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Village Traditions: Socerb & Hrastovlje

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5 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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Offered in: English
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Overview

The Village Traditions trip is a memorable experience as it combines rich history, culture, nature and gastronomy which are all closely related to the tradition of the Coast and the Karst region.

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  • Insurance
  • Hotel/port pickup and drop-off
  • Driver/guide
  • Food and drinks
  • Gratuities
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• The departure time for Cruise Passengers is 1 hour after the cruise docks • For Hotel Guests the departure time is flexible. Please contact us after the booking so that appropriate arrangements can be made

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The Socerb Castle

We will begin our trip by visiting Socerb Castle which is situated near the homonymous village and offers a beautiful view of the Gulf of Trieste. Due to its excellent strategic position, the castle was very important already in the Middle Ages. Nearby there is also a cave, known as Holy Cave, which in the entrance hall contains the only underground shrine in Slovenia. A legend says that the cave was once inhabited by a hermit, Saint Servulus, who after becoming a Christian lived there for two years.
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Hrastovlje Church of the Holy Trinity

We will then continue our trip towards the Mediterranean village of Hrastovlje, best known for the Church of the Holy Trinity, which contains a late-medieval Danse Macabre fresco. The church was built in the 13th century and is embraced by the encampment wall and two fortified towers from the 16th century. During Ottoman and Uskoks invasions the settlement represented a safe retreat for the local people. The interior of the church is decorated by frescoes and Glagolitic inscriptions. The frescoes depict the creation of the world, the expulsion of Adam and Eve from Eden, the Passion of the Christ, people working on a farm, and the most famous sequence called the Dance of Death. The church was painted in 1490 by the inscribed artist Janez of Kastav and the images were discovered in 1951 by the local painter Jože Pohlen. The church is inscribed in the World Heritage List.
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Marezige

Later on, we will drive to the village of Marezige where the first wine fountain in Slovenia is situated. We will continue with the visit to the renowned olive oil farm where we will refresh ourselves with tastings of excellent olive oil, wine and food. Throughout our tour we will admire unspoiled nature and stunning vistas.
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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Cruise passengers must advise supplier as soon as possible: ship name, arrival time and departure time
  • Hotel guests must advise supplier as soon as possible: hotel details or any other preferred pickup location

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Village Traditions: Socerb & Hrastovlje?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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What's Included

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  • Insurance
  • Hotel/port pickup and drop-off
  • Driver/guide
  • Food and drinks
  • Gratuities

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Cruise passengers must advise supplier as soon as possible: ship name, arrival time and departure time
  • Hotel guests must advise supplier as soon as possible: hotel details or any other preferred pickup location
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers

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