Drive the Pelješac peninsula from Dubrovnik for a full-day private wine tour that pairs family-run wineries with Mali Ston oysters and a long stop at Trstenik Bay. Expect scenic viewpoints, cellar tours, and a relaxed 8–9 hour itinerary with hotel pickup.
Drive the Pelješac peninsula from Dubrovnik for a full-day private wine tour that pairs family-run wineries with Mali Ston oysters and a long stop at Trstenik Bay. Expect scenic viewpoints, cellar tours, and a relaxed 8–9 hour itinerary with hotel pickup.
You pull away from Dubrovnik’s Old Town as the city’s stone roofs shrink into the rearview and the Adriatic widens to your right. The road climbs and drops through scrubby karst and low pine; a viewpoint above Majkovi hands you the first postcard: glittering islets, a ribbon of sea, and the soft green rows of vineyards that define Pelješac.
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Operated by Cava tours Dubrovnik · Ston, Dubrovnik-Neretva County
You pull away from Dubrovnik’s Old Town as the city’s stone roofs shrink into the rearview and the Adriatic widens to your right. The road climbs and drops through scrubby karst and low pine; a viewpoint above Majkovi hands you the first postcard: glittering islets, a ribbon of sea, and the soft green rows of vineyards that define Pelješac.
This day tour follows centuries of coastal trade and winemaking. Ston, once a defensive outpost of the Dubrovnik Republic, still guards one of Europe’s oldest working salt pans. The peninsula’s geology — limestone carved by wind and sea — creates thin soils that force vines to concentrate flavors, producing the robust Plavac Mali and crisp whites you’ll taste at family estates like Ćurlin and larger producers such as Matusko.
You’ll move between short tastings, cellar tours, and a long stop in Trstenik Bay where lunch or a swim is optional. Expect guided commentary on grape varietals, local fishing traditions (oysters in Mali Ston are treated like a regional specialty), and a look at small-scale winemaking practices passed through families for generations.
Practical notes: the full outing runs about 8–9 hours with hotel pickup in Dubrovnik; most time is spent in an air-conditioned vehicle with periodic short walks and standing tastings. Bring sun protection, a light jacket for coastal breezes, and a reusable water bottle. If you want to swim, pack a swimsuit and towel; if you prefer a focused tasting day, reserve space to linger in the wineries. This is an easy, cultural-forward day that combines scenery, history, and hands-on tasting of one of Croatia’s best wine regions.
easy.
8–9 hours.
Suitable for most fitness levels — primarily seated transfers with short on-foot sections and standing tastings.
Most tours pick up and drop off in central Dubrovnik hotels or the cruise port; confirm your exact pickup point when booking.
Yes — there’s a planned long stop at Trstenik Bay where swimming and lunch at a seaside restaurant are optional.
The itinerary is family-friendly; non-drinkers can still join and enjoy food and scenery, while minors should be supervised and cannot sample alcohol.
Yes — the tour includes an air-conditioned private vehicle and driver/guide for the full day.
Ston was a strategic frontier of the Dubrovnik Republic and is home to some of Europe’s oldest operational salt pans and extensive defensive walls dating to the 14th century.
Pelješac’s karst landscapes and marine zones are sensitive; support small wineries and seafood providers who follow local, low-impact practices and avoid single-use plastics.
Cava tours Dubrovnik operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.




You pull away from Dubrovnik’s Old Town as the city’s stone roofs shrink into the rearview and the Adriatic widens to your right. The road climbs and drops through scrubby karst and low pine; a viewpoint above Majkovi hands you the first postcard: glittering islets, a ribbon of sea, and the soft green rows of vineyards that define Pelješac.
You pull away from Dubrovnik’s Old Town as the city’s stone roofs shrink into the rearview and the Adriatic widens to your right. The road climbs and drops through scrubby karst and low pine; a viewpoint above Majkovi hands you the first postcard: glittering islets, a ribbon of sea, and the soft green rows of vineyards that define Pelješac.
This day tour follows centuries of coastal trade and winemaking. Ston, once a defensive outpost of the Dubrovnik Republic, still guards one of Europe’s oldest working salt pans. The peninsula’s geology — limestone carved by wind and sea — creates thin soils that force vines to concentrate flavors, producing the robust Plavac Mali and crisp whites you’ll taste at family estates like Ćurlin and larger producers such as Matusko.
You’ll move between short tastings, cellar tours, and a long stop in Trstenik Bay where lunch or a swim is optional. Expect guided commentary on grape varietals, local fishing traditions (oysters in Mali Ston are treated like a regional specialty), and a look at small-scale winemaking practices passed through families for generations.
Practical notes: the full outing runs about 8–9 hours with hotel pickup in Dubrovnik; most time is spent in an air-conditioned vehicle with periodic short walks and standing tastings. Bring sun protection, a light jacket for coastal breezes, and a reusable water bottle. If you want to swim, pack a swimsuit and towel; if you prefer a focused tasting day, reserve space to linger in the wineries. This is an easy, cultural-forward day that combines scenery, history, and hands-on tasting of one of Croatia’s best wine regions.