Escape the crowds of Dubrovnik, and experience the traditional village ambiance of the Konavle Valley wine region on a half-day sightseeing tour. Go to a winery to learn more about the wines of the Konavle Valley, located just southeast of Dubrovnik. Then, climb aboard a tourist train and take an enchanting ride through the vineyards. Journey back in time in the village of Ljuta, and discover past customs as you visit the water-powered mill to see how flour was produced in former times. Just a few meters away, there is another traditional craft on display at a wool processing plant. Savor some of the best wines from this region of Croatia on a visit to 3 more vineyards. Enjoy a traditional plowman's lunch of bacon, onions and hard-boiled eggs, served in the customary manner of the old folks from Konavle who labored in the fields. Then, return to Dubrovnik for the end of the tour services.

Enjoy panoramic sea views, the historic streets of Cavtat, a restaurant by the lake in Konavle, and the delicious Croatian dish Peka on this half-day private tour. After being picked up from your accommodation in Dubrovnik, it’s just a short 40-minute drive to the charming town of Cavtat. Surrounded by gorgeous views and filled with inviting streets, Cavtat was the first settlement in the area, formed in the 6th-century BC. Take a guided walk through the small town, known for its many churches. Conquer the hill to see the Racic Mausoleum, then enjoy a coffee on the waterfront. After that, explore freely and enjoy the views over the marina. It’s then just a short car ride through the Konavle area, with your guide teaching you about its history on the way to the river Ljuta. Lunch is at a local restaurant by the river. After a welcoming brandy, it’s time for the famous local dish Peka, still prepared today as it was thousands of years ago. It pairs excellently with the locally-produced wine you’ll try. Once you’re finished with the meal, it’s a relaxing drive back to your accommodation in Dubrovnik.

Discover the Croatian countryside outside Dubrovnik during a 4- to 6-hour guided trip to the Konavle Valley. Travel from Dubrovnik (30 kilometers) or Cavtat (10 kilometers) with a local guide, sample locally-produced wine from family-run wineries, and enjoy a traditional lunch.  Visit Konavle's River Ljuta, see the lush greenery and natural beauty of the small national park and explore Sokol Tower. Located at the southern-most tip of Croatia, near the border of Montenegro, Konavle Valley is flanked by the Adriatic Sea and the foothills of Sniježnica Mountain. The valley boasts an ample number of vineyards, as the climactic and geological conditions are ripe for wine-making. Listen to your guide share the history of the area, as you travel from charming village to village, passing by olive orchards and citrus groves as your vehicle winds its way through the rural landscape.  Visit a family winery and meet the local wine-makers. Learn all about the main characteristics of southern Dalmatian wine and how to produce it. Sample the best reds and whites on offer and don’t skip on the sweet dessert wines. At a vineyard, indulge in a typical lunch and feast on cheese, bacon, and bread.

onavle is a small village place with nature untouched where you will meet the family who owns the winery and, you will have the opportunity to see Mediterranean vegetation and picturesque vineyards. Family in Winery Botaro has a long winemaking tradition, they have started it in 1540 and by today they are keeping its long tradition and customs. They will offer you 3 sorts of their awarded wines, Chardonnay as white wine, Zinfandel Rose, and Cabernet Sauvignon. Even though you see familiar sorts of wine, those wines have a unique local touch to them. Specifically, due to high-quality soil and an extreme passion for winemaking, their wines always left guests speechless! Along with wines, you will have a chance to try their homemade food, prosciutto, cheese, and olives. Before wine tasting, you will be introduced to homemade liquors combined with local sweets. Lastly, you will meet their lovely donkey and the family dog, Ben. After wine tasting, you will have time to experience one of the most beautiful small towns in Europe, Cavtat. According to statistics, they are listed as third when it comes to safety due to the coronavirus pandemic. Also, this small town becomes more and more popular each year due to its beauties. There you can try homemade ice cream or try local coffee. After the visit, you will return to your accommodation.

Immerse yourself in the best of Croatian cuisine with a traditional cooking class at a farmhouse in the Konavle Valley near Dubrovnik. Get picked up from your hotel in Dubrovnik and travel to an authentic stone farmhouse in the Konavle countryside to meet your chef and begin your cooking class. After a quick debrief on the plan of action for the day, enjoy a theoretical introduction to Croatian dishes. Learn about which ingredients are in season and how to pair ingredients. Next, head to the kitchen and listen as the chef explains step-by-step how to create your meal. First, make and kneed your own homemade bread. While the bread rises, head to the garden to pick the necessary ingredients and gather fresh eggs. If you wish, you can even try your hand at milking a goat. Afterward, return to the kitchen where your host will teach you how to make tasty traditional recipes such as skewers on laurel sticks. Finish your class by sitting down to savor the rewards of your efforts over lunch. Wash down your meal with local wines.

Meet your private guide at Dubrovnik’s cruise ship port, then board your air-conditioned transfer vehicle and enjoy a leisurely journey to the idyllic Konavle Valley. Home to around 30 picturesque villages that have settled among the verdant natural beauty, Konavle Valley supplies the surrounding regions with fresh produce, meat and wine. As you travel, ask your guide any questions you have; the beauty of a private tour is that the commentary is tailored to your interests. On arrival in Konavle, head to a local winery and learn about the techniques that winemakers use to produce the region’s highly regarded wine, before sampling some of the local varieties and refueling with traditional Croatian snacks, such as cheese with homemade bread. After your wine tasting, return to your transfer vehicle and begin the scenic journey back to Dubrovnik. Stop off at Sivi Soko viewpoint on route for breathtaking views — and postcard-perfect photos — of Dubrovnik, Konavle Valley, Cavtat and the neighboring islands. Then, continue on to Dubrovnik Old Town. Follow your guide on foot, weaving your way through the maze of cobbled streets and narrow passageways. Hear of the area’s rich cultural and historical importance, and admire the quaint architecture of the UNESCO-listed area. See historical treasures such as Onofrio's Fountain and Sponza Palace. Amble past the Baroque Cathedral of the Assumption, which was reconstructed in the 18th century after an earthquake. Other top sights include the Church of St Blaise and Rector’s Palace. After exploring the Old Town, hop back inside your transfer vehicle and return to the port in time for your cruise departure.

The half day excursion starts as the guide picks you up at your accommodation/hotel in Dubrovnik and take you to the panoramic viewpoint above the Old City Dubrovnik for photographs. After a breathtaking view and a photo stop you continue to medieval city of Cavtat. The drive to Cavtat is about 30 minutes. The cores of Cavtat make up ancient remains, Renaissance palaces and villas. This ancient town is filled with beautiful beaches and luxury hotels, along with the traditional life and customs that are waiting just for you to discover them. You will stay about 1 hour in Cavtat. After exploring this beautiful medieval city you will head to well known viewpoint called Sivi Soko from there you will have majestic view of Dubrovnik, Konavle, Cavtat and the neighboring islands. This is a a perfect place to take some stunning pictures before the guide takes you to the small Konavle village, Velji Do for lunch. In the restaurant in Velji Do you have opportunities to spend same unforgettable moments with your family and friends and get an insight about the domestic food and customs of local inhabitants. You can choose between three menus of delicious domestic food. You will stay in Velji Do in the restaurant for 1 hour and 30 minutes. After lunch you can enjoy a 45 minute panoramic drive back to Dubrovnik.