Activity Details
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Alfredo Tours, Koper 6000 Slovenia
As per Alfredo Tours Itinerary.
Duration: 3 hours
Stop At: Piran, Piran, Slovenian Istria, Slovenian Littoral Region
CAPPUCCINO OR ESPRESSO ?
Firstly, your local guide will take you to a delightful little cafe' at the entrance of the town, to soak up the atmosphere, and taste "brewed to perfection" Italian cappuccino or espresso.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Piran, Piran, Slovenian Istria, Slovenian Littoral Region
WALKING & TALKING
Stroll with your guide through the narrow streets of the old town and learn about its Medieval-influenced architecture. Almost 500 years lasting Venetian influence has given this town an inimitable charm.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Piran, Piran, Slovenian Istria, Slovenian Littoral Region
FOOD & WINE STOP 1
Try Piran’s favourite snack and a homemade antipasto plate specials with a glass of local wine and fresh bread at a local Osteria.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Piran, Piran, Slovenian Istria, Slovenian Littoral Region
TARTINI SQUARE
Walk through the amazing center of Piran and discover its unique secular heritage - the Tartini Square. It is surrounded by majestic buildings, such as the richly decorated Municipal Palace, Tartini Theatre, Maritime Museum, Aquarium, Marine Biological Station, Baroque House and Apollonio Palace.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Piran, Piran, Slovenian Istria, Slovenian Littoral Region
VENETIAN HOUSE
Visit the unmistakeable red palace that was built in the middle of the 15th century and is the oldest residence still standing. Its Venitian-Gothic architecture is striking with its lovely Venetian balcony and windows.
Hear the tale of eternal love and devotion: between a Venetian merchant and his mistress. The merchant fell in love with a local girl, built a beautiful 15th century house for her on the main square.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Piran, Piran, Slovenian Istria, Slovenian Littoral Region
FOOD STOP 2
Go behind the scenes at one of Piran’s most well-known pizzeria to taste their award-winning pizza and see how its baked.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Piran, Piran, Slovenian Istria, Slovenian Littoral Region
PIRAN’S CATHEDRAL
Get the chance to have a full taste of the city from the hill above the town. The town of Piran, squeezed on to a small peninsula stretching out to the sea, is a must see with your own eyes from the top of the hill, while standing besides the Church of Saint George overlooking the town from above. A view that will take your breath away: the wonderful view of the sea and the Julian Alps in the distance.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Piran, Piran, Slovenian Istria, Slovenian Littoral Region
MINORITE MONASTERY
Within the town a famous Minorite monastery from the 17th century can be seen, with its remarkable cross-shaped corridor, where numerous musical events are held each summer.
The Minorite Monastery has a lovely cloister, and the attached Church of St Francis Assisi was built originally in the early 14th century but enlarged and renovated over the centuries. Inside are ceiling frescoes and the Tartini family's burial plot.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Piran, Piran, Slovenian Istria, Slovenian Littoral Region
TOWN WALLS
Not so far away lie the remnants of the town wall, which protected the town against attacks by the Turks. Piran's town walls were were eventually completed between the years 1470 and 1534 and had eight crenellated towers with battlements.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Piran, Piran, Slovenian Istria, Slovenian Littoral Region
FOOD & WINE STOP 3
Take a break from the guided tour and experience some delicious and fresh Balkan food based on traditional cuisine. Satisfaction is guaranteed when you decide to taste a glass of wine from the rich and versatile local selection (like the Malvazija or Refosk) - a slice of Istria history on a plate.
Duration: 30 minutes
Itinerary
Departure Time: 9:00 AM
Departure Point: Koper, Koper, Slovenian Istria, Slovenian Littoral Region
Traveler pickup is offered
Departure Point:
Main bus station in Piran
Address:
AVTOBUSNA POSTAJA PIRAN
DANTEJEVA STREET
6330 PIRAN
Return point:
Main bus station in Piran
Return Details: Returns to original departure point
:Tour option details are as follows
09:00:
Option Departure Time: 9:00 AM
Inclusions
- Tour Guide,
- Gastronomic stops: 4,
- Wine tasting: yes,
- Snacks at food stops included: yes,
- FREE - Town of Piran brochure (with map)
Exclusions
- Any services not listed above as “Included
- Pick Up and Drop Off
- Personal travel insurance.
Change & Refund Policies
- Free cancellation at or before 00:01 at least 2 days before the date of use
- Cancellations made after 00:01 at least 2 days before the date of use will incur a cancellation fee of 100%
- Partial cancellation of this booking is not permitted
How to Use It
- You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
- Your voucher will be sent to your email after your booking is confirmed. Please check the usage instructions on your voucher for more info about how to use it
- Any traveler groups not mentioned in the booking options are not applicable for voucher use.
Activity Essentials
Traveler Information
Adult: Age 5 to 99
Important Information
Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Our tour runs regardless of weather conditions - rain, hail or shine!
Our tour lasts five hours, and involves some walking, so be sure to bring comfortable footwear.
Your guide will stay with you throughout the tour, and you can make requests about any special dietary requirements such as any food allergies or foods you prefer to avoid eating.
Service animals allowed
Near public transportation
Infants must sit on laps
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Most travelers can participate
This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
Face masks required for travelers in public areas
Face masks required for guides in public areas
Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
Guides required to regularly wash hands
Regular temperature checks for staff
We also expect guides and travelers to continue to embrace the “new normal” practices we’ve all become accustomed to: Wash/sanitize hands frequently; Cough or sneeze only into a closed elbow; Avoid shared items; Maintain physical distance between yourself and those outside your family/friend circle.
