Motovun's Wine & Heritage

This full-day experience explores Motovun, a hilltop town in central Istria known for its history, wine, olive oil, and truffles. The day begins with pick-up from your accommodation, followed by a drive into Istria’s wine country. In Motovun, a medieval hilltop town overlooking the Mirna Valley and Motovun Forest, you discover a setting shaped by local tradition, natural beauty, and a strong food and wine culture. The experience includes visits to wineries in the Motovun area, where you taste local wines such as Malvazija and Teran and learn about traditional winemaking techniques and the region’s viticultural heritage. One visit also introduces you to olive oil production, with tastings of distinct olive varieties and insight into their cultivation. The day continues with time in the old town of Motovun for a two-course lunch featuring truffle-infused dishes, reflecting the area’s long-standing reputation as a truffle region.

This experience brings together the elements that shape Motovun: history, local traditions, natural beauty, and the food culture of inland Istria. As you move through the region, you gain a closer look at Motovun’s past, from its older foundations to its present-day character, while engaging directly with the flavors for which this area is known. The visits to local producers give the day particular depth. Tastings at the wineries offer a sensory introduction to Istria’s diverse terroirs, while the olive oil component adds another layer to the region’s agricultural identity. Malvazija, Istria’s best-known indigenous wine, and PDO-protected Istrian olive oil give the experience added regional specificity. A personal approach throughout creates a stronger connection to the people, practices, and landscape that shape everyday life in this part of Istria.

The tour is led by a local expert, deeply knowledgeable about Istrian wine, history, and culture. Their passion for the region and its traditions enriches the experience, offering guests an authentic and insightful journey through Motovun.

Comfortable footwear for walking in the vineyards and Motovun's cobbled streets. Camera to capture the scenic views and memorable moments. Curiosity and appetite for Istrian cuisine and culture.