Trieste Tours

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.

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 is an ideal choice for wine lovers visiting Italy. Spend a day discovering the highlights of the picturesque Collio wine region. Avoid the hassle of booking taxis between sites, and enjoy the convenience of having door-to-door transfers included. See incredible scenery, visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Cividale del Friuli, and get the chance to try delicious wine along the way too.

With influences from across Europe and beautiful countryside to explore, the Italian region of Friuli-Venezia Giulia is a melting pot of rich culture and natural attractions. On this tour, see traditional Lipizzan horses at the Lipica Stud Farm and visit the UNESCO–listed Škocjan Caves in neighboring Slovenia. Delve into north eastern Italy’s historic traditions and beautiful landscapes, with round-trip travel from Trieste included.

Visit two of eastern Italy’s most unique locations during this half-day excursion from Trieste. With your guide and small group of no more than 15 travelers, head to the Giant Cave, or Grotta Gigante, for a guided tour. Then, visit the Duino Castle, perched on a clifftop overlooking the Gulf of Trieste, for a guided tour of its lavish interiors and gardens before heading back to Trieste.

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.

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.

We're located in the old rural village of Prepotto del Carso in the province of Trieste, where we'll take you to enjoy a nature walk in the vineyards, a passage through a unique cave, exploring a military village from WWI and you'll also have the chance to visit a renowned local winery tasting 4 regional wines, together with a selection of cured meats and cheese. We have designed this experience with nature and wine lovers in mind, for those willing to discover this piece of land starting from hidden trails and unique flavours. After the cellar tour, you will taste 3 pure wines, 2 white and 1 red: Vitovska, Malvasia Istriana and Terrano. Rounding up the tasting is a cuvee that really describes this peculiar territory: Vitovska, Malvasia Istriana and Tocai Friulano. In combination with the wines, cold cuts and cheese of the Karst Plateau will be served. Add wonderful views of the Gulf of Trieste and Duino Castle and you'll get one of the best experiences in the Karst area.

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.

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.

We have carefully designed this experience for anyone who wants to discover wines and other produce typical from Friuli Venezia Giulia region and the city of Trieste with an easily and enjoyable tasting session. Our tasting proposals feature: 3 wines from the Friuli Venezia Giulia region, from sparkling wine to intense red, through fine whites that distinguish local production. 3 local wines from the Trieste area: vitovska, malvasia and terrano, ancient vineyards and expression of the particular geological and climatic conditions of this land. We can't wait to get you through this tasting journey, sip after sip.

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.

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.

Immerse yourself in the flavours and aromas of the typical products of the Karst plateau by visiting one of the most important farms in the area, producing high-quality cold cuts from pigs bred in the wild and refined still and sparkling native wines aged in the underground cellar. You will have the opportunity to access the 'behind the scenes' of the production with a guided tour where you will be taken in the bowels of the Karst soil to discover the wine cellar where the hard work in the vineyard is refining and expressing of the local wine tradition: still and some unusual and interesting sparklings. You will then be accompanied to the maturing rooms where Karst hams, salami and other delicious smoked products are resting. At the end of the visit there will be time to relax in good company, tasting 4 different types of wine and a selection of cold cuts and typical products, all obviously the result of the farm work of in name of sustainability and enhancement of the territory.

Go on an alternative Slovenian exploration—and follow in the footsteps of Melania Trump—on this full-day, small-group tour from Trieste. Meet your guide at the Trieste port or at your hotel, climb aboard your vehicle, and cross the border into Slovenia. Visit Sevnica, Melania’s hometown, see where she grew up, and admire the historical Sevnica Castle. Then, transfer to the capital of Ljubljana, where you’ll tour the scenic old town and will also visit Melania’s former school and favorite café, among other locations.

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.

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

Your day in Trieste is just winding down, the sun's about to set... It's time for an Aperitivo. This glamorous Italian tradition is loved all over the world, and this is your chance to learn how to prepare it for yourself, the perfect souvenir.  Preparing the perfect aperitivo is an art; you will learn how to prepare a selection of five elegant nibbles to pair with with a refreshing glass of fizz, ideal for sharing with friends in the early evening. Your aperitivo will be a bite-size representation of its local culture, using typical regional ingredients and local wines, such as a sparkling prosecco or a light red. This experience is held by Cesarine: Italy’s oldest network of 1000+ home cooks all over the country in more than 500 cities. They are passionate and welcoming hosts that open the doors of their own homes to curious travellers for immersive culinary experiences.

Travel to the village of Prosecco, home of the world-renowned sparkling white wine. Explore the breath-taking Ferrari Garden in Medieval Štanjel and get lost in the bounty of the Karst plateau.

Cover all of Trieste’s top sights with the personalized attention of your own private guide. Go deeper with your visit as you get important historical context on the city’s main landmarks, from Roman ruins to Byzantine mosaics, as you stroll along the center and elegant seafront. Opt for a full-day tour to add visits to Italy’s only concentration camp, and the romantic, sumptuously furnished Castle of Miramare.

Visit Miramare Castle, a striking white structure with Gothic, Medieval and Renaissance design elements overlooking the Trieste Gulf on the Adriatic Sea. Built by Ferdinand Maximilian of Hapsburg during the late 1850’s, the castle is surrounded by rare and exotic plants and trees collected by the Duke, who was a renowned world explorer.

Is it possible to visit or live a seaside city without experiencing the emotion of the wind on the skin, in the open sea? We think not, so we have prepared an experience made especially for those who want to know the sea. On board a racy sailing boat, we will show you the city and the Karst from the sea, Piazza Unità d'Italia (one of the most beautiful and large squares overlooking the sea), the Old Port, the Sanctuary of Monte Grisa, the Lighthouse della Vittoria and the romantic Miramare Castle.

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