Your Itinerary
Day 1 - Welcome to Pula
Welcome to Pula! The entry point of Istria. Our driver will greet you on arrival and take you to your hotel, a short drive outside the main town and overlooking a charming bay. Spend some time settling in and enjoying a drink at your hotel before a private guided tour of Pula and the famous Pula Arena – the best-preserved Roman amphitheatre in the world. Enjoy dinner in the old town before returning to your hotel.
Day 2 - Three courses of truffles lovingly prepared by you
Today is all about Truffles! You will meet your guide at Pula Green Market to shop for ingredients before putting together a 3-course Truffle inspired menu, Yes, that’s right, even dessert will include the highly-prized ingredient! Your host is a trained sommelier and will also discuss the basics of wine pairing before you sit down to enjoy the end results.
Day 3 - A wine estate to remember
Today, you depart Pula and make your way further north, just outside the village of Bale. Your destination: The Relais & Chateaux Meneghetti Wine Hotel. One of Croatia’s boutique vineyards and luxury estates. Spend the afternoon settling in by the choice of swimming pools before a late afternoon wine and olive oil tasting. We highly recommend rounding off your day with dinner at the Michelin recommended restaurant.
Day 4 - Relax and enjoy your surroundings
Relaxation is the word of the day. Spend your day soaking in the lavender and sage scented air. Take the hotel shuttle to the private beach for some sea air or if you’d prefer to work up a thirst, take a bike for a leisurely cycle to explore the village of Bale and the surrounding area.
Day 5 - Romantic Rovinj
After breakfast you depart your rural sanctuary to the colourfully charming Mediterranean town of Rovinj. Said to be the most romantic town in Istria. You will stay at the newly opened 5-star plus Grand Park Hotel. Enjoy an afternoon at the pool overlooking the marina. later in the afternoon wander through the cobbled streets and climb the church tower before returning to the restaurant for a 12-course tasting menu at the signature restaurant.
Day 6 - Explore Rovinj at your leisure
A day to spend at your leisure. We highly recommend a bike ride through the golden cape forest park. You’ll come across secluded pebbled bays to take a dip and if you are feeling adventurous there’s also a naturist beach. Be sure to pick up some delicious bites from the Deli in front of Hotel Grand Park to stop off for a picnic along the way.
Day 7 - Until next time
It’s your final morning to soak up the rays and relax at the pool or go for a walk along the promenade before our driver meets you for your transfer to Pula airport. All good things must come to an end, so they say.
What's included?
Included:
- Accommodation on B&B basis at selected luxury hotels
- Private transfers (air-conditioned vehicle)
- Private tour of Pula and entrance fees to the arena
- Truffle Cooking class including market trip and 3-course meal
- Wine tasting at Meneghetti
- All trips are ATOL protected or ABTA bonded to ensure you are fully covered
