Discover culture, food & wine of Zadar region (Ravni Kotari)

About the experience

Join us on this great adventure through which you will get to know the best of the culture, history, gastronomy and wine of the Zadar region, that is, the historically rich area of Ravni Kotari. We start this private trip from Zadar, anywhere in Zadar county or from Ravni Kotari area. First we take a trip to Benkovac, to the newly renovated Native Museum in the Kaštel Benković building, where you will learn more about the area of Ravni Kotari and its famous history. If desired, we can also take a walk in the town of Benkovac. After that, we head towards the nearby ancient site of Asseria, where you will be taught more about it and have some time to admire it - Asseria was once a magnificent city with powerful walls and one of the most important Liburnian and Roman settlements in Northern Dalmatia, with a continuity of life that goes back to the Iron Age. Then we continue our great experience at the Kamenjak viewpoint. There, you will have a great view of the Adriatic islands and Lake Vrana - the largest natural lake in Croatia, whose Nature Park covers 57 km2 and whose dominant feature is the habitat of birds and the Special Ornithological Reserve - one of the most important in Europe. You will hear an interpretation about the Park and enjoy its beauty. The road takes us further to Maškovića Han, the former residence of the supreme admiral of the Turkish fleet, Jusuf Mašković (whose origin is from Vrana). There we will tour that beautiful building and have lunch - you can choose between the famous Turkish specialty Izmir Kofte or the Mediterranean pasta - pljukanci with prawns. Depending on the variant of the trip you choose, we can end it with a visit to the famous MasVin winery. There we will taste wines and tour the vineyard, where the cultivation of vines and the production of wine and olive oil are based exclusively on organic principles! Book this specific excursion and discover the history and culture of this part of Croatia in the best possible way!

Free cancellation

Full amount up to 48h before the service starts

Min and max number of people

4 - 20

Languages

Croatian, English, Italian

Has to be booked in advance (minimally)

72 h

Private experience

This experience is private, offering an exclusive activity for you and your group.

Time to respond

Up to 45 minutes

Offer and prices

Zadar region tour (without wine tasting)

€200.00

per person

Zadar region tour (with wine tasting included)

€250.00

per person

What exactly is included

Pick up at your desired location in Zadar, Zadar region, Ravni Kotari
Visit to Native Museum Benkovac
Walk around Benkovac (optional)
Guided visit to Asseria - monumental historical site, once a magnificent Roman city, with interpretation about it
Guided visit to Kamenjak viewpoint and interpretation about the Lake Vrana
Visit to Maškovića Han Heritage Hotel / Museum / Restaurant
Lunch at Maškovića Han - you can choose between 1) Izmir kofte with polenta, roasted pepper, arabiata sauce and 2) Traditional pasta with prawns with Pag cheese foam and Zadar black truffles
Dessert at Maškovića Han: Baklava + Turkish coffee
Visit to MasVin winery for wine tasting and vineyard tour (optional)

Location or meeting point

If you think you might have trouble finding the exact location, do not worry. Upon booking confirmation we will deliver exact coordinates to your email address. In your voucher you will receive instructions on how to reach the location correctly, as well (if provided by the host). Some agencies will let you pick among several pick-up locations or pick you at the specific location of your own choice (e.g. your apartment). This is why they have your phone number and you have theirs - so you can easily arrange this over the phone.

Need a transfer to the location?

After booking your experience you will have an option to book a transfer to the destination, as well.

Why this local experience is authentic

This tour is led by truly passionate guides that know how to do their job very well. With plenty of experiences behind them, and strong feelings they have for the work they do and the destination they present, they will do their best for you to explore and feel Zadar region in a great way!