Bela Krajina is also called the land of Zeleni Jurij (Green George). The special features of Bela Krajina are unique “Pisanice” (Easter eggs) and “Belokranjska pogača” (flat bread - a protected dish). The valley of the Kolpa River was declared as the European Destination of Excellence 2010. The Kolpa River is one of the warmest rivers and offers the possibility of various sport activities. Part of the area is protected under the name Kolpa Krajinski Park (Landscape Park). The region has a beautiful, almost Mediterranean climate in the summer, which among other things enables the production of top quality wines and other delicacies.

Programme***

Tradition & home crafts of Bela krajina (2h)

Bela Krajina, a land of white birches and friendly people that preserve the tradition of their forefathers. On one of the homesteads you will get to know how people used to live in Bela Krajina, learn everything about production and processing of flax, creating of unique »pisanice« and »drsanke« and other handicrafts. Beside the presentation you will be able to taste their home-made delicacies.

Visit of a tourist farm (2h)

For a perfect experience of Bela Krajina we will stop at one of several excellent tourist farms, relax by the beautiful river Kolpa and experience the beat of the countryside. You will be served home-made lunch. Then you will have the opportunity of boating or swimming in the river.

Wine tasting (2h)

Bela Krajina is famous for it`s high quality wine. For making sure of that, we will visit a renowned winery. You will get to know all about the production of wine in the region during the tour of this special wine cellar. We will finish with the wine tasting, which is accompanied by freshly baked Belokranjska pogača flat bread – a local culinary speciality.

Additional information:

• Start of the tour is at 8.30 from the stated location
• The location of the start of the tour is anywhere in Slovenia if agreed in advance
• You need a valid ID for the tour
• In case of unexpected situation the course of the tour can be partialy changed