Pag Tour - Cheese Tasting, Salt Pans, Olive Tree Fields - from Zadar

Duration: 8 hours

Moderate Activity


Begin your journey with a guided walk through the historic center of Pag. Learn why the island has almost no trees and how the bora wind, salt, and stone have shaped local life and gastronomy. 

Visit Pag's Lace Gallery – Lace gallery in the heart of Pag (Trg Petra Krešimira IV) where visitors can see examples of traditional Pag lace and learn about the craft. Enjoy some free time for a short coffee break.  

Next, visit the traditional salt pans and hear about how sea salt is harvested and why Pag salt is special. Discover the role of salt in local agriculture and cuisine, and have the opportunity to purchase local salt products.  

Continue to a local cheese dairy and learn about Pag cheese production. Find out how salt and wind affect the milk and flavor, and enjoy a cheese tasting with the opportunity to buy authentic Pag cheese.  Learn about Pag sheep, which roam freely across the island, feeding on aromatic herbs naturally covered with sea salt. Hear how this unique diet results in rich, flavorful milk used for Pag cheese and the highly prized Pag lamb, considered a local delicacy. Your guide explains traditional sheep breeding and its importance to the island’s identity. 

 Conclude your tour in the remarkable olive groves of Lun. See olive trees over 1,000 years old and take a gentle walk through the reserve, enjoying the peaceful natural setting that completes the story of Pag.


Itinerary highlights

  • Discover the unique culture and heritage of Pag Island on a guided tour
  • Visit the traditional salt pans and learn about the salt production process
  • Taste authentic Pag cheese at a local dairy and learn about its production
  • Explore the ancient olive groves of Lun and see trees over 1,000 years old
  • Learn about the island’s free-roaming sheep and their impact on local life

What’s included

  • Organized transportation
  • Licensed tour guide, guided tour throughout the day
  • Visit to the salt pans
  • Visit to one cheese dairy with tasting
  • Learn about the island’s free-roaming sheep and their impact on local life

What’s not included

  • Personal purchases (cheese, salt, souvenirs)
  • Lunch

Who this experience is for

  • Nature lovers and photography enthusiasts
  • Travelers seeking authentic, non-crowded experiences

Practical information

  • Duration: Full day
  • Walking: Easy to moderate, suitable for most fitness levels
  • Transport: Air-conditioned bus
  • Please bring: Comfortable shoes, water, sun protection, weather-appropriate clothing

Experience the island of Pag as it was meant to be discovered — quiet, authentic, and deeply scenic.

Book this day trip and enjoy a side of Croatia that few tour buses reach.




📌 MINI FAQ

Is this tour suitable for children?
Yes. The tour involves easy to moderate walking and is suitable for children who are comfortable with a full-day excursion.

How much walking is involved?
Walking is easy to moderate, with several short walks at natural and cultural sites. No strenuous hiking is required.

Is lunch included?
No, but local product tasting is. There is plenty of options for a quick lunch at the Pag Old Town during free time.

Are entrance fees included?
All entrance fees are included.

What should I wear or bring?
Comfortable walking shoes, water, sun protection, and weather-appropriate clothing are recommended.

Is this a small-group tour?
Yes. This experience is operated in a small group to ensure a relaxed pace and a more personal experience.





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