{"id":338,"date":"2022-10-17T14:06:29","date_gmt":"2022-10-17T14:06:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/demo.e-travel.sk\/?p=338"},"modified":"2026-08-18T22:27:25","modified_gmt":"2026-08-18T22:27:25","slug":"wine-tour-slovakia","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/demo.e-travel.sk\/wine-tour-slovakia\/","title":{"rendered":"Wine Tour Slovakia | Small Carpathian Wine Region"},"content":{"rendered":"<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-a57e4d46809b73400e9db98d3e290dd4\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>Wine Tour Slovakia: Discover the Small Carpathian Wine Region<\/strong><\/span><\/h1>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Did you know that <a style=\"color: #000000;\" href=\"\/services\/dmc\/\">Slovakia<\/a> is also a wine country? And indeed it is. Slovakia has altogether 6 wine growing regions, of which the most famous is the <a style=\"color: #000000;\" href=\"https:\/\/bratislavacitytours.sk\/product\/small-carpathian-wine-tour\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Small Carpathian Wine Road<\/a>, which starts in Bratislava. Let&#8217;s discover the wine, wine culture &amp; beautiful landscape of the country with our Wine Tour of Slovakia.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>Wine Regions of Slovakia<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Small Carpathian Wine Region<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000;\">South Slovakia Wine Region<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Nitra Wine Region<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Central Slovakia Wine Region<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000;\">East Slovakia Wine Region&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Slovak part of Tokaj Region<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Altogether Slovakia has:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000;\">6 wine regions<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000;\">40 wine growing areas<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000;\">603 wine growing towns &amp; villages<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-0492d7bb5ae88b55e78e90b1c87dbf42\"><strong>Variety of Slovak Wines<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-a69e739a2d7dd943ca54106914d6a20b\"><strong>Gruner Veltliner\/ Zelen\u00fd Veltl\u00edn<\/strong> &#8211; is a fundamental and key variety in the Little Carpathian Wine Region. The wine is fresh with a subtle fruity flavour. It has a higher acidity and good potential for long archiving.<\/li>\n<li class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-0c63d8948315cdf599e516343387703b\"><strong>Neuburg<\/strong> &#8211; a white variety is widespread especially around Bratislava and Pezinok. It makes fine wine. <\/li>\n<li class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-6f2700b5366b90051d64bd24dcdf4df1\">Dev\u00edn &#8211; the variety emerged in 1958 by crossing Red Traminer with Red and White Veltliner in Bratislava. It has spicy aromas of Traminer and nutmeg. <\/li>\n<li class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-5cb43ff502dd0e19abdef867d86af7d9\"><strong>Lemberger\/ Frankovka<\/strong> <strong>Modr\u00e1<\/strong> &#8211; with ruby colour and the taste of cinnamon it is the most characteristic Slovak red wine.<\/li>\n<li class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-fd3da2b18036c63cedbd74b2a5bf54e9\"><strong>St. Laurent\/ Sv\u00e4tovavrineck\u00e9 <\/strong>&#8211; is a typical red variety with intense colour and higher acidity, the scent of which resembles prunes. <\/li>\n<li class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-8a6744ac43587ea699c299ca20f30446\"><strong>Danube\/ Dunaj <\/strong>&#8211; red variety achieved by triple crossing in Bratislava. It is only grown in Slovakia and marginally also in the Czech republic. <\/li>\n<li class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-600b4ddd1d1df71fd6123acb43e35a4c\"><strong>Cabernet sauvignon<\/strong> &#8211; red variety originally from France is increasingly acquiring popularity. Its characteristic scent is that of black currants<\/li>\n<li><strong>Devin Currant Wine \/ Dev\u00ednsky Ribezliak<\/strong> \u2013 a unique sweet currant wine typical of the Bratislava district of Dev\u00edn, made from black currants.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-18501b3fec59ce5f022af3f3d06d5eeb\"><strong>The rising star &#8211; Slovak Rose Wine<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-1e05d8ba55ced0decb3b5f572d0fa347 wp-block-paragraph\">Due to global warming and the unique hillside vineyards of the Small Carpathian Wine Route, Slovak ros\u00e9 wines have been improving in quality year after year, gaining increasing popularity. The combination of climate and terroir creates fresh, elegant, and well-balanced ros\u00e9s that stand out on the international stage.<\/p>\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-bd77460ed09e8eceb5b9a331e2491c7d wp-block-paragraph\">We have welcomed clients from Italy and Spain who were pleasantly surprised\u2014many even claiming that Slovak ros\u00e9 rivals or surpasses wines from their home countries.