Private Wine Tour from Zagreb: Two Plešivica Wineries & Samobor

Two wineries, one afternoon: taste Croatian whites and sparkling wines 30 km from Zagreb

A private wine tour from Zagreb to the Plešivica region, 30 km southwest, visiting two local wineries for tastings and traditional homemade food, with a stop in Samobor's preserved 19th-century town center. Your English-speaking guide leads the route by car, and hotel pickup is included. The day runs seven to eight hours and suits groups up to eight travelers.

Step-by-step itinerary

Wine tour with Samobor visit

• Pick up from Zagreb accommodation
• Drive to Samobor town
• Explore Samobor main square and landmarks
• Drive to Plešivica wine region
• Visit first local winery and wine tasting
• Visit second local winery and wine tasting
• Guided tour of wine cellar with stories

The experience

The drive from Zagreb takes about an hour, crossing into countryside where the slopes of the Samobor mountain range create the terrain and climate that made Plešivica famous for white and sparkling wines. Before reaching the wineries, you stop in Samobor itself: a small town built around a main square, St. Anastasia church, and small colorful bridges that set the pace for the rest of the day. The town's 19th-century architecture and culinary reputation anchor the morning before the wine tastings begin.

At each of the two local wineries, you meet the winemakers and taste a selection of wines with distinctive aroma and taste, paired with traditional homemade delicacies like cheese and ham. A guided tour of the wine cellar accompanies the tasting, with stories of the region's centuries-old wine-growing tradition. The landscape itself, the Zumberak Samobor Hills Nature Park, frames the whole experience, and you move between stops by private car or minivan depending on your group size.

Your guide speaks English throughout, handles all driving, and the tour includes pickup from your Zagreb accommodation. The itinerary is fixed, so the day's rhythm is set. You are not arranging transport or navigating between sites.

What’s included

• Private English-speaking tour leader.
• air-conditioned vehicle transportation for groups up to four persons in a car or up to eight in a minivan.
• wine tastings and traditional homemade delicacies including cheese and ham at two local wineries.
• hotel pickup in Zagreb.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 10:00, 10:30, 11:00 and 11:30

Book up to4h before

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.You can choose from 2 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Prices and times updated 4 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortStroller-friendlyInfant seats availableNot recommended during pregnancy

Operated by Mapping Croatia

Is this one for you?This is a private tour, so your group travels alone with the guide and sets the pace together: ideal if you want to linger at a winery or spend extra time in Samobor without affecting other travelers. The fixed itinerary and included pickup mean you do not arrange transport or plan stops. The day is structured for you.

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Top questions

What kind of wines will I taste at the two wineries?

Plešivica is known for white and sparkling wines, and the tastings showcase a selection of premium local wines with distinctive aroma and taste. The winemakers themselves guide you through the cellars and explain the region's wine-growing tradition.

Is Samobor worth the stop, or is it just a detour on the way to the wineries?

Samobor is a destination in itself: a well-preserved 19th-century town with a main square, St. Anastasia church, and small colorful bridges that reflect the town's culinary reputation and relaxed atmosphere. Many travelers spend time exploring the town center before heading to the wine region.

How far is Plešivica from Zagreb, and how much time do I spend driving?

Plešivica is 30 km southwest of Zagreb, and the initial drive from your hotel takes about an hour. The rest of the day is split between the two wineries, Samobor, and travel between stops, with the full tour lasting seven to eight hours.

Can I bring young children on this tour?

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, and specialized infant seats are available. The tour is suitable for all physical fitness levels, though it is not recommended for pregnant travelers.

What is included in the price, and what should I budget separately?

The tour includes hotel pickup, private English-speaking guide, air-conditioned vehicle transportation, wine tastings at both wineries, and traditional homemade food like cheese and ham. Gratuities are not included and are left to your discretion.