Experience Concierge
Let us create your ideal Istrian escape tailored to your sense of adventure and curiosity. Our expert team is on hand to share carefully curated recommendations, guiding you to the region’s most captivating attractions, unmissable activities and gems known only to locals.

What we offer
Experience Concierge services

Discover the best of Istria
- get personalised recommendations and assistance tailored to your interests and holiday plans
- discover and book carefully selected local experiences, must-see attractions, private excursions and gourmet tours
- arrange additional services and special requests to enhance your stay
- organise transport around the destination with ease
- learn more about the benefits of the Valamar Rewards loyalty programme
- take home a special memory from your holiday with souvenirs and accessories from the Maro and Valamar collections
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Embark on gourmet discoveries

Black truffle hunting and preparation of homemade gnocchi
Calling all foodies and nature lovers. Join the Karlić family and their truffle dogs on a hunt through the Motovun forest, then prepare homemade gnocchi for a true taste of Istria’s tradition in the hilltop village of Paladini.
ALL MONTHS

Organic goat cheese tasting
Tour a rustic farm and cheesery before tasting fresh and aged cheeses. Enjoy homemade bread, wine and toppings that bring Istria’s cheese culture to life.
MARCH - OCTOBER
Private tour

Oyster farm tour & tasting
Explore the Lim channel by traditional boat and visit a family-run oyster farm. Hear stories from the farmer and savour oysters paired with sparkling wine in a serene setting.
ALL MONTHS

Organic wine and olive oil tasting at the Ipša estate
Enjoy a tasting of two premium olive oils and wines at the Ipša estate, paired with local charcuterie and a selection of cheeses, while learning about the host family’s story and production.
FEBRUARY - NOVEMBER

Homemade pasta workshop
Warm up the Istrian way with rakija and hot fritule, then join a local pasta-making workshop in Motovun. Learn the dough by hand and enjoy it with truffle spread and Malvasia.
ALL MONTHS
Explore sea adventures
Private tour

Private Tour on a Luxury Sports Yacht
Book your very own escape on the Adriatic, for a full day, half day or just a short trip. Set your own pace, swim in hidden bays and relax on a sleek luxury boat designed for comfort, freedom and effortless indulgence at sea.
JUNE - SEPTEMBER
Private tour

Private full-day tour to the Brijuni National Park
Sail towards the Brijuni islands and enjoy a serene blend of nature, open sea and quiet coves. This refined five-star experience is perfect for exploring, swimming and unwinding in total privacy.
JUNE - SEPTEMBER
Private tour

Luxury gourmet tour to the Lim Channel
Cruise to Lim Bay and enjoy a relaxed gourmet journey by sea. Discover stunning scenery, swim in calm waters and savour the essence of Istria in a magnificent five-star setting.
JUNE - SEPTEMBER
Private tour

Sunrise and sunset tours
Sail into sunset aboard a Faeton Moraga, watching dolphins glide through calm seas. Enjoy sparkling wine on deck as golden skies and gentle waves set a soothing Adriatic rhythm.
ALL MONTHS
Private tour

Cape Kamenjak snorkelling tour to the pirate cave
Head below the surface on a guided small-group sea adventure near Pula. Explore rocky coastal scenery, spot colourful underwater life and finish with a pirate treasure quest and prize.
JUNE - SEPTEMBER
Explore our other selected experiences
Private tour

Private gourmet hot air balloon ride over Istria
Take in Istria from the sky with luxury transfer, attentive crew and champagne during the flight. Watch the coast, hilltop towns and countryside unfold in a refined sky-high experience.
APRIL - OCTOBER

Off-road gourmet tour in Istria
Hop into a legendary Defender and discover Istria beyond the usual maps. Ride from Pazin to Hum and Kotle, with off-road trails, waterfalls, tastings and optional zip-lining over Pazin Cave.
MARCH - OCTOBER
Private tour

Tuna Hunt
Head out at dawn on your private Faeton Moraga boat for a true tuna hunt. Guided by an expert skipper, experience the thrill of open-sea fishing on this stellar outing made for anglers and adventurous groups.
ALL MONTHS

From the vineyard to the stars
Pair Istrian flavours with the wonders of the night sky on a tour that combines vineyard lunch, premium wine tasting and a visit to Višnjan Observatory for a memorable stargazing experience.
FEBRUARY - NOVEMBER
