Village Traditions: Socerb & Hrastovlje

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.

Itinerary

1. 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.

   · 1 h· Admission included

2. 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.

   · 1 h· Admission included

3. 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.

   · 1 h

Pickup

Pickup included.

• 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

How to use your ticket

• Cruise passengers must advise supplier as soon as possible: cruise name, arrival time and departure time. • Hotel guests must advise supplier as soon as possible: hotel details or any other preferred pickup location.

What to know before you go

• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Specialized infant seats are available
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• 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

Travelers

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

• From 1 days before : 100% refunded
• From 0 days before : 0% refunded

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