago, Andrew got bit hard by the travel bug when he took his first trip abroad, backpacking around Europe for 6 months. Eventually, he took the big plunge and in 2014 he moved to Slovenia, the charming Alpine/Balkan/Mediterranean country where east meets west.

Andrew has been leading & organizing tours for the past 20 years. He loves to champion countries and regions that many travelers have yet to explore. His three favorite aspects of traveling are sampling the local cuisine and wine, sharing travel escapades with other travelers and hanging out with the locals.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Price: $5300 (Air not included) per person for a double occupancy room. Single Supplement is $725. We welcome singles and if you do not have a travel partner, please sign up for a single spot. In the event that a roommate is found, your booking can be changed to a double before final payment is due.

What’s included: all breakfasts, 4 lunches, 5 dinners, wine tastings, and 10 nights lodging in boutique hotels. All admissions and fees for group activities. Transport within the tour and private guides, tips included.

Deposit Policy: A non-refundable deposit of $600 per person is due upon booking.

Veneto & Slovenia tour begins at 4 pm in Castelfranco (Italy), 1 hour from Venice and Marco Polo Airport (VCE), 2.5 hours from Trieste Airport (TRS).

Tour ends in Ljubljana, Slovenia. Airport, Ljubljana (LJU).

If you have additional questions please email us at info@adventureswithsarah.net

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