The peninsula of Peljesac boasts a long maritime tradition and wine growing areas producing excellent red wines. The cultivation of vineyards dates back to 3rd century B.C. when the Greeks settled the island of Korčula. Discover the gentle landscapes of Pelješac and its steep southern coast, its villages with authentic rural architecture and hospitality of its people. Join us for wine tasting in the picturesque village of Potomje where you will be welcomed by a well-known local wine-producer. The tour continues up to the area of Dingač with most impressive vineyards descending the mountain slopes at a high incline towards the sea. Departure to Prizdrina for wine tasting and a typical light lunch at the Bartulović family house. On our way back we stop at the village of Ponikve for a visit to the Miloš family wine-cellar. Read more…
Deep spiritual experience for those wishing to visit one of the most famous pilgrimage places of the Catholic world. Since 1981, in a small village of Međugorje in Bosnia-Herzegovina the Blessed Virgin Mary has been appearing to visionaries and passing through them messages of piece to the whole world. Share the faith with millions of pilgrims from all over the world that have visited Međugorje and left spiritually strengthened and renewed.
After the Holy Mass at the church of St James follow the same path up to the Apparition Hill where six young visionaries first encountered Our Lady.
Discover a charming little town of Ston with its 5-kilometre long walls; and the island of Korčula – the hometown of Marco Polo, the famous world traveler. Ston is renowned for its delicious oysters that we will taste in one of the local restaurants, accompanied by a glass of local wine. Another landmark of Ston is its old salt ponds where the salt is still produced today in the old way.
The tour continues with a drive to Orebić where we take a ferry for Korčula. Covered with dense pine forest, the island was named Korkyra Melaina, meaning “Black Korčula”, by the Greeks in the 3rd century B.C. The city of Korčula is one of the most beautiful medieval cities on the Adriatic Coast. We tour its charming streets and squares with Renaissance palaces, and magnificent Cathedral of St Mark, the city’s patron saint. Enjoy a tasty lunch before heading back to the mainland. Drive along the Pelješac with a stop for a visit to the local winery where we will taste some of the famous local wines.
Panoramic drive for a magnificent view over the city with Lokrum Island and the Elaphite islands in the distance. Developing its merchant fleet activities all over the Mediterranean and further on, Dubrovnik rose to one of the strongest merchant navies during the 16th century. This city of glorious past was the seat of a small but powerful state, the Dubrovnik Republic, which maintained its independence for 450 years. Discover its Old City, included on UNESCO`s World Heritage List, surrounded by mighty walls and fortresses, well preserved over the centuries. Our walking tour takes us to Stradun, an elegant main street with Onofrio`s Fountains, Franciscan Monastery with the ancient pharmacy, Orlando`s Column, Church of St Blaise-the city’s patron saint, Cathedral and other sights.
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