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The port town of Trieste is known for its scenic waterfront, historic monuments, and lively piazzas. This hop-on hop-off bus tour is ideal for first-time visitors, offering the convenience of a guided tour but the flexibility of independent sightseeing. Valid for 24 hours, you can stay on-board and listen to the audio commentary, or jump off at any of the 16 stops to visit sights such as Venezia Square, Miramare Castle, and the Grande Canal.

Explore Trieste at your own pace with this private guided walking tour. Learn about the history, culture, and art of the city in this tour that can be customized according to your interests. A local guide leads this stroll through Trieste, often called Vienna by the Sea, including both top landmarks and off the beaten path streets frequented by residents.

Even if you don’t have time to tour all of Europe, you can pop across to neighboring Slovenia during a day trip from Trieste in northern Italy. After traveling across the border, take a guided walking tour around Slovenia’s capital, Ljubljana. Continue on to the picturesque Lake Bled, known for its church-topped island, castle, and Alpine scenery.

This magical Panoramic Tour of Trieste and Miramare Castle is ideal for travelers interested in historic architecture and magnificent scenery. Avoid the stress of busy public transport, and instead travel easily between sites in a comfortable vehicle, with pickup and drop-off included. The tour will showcase seaside scenery, caves, castles, mountains, and parks. You’ll avoid waiting in long visitor lines at Miramare Castle, as entrance tickets are included.

Explore two of Slovenia’s most magnificent landmarks in just half a day: this seamless tour from Trieste makes logistics simple. Set off from your hotel or from the port, and head first to the Postojna Cave: one of the country’s largest cave systems, renowned for its soaring heights and one-of-a-kind scenery. Explore the cave’s passages before continuing to your next destination: Predjama Castle. One of Europe’s only cave-built castles, it has a history dating back to the 13th century.

With our walking tours, you’ll skip the mundane historical tours and discover the city through a local’s eyes. Experience a tour that will transform the way you travel to make it as much about the people you meet, as it is the places you see. Our local guides (Lokafyers) are passionate about their city and eager to share their knowledge and perspective. Since Lokafyers are not professional guides and tour occasionally, they provide an experience that’s authentic and personal, like a friend showing you around their city. By the end of the tour, you'll feel comfortable navigating the city and confident that you have all the information you need to make the most of your stay.

The scenic alpine Lake Bled and picturesque city of Ljubljana are two highlights of Slovenia that are not far across the border from the Italian port city of Trieste, but the logistics of visiting can be tricky. On this small-group tour, save hours in travel time and skip the hassle of driving with private round-trip transportation and free time to visit the lake and old town at your own pace.

Discover the most beautiful corners of Slovenia’s Adriatic coast on this half-day excursion from Trieste. After meeting your guide at the port or at your hotel, you’ll travel by comfortable vehicle to Piran: a coastal city with history dating back to ancient times. Soak up its tranquil atmosphere, and stop by some of its main attractions. Then, continue along the coast and visit other seaside stops, including Portoroz, Izola, and Koper. To complement your sightseeing, you’ll also enjoy a traditional Slovenian meal, plus wine.

Explore beyond city limits—and discover hidden gems of the region around Trieste—on this immersive, small-group tour. Following morning pickup from your Trieste hotel, set off in a comfortable vehicle. You’ll motor along the Strada del Friuli; will tour the historical village of Contovello; will spy ancient vineyards; will head to a hidden lookout point for panoramic, coastal views; will visit an osmiza (a farmhouse selling authentic, culinary products) for a wine tasting; and more.

Explore Istria’s vibrant food and wine culture with a full-day, guided food tour from Trieste. With this tour, you’ll explore the villages of Buzet, Motovun, and Momjan and sample Istrian delights such as truffles, cheeses, and liquors you won’t find in the tourist shops. Learn about the olive oils and wine produced in this region as you sip and taste your way through the villages of Istria.

A city brimming with eclectic architecture, impressive history and literary undercurrents, the imperial Trieste is an elegant Italian port city with plenty of hidden secrets waiting to be discovered. Lesser-visited - but with plenty to offer - explore it all on this private walking tour with a local guide, who’ll peel back the layers to reveal this city’s true charm and unshakable spirit.

A private tour of Trieste is a popular choice for newcomers who wish to orient themselves and get inside tips and recommendations for hidden gems loved by locals. In addition to navigating for you, your guide provides background at the city’s top landmarks, from the main square to a panoramic view of the harbor. For your convenience, departure times are available throughout the day.

Explore Slovenian Coast by bike and take a part in green and active mobility by exploring heritage. Rent your bike from 3 different meeting points with optional tasting coupons or picnic basket, to enchance your experience on the way and discover local cuisine.

