Croatia Villas & Vineyards on the Peljesac Peninsula
| country: | Croatia |
| departures: | This trip can be tailor made and depart at a time to suit between May – October, with minimum 2 people |
| price: | From £779 - £1285 (8 days) excluding flights. We can arrange flights from the UK |
| vouchers: | Gift vouchers can be used with this holiday |
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introduction to Croatia Villas & Vineyards on the Peljesac Peninsula
Croatia’s Peljesac Peninsula personifies all the best of the Mediterranean – a spectacular coastline and wild interior, hidden coves and beaches, vineyards, oyster bays, historic towns and villages, delicious food and great wines. Located in Southern Dalmatia, just an hour’s drive from Dubrovnik, this long, narrow, corrugated peninsula is encircled by deep sea channels and the glittering islands of Korcula, Hvar and Mljet.
Its rugged interior boasts the highest peak in the Dalmatian archipelago, and is home to wild sheep and boar, jackals, fox and rabbits. Scattered about the countryside and villages of the interior, small konobas and homesteads offer delicious traditional cuisine served with reverence and simplicity. Along the coast, vineyards perch above the sea on near-vertical slopes and produce the grapes for some of Croatia’s finest wines. The Island of Korcula lies just across the channel from Orebic. The ferry crossing takes fifteen minutes and is ideal for independent day trips exploring the medieval walls and Renaissance palaces of Korcula Old Town.
This gourmet and discovery holiday explores the history, culture and lifestyles of one of Croatia’s best kept secrets. It is a journey of close encounters with sun-drenched vineyards and country konobas, sacred caves and ancient villages, food, wine and the legendary sea captains of Orebic.
The first is an informal day of wine touring and tasting which begins with a visit to the peninsula’s three main grape-growing areas. Your host and guide is a vintner herself whose famous Dingac wines are legendary among wine aficionados in Croatia. The day will include tastings and presentations of the region’s various wines – all of which derive from the same grape variety, but are different due to the specifics of microclimate, soil, altitude and location. Lunch will be taken in a small traditional country taverna where the owners serve only what they produce themselves – home cured meats and sausage, veal, lamb, cheese, figs, almonds, wine and brandy.
You do not have to be a connoisseur or wine expert to participate in this programme. It is designed for anyone who enjoys food and wine – who enjoys exploring the vineyards, back roads and villages of a truly stunning destination and meeting local people and learning about their lifestyles and traditions.
The second is a private walking tour that explores the peninsula’s seafaring traditions and maritime links with Dubrovnik. The journey will take you over narrow country roads and unmade tracks, through groves of pine and ancient cypress rich in history and legend. Vistas of the sea and mountains alternate with faded villas and crumbling villages, a 15th century monastery, a medieval chapel in the woods, lemon, orange and almond trees.
After a stop for lunch at a country konoba on a hillside overlooking the sea, the walk continues to Orebic, home of the peninsula’s illustrious sea captains with its seaside villas, walled gardens and aura of bygone grandeur.
Hotel Indijan
Hotel Indijan is a stylish, boutique hotel situated on a stretch of privileged beachfront in the historic seafaring town of Orebic. Giant palm trees and graceful stone columns – typical of Dalmatia’s old patrician villas – encircle the property and evoke an air of quiet elegance. The friendly couple who own and run the hotel are local vintners whose family have been growing grapes and making wine for generations. The hotel wine bar and a la carte restaurant feature a choice selection of the area’s famous Dingac and Postup wines, including those of the family. Accommodation features twelve well-appointed rooms and suites all with covered balconies overlooking the sea and islands. The stunning views stretch west across the channel to the island of Korcula and an archipelago of tiny emerald islets.
Villa Karmen
Villa Karmen Apartments are located in a lovely private villa on a hillside overlooking the town of Orebic and the islands of Korcula and Mljet.
The property features two self-catering one-bedroom apartments, swimming pool, sun deck, outdoor terraces and garden. The couple who owns the house live quietly in a separate apartment on the main floor of the house.
Golden View House
Golden View House is an attractive double-unit apartment perched on a pine-fringed hillside overlooking the sandy beaches and aquamarine bay of Trstenik. A quiet little fishing village, 90 minutes from Dubrovnik, Trstenik’s main attraction is its gorgeous, unspoilt location and preserved Dalmatian lifestyle. The house is built on two levels and is ideal for two couples travelling together. It features a large terrace, BBQ area and private pool. A light evening meal of proscuitto, cheese, and olives will welcome guests upon arrival. The owners, who live next door, can assist with procuring local foodstuffs including olive oil, wine, fresh fish and produce.
Vrnik Castle
Vrnik Castle is a very special property on a tiny island just six minutes by motorboat from Korcula Old Town. Built in the fifteenth century as a small castle-fortress, the house enjoys a large private garden, vine-covered pergola, outdoor summer kitchen, terraces and olive grove. Its beachfront location offers splendid views of the sea and mountainous mainland and other nearby islands. The house has been meticulously reconstructed incorporating many of its original features - handcarved stone lintels, exposed stone walls and floors, alcoves and open-hearth fireplace - with modern amenities and an eclectic array of unexpected and curious objects d'art.
Its rugged interior boasts the highest peak in the Dalmatian archipelago, and is home to wild sheep and boar, jackals, fox and rabbits. Scattered about the countryside and villages of the interior, small konobas and homesteads offer delicious traditional cuisine served with reverence and simplicity. Along the coast, vineyards perch above the sea on near-vertical slopes and produce the grapes for some of Croatia’s finest wines. The Island of Korcula lies just across the channel from Orebic. The ferry crossing takes fifteen minutes and is ideal for independent day trips exploring the medieval walls and Renaissance palaces of Korcula Old Town.
