Top Experiences in Hrastovlje

Discover the Slovenian part of the Istria peninsula, known since the Roman times as »terra magica«, starting with the medieval town of Koper, the largest coastal centre of Slovenia.
Walk along its promenade, numerous ancient squares and visit the largest Slovenian cathedral. Continue to the picturesque villages in the interior of the Slovenian Istria at St. Peter village, known for its ancient olive oil press and Tonina house museum. The nearby Padna has been entirely preserved in its cultural heritage. Visit the famous frescoes at Hrastovlje’s church from the year 1490. Get carried away by the beautiful Istrian landscape, its atmosphere in the villages and the taste of exquisite Istrian dishes.

The Village Traditions trip is a memorable experience as it combines rich history, culture, nature and gastronomy which are all closely related to the tradition of the Coast and the Karst region.

This time we offer the Istrian villages & olives: Enjoy a panoramic drive to the village of St. Peter, to visit the "Tona’s House” - a unique ethnological museum shows us typical life of a farmer's family from centuries ago.
Koštabona - once an ancient Roman settlement with a temple dedicated to Bona Dea that gave the village its present name.
Village of Hrastovlje holds a cultural monument Hrastovlje Holy Trinity Church from the 12th Century with its dazzling frescoes covering walls to the last corner, among them the famous Dance of Death.
Izola is the smallest coastal town yet charming, enriched with a long tradition of fishing and farming. Izola boasts many wonderful things like narrow streets and squares hiding stone houses, churches. You are invited to taste extra virgin olive oil (cold pressing), pickled olives, sun dried tomatoes with capers, wine and homemade brandy. Excellent possibility to buy local products.