Taste Dubrovnik: Private Old Town Walk & Wine ExperiencePrivate Tour

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What makes this tour special

Discover Dubrovnik's long-established wine culture through a private tasting experience set within the historic UNESCO-listed Old Town. This private wine-focused experience combines a leisurely introduction to Dubrovnik’s historic landmarks with a curated wine tasting led by a local guide who is a trained sommelier, leaving you with a deeper appreciation of Croatian history, wines and regional flavours.

On your private 2-hour experience, you will:

• Discover Dubrovnik’s Old Town and get a delectable introduction to Dalmatian wines;
• Get a relaxed orientation to the city in the company of an expert guide who is also a licensed sommelier;
• Stroll along Stradun, the city’s historic main street and pass through Gundulić Square, where a lively market offers fresh local produce every morning;
• See the iconic Jesuit Stairs that made a memorable appearance in Game of Thrones, and walk by the historic Rector's Palace, once the political centre of the former Republic of Ragusa;
• Get the lowdown on the Italian and Mediterranean influences that have shaped Dubrovnik’s history and culinary culture;
• Step inside an acclaimed local wine bar for a guided wine tasting;
• Sample four spectacular Croatian wines and learn the main varieties from the Dalmatia region, from the exquisite whites made from Pošip grapes to the rich Plavac Mali reds;
• Accompany each glass with carefully chosen food pairings, including artisanal cheese and charcuterie.

Your experience begins at Onofrio's Fountain, a grand design at the entrance to the Old Town, which makes an ideal departure point for a relaxed introduction to Dubrovnik’s historic centre. As you walk along Stradun, your guide will offer a brief overview of the city’s rich past, passing elegant squares, historic landmarks, and iconic filming locations, including the Jesuit Stairs, which were famously featured in Game of Thrones.

You’ll continue past Dubrovnik Cathedral, the Old Port, and St. Blaise Church, discovering the exquisite architecture and cultural heritage that make Dubrovnik one of the Mediterranean’s most captivating cities. This short walking portion is designed to give you a feel for the Pearl of the Adriatic’s personality before sitting down to enjoy what is sure to be a highlight of your experience: a curated Croatian wine tasting.

You’ll make your way to a carefully selected local wine bar, where your certified sommelier guide will talk you through a tasting of top-notch wines, with a strong focus on regional varieties and traditions. During the tasting, each glass will be thoughtfully paired with local specialities, perhaps a perfectly-aged prosciutto, a selection of artisanal cheeses paired, rich roasted peppers with a sweet rosé, or some fresh seafood to accompany a crisp Dalmatian white. Alternative pairings can be arranged depending on dietary preferences or what’s in season, ensuring an intimate, personalised experience.

Throughout the tasting, your sommelier will share insights into Croatia’s wine regions, production techniques, and flavour profiles, making for an ideal introduction to Dubrovnik’s wine culture, combining local flavours, expert insights, and the timeless charm of one of the Adriatic’s most beautiful cities.

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