Prosecco Origins will take you back in time to the XIV century to discover the history of world’s favourite sparkling wine, exploring the pieces of land where it all began. Hidden in a little corner of north-eastern Italy and beautifully located in a unique setting overlooking the gulf of Trieste you’ll find the old villages of Contovello and Prosecco (of course), where you’ll get the chance to learn about the very first steps of Prosecco wine walking through the narrow streets of the ancient village and up and down the green terraced vineyards enjoying unbeatable views of the Adriatic Sea while tasting traditionally produced sparkling wines and regional delicacies from the nearby farmhouses. From wine-lovers to curious travellers, Prosecco Origins is the perfect experience for a getaway immersed in a unique environment, tasting locally produced wines and homemade delights while exploring the roots of a worldwide favourite. Come see where bubbles were born.

With historic architecture wrapped in bright blue water, the towns of the Slovenian coast are enchanting to explore, but coordinating tours and transport can be a headache for travelers with limited time. Visit Koper, Izola, Portoroz, and Piran on a private tour that’s tailored to your schedule and preferences. Have the day to sample local cuisine, stroll cobblestone streets, and enjoy the view while someone else drives.

Together with the professional guide, you will visit the most charming places in the city. We will walk around the Park Pietro Coppo and found there a market with old things. You will have a chance to explore the city, while hearing fascinating facts and legends. What is the origin of the city name? You will be surprised how many stories are hidden in the streets, buildings and corners of Izola. Your charming guide will tell you what is special and unique about living in this city. Perfect for those who are visiting the city for the first time and want to get the most of it!

This charming walking & shopping tour will take you through the heart of Trieste’s historic centre and to some of its most prominent local artisan workshops and designer showrooms where you will be able to enjoy an exclusive discount on all your purchases and access limited areas for a unique shopping experience. We will meet outside the first workshop where you will receive directions about the artisanal shops you’ll be hitting and many useful tips and information on sights, Instagram-friendly spots and points of interest. You will then be free to follow the route at your own pace, explore the Old Town’s cobblestoned streets and shop from some of Trieste’s best artisans and designer stores, from hand-printed apparels to design wood creations, from regional spirits to jewellery, photography and more, enjoying an exclusive 20% discount at each shop. At the end of the tour, all participants will meet for a refreshing aperitif with local wine and delicacies by a traditional tavern.

Trieste is a marvelous Italian town with reach historical and cultural background. Settled at the north end of the Adriatic sea and surrounded by the Karst tableland Trieste has always been in the middle of major trading routes. One of the best ways to discover this beautiful city is our private walking tour. Learn about its history, admire its architecture, and hear many fascinating legends related to this city.

Spend a day in Lipica Stud Farm, where you will experience the world of white Lipizzan horses, and visit the magnificent Škocjan Caves which are on UNESCO’s list of natural and cultural world heritage sites in a guided tour.

Explore two alpine beauties Bohinj and Lake Bled - located in the heart of the Julian Alps, which are highest mountain range in Slovenia. Both are known for most beautiful lakes in the country. Bohinj treasures Lake Bohinj - the biggest natural lake in Slovenia and a wide variety of panoramic views, hiking and biking trails. Lake Bled is mostly known for romantic Island in the middle of the lake that guards the church with 99 steps and is only available by wooden boats. The lake is good surveilled by the mighty Bled castle that offers selection of museum exhibitions and picture perfect view.

Experience and Explore Unesco World Heritage- Skocjan Caves Join us on this small group shore excursion journey to the amazing and unique underground phenomenon- Skocjanske Caves in a comfortable, clean, air conditioned up to date peoples carrier/van for up to 8 persons max. Definitely one of the best and unique ways to experience Slovenia. Highlights: - Small Group Tour up to 8 persons max - Experience Worlds Biggest Underground Canyon - Comfortable, Clean and Air- Conditioned up to date cars/vans - Foodie Insiders- We Know Where to get Local Food at its Best

Visit Postojna Cave, the best-known cave in the world, and The Predjama Castle, the only preserved cave castle in Europe.

Place of memory located in the building where Fissan was born in 1930. Right in the house inhabited by Osiris Brovedani, which has become a museum, the memories of an incredible life come to life, made up of brilliant intuitions, difficult moments to forget and great generosity. Those on display are not just memories of the past and objects in the window, but contain a concentration of stories and experiences, even tragic ones, which serve to solicit fundamental questions about the identity of people, to add stories and reflections to our knowledge, such as stimulus to the exercise of solidarity and good will. The memory of the past is essential to live the present with greater awareness. It is necessary to remember the Nazi tragedy, together with the other episodes of extermination of the 20th century, to be able to recognize the ideological, nationalist and racial drift and restrain it in the bud.

It is a complete and exclusive tour that will allow you to calmly discover the beauty of the city of Trieste and the fairytale Miramare castle. Including a small sweet tasting. The tour includes a minimum of 6 participants, therefore the tour will be confirmed 48 hours before.