<\/p>\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-295ead623e0e0d276689bd62fa45ee0a wp-block-paragraph\">Slovak ros\u00e9 is especially delightful in summer, perfectly complementing light meals, fresh salads, and delicate desserts, making it an ideal choice for warm, sunny days.<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-263635b8c54288c5b1f4f35f689f8e37\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-e7a9ba837c04559fcce611b5b9acd86d\"> <strong> Day 1- Arrival in Bratislava <\/strong> <\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-d5b04a746b344b3e225b576248115477 wp-block-paragraph\">Arrival at Vienna Airport, where you will meet your guide and transfer by a comfortable, luxurious bus to the Slovak capital, Bratislava. Before checking in at your hotel, enjoy a panoramic city tour of Bratislava. Discover the Slavin Monument with its stunning views over the city, the impressive Bratislava Castle, the iconic Blue Church, and the modern Nivy District, the vibrant new downtown of <a href=\"https:\/\/bratislavacitytours.sk\/product\/bratislava-grand-city-tour\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-vivid-cyan-blue-color\">Bratislava<\/mark><\/a>.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"71\" data-end=\"477\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Check in at the hotel. The sightseeing continues <a style=\"color: #000000;\" href=\"https:\/\/bratislavacitytours.sk\/product\/bratislava-walking-tour\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">on foot,<\/a> exploring Bratislava\u2019s historic city center and its main highlights, including St. Martin&#8217;s Cathedral, Mozart House, Academia Istropolitana, the Palace of the Hungarian Parliament, St. Michael&#8217;s Gate, and the hidden gem of Primate&#8217;s Palace. You\u2019ll also see the Old Town Hall, the State Opera, the Reduta Philharmonic Orchestra building, and more.<\/span><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"479\" data-end=\"685\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\">During the walking tour, visit the National Saloon of Wines of Slovakia, home to wines from all six Slovak wine regions. Enjoy a tasting of 10 local fine wines with expert explanations from a sommelier.<\/span><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"687\" data-end=\"825\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Dinner will be served at a traditional Bratislava restaurant with a three-course menu accompanied by wine. Overnight stay in Bratislava.<\/span><\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" data-id=\"9914\" src=\"https:\/\/demo.e-travel.sk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/522A6799-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Wine Tour of Slovakia, wine tasting\" class=\"wp-image-9914\" srcset=\"https:\/\/demo.e-travel.sk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/522A6799-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/demo.e-travel.sk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/522A6799-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/demo.e-travel.sk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/522A6799-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/demo.e-travel.sk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/522A6799-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/demo.e-travel.sk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/522A6799-2048x1366.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/demo.e-travel.sk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/522A6799-1320x880.jpg 1320w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" data-id=\"9915\" src=\"https:\/\/demo.e-travel.sk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/522A6792-2-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-9915\" srcset=\"https:\/\/demo.e-travel.sk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/522A6792-2-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/demo.e-travel.sk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/522A6792-2-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/demo.e-travel.sk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/522A6792-2-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/demo.e-travel.sk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/522A6792-2-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/demo.e-travel.sk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/522A6792-2-2048x1366.