Unesco Škocjan Caves, Lipica Stud Farm, Štanjel, Prosciutto Drying Facility - Private Day Tour
Explore Slovenian underground wonders in Škocjan Caves that are on the UNESCO list. Enjoy your time in the company of white Lipizzaner horses in Lipica and allow yourself to be spoiled by wine and prosciutto in the culinary experience.
What to expect?
Karst with a beautiful world of underground wonders, stunning natural phenomena and unique tastes provides an experience that will stay with you for the rest of your life. Škocjan Caves represents the most significant underground phenomena in both the Karst region and Slovenia with an extraordinary underground gorge and other world famous special features. The Lipica Stud Farm is one of the oldest stud farms in the world and it represents the origin of the Lipizzan horse while Štanjel is the architectural gem of the Karst, that is known for its medieval beauty. Part of the trip is wine tasting of excellent local wine ‘’Teran’’ and also a visit to ham-drying facility, where there will be tasting of the famous Slovenian dried-ham – prosciutto.
HIGHLIGHTS
- The UNESCO World Heritage - Škocjan Caves
- Visit the home of the Lipizzan breed and discover its unique history
- Enjoy wine tasting of excellent local wines
- Explore gorgeous Štanjel, known for its exlusive charm
- Tasting of Karst dry-cured ham ‘’pršut’’
TRADITIONAL EVENTS
- The Škocjan Tourist Association organizes the following events:
- Traditional walking expedition along the Reka River sinkhole (every year in April)
- The Škocjan Festival (every year in June and July)
- Štanjel Wine Festival (8. November – 10. November)
- Karst lavender festival
- The Festival of the Municipality of Komen
What is included?
Included
Hotel pick up and drop off
- Professional English-speaking (other languages on request) guide/driver
- Transport by comfortable car/van
- Parking fees and fuel
- Traditional food & drink picnic basket (homemade products)
- Entrance fees: Škocjan Caves, Lipica Stud farm
- Tasting of the local wines
- Visit of ham-drying facility and tasting of Karst dry-cured ham ‘’pršut’’ with a glass of “teran” wine
What do I need to bring?
Bring comfortable walkiging shoes, some warm clothes (it might be cold in the caves) and your camera :D
Additional information
- Voucher: You will receive a secure voucher to either print out or present on your mobile phone.
- Cancellation Policy: Fee of $100 if cancelled 48 hours before event or less.
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