Istria Bike and Boat

During the day arrive to the town of Omišalj, a charming position on the island of Krk. You can check in from around 2pm. We start of first cruise to Cres once all have made themselves comfortable. If the weather is good, we stop in a beautiful bay where you can take a swim.  Our destination is the island capital of the same name, where we dock for the first night. The Venetian-influenced old town of Cres, with its beautiful alleys and many churches, entices you to take an extensive evening stroll.

After breakfast, we first adjust our bikes in the idyllic harbor of Cres and take a first bike ride towards the lighthouse. Afterwards, we take a cruise a little further to historic town of Pula at the southern tip of the region of Istria. Here we have a guided tour of the old town. The secret capital of Istria awaits us with impressive evidence of its Roman past. Take your time to explore impressive ancient monuments, such as the famous amphitheater reminiscent of the Colosseum in Rome, the Temple of Augustus, and the Golden Gate.

In the morning we explore some picturesque places in and around Pula. We cycle via Galizana and Vodnjan and then further to the fishing village Fazana. Then we cycle back to Pula. Once on board, the boat sails to Vrsar a little further north. There is even the chance for a swim break at the Limski Fjord. In Vrsar, where you will spend the night, the heartbreaker Casanova is believed to have sought temporary refuge from the husbands of his lovers.

Today we cycle along the Limski Canal to Kloštar in the rural landscape. During a longer break we fortify ourselves with a local meal before the tour continues onwards to the destination of Poreč. In the afternoon, we encounter the colourful history of Poreč at every turn as we walk through the charming old town with its beautiful buildings from bygone eras. There is a real energy to be felt in the shopping alleys. A visit to the famous Euphrasius Basilica with its magnificent early Christian mosaics is a must.

After breakfast we set out on our bikes along the “Parenzana”, an abandoned railroad line, which leads us to the famous artists’ village of Groznjan. The picturesque artists’ village is a medieval jewel in the Istrian countryside. Admire its romantic alleys, flower-filled squares and diverse galleries that have made their home in old natural stone houses. Laster that afternoon, we cycle through countryside via Buje to Novigrad, where we hop on board, with the chance for a quick swimming break, before continuing onwards to Rovinj for our overnight stay.

Our today takes us beside the coast, mostly on natural forest paths to Fažana. Fažana has a quaint little harbour and a promenade lined picturesque colorful houses. Afterwards, we continue to Pula, where our boat will take us on a longer crossing to Rabac. Here, located on a picturesque bay on the east coast of Istria, we can enjoy gorgeous white pebble beaches, crystal clear waters and a beautiful harbour.

In the early morning, we sail to the island of Krk, where our last cycle tour takes us. The route will lead us from Njivice to Omišalj. The largest island in Croatia and home of the delicious Zlahtina white wine impresses with its diverse landscapes. Don’t miss the opportunity to cover yourself in the mineral rich mud in the bay of Soline – it will not only leave you looking ten years younger, but also makes for a wonderful holiday memory! Back in the harbour of Omišalj, our boat awaits us with a delicious last evening meal on board which can be spent in great cheer in the company of the fellow travelers, crew and guides.

After breakfast disembarkation around 9 am.