WINE ROAD RAKOŠĆAN CASTLE

Experience a day out of a fairy tale in the heart of Zagorje – wine, castles and the flavors of Croatia!

PROGRAM:

  • Join us on a magical one-day trip that will awaken all your senses! Our journey begins with a visit to one of the most beautiful castles in Croatia – the magnificent Trakošćan Castle, located on a picturesque hill above the lake, surrounded by untouched nature. With an expert guide, we will delve into the history and legends of this fairytale building that preserves the spirit of times gone by.
  • After the sightseeing, a relaxing lunch will follow in the elegant ambience of the Trakošćan Hotel, where you will also enjoy a guided wine tasting of 4 top Croatian wines. Through this oenological adventure, we will get to know the diversity and richness of Croatian wine regions, which will be revealed to you through the scents, flavors and stories behind each bottle.
  • As a final touch, we will visit the renowned Petrač winery, located in the heart of green vineyards. Through a tour of the impressive cellar, you will learn how wine is made, which is a combination of tradition and modern knowledge, and then enjoy tasting as many as 6 of their wines with cold plates of local delicacies that perfectly complete the experience.

Don't miss this unique blend of culture, history and wine hedonism!

Itinerary:

  • 09:00 AM: Depart from your Zagreb hotel in a comfortable, luxury van,
  • 10:30 AM: Arrive at Trakošćan Castle for a guided tour with a certified expert,
  • 12:30 PM: Enjoy a three-course lunch at Trakošćan Hotel, paired with a guided tasting of four Croatian wines and stories of Croatia’s wine regions,
  • 04:00 PM: Arrive at Petrač Winery for a cellar tour and guided tasting of six wines, accompanied by local cold platters,
  • 06:30 PM: Depart for Zagreb, arriving back around 7:30 PM.

Included in the Price:

  • Comfortable transportation in a luxury van (small group, maximum 8 guests),
  • Entrance to Trakošćan Castle with a certified guide,
  • Three-course lunch featuring local cuisine at Trakošćan Hotel,
  • Guided tasting of four wines during lunch,
  • Tour of Petrač Winery with guided tasting of six wines and local cold platters,
  • Expert guidance by a wine professional throughout the day.

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General information
Go Explore Croatia is a brand operated by 2 different Croatian travel companies that share the same vision and way of operating: Go Explore and Eko Explorations. Depending on the trip you choose you will be directed to one of these companies for handling details such as payments.


Applications and payments
Customer can apply for tours on line through booking form, email, telephone reservations or through our partner agencies. During the application process for multiday tours customer pays 25% of the total price while 75% has to be paid 30 days before the foreseen tour date at the latest. Exceptionally deadline can be shorter in cases when special payment conditions are being stressed or when the deadline for the tour is less than 30 days.
For “query reservations” Customers have to make advance payment on account per prices stipulated in organizers price catalogue. If the client does not accept confirmed reservation which was made per clients request, organizer has the right to keep the advance payment to be able to cover the reservation costs.
In case when the service is being paid and confirmed, each change in dates made by the Customer is going to be paid pursuant to the price catalogue and in accordance with the company rules.


Tour price
The price of each tour is listed on this website and includes everything that is being stated in the tour description.


Organizers right on cancellation
The organizer has the right to cancel the Tour in case of the circumstances that cannot be avoided or eliminated, and if they had occurred at the time of advertising and/or selling of the services/programs the organizer would have had reasonable grounds not to issue and receive requests for the arrangements.
The organizer has the right to cancel the Tour if there is insufficient number of customers anticipated for a specific arrangement. With the program for each package tour, organizer announces minimum number of required passengers. The organizer is obliged to inform all the customers about the cancellation at least 5 days prior to the Tour, and is obliged to return in advance paid amounts.


Traveler cancellation: Day trips
If the traveler cancels or adjourns the travel, he/she must do so in writing (e-mail). Date of the written cancellation sets the ground for the calculation of the costs, which is going to be charged by the organizer. Cancellation charges per person (percentage of total price):
    8 or more days prior to arrival – 0%
    2-7 days prior to arrival – 50%
    1 day prior to arrival or no show – 100%
Please have in mind that we deduct bank fees from the total refund amount.


Traveler cancellation: Multiday trips
If the traveler cancels or adjourns the travel, he/she must do so in writing. Date of the written cancellation sets the ground for the calculation of the costs, which is going to be charged by the organizer, pursuant to the following scale:
    for the cancellation up to 30 days before the Tour organizer  will charge 25% of the price
    for the  cancellation from 29 to 15 days before Tour 50% of the price
    for the cancellation from 14 to 8 days before Tour 75% of the price
    for the cancellation from 7 to 0 days before the departure, or for “no- show”, or adjourning of the travel that was caused by the customer/client, the organizer will charge 100% of the price.
Please have in mind that we deduct bank fees from the total refund amount.


Client/guest insurance
All guests are insured from personal injuries that may occur during local transfers or during the time when he/she participates in organized open air activities.

Embark on a captivating journey through the heart of Zagorje, where history, culture, and exquisite Croatian wines intertwine for an unforgettable day.

Our adventure begins with a visit to the enchanting Trakošćan Castle, one of Croatia’s most picturesque landmarks. Perched on a scenic hill overlooking a serene lake and surrounded by pristine nature, this fairy-tale castle invites you to step back in time. Accompanied by a certified guide, explore its rich history and the fascinating stories that echo through its historic halls.

Next, savor a delightful three-course lunch featuring authentic local cuisine in the refined ambiance of the Trakošćan Hotel. During the meal, enjoy a guided tasting of four exceptional Croatian wines, each paired with insights into the diverse wine regions of Croatia, revealing their unique flavors and traditions.

The journey continues with a visit to the esteemed Petrač Winery, nestled amidst lush vineyards. Tour the winery’s impressive cellar to discover the art of winemaking, blending time-honored traditions with modern expertise. Conclude your visit with a guided tasting of six distinctive wines, perfectly complemented by a selection of local cold platters that elevate the experience.

This thoughtfully crafted tour seamlessly blends cultural exploration, historical discovery, and the pleasures of Croatian wine, offering a day of inspiration and indulgence.

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Obzor Holidays Ltd. was established in 1993 as a subsidiary of Croatia’s national air carrier, Croatia Airlines. It is a Destination Management Company specialized in Leisure and MICE services in Croatia. Being a fully-fledged Destination Management Company, Obzor Holidays specializes in tailor-made holidays throughout: Croatia & Southeast Europe (Italy, Slovenia, Hungary, Austria, Czech Republic, Slovakia, Bosnia & Herzegovina, Serbia, Montenegro, Macedonia, Albania, Greece).