Istria Tours & Trips
Ever heard of Istria? This Croatian peninsula between Venice and Slovenia gets overlooked, but it’s time to explore! Picture coastal towns like Rovinj, Poreč, and Pula, truffle hunting inland, wine tasting, and spotting Venetian architecture everywhere. Istria beats the Dalmatian Coast for fewer crowds and food focus, and you’ll see Croatian-Italian influences mixed uniquely. If you’re a food fan, add Istria to your list.
Excellent
- Choose from 42 Istria tours
- 23 verified reviews from TourRadar travelers
- 24/7 customer support
- M
Maja • traveled in December, 2025
Chiavalon olive oil tasting was delicious!Never knew olive oil could be this complex! Brought bottles home. Cycling through their groves afterwards connected the experience.Rovinj old town is amazing and sea is beautiful!
Istrian Odyssey: A Luxury Culinary Cycling Expedition Through Croatia’s Gourmet Peninsula - D
Daniel • traveled in January
THE DISCOVER CROATIA, SLOVENIA AND THE ADRIATIC TOUR WAS EXCELLENT. The tour manager, Mojca Zdesar was well organized, communicated very well and was very knowledgeable of the regions history and landscape. Everything was on time and the spots were wonderful. The trip includes beautiful seaside towns, old cities and palaces and a spectacular national park. The November trip(last of the season) had mild weather, cool nights and a couple rainy days but there are no lines at the most popular sites.
Discover Croatia, Slovenia and the Adriatic Coast (Ljubljana to Dubrovnik) (2026) - B
Bob • traveled in June
Our tour of Istria was quite amazing! Tour Radar and Fiore provided amazing support from start to finish. They spent time with us to get the bike fit right. They communicated and met us on time and with amazingly detailed cue sheets. The staff was super friendly, supportive and totally interested in our having the best experience. The accommodations were first rate. Food was also excellent. We've done a lot of organized bike tours, but this was our first self-guided tour....we'd do it again in a heartbeat!
Road cycling through Terra Magica
The best Istria tour packages
Compiled by
MelissaIstria travel expert at TourRadar
- Croatia, Mostar & Montenegro - 11 days
- Istrian Odyssey: A Luxury Culinary Cycling Expedition Through Croatia’s Gourmet Peninsula
- Discover Croatia, Slovenia and the Adriatic Coast (Ljubljana to Dubrovnik) (2026)
- Incredible Istria - 8 days
- Istrian Rooftops - from Zagreb
- Road cycling through Terra Magica
- Cycling from Trieste to Pula
- Escape to Pula 3 Days, Private Tour
- Istria - adventure holidays with children
- Beaches of Rovinj
Croatia, Mostar & Montenegro - 11 days
1 Review by TourRadar travelers“The route and each of the individual tours were excellent.”
Derek, traveled in April
Pula's 2000-year-old Roman Colosseum and Rovinj's vibrant architecture showcase Istria's diversity. Truffle tasting in medieval Motovun and stays in historic Opatija, a former Habsburg resort, enhance the experience. Expert English-speaking guides lead this comfort-level tour through Croatia's enchanting peninsula.
Duration 11 days Destinations Croatia, Bosnia, Montenegro Age Range Ages 15+ Operator On The Go Tours From $3,580
20% Off- US$2,864You save $716
Istrian Odyssey: A Luxury Culinary Cycling Expedition Through Croatia’s Gourmet Peninsula
13 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The views were beautiful and the whole area had such a relaxed vibe. Istria left a great impression on me.”
Mila, traveled in December
Daily rides of 40-65km take you through Istria's terraced vineyards producing Malvazija and Teran wines. Meneghetti Wine Hotel's 12-acre estate offers tastings of 14 varieties. You'll stay at Heritage Hotel Chersin in Fazana and Boutique Hotel Kastel atop Motovun's medieval walls (16+ only).
Duration 7 days Destinations Pula, Fazana, Rovinj, Motovun Age Range Ages 16+ Operator 1. Cycling Tours From
20% Off- US$3,670
Discover Croatia, Slovenia and the Adriatic Coast (Ljubljana to Dubrovnik) (2026)
3 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The trip includes beautiful seaside towns, old cities and palaces and a spectacular national park.”
Daniel, traveled in November
Liburnia Riviera Hotels in Opatija serve as base for this 14-day Istrian adventure. Local distillery visits, hilltop town exploration, and farm-to-table dining with regional wines create perfect cultural immersion. Total costs around $4,000.
Duration 12 days Destinations Ljubljana, Lake Bled, Novo Mesto, Opatija, Plitvice Lakes National Park, Split, Dubrovnik Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Collette From $4,199
10% Off- US$3,799You save $400
Porec's UNESCO basilica and Pula's Roman amphitheater anchor this Istrian adventure. A scenic cruise leads to beautiful Rovinj via Vrsar's harbor, while medieval Motovun offers hilltop charm. Seven nights in a 4-star hotel include half-board dining and expert-guided excursions.
Duration 8 days Destinations Porec, Rovinj, Pula, Motovun Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator On The Go Tours From $2,170
15% Off- US$1,845You save $326
Hum bills itself as the world's smallest town and makes for a fun photo stop. Later you'll walk Opatija's Franz Joseph Promenade, a 130-year-old seaside path where Mahler and Chekhov once wandered. The trip includes truffle hunting demos in Istria's countryside with local wine tastings.
Duration 4 days Destinations Zagreb, Opatija, Hum, Motovun, Rovinj, Pula, Vodnjan, Split Age Range Ages 16+ Operator Katarina Line From
15% Off- US$2,983
Road cycling through Terra Magica
1 Review by TourRadar travelers“The accommodations were first rate. Food was also excellent. We'd do it again in a heartbeat!”
Bob, traveled in June
Challenging 90km daily rides showcase Istria's diverse terrain. Routes lead through vineyards to medieval Motovun, artistic Grožnjan, and Višnjan's world-famous observatory. Selected 3-star hotels and daily breakfast included.
Duration 8 days Destinations Porec, Buje, Buzet, Labin, Pula, Rovinj Age Range Ages 18+ Operator Fiore Tours From
15% Off- US$1,285
Cycling from Trieste to Pula
1 Review by TourRadar travelers“All other hotels were very well chosen. They were nicely situated right were we wanted to be.”
Colette, traveled in September
Terraced vineyards and medieval towns dot the route from Motovun to Poreč. Cyclists pass through Kontija forest, visit Dvigrad's ruins, and taste local wines in Umag. Routes span 31-65km daily, with 3-star hotel stays and professional bike rentals from €90/week.
Duration 8 days Destinations Slovenia, Italy, Croatia Age Range Ages 18+ Operator Fiore Tours From
15% Off- US$1,193