This gourmet and discovery holiday explores the history, culture and lifestyles of one of Croatia’s best kept secrets. It is a journey of close encounters with sun-drenched vineyards and country konobas, sacred caves and ancient villages, food, wine and the legendary sea captains of Orebic.
special things to do and see here
The programme features two private journeys: The first is an informal day of wine touring and tasting which begins with a visit to the peninsula’s three main grape-growing areas. Your host and guide is a vintner herself whose famous Dingac wines are legendary among wine aficionados in Croatia. The day will include tastings and presentations of the region’s various wines – all of which derive from the same grape variety, but are different due to the specifics of microclimate, soil, altitude and location. Lunch will be taken in a small traditional country taverna where the owners serve only what they produce themselves – home cured meats and sausage, veal, lamb, cheese, figs, almonds, wine and brandy.
You do not have to be a connoisseur or wine expert to participate in this programme. It is designed for anyone who enjoys food and wine – who enjoys exploring the vineyards, back roads and villages of a truly stunning destination and meeting local people and learning about their lifestyles and traditions.
The second is a private walking tour that explores the peninsula’s seafaring traditions and maritime links with Dubrovnik. The journey will take you over narrow country roads and unmade tracks, through groves of pine and ancient cypress rich in history and legend. Vistas of the sea and mountains alternate with faded villas and crumbling villages, a 15th century monastery, a medieval chapel in the woods, lemon, orange and almond trees.
After a stop for lunch at a country konoba on a hillside overlooking the sea, the walk continues to Orebic, home of the peninsula’s illustrious sea captains with its seaside villas, walled gardens and aura of bygone grandeur.
accommodation
Hotel Indijan Hotel Indijan is a stylish, boutique hotel situated on a stretch of privileged beachfront in the historic seafaring town of Orebic. Giant palm trees and graceful stone columns – typical of Dalmatia’s old patrician villas – encircle the property and evoke an air of quiet elegance. The friendly couple who own and run the hotel are local vintners whose family have been growing grapes and making wine for generations. The hotel wine bar and a la carte restaurant feature a choice selection of the area’s famous Dingac and Postup wines, including those of the family. Accommodation features twelve well-appointed rooms and suites all with covered balconies overlooking the sea and islands. The stunning views stretch west across the channel to the island of Korcula and an archipelago of tiny emerald islets.
Villa Karmen Villa Karmen Apartments are located in a lovely private villa on a hillside overlooking the town of Orebic and the islands of Korcula and Mljet.
The property features two self-catering one-bedroom apartments, swimming pool, sun deck, outdoor terraces and garden. The couple who owns the house live quietly in a separate apartment on the main floor of the house.
Golden View House
Golden View House is an attractive double-unit apartment perched on a pine-fringed hillside overlooking the sandy beaches and aquamarine bay of Trstenik. A quiet little fishing village, 90 minutes from Dubrovnik, Trstenik’s main attraction is its gorgeous, unspoilt location and preserved Dalmatian lifestyle. The house is built on two levels and is ideal for two couples travelling together. It features a large terrace, BBQ area and private pool. A light evening meal of proscuitto, cheese, and olives will welcome guests upon arrival. The owners, who live next door, can assist with procuring local foodstuffs including olive oil, wine, fresh fish and produce.
Vrnik Castle
Vrnik Castle is a very special property on a tiny island just six minutes by motorboat from Korcula Old Town. Built in the fifteenth century as a small castle-fortress, the house enjoys a large private garden, vine-covered pergola, outdoor summer kitchen, terraces and olive grove. Its beachfront location offers splendid views of the sea and mountainous mainland and other nearby islands. The house has been meticulously reconstructed incorporating many of its original features - handcarved stone lintels, exposed stone walls and floors, alcoves and open-hearth fireplace - with modern amenities and an eclectic array of unexpected and curious objects d'art. tailormade holidays
As this trip can be tailormade to your requirements it would be helpful if you could you provide the following information: Rough budget per person (without flights), preferred date of travel, length of trip, number of passengers, specific interests, type of accommodation, your address, postcode and contact phone number.how this holiday makes a difference
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This holiday is designed for travellers who wish to experience the lifestyle and culture of one of Croatia’s less commercial destinations, the stunning Peljesac Peninsula. The programmes are operated exclusively by locals who have partnered with our company and who are uniquely positioned to tell their stories and present their destination from an insiders point of view. Your hosts and guides are active in their communities and have an in-depth knowledge of the food, wine, history and culture of the area.
The relationships we are building with our partners on Peljesac support private initiative and the revival of small communities threatened over the years by economic depression and chronic depopulation. Our food and wine presentations support local endeavours to preserve and revive unique gastronomic traditions. Meals are organised at family-run establishments – often rural homesteads – in the earth-driven heartland. This is where the food is grown, where the livestock, goats and chickens are raised, where the olives and grapes are pressed, where the figs and almonds ripen. Our programme on Peljesac further supports a local grassroots initiative to promote eco-tourism in the wild Nakovana Plateau region, where archeologists have discovered hillforts and shrines dating back to Early Neolithic times. Our holidays are designed for couples or small groups of family and friends looking for a one-on-one experience of their destination. They highlight Croatia’s unspoilt natural beauty, traditional lifestyles and local culture. Because they encourage individual travel, their impact on the environment is negligible. The properties featured in this holiday are all family owned and managed. In many cases, guests have the option to buy fresh organic produce, olive oil and wine from their hosts. All of the owners are keen to share their knowledge of the area’s history, culture and traditions with their guests. |
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