ISTRAMORE SIGNATURE • GOURMET & WINE • FULL DAY • MOTOVUNISTRAVAGANZA
The Ultimate Truffle & Terroir Masterpiece
Unearth the Istrian Gold in the secret forests of Motovun and dine at the legendary table where Anthony Bourdain fell in love with Croatia.
Experience Highlights
The Truffle Hunt: A private demonstration deep in the Motovun forest with a professional hunter and trained dogs.
The Bourdain Menu: A legendary 3-course truffle feast at Konoba Mondo, including their signature handmade fuži.
Architectural Wine Tasting: An exclusive cellar tour and tasting of award-winning Malvazija and Teran at Franc Arman Winery.
Liquid Gold Masterclass: A guided olive oil tasting at Ipša Estate, ranked among the world’s best by the Flos Olei guide.
Luxury Transfer: Full-day disposal of a Mercedes-Benz vehicle with a private chauffeur across the "Terra Magica."
The Hunt & The Forest
Your journey begins deep within the damp, mystical soil of the Motovun forest, the world’s capital of the white truffle. Far from the tourist trails, you will join a champion truffle-hunting family and their trained dogs for a private, primal experience. Feel the thrill of the chase as you unearth the precious tubers that have defined Istrian gastronomy for centuries. This is not a performance; it is an authentic connection to the land and the locals who live by its seasons.
The Legend & The Lunch
From the forest floor, we ascend to the medieval hilltop town of Motovun. Here lies Konoba Mondo, a trattoria that needs no introduction. You will enjoy a curated 3-course truffle menu, featuring the very dish that captivated Anthony Bourdain: hand-rolled fuži pasta buried under a mountain of fresh truffle shavings. It is a meal that celebrates simplicity and world-class ingredients, served in an atmosphere where time seems to stand still.
The Wine & The Oil
The afternoon transforms from rustic to refined. We visit the architectural marvel of Franc Arman Winery, built into the Nardući slopes. Here, you will enjoy a private cellar tour and taste award-winning Teran and Malvazija, understanding why Istrian wines are conquering the global stage. The finale takes us to Ipša Estate in Oprtalj, a producer listed in the Flos Olei guide as one of the world's best. You will learn to taste olive oil like a sommelier, discovering the peppery notes of Istarska Bjelica—the true liquid gold of Istria.
The World’s Best Olive Oil at Ipša
Before we return, a stop at Ipša in Ipši/Oprtalj is mandatory. Once a hidden gem, now a global icon in the Flos Olei guide. You will learn to taste olive oil like a sommelier, discovering the peppery notes of Istarska Bjelica and Frantoio.
What is Included
Private chauffeur & luxury vehicle (Mercedes V-Class / S-Class)
Hotel pickup & drop-off (Rovinj, Poreč, Bale)
Private Truffle Hunting experience (approx. 1.5 hours)
Full lunch menu with drinks at Konoba Mondo
Wine tasting fees at Franc Arman
Olive oil tasting fees at Ipša
All taxes, tolls, and parking fees
On-board Wi-Fi and bottled water