About the tour
Premium Slovenia wine tour in Goriška Brda – The Tuscany of Slovenia
Often called the Tuscany of Slovenia, Goriška Brda is a landscape of rolling hills, medieval villages, and endless vineyards. This full-day slovenia wine tour from Ljubljana offers a relaxed and authentic introduction to Slovenia’s premier wine region, with boutique wineries, guided tastings, and panoramic views.
Scenic Drive & Gonjače Viewpoint
Departing from Ljubljana, we head west as the scenery shifts to a Mediterranean feel. Before reaching the vineyards, we stop at the Gonjače Tower Viewpoint, where sweeping views reveal vineyards, olive groves, and villages like Šmartno and Kojsko – an ideal spot to understand Brda’s unique Alpine-Mediterranean terroir.
Wine, History & Rolling Hills
Our first winery visit introduces you to the heart of Brda’s winemaking tradition. Hosted by a local winemaker, you’ll learn about family-run estates, local grape varieties such as rebula and sivi pinot, and the region’s mild climate. The visit includes a guided tasting of five premium wines, paired with local cold cuts.
After the tasting, we enjoy a short scenic drive through stone-built villages and vineyard-covered hills. Along the way, your guide shares stories of Brda’s cross-border heritage and long-standing wine culture.
At our second boutique winery, you’ll discover a different approach to winemaking, often including modern or experimental styles such as orange wines or sparkling wines. Another guided tasting of five wines offers deeper insight into the diversity of Brda’s wine scene.
Šmartno Village & Relaxed Return
Time permitting, we stop in Šmartno, one of Slovenia’s most picturesque medieval villages, perfect for a short walk or coffee. We then return to Ljubljana at a relaxed pace, with opportunities to purchase wines as a lasting memory of the day.
Led by a local English-speaking guide, this Premium Slovenia Wine Tour is ideal for couples, small groups, and wine lovers seeking a peaceful countryside escape. Combining exceptional wines, beautiful landscapes, and warm hospitality, Goriška Brda is truly one of Slovenia’s highlights.
Highlights
- Discover Goriška Brda, Slovenia’s most famous wine region known as the "Tuscany of Slovenia."
- Enjoy two premium wine tastings at family-run wineries, including local stories, vineyard walks, and insights into traditional winemaking.
- Admire panoramic views from Gonjače Viewpoint, offering one of the best photo stops in the region of Goriška Brda.
- Taste 10 different wine samples paired with a local cold cut platter.
- Explore charming landscapes of rolling hills, medieval villages, and endless vineyards.