Hike the Green Plateau, Taste the Legendary Cheese
Journey to the sweeping green highlands of Vlašić Mountain, a place where stunning nature and rich culinary tradition are one and the same. This is the home of the famous Vlašić cheese, a protected national treasure, and this guided tour is your invitation to experience its story from the meadows to your plate.
You will hike across beautiful rolling hills and through peaceful forests, following the paths of shepherds who have tended their flocks here for centuries. The air is fresh, the views are expansive, and the destination is delicious. The highlight of our journey is a traditional lunch at a mountain lodge or shepherd’s hut, where you will taste the authentic, tangy Vlašić cheese right at its source. This is an adventure that will delight all your senses.
The Challenge: What to Expect
This is a moderate hike that is more about enjoyment than extreme challenge. The trails are well-defined and lead through gentle, rolling terrain, making it suitable for most people with a basic level of fitness. The focus is on soaking in the pastoral scenery and rewarding your efforts with fantastic local food.
Your adventure will include:
- A scenic guided hike across the beautiful Vlašić plateau.
- Learning about the centuries-old tradition of cheesemaking.
- A delicious, traditional lunch featuring an authentic Vlašić cheese tasting.
- A perfect blend of light physical activity and cultural gastronomy.
What We Provide
We handle all the arrangements for a perfect day of hiking and tasting.
- For the Tour: A professional local guide with a passion for the region’s nature and food.
- For Comfort: All necessary transport to and from the trailhead.
- For the Palate: A full, traditional lunch centered around the famous Vlašić cheese.
Included & Excluded
Included
- A professional and knowledgeable local guide.
- Transport to the trailhead and back.
- A traditional lunch with Vlašić cheese tasting.
Excluded
- Transport to the main meeting point (e.g., Travnik).
- Additional drinks or snacks.
- Personal hiking gear.
- Gratuities for your guide.
Tour Plan: A Step-by-Step Journey
Your Vlašić Hiking & Gastronomy Itinerary
A day designed for scenic walks and delicious rewards.
Your day begins by meeting your guide at a designated point. From there, we take a scenic drive up to the Vlašić mountain plateau, our starting point for the hike.
We begin our walk through the iconic rolling landscapes of Vlašić. Your guide will lead you on beautiful trails, sharing stories about the local way of life and the unique nature of the mountain.
We will arrive at a traditional mountain lodge or an authentic shepherd's settlement (katun). Here, you will sit down for a well-deserved lunch, the star of which is the original Vlašić cheese. Taste its unique flavor and learn what makes it so special.
After lunch, you will have some time to relax and enjoy the peaceful mountain atmosphere. Afterwards, we will take a gentle walk back to our transport for the return journey, arriving back at our starting point in the late afternoon.