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    The exterior of  Casa Milena, a restored 200-year-old stone home in Istria

    Live Istrian traditions in a restored 200-year-old stone house with locals

    Stay at four-star Casa Milena, explore Glagolitic heritage, and share meals with Istrian families

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    The Experience

    Step into the soul of Istria with a four-day stay at Casa Milena, a restored 200-year-old stone home. Explore Roč, the Glagolitic alley, and Hum—the world's smallest town—on a private guided journey through Glagolitic history. Meet local families, taste hemp delicacies and biska, and hear stories that reveal authentic village life. End the day with a home-cooked peka and traditional istrian "supa" (traditional istrian wine soup), paired with wine, in a setting rich with heritage. Exclusively for Mastercard cardholders.

     

    What's priceless

     

    Connecting with a culture so deeply that it transforms your own.

     

    The highlights

     

    • Stay at the four-star Casa Milena, a restored 200-year-old stone house
    • Explore Roč, the Glagolitic alley, and Hum with a private guide
    • Spend time with local families, taste hemp delicacies, and sip biska
    • Visit the Museum of Hum Aura and hear about Istrian distilling traditions
    • Enjoy a home-cooked dinner and wine with your hosts

    Details

    • Priceless experiences are reserved for Mastercard cardholders
    • Experience is valid for participants 18 years old or older
    • Experience is available from 29 September 2025 to 29 April 2026
    • Experience must be booked at least 1 month in advance
    • Experience is for a minimum of 2 and a maximum of 6 people
    • Guests should wear comfortable shoes for walking
    • Prices are listed for 2 to 6 people and include the local tourist tax
    • NOT INCLUDED: tour transfers for 3 or more persons, transfers to and from the airport, and lunch on Day 2
    • The itinerary:

     

    - Day 1 – Arrival

     

    Guests arrive at Casa Milena in the small village of Dolenja Nugla, near Roč and Hum. Upon arrival, hosts welcome you with a traditional Istrian drink, a basket of local goodies, and a story about the house and its offerings. Guests can enjoy free time for a self-guided walk "From Village to Village" using a map and instructions from the hosts. Overnight stay at the house.

     

    - Day 2 – Guided Cultural Journey

     

    Around 10 a.m., guests set off in their own private vehicle for an unforgettable journey into the heart of Istria, where history meets magical nature. A local guide, born and raised in the region, will meet you and reveal the secrets of Glagolitic script, sharing stories not found in tourist guides.

    The journey begins in Roč, the cradle of Glagolitic writing, where guests will see the Glagolitic alphabet, frescoes, and meet a local family to learn about their hemp-growing venture while tasting their wholesome products. The tour continues along the Glagolitic alley, a unique 7 km trail connecting Roč and Hum, featuring 11 monuments, each telling its own Glagolitic story.

    At the end of the trail, guests arrive in Hum, the smallest town in the world. With the guide, explore the town's streets, meet locals, and enjoy coffee or biska—a mistletoe brandy made with a secret family recipe—while learning the secret to happy living in Hum.

    The visit also includes the extraordinary Aura Hum Museum, a combination distillery and museum that tells the story of Hum and Istria in a unique way. Lunch can be arranged individually at "Konoba Hum." Free afternoon and evening.

     

    - Day 3 – Culinary Experience at Casa Milena

     

    After a leisurely morning for walking, meditation, or relaxation, the hosts prepare a delicious Istrian peka and traditional istrian "supa" (traditional istrian wine soup) at the house in the early evening. Guests enjoy local specialties, fine homemade wine, and convivial time with the hosts.

     

    - Day 4 – Departure

    Fine Print

    • Will be scheduled on a mutually agreeable date and time, based on partner's availability
    • This experience is non-refundable after scheduling is complete
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