Half Day Vespa Countryside Tour and Tastings in Istria
Description
Do you want to experience the authentic, local Istria, with its cuisine and countryside? Then you should join us on a vespa adventure. We will guide you along scenic paths through vineyards and ancient olive groves, with views of the salt flats on the way. Our focus is on exploring hidden corners of the landscape and indulging in genuine local cuisine. Our tour starts in small town of Piran with a short drive through the city to get to the countryside. Stops are frequent, so we can enjoy the view and take as many photos as you would like. A local oil farmer waits for us along the way, where we will get a degustation of extra virgin olive oil. Later on we provide a light lunch where you can take a short walk through an Istrian village. On our way back we will take a road along the coastline with views of the ocean and seaside cities as well as surrounding countries. we finish off with a glass of local wine back at the office while sharing impressions of the tour.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Meeting point where we start our adventure. We will get to know each other and our vespas, so we can all be confident and safe on the road. You will get a helmet and water as well and it will be time to start our trip! We start off with a short drive through the city to get to the countryside with local and uncrowded roads.
We continue our ride through Secovlje Nature Park where a panoramic view of the salt flats opens up and we get to enjoy and its surroundings. There will be time to take photos and stop for a little break.
The drive will take us through old pine trees and through small Istrian villages. We will stop at a couple of them, and get to visit a local olive oil farmer. You will get to taste different kinds of extra virgin olive oil and ejoy the view of olive oil plantation. There will be time to take a short walk through the village and take in the views. We stop at a local Istrian konoba as well where you get to enjoy authentic Istrian food and refreshing beverages.
On the way back we take a scenic route through the Strunjan park and enjoy views of Slovenian coast where you can see Croatia and Italy as well. There will be frequent points to take landscape photos as well.
We will drive through the coastline city of Izola and see the cliffs from Slovenian bay, while driving by the ocean.
We return back to Piran - our starting point. A glass of cold local wine waits for us, so we can share our experience and finish with a nice toast.
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
We arrange pick up if needed, with prior request.
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- We can accommodate dietary restrictions such as vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, etc. If you have dietary requirements please indicate it to the special requirements at the time of booking.
- The reservation includes one Vespa for two people, with one guest as the driver and the other as the passenger. You will be accompanied by tour guides on a separate Vespa.
- To drive a Vespa, you need a valid driver's license and must be an adult, 18 years old or over. The reservation includes a 50cc Vespa, but more powerful models (125cc Vespa) are also available upon request; please indicate your preference in the reservation comments, and we will check availability.
- A deposit is required before the tour: €150 for the 50cc Vespa and €200 for the 125cc Vespa. This deposit will be fully refunded at the end of the tour if the Vespa and equipment are returned undamaged.
- The tour takes around 4-5 hours. The first 30 minutes will be dedicated to safety instructions and rules as well as getting ti know each other and your motorbikes. The ride itself takes approximately 1,5 - 2 hours with frequent stops to take in the scenery. Along the way there is a half an hour stop at the oil farmer and an hour stop for lunch as well.
Reviews(33)
## ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ **Review for our today's Vespa half-day trip with "Dejan Rollende Istra"** Even the start at 8:30 AM at the *Rollende Istra* office in Piran was perfectly organized. After a brief, friendly handling of the formalities, the handover of the helmets, and a clear introduction to the Vespa, we were off – and from that moment on, a trip began that we will remember for a long time. The route initially took us out of Piran, past the salt pans, along narrow local roads that were wonderful to drive on. Our first stop was a small olive farmer who let us taste his freshly pressed oil. Dejan, our guide, explained the cultivation in an informative, authentic, and incredibly friendly manner. We continued over hills, through valleys, and ancient farming villages. In **Krkavče**, we made a stop and explored the village that is over 1000 years old. We were even allowed to visit the church from the inside – including the oldest part, which is only accessible through a narrow passage behind the altar. A true highlight. And then something wonderful happened: An older villager spontaneously gifted my wife a bouquet of lavender, St. John's wort, bay leaves, rosemary, and an artichoke flower. A touching, heartfelt gesture that made this day even more special. The drive then took us over scenic hilltops with views of opposite mountain villages – a panorama that one does not forget easily. In **Dobrava**, a lunch awaited us at *Restavracija Kamin* on the large terrace with an overwhelming view of the harbor of Izola. Appetizer: regional varieties of ham and salami as well as cheese. Main course: Pasta in truffle cream sauce – and the truffles actually come from the surrounding forests. A delight. To conclude, we took winding mountain roads back to Piran, where our tour ended. ### **Conclusion:** A beautiful, unique excursion through a part of Slovenian Istria – varied, lovingly designed, and full of little surprises. Our heartfelt thanks go to our guide **Dejan**, an extremely lovable, conscientious, and dedicated guide who made this day something truly special. My wife and I can wholeheartedly recommend this tour. Those who do not participate miss out on something truly wonderful. (Small note: A driver's license for motorcycles up to 125 cc is required.) **Matthias Quehl, June 2026**
Amazing guide and experience
