Buje: Authentic Istrian family farm, guided walk, foods & wine

5.0
(37 reviews)

2 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English

Experience the authentic magic of Istria with our Olivo Istriano guided walking tour with local food and wine tasting. We will meet at the Palazzina Montebello, built in 1899, and explore lush orchards with 31 varieties of estate-grown fruits. Continue the walk through scenic olive groves and vineyards, enjoying breathtaking view of a hilltop town and terraced fields. Discover our sustainable farming practices and learn ancient to modern techniques of olive oil production in the cellar, culminating in a professional tasting with a certified sommelier. Savor a farm-to-table food and wine pairing under a shady tree, featuring local charcuterie, cheese, seasonal fruits, and homemade bread, paired with regional wines. Finish with a surprise artisan dessert. This unique experience combines history, flavors, and family traditions—an immersive journey into Istria’s rich lands. Book now for an unforgettable taste of local culture, warmth, and craftsmanship!

Example Menu

Main

Food, wine and olive oil

Typical Istrian charcuterie board featuring locally sourced products—perfectly complemented by two wines, homemade juice, and refreshing water.

Dessert

Artisan ice cream with few drops of olive oil

To crown this extraordinary day, enjoy a surprise artisan dessert, rounding off your farm-to-table experience with a refreshing touch.

What's Included

Homemade juice and fresh water
Cellar visit
Guided walking tour in the orchard, vineyard and olive grove
Professional olive oil tasting of our Olivo Istriano olive oil
2 local wines paired with food
Istrian Delights! Charcuterie with prosciutto, salamino, cheese, fresh ricotta, olives, garden fruits. Homemade bread, fruit spread, baccala, marinated anchovies, cherry tomatoes. Surprise dessert!

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

We will meet at our home, in a village of Kukov Vrh where Olivo Istriano is based. Follow Google Maps navigation: https://maps.app.goo.gl/W4mWSGwQvJ2Z98Tz8 Please enter on the main gate, there is a large garden in front of the house and the road trough it, come up and park on the left of the garage.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What to expect

Discover Istria's authentic charm with our Olivo Istriano experience, blending history, tradition, and flavors. Walk through our orchard, home to 31 varieties of fresh, estate-grown fruits, vibrant with color and scent. Then explore our olive groves and vineyards, boasting panoramic views of hilltop towns, terraced fields, and Istrian landscapes. We share our sustainable practices that produce top-quality olive oil. In the cellar, learn about ancient and modern harvesting techniques, from Roman times to today. A professional tasting with a certified olive oil sommelier helps you discover its subtle nuances. Outside the Palazzina, enjoy a food and wine pairing under a shady tree with a typical Istrian charcuterie board—Prosciutto, salamino, codfish, marinated anchovies, cheese, ricotta, olives, garden fruits, bread—paired with local wines, homemade juice, and water. Finish with a surprise artisan dessert, completing your farm-to-table experience. Join us for an unforgettable journey through Istria’s flavors, history, and family traditions—an authentic taste of the land served with warmth and passion.

Additional info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Olivo Istriano: Authentic Istrian Family Farm, Guided Walk, Foods & Wine

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Dining Experiences
Wine Tastings
Walking Tours
Olive Oil Tasting
Restaurants
Lunch
Food & Drink
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Cancellation Policy

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

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