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/demo.e-travel.sk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/522A6792-2-1320x880.jpg 1320w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" data-id=\"6369\" src=\"https:\/\/demo.e-travel.sk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Bratislava-3-min-1-2-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-6369\" srcset=\"https:\/\/demo.e-travel.sk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Bratislava-3-min-1-2-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/demo.e-travel.sk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Bratislava-3-min-1-2-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/demo.e-travel.sk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Bratislava-3-min-1-2-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/demo.e-travel.sk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Bratislava-3-min-1-2.jpg 1500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n<h2><strong><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Day 2 &#8211; Small Carpathian Wine Route<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\">On the second day of your Slovak wine tour, explore the Small Carpathian Wine Route, located just outside Bratislava. This wine region is famous for its scenic Small Carpathian Hills, historic vineyards, and rich cultural heritage. Legend says that Frankovka Modr\u00e1, the region\u2019s most famous wine, was favoured by Empress Maria Theresa\u2014drinking it allegedly helped her conceive her 16 children!<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Begin your tour in the charming wine town of <strong data-start=\"610\" data-end=\"623\">Sv\u00e4t\u00fd Jur<\/strong>, with a tasting of five wines from the local <strong data-start=\"669\" data-end=\"686\">Bogn\u00e1r Winery<\/strong>. Continue in Sv\u00e4t\u00fd Jur with organic wine tasting at <strong data-start=\"739\" data-end=\"762\">Organic Wines Bahna<\/strong>, produced without any chemicals.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Next, visit <strong data-start=\"811\" data-end=\"822\">Pezinok<\/strong>, the \u201ccapital\u201d of Slovak wine production. Stop at the <strong data-start=\"877\" data-end=\"906\">Majolika Pottery Workshop<\/strong> to see traditional Slovak painted pottery. Then continue to the romantic <strong data-start=\"980\" data-end=\"1000\">Red Stone Castle<\/strong>, famous for its vast cellars, historically used for storing copper rather than wine.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\">The tour proceeds to <strong data-start=\"1110\" data-end=\"1130\">Elesko Vineyards<\/strong>, a modern winery known for high-quality wines. Explore the architecturally striking wine factory and enjoy a tasting of six wines.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\">End the day at <strong data-start=\"1280\" data-end=\"1304\">Vinnum Gallery Bozen<\/strong>, Slovakia\u2019s most popular wine restaurant, with a tasting of Maty\u0161\u00e1k wines in a stylish cellar. Enjoy a three-course dinner paired with half a bottle of house wine and live folk music. Return to Bratislava for an overnight stay.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/demo.e-travel.sk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/ChatGPT-Image-Mar-18-2026-12_01_13-PM-Copy-1024x683.png\" alt=\"Explanation of English speaking sommelier at Vinnum Gallery Bozen to the clients \" class=\"wp-image-13104\" style=\"aspect-ratio:3\/2;object-fit:cover\" srcset=\"https:\/\/demo.e-travel.sk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/ChatGPT-Image-Mar-18-2026-12_01_13-PM-Copy-1024x683.png 1024w, https:\/\/demo.e-travel.sk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/ChatGPT-Image-Mar-18-2026-12_01_13-PM-Copy-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/demo.e-travel.sk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/ChatGPT-Image-Mar-18-2026-12_01_13-PM-Copy-768x512.png 768w, https:\/\/demo.e-travel.sk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/ChatGPT-Image-Mar-18-2026-12_01_13-PM-Copy-1320x880.png 1320w, https:\/\/demo.e-travel.sk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/ChatGPT-Image-Mar-18-2026-12_01_13-PM-Copy.png 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"866\" src=\"https:\/\/demo.e-travel.sk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/vinarstvo-elesko-modra-3-1-1024x866.jpg\" alt=\"Wine Tour of Slovakia, photo of Elesko wine house from drone\" class=\"wp-image-9916\" style=\"aspect-ratio:3\/2;object-fit:cover\" srcset=\"https:\/\/demo.e-travel.sk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/vinarstvo-elesko-modra-3-1-1024x866.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/demo.e-travel.sk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/vinarstvo-elesko-modra-3-1-300x254.jpg 300w, https:\/\/demo.e-travel.sk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/vinarstvo-elesko-modra-3-1-768x650.jpg 768w, https:\/\/demo.e-travel.sk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/vinarstvo-elesko-modra-3-1-1320x1117.jpg 1320w, https:\/\/demo.e-travel.sk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/vinarstvo-elesko-modra-3-1.jpg 1500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2><strong><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Day 3- Skalica Wine Region, Royal Town &amp; Wine Traditions<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Buffet breakfast at the hotel to start your day. Depart for the <strong data-start=\"188\" data-end=\"211\">Skalica Wine Region<\/strong>, located near the border with the Czech Republic. Upon arrival, enjoy a short walking tour of the historic town of <strong data-start=\"327\" data-end=\"338\">Skalica<\/strong>, discovering landmarks such as the 11th-century <strong data-start=\"387\" data-end=\"409\">St. George Rotunda<\/strong>, the elegant <strong data-start=\"423\" data-end=\"437\">City House<\/strong>, and the serene <strong data-start=\"454\" data-end=\"498\">Franciscan Church of Our Lady of Sorrows<\/strong>.