We thoroughly enjoyed our half-day tour with Dejan and would absolutely do it again! The Vespa scooters were in excellent condition—clean, well-maintained, and equipped with storage compartments for our personal belongings. Dejan was an outstanding guide who led us effortlessly through Piran’s charming neighborhoods, making the entire experience both enjoyable and stress-free. Our first stop was a local olive oil farm, where we learned about the olive oil production process and had the opportunity to sample several delicious varieties. Along the way, Dejan ensured we had plenty of opportunities to take photos and capture the beautiful scenery. He guided us through a variety of local villages and neighborhoods, and in one particularly memorable village, we were given a firsthand glimpse into everyday life in Slovenia. Later, we rode our scooters to an incredible local restaurant, where we enjoyed a wonderful meal featuring regional specialties, including charcuterie, pasta, and truffles—yes, truffles! The hospitality at every stop was exceptional and matched only by the kindness and generosity of the local people we met. This was by far one of the most unique and enjoyable tours we have ever taken. If we find ourselves back in Piran, we will absolutely book this tour with Dejan again. Highly recommended!
Amazing vespa tour and top highlight of our trip to Slovenia & Croatia. Over 5 hours, we zipped through the beautiful, rolling countryside of olive groves and vineyards, with incredible coastal views, and through small villages accessible by local traffic only. We stopped at a family-run olive oil producer for a tasting, toured a small village on foot, and had a fabulous lunch at a restaurant overlooking the coast. Dejan was an excellent host/tour guide; his personal touch added to the experience and safety. He even sent us photos and a video of our adventure after the tour. Overall this was an amazing experience, exceeding our expectations! Highly, highly recommend!
Beautiful scenery and programme!!! Thank you for the experience! We would recommend it to everybody who visits Piran!
Wonderful experience. Book it. Fabulous Vespa tour with Dejan around the hills and country side outside Piran and in Istria. Dejan showed great care and passion in ensuring we had a great experience. He is very professional from booking to end and his scooters are great. The country side is spectacular, full of Olive groves, grapevines, quaint villages and amazing views. The ride down country roads immerses you in the local life. You experience a fabulous and fascinating Olive Oil tasting and a delicious lunch with a spectacular view. I highly recommend this experience as you get to see more of the local area and Dejan even takes photos and makes a movie of your trip. Worth every cent!
Fantastic and fun experience to do near Piran that offers a different view of the seaside resort you are used to, perfect for an out of the ordinary day. This tour offers the chance to see and experience the beauty of the countryside, salt pans, vineyards, olive groves and some characteristic villages in a unique way, accompanied by Dejan who tells his land in a passionate and professional way, putting you extremely at ease with his friendly character and a very good command of the Italian language. Another highlight of this excursion is the lunch or dinner offered at a very good Istrian restaurant that itself finds the truffles used in the dishes served and where there is also the possibility to buy them at the moment, at more than fair prices, depending on the daily availability. In conclusion this is definitely a highly recommended trip that I hope I will have the opportunity to repeat!
Really amazing experience with the fantastic guide Dejan. We discovered the Slovenian istrian hinterland, with beautiful views, ancient villages and really great food. I suggest this amazing experience that is going to open your eyes on what Istria is and was, spending priceless time with your friends, partner and the new Vespa model. Thanks Dejan!
Vespa tour in Piran was excellent experience. Dejan was very kind and explained us a lot of things around Istrian coast. We enjoyed every moment of this tour including olive oil tasting on local farm,very tasteful lunch and all the places which we visited. I highly recommend this tour as one of the best experiences in Piran/Portorož area.
I absolutely loved this tour - Dejan was professional but very friendly and welcoming, and he took me to villages I never would have discovered on my own. The experiences - like the olive oil tasting and the dinner at a local truffle restaurant - were super unique and clearly local gems. I would do this again in a heartbeat and highly recommend to anyone visiting Piran!
