The Mediterranean you haven’t discovered yet
Mediterranean sun, Balkan soul. A private day of wine, gastronomy and heritage in Trebinje, 30 km from Dubrovnik.
Beyond Provence and Tuscany, there is Herzegovina
Less than an hour inland from the Adriatic, Trebinje sits in a sun-baked valley of limestone, plane trees and stone bridges. Vines have grown here for centuries, tended by monks and families alike.
It is not a copy of anywhere else. Herzegovina has its own grapes, its own table and its own rhythm: slower, warmer, unhurried. We simply open the door to it, privately and at your pace.
Here the Mediterranean meets the Balkans: figs, olives and sun-warmed stone on one side, slow-cooked food and generous Balkan hospitality on the other.
Wine. Gastronomy. Heritage. The art of living.
One day, four chapters
A private, guided day designed around the people, places and flavours of Trebinje.
Panoramic Trebinje
Begin above the city at Hercegovačka Gračanica, with the valley and river spread below.
Old Town & local stories
Plane-shaded squares, stone streets and the stories that shaped this border town.
Three-wine tasting
White, rosé and red in the vaulted cellars of one of the region’s oldest wine traditions.
Long gourmet lunch
A leisurely table of regional produce, paired with local wines and a view over the vineyards.
Winery and restaurant inclusions are subject to partner confirmation and availability on your chosen date.
The shape of the day
Unhurried and entirely yours. Stay a little longer where the day delights you, and gently pass over anything that isn’t for you.
4–6hours, private
- 01 · Morning
Panorama & coffeeOptional
Views from Crkvina and a slow coffee in town.
- 02 · Late morning
Guided city walk
The Old Town, the river and the squares, with local stories.
- 03 · Midday
Tasting at Tvrdoš
Three wines, white, rosé and red, in the monastery cellars.
- 04 · Early afternoon
Transfer to lunch
A short, arranged drive to one of our favourite restaurants in Herzegovina.
- 05 · Afternoon
Leisurely gourmet lunch
An unhurried table of regional dishes and paired wines.
- 06 · Late afternoon
Free timeOptional
Linger, wander or return to your hotel.
A day made for you
Only your party, your pace and your preferences. Every day is shaped in conversation before you arrive.
- Private licensed guide for the whole day
- Panorama, Old Town walk and three-wine tasting
- Gourmet lunch with paired local wines
- All driving after the tasting arranged for you
Your quote depends on group size, date and the inclusions you choose. We reply personally with a tailored proposal.
Add-on · Private transfer
Door to door from Dubrovnik, Kotor, Herceg Novi or Mostar, in a comfortable private car. Included in your proposal on request.
Herzegovina, in its own words
Indigenous varieties
Žilavka, a mineral white, and Vranac, a deep, dark red. Grapes rarely found beyond these hills.
Limestone landscapes
Karst ridges, red earth and sunlight that shapes the character of every glass.
Layered heritage
Orthodox monasteries, Ottoman bridges and Austro-Hungarian avenues, side by side.
Warm hospitality
Balkan hospitality at its warmest: an open table where guests are welcomed as friends.
Before you ask
How long is the experience?
Approximately 4 to 6 hours. Timing is flexible and adjusted around your plans.
What is included?
A private licensed guide for the whole day, the panorama, a guided Old Town walk, a three-wine tasting at Tvrdoš Monastery and a long gourmet lunch with paired local wines. Exact inclusions are confirmed in your personal proposal and depend on partner availability.
Can you accommodate dietary needs?
Yes. Share allergies and preferences when you enquire and we arrange everything with our hosts in advance.
Where does the day start?
We pick you up at your accommodation in Trebinje. Private door-to-door transfers from Dubrovnik (30 km), Kotor, Herceg Novi or Mostar are available on request and included in your proposal.
What about alcohol and driving?
All driving after the tasting is arranged for you, so nobody in your party needs to drive. Non-alcoholic alternatives are always available.
How much does it cost and how do I pay?
The price is on request, as it depends on group size, date and inclusions. We reply personally with a tailored proposal. Once your day is confirmed, we send payment details on WhatsApp or by email.
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Talk to your host
Hosted by Marko, licensed local guide in Trebinje since 2014.
WhatsApp / Viber: +387 66 813 911
Email: booking.trebinjeguide@gmail.com