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Experience the region\u2019s winemaking heritage with a tasting in a <strong data-start=\"567\" data-end=\"592\">monastery wine cellar<\/strong>, accompanied by a local specialty, the famous <strong data-start=\"639\" data-end=\"660\">Skalick\u00fd Trdeln\u00edk<\/strong>, a sweet chimney cake unique to the area.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Continue your wine journey at <strong data-start=\"736\" data-end=\"760\">Vineyards Winterberg<\/strong>, sampling a selection of premium local wines. The day concludes with a delightful dinner at the stylish <strong data-start=\"865\" data-end=\"895\">U Stud\u00e1nky Wine Restaurant<\/strong>, featuring a tasting of five exceptional wines paired with a three-course meal and half a bottle of wine per person.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\">After an unforgettable day of wine, culture, and gastronomy, return to Bratislava for an overnight stay<\/span>.<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"460\" src=\"https:\/\/demo.e-travel.sk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/skalica1-1.jpg\" alt=\"Wine Tour of Slovakia, Skalica\" class=\"wp-image-10539\" style=\"aspect-ratio:3\/2;object-fit:cover\" srcset=\"https:\/\/demo.e-travel.sk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/skalica1-1.jpg 700w, https:\/\/demo.e-travel.sk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/skalica1-1-300x197.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"330\" src=\"https:\/\/demo.e-travel.sk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/skalicky-trdelnik-1.jpg\" alt=\"Wine Tour of Slovakia, Skalica\" class=\"wp-image-10540\" style=\"aspect-ratio:3\/2;object-fit:cover\" srcset=\"https:\/\/demo.e-travel.sk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/skalicky-trdelnik-1.jpg 600w, https:\/\/demo.e-travel.sk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/skalicky-trdelnik-1-300x165.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-9bbae65fe809c18c2cea7bd7e1c31180\"><strong><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Day 4- Historical Towns Nitra &amp; Trnava<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-f2e3e3f83313e8e80431415a4debf5ff wp-block-paragraph\">S<span style=\"color: #000000;\">tart your day with a buffet breakfast at the hotel. Depart for <strong data-start=\"241\" data-end=\"250\"><a href=\"\/day-trip-to-nitra\/\" type=\"link\" id=\"https:\/\/www.e-travel.sk\/day-trip-to-nitra\/\">Nitra<\/a><\/strong>, the oldest town in Slovakia. According to legend, <strong data-start=\"302\" data-end=\"333\">St. Cyril and St. Methodius<\/strong>, patrons of Slovakia, lived here. They brought Christianity to the region in the 9th\u201310th centuries and invented the first Slavic alphabet, <strong data-start=\"474\" data-end=\"488\">Glagolitic<\/strong>, the predecessor of the Cyrillic script.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-42e5f9416cef0bd60d09b029a6260e34 wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Visit <strong data-start=\"546\" data-end=\"562\">Nitra Castle<\/strong> and explore <strong data-start=\"575\" data-end=\"601\">St. Emeram\u2019s Cathedral<\/strong>, located on the castle hill. Enjoy a tasting of five local wines at the <strong data-start=\"674\" data-end=\"701\">Winery Below the Castle<\/strong>. For wine enthusiasts seeking a deeper experience, an optional visit to the <strong data-start=\"778\" data-end=\"818\">Boutique Vineyards &amp; Winery in Tajn\u00e1<\/strong> is available for a surcharge.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-33379e118b1e88fa1bcd22ebd2b3d8be wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Continue to<a href=\"\/visit-trnava-travel-guide\/\" type=\"link\" id=\"https:\/\/www.e-travel.sk\/visit-trnava-travel-guide\/\"> <strong data-start=\"864\" data-end=\"874\">Trnava<\/strong><\/a>, often called the \u201c<strong data-start=\"894\" data-end=\"912\">Slovakian Rome<\/strong>\u201d or \u201cLittle Rome of Slovakia\u201d due to its abundance of churches, cathedrals, and monasteries. Take a walking tour of the historic center, including entrance to the magnificent <strong data-start=\"1088\" data-end=\"1125\">Cathedral of St. John the Baptist<\/strong>.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-363a190f84a8f792aa0cffd5e2b1b589 wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Return to Bratislava for a memorable dinner with wine tasting at the <strong data-start=\"1199\" data-end=\"1222\">Maty\u0161\u00e1k Wine Cellar<\/strong>, home to over 40,000 bottles of fine Slovak wines. A perfect conclusion to a day of history, culture, and gastronomy.