Private Maribor, Ptuj & Wine Road tour from Bled

Taste wines in a centuries-old cellar, then climb to a castle overlooking Slovenia's oldest town

A private guided tour from Bled covers Maribor, Ptuj and the Jeruzalem Wine Region over eleven hours, with a live guide in your chosen language. You'll walk through Lent to see the world's oldest vine, visit Ptuj Castle perched above the town, and taste local wines in a traditional cellar. Hotel pickup is included.

Step-by-step itinerary

Explore Maribor, Ptuj, and Wine Region

• Visit Maribor old town and Lent
• Free time for lunch or activities
• Visit Ptuj town and castle
• Visit Jeruzalem Wine Region
• Wine tasting in local cellar

The experience

The tour starts in Maribor's Lent district, where the architecture and the Drava river frame the old town. The draw here is the oldest vine in the world, still producing grapes after centuries. You'll have free time to explore on your own, grab lunch, or wander the narrow streets before moving on.

Ptuj, Slovenia's oldest town, sits on a hillside crowned by its castle. The castle itself is the main stop. You'll enter and see the grounds and interior that overlook the town below. After Ptuj, the tour heads to the Jeruzalem Wine Region, where you'll taste wines in a local cellar. This is where the wine knowledge comes in. The guide walks you through what you're tasting and why the region matters.

The whole day runs eleven hours from pickup at your hotel. A live guide travels with you in English, Spanish, Italian, French or German, so the commentary is in your language. The pace is set by the fixed itinerary, which means all three stops fit into one day without rushing between them.

What’s included

• Your hotel pickup and return are included.
• the tour guide travels with the group throughout the day.
• wine tasting in a local Jeruzalem cellar.
• and entry to Ptuj Castle.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day11 departure times: the first at 07:00, the last at 12:00Last departure this season: 30 Nov

AgesAdult (12 and older) · Child (3 to 11 years) · Infant (under 3): free

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish, Spanish, French, German and Italian

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.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 5 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortStroller-friendlyInfant seats availablePets welcomePublic transport nearby

Operated by Palma Travel DMC

Is this one for you?Book this if you're traveling as a couple or small group and want one guide to pace three stops (Maribor's Lent district, Ptuj Castle, and a wine cellar) across a full day without splitting your attention between logistics.

Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English, Spanish, French, German and Italian.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (3 to 11 years); Infant (under 3): free.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What is the oldest vine in the world, and where exactly is it in Maribor?

The oldest vine in the world grows in Lent, Maribor's historic district. It is a Žametovka vine that has been producing grapes for over 400 years and remains one of the oldest living grapevines on record. You'll see it during the Maribor portion of the tour.

Can I visit Ptuj Castle on my own, or do I go inside with the group?

Ptuj Castle is included in the tour, and you visit it as part of the guided itinerary. The castle sits on the hill above the town, and entry is covered in the tour price.

What kind of wines will I taste, and how long do we spend in the cellar?

You'll taste wines from the Jeruzalem Wine Region, a traditional wine area near Ptuj. The tasting happens in a local wine cellar, and the guide will explain the wines and the region's winemaking. The exact duration at the cellar is set by the tour schedule, which covers all three stops in the eleven-hour day.

Is lunch included, or do I need to arrange it myself?

Lunch is not included in the tour price. However, you'll have free time in Maribor's Lent district where you can choose a restaurant or café for your meal before the group moves on to Ptuj.