The 10 Best Hidden Gems Things to do in Istria, Croatia

Discover Istria like you have never experienced before. Find hidden underground treasure, His Majesty the "Truffle". In discovering of this adventure go with Karlić family the third generation deals with truffle hunting. Friendly hosts will tell you all about truffles, tradition of hunting, about their many dogs hunters. prepare you tasting truffle products in a beautiful ambience and you can buy their products in their own shop. The adrenaline that you will experience with them in the truffle hunting certainly will not leave you indifferently because truffles are their love, and their way of life. So, book your arrival and enjoy with us In unforgettable adventure that Karlić Truffles guarantees to you.

"We are a family owned farm, specialized in the production of top quality extra virigin olive oil. Our blends are renowned and awarded all over the world, not only for the quality, but also for our particular design and packaging. Beside olive oil, we are also focusing on producing new organic products, that you can all taste on our family estate. If you want to experience tasting our liquid gold like a pro, feel free to stop by for a free tasting or reserve your place for one of our guided tours at our brand new olive mill. Looking forward to meeting you!"

Ecomuseum is The unique place where tradition, culture and local products meet. In rustical ambient, respecting the traditions and customs of our ancestors, we create a new experience of the town: we combine the flavors, smells and customs, giving the visitor an unique and inovative way of sightseeing.Working hours of museum is every day from 10 to 22.

Benazic winery is a family owned business in the city of Pula. Placed just 2 kilometers away from the city center the winery offers you a taste of Istria by trying wines, brandys, cheese, olive oil and many other products. The family is proud to say that they are owners of numerous awards that are won trough the years of their work. For tasting it is required to book an appointment.

Omajolas is a BIO olive oil and olive leaf tea manufacturers in Savudrija. We produce exclusively olive oil from our own olive trees and bred renounce totally to the use of chemical and synthetic products. We provide you with a free guided tour through the plantation / production with subsequent tasting and less training.

Damjanic winery is a family business run by enologist Ivan Damjanic. We have 8,5 ha of vineyard and we produce 10 different labels of wine. At our place you can do different wine tasting accompanied by some Istrian snacks.

Bura Brew is a small, local and independent Craft Brewery. Our beer is top-fermented unpasteurized, unfiltered, bottle-fermented (bottle conditioned) no additives or preservatives. Natural yeast sediment. Brewed with passion and expertise by our Brewmaster. Our mission is to make quality and tasty beer for your delight and enjoyment. On site is possible to buy our bottles and merchandising, drink our beers and, only if we have time, to have a short tour. For tours and tasting sessions you have to book in advance and it’s for groups only, with minimum 8 people. NO CREDIT CARD/CASH ONLY

In Central Istria, on its red soil, with sea salt in the air, olive trees have been lovingly grown, and top-quality extra-virgin olive oil has been carefully produced by many generations of the Vošten family.

The first mention of the Belaj estate dates back to the XI century in XIV it is mentioned under the name of Bray in 1367. The nearby medieval castle Possert, the former hub of the landholding, dates from this period. When Possert was abandoned in the early XVII century Daniele Barbo built Castle Belaj as the new residence. Today you can visit Castle Belaj for wine degustation, seasonal menu as well as have a historical walks around vineyards to near by Possert Ruins.