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"https:\/\/demo.e-travel.sk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/NITRA-1.jpg\" alt=\"Wine tour of Slovakia, Nitra panorama shot with St Emeram cathedral\n\" class=\"wp-image-10545\" style=\"aspect-ratio:3\/2;object-fit:cover\" srcset=\"https:\/\/demo.e-travel.sk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/NITRA-1.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/demo.e-travel.sk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/NITRA-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/demo.e-travel.sk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/NITRA-1-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"989\" height=\"989\" src=\"https:\/\/demo.e-travel.sk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/TRNAVA-1-1.jpg\" alt=\"Colorful TRNAVA letters sign on Trinity Square with City Tower, Little Rome of Slovakia\" class=\"wp-image-13054\" style=\"aspect-ratio:3\/2;object-fit:cover\" srcset=\"https:\/\/demo.e-travel.sk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/TRNAVA-1-1.jpg 989w, https:\/\/demo.e-travel.sk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/TRNAVA-1-1-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/demo.e-travel.sk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/TRNAVA-1-1-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/demo.e-travel.sk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/TRNAVA-1-1-768x768.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 989px) 100vw, 989px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-ff1333621ad49080804872c04d3da6ad\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>Day 5- Departure from Bratislava &amp; Currant Wine<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">E<span style=\"color: #000000;\">njoy a buffet breakfast at the hotel. Choose to relax and enjoy <strong data-start=\"180\" data-end=\"207\">free time in Bratislava<\/strong>, or take an optional excursion to <strong data-start=\"242\" data-end=\"258\">Devin Castle<\/strong> for a surcharge, including a tasting of the local specialty, <strong data-start=\"320\" data-end=\"359\">Currant Wine \u2013 \u201cDev\u00ednsky R\u00edbez\u013eiak\u201d<\/strong>.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong data-start=\"364\" data-end=\"380\">Devin Castle<\/strong>, dating back to the 9th century, is one of Slovakia\u2019s oldest historic sites. Perched at the confluence of the <strong data-start=\"491\" data-end=\"519\">Danube and Morava rivers<\/strong>, it sits on the border with Austria and the Czech Republic. During the communist era, the castle marked a frontier of the <strong data-start=\"642\" data-end=\"658\">Iron Curtain<\/strong>, adding historical significance to its breathtaking views and ruins.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\">After the visit or free time, transfer to <strong data-start=\"773\" data-end=\"791\">Vienna Airport<\/strong> for your departure. End of services.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"936\" height=\"625\" src=\"https:\/\/demo.e-travel.sk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/tradicny-devinsky-ribezlak-6002.940x625t.jpg\" alt=\"Wine Tour of Slovakia, Currant Wine\" class=\"wp-image-9925\" style=\"aspect-ratio:3\/2;object-fit:cover\" srcset=\"https:\/\/demo.e-travel.sk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/tradicny-devinsky-ribezlak-6002.940x625t.jpg 936w, https:\/\/demo.e-travel.sk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/tradicny-devinsky-ribezlak-6002.940x625t-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/demo.e-travel.sk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/tradicny-devinsky-ribezlak-6002.940x625t-768x513.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 936px) 100vw, 936px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/demo.e-travel.sk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Devin-exterier-foto-Sternmuller-23-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Wine Tour of Slovakia, Devin Castle\" class=\"wp-image-9924\" style=\"aspect-ratio:3\/2;object-fit:cover\" srcset=\"https:\/\/demo.e-travel.sk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Devin-exterier-foto-Sternmuller-23-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/demo.e-travel.sk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Devin-exterier-foto-Sternmuller-23-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/demo.e-travel.sk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Devin-exterier-foto-Sternmuller-23-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/demo.e-travel.sk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Devin-exterier-foto-Sternmuller-23-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/demo.e-travel.sk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Devin-exterier-foto-Sternmuller-23-2048x1365.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/demo.e-travel.sk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Devin-exterier-foto-Sternmuller-23-1320x880.jpg 1320w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<figure><\/figure>\n<\/p>\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>Rate includes:<\/strong><\/span><\/h4>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000;\">4 x accommodation at DBL in 4* located in Bratislava City Center<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000;\">All transfers according to itinerary with lux bus with AC<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Services of licensed English speaking guide for 4 days according to itinerary<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000;\">4 x 3 course dinner including \u00bd of bottle of house wine<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000;\">10 x wine tasting with a local sommelier in every wine cellar<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Entrance fees: Red Stone Castle, Majolika Pottery Workshop, Nitra Castle, St. John Baptist Cathedral, St. George Rotunda in Skalica<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000;\">city tax &amp; all taxes<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\">For the group prices &amp; availability of Wine Tour of Slovakia, contact us at <\/span>: <span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><strong><a style=\"color: #0000ff;\" href=\"mailto:info@e-travel.sk\" data-type=\"mailto\" data-id=\"mailto:info@e-travel.sk\">info@e-travel.sk<\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-20411c1cbd3fdc218a66c1c38ee0bf9d\">FAQ: Wine Tour Slovakia<\/h3>\n<div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\">\n<div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1773849478562\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Do I need to know anything about wine to enjoy this tour?<\/strong> <\/p>\n<p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Absolutely not. Some of our favourite guests on this tour were complete beginners who just liked the idea of beautiful countryside and good food. The sommeliers explain everything in plain language \u2014 no pretension, no jargon. You&#8217;ll leave knowing more than you expected, and you&#8217;ll have enjoyed every sip getting there.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1773849502517\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>How many wines will I actually taste across the whole tour?<\/strong><\/strong> <\/p>\n<p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">A lot. Over the five days you&#8217;ll taste more than 40 wines across wineries, cellars, restaurants and the National Saloon of Wines in Bratislava. We pace it sensibly \u2014 this is a wine journey, not a pub crawl.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1773849517924\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>Is this tour only about wine, or is there proper sightseeing too?<\/strong><\/strong> <\/p>\n<p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Both, genuinely. Day one alone covers Bratislava Castle, the historic Old Town, St. Martin&#8217;s Cathedral and more. You&#8217;ll also visit a medieval rotunda in Skalica, a 9th-century castle in Nitra, the so-called &#8220;Rome of Slovakia&#8221; in Trnava, and the dramatic ruins of Dev\u00edn Castle on the Austrian border. The wine is the thread that connects it all.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1773849538556\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Where does the tour start and finish?<\/strong> <\/p>\n<p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">We pick you up at Vienna Airport on arrival and drop you back there on departure. So you don&#8217;t need a separate transfer from Vienna \u2014 it&#8217;s all taken care of from the moment you land. We can also adjust the tour to pick up at Bratislava Airport. <\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1773849572189\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>What time of year is best for a wine tour in Slovakia?<\/strong><\/strong> <\/p>\n<p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">September and October are magical \u2014 the harvest is underway, the hills turn golden and the wineries are buzzing with activity. That said, the tour runs year-round and each season has its own character. Spring brings blossom on the vines, summer is warm and relaxed, and winter has a quieter, more intimate feel with mulled wine and firelit cellars.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p><!-- etravel\/post-cta --><\/p>\n<div class=\"not-prose etravel-post-cta mt-12 rounded-2xl bg-muted p-6 sm:p-8\">\n<h2 class=\"text-xl font-semibold tracking-tight text-ink\">Planning a group in Slovakia or Central Europe?<\/h2>\n<p class=\"mt-2 text-[15px] leading-relaxed text-ink-2\">e-travel is an incoming DMC in Bratislava &mdash; send us the group, the dates and the cities, and we come back with a tailored proposal at net rates.<\/p>\n<p class=\"mt-5\"><a href=\"\/request-a-proposal\/\" class=\"not-prose inline-flex items-center justify-center gap-2 rounded-lg bg-brand px-5 py-3 text-[15px] font-semibold text-white no-underline shadow-card transition hover:brightness-110\">Request a proposal<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><!-- \/etravel\/post-cta --><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Wine Tour Slovakia: Discover the Small Carpathian Wine Region &nbsp; Did you know that Slovakia is also a wine country? 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