Where?
When?
2

Where to?

Traveling when?

Select departure month

2026

Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec

2027

Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec

2028

Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec

Who is travelling?

Who is travelling?

AdultsAges 18 or above

2

ChildrenUnder 18

0
From
US $3,802 per person

Istrian Odyssey: A Luxury Culinary Cycling Expedition Through Croatia’s Gourmet Peninsula

7 days
Start and end in Pula
5.0
12 traveler reviews
From
US $3,802 per person

Price based on Cheapest Room

Price based on Shared Room

Price based on Private Single Room

Price based on Private Double Room

Select Date

Select departure month

2026

Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec

2027

Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec

2028

Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
1 Adult2 Adults, 1 Child2 Children

Who is travelling?

AdultsAges 18 or above

2

ChildrenUnder 18

0
Save and compare this adventure

Best price guarantee Learn More

Plan your adventure:
Bicycle
Pedal-powered journeys for two-wheeled explorers
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Medium Intensity
Travelers should be comfortable with somewhat-demanding activities
Guided in English
Group Size 2 - 18
Ages 16+
Image of a map showing the route of the tour

Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Pula to Fazana

    Start point
    Pula, Istria, Croatia (Airport)
    Meals
    Welcome Drinks and Appetizers (Traditional Croatian rakija, crisp Istrian Malvazija or robust Teran wine, paper-thin aged Istrian prosciutto, creamy local cheeses with golden olive oil, and delicate Adriatic anchovies)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Heritage Hotel Chersin 4*, Fazana)

    Included Activities

    • Welcome reception with traditional Croatian rakija and local wines
    • Meet expert local guides and fellow travelers
    • Comprehensive briefing of upcoming routes and culinary treasures

    Optional Activities

    • Stroll along Fazana's picturesque waterfront
    Landmarks
    Fazana
    Itinerary Image 1
  2. Day 2

    Fazana

    Meals
    Breakfast (Fresh Croatian pastries, local honey, seasonal fruits, and herb-infused scrambled eggs), Lunch (Fresh Adriatic catch drizzled with morning-tasted olive oil, traditional Istrian pasta with seasonal truffles, complemented by local wines from vineyards cycled through)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Heritage Hotel Chersin 4*, Fazana)

    Included Activities

    • Cycling tour through Istrian countryside (40 km, gentle rolling terrain)
    • Exclusive olive oil tasting at award-winning olive oil dynasty with 4000 olive trees across 8.5 hectares
    • Tasting of organic extra virgin olive oils featuring indigenous varieties (buzza, morazolla, bianchera)
    • Visit to Pula's Roman Amphitheater
    Landmarks
    Pula Roman Amphitheater
    Bale
    Vodnjan
  3. Day 3

    Fazana to Rovinj

    Meals
    Breakfast (At Heritage Hotel Chersin), Wine Tasting (Premium wine experience at Meneghetti Wine Hotel & Winery featuring 14 distinct Istrian varieties), Lunch (Farm-to-table lunch featuring estate-grown ingredients with exceptional estate wines at local rural restaurant)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Village Galijot Plava Laguna)

    Included Activities

    • Cycling tour to Rovinj (40 km, moderate coastal route)
    • Wine tasting at Meneghetti Wine Hotel & Winery featuring 14 distinct varieties with sommelier guidance
    • Farm-to-table lunch at local rural restaurant with estate wines

    Optional Activities

    • Swimming in crystalline Adriatic waters
    • Explore Rovinj's old town with winding cobblestone streets, artist studios, and vibrant waterfront cafés
    Landmarks
    Meneghetti Wine Hotel & Winery
    Rovinj Old Town
    Adriatic Sea
    Itinerary Image 1Itinerary Image 2
  4. Day 4

    Rovinj

    Meals
    Breakfast (Hearty Croatian breakfast at hotel featuring warm cheese burek, fresh fruit with golden honey, and strong espresso), Lunch (Traditional peka—slow-cooked lamb or veal with seasonal vegetables and aromatic herbs under traditional bell-shaped iron domes—paired with premium domestic wines (robust Istrian Teran or elegant Merlot))
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Village Galijot Plava Laguna)

    Included Activities

    • Cycling along Suncana Obala Grofa Hüterotta trail (40 km, varied terrain with coastal sections)
    • Explore Rovinj's old town with Venetian houses and St. Euphemia's Church
    • Traditional peka lunch with domestic wine

    Optional Activities

    • 30-minute horseback riding session through Istrian countryside
    Landmarks
    St. Euphemia's Church
    Suncana Obala Grofa Hüterotta Trail
  5. Day 5

    Rovinj to Motovun

    Meals
    Breakfast (At hotel in Rovinj featuring Mediterranean pastries, creamy yogurt with local honey, and aromatic coffee), Prosciutto Tasting (Renowned Istrian prosciutto tasting in Dvigrad's medieval ruins—paper-thin slices dry-cured with aromatic herbs), Lunch (Authentic Istrian cuisine at local restaurant featuring theatrical fish baked in salt crust, handmade pasta with seasonal vegetables, herb-perfumed grilled meats, and fresh morning-catch seafood)
    Accommodation
    Hotel ( Boutique Hotel Kastel, Motovun)

    Included Activities

    • Cycling through medieval Istrian villages and landscapes (40 km, moderate with some challenging sections)
    • Visit Dvigrad ruins
    • Prosciutto tasting in Dvigrad featuring paper-thin dry-cured Istrian prosciutto
    • Lunch at local restaurant featuring fish baked in salt crust, handmade pasta with seasonal vegetables, and fresh Adriatic seafood
    Landmarks
    Dvigrad Ruins
    Bale
    Svetvincenat
    Kanfanar
    Motovun
    Itinerary Image 1Itinerary Image 2Itinerary Image 3
  6. Day 6

    Motovun

    Meals
    Breakfast (At Boutique Hotel Kastel), Honey Tasting (Artisanal honey tasting in Livade showcasing diverse floral notes from Istria's varied ecosystems), Brunch (At Ponte Porton Dining featuring local restaurant specialties celebrating regional ingredients and traditional preparation methods)
    Accommodation
    Hotel ( Boutique Hotel Kastel, Motovun)

    Included Activities

    • Cycling along Parenzana Trail (42 km, relatively flat railway trail)
    • Honey tasting in Livade featuring diverse floral varieties
    • Brunch at local restaurant
    • Authentic truffle hunting experience with local hunters and trained truffle dogs
    • Truffle tasting menu showcasing black and white truffles in various preparations
    Landmarks
    Parenzana Trail
    Livade
    Grozenjan
    Mirna Valley
  7. Day 7

    Motovun to Pula

    End point
    Pula, Istria, Croatia (Airport)
    Meals
    Breakfast (Final breakfast at Boutique Hotel Kastel)
Want to read it later?

Download this tour’s PDF brochure and start tour planning offline

What's Included

Expand All
  • Accommodation
  • Guide
  • Meals
  • Additional Services
  • Transport
  • Free eSIM
    TourRadar offers the lead traveler (the person who booked) a free 1GB eSIM for the trip. The eSIM is redeemable only through the TourRadar app 72 hours before departure.
  • Optional Extras

What's Not Included

  • Flights
  • Insurance
  • Additional Services

Where You'll Stay

All accommodations are subject to change

Operated by

1. Cycling Tours

5.0
(44 reviews)

Number of tours

6

Age Range

14 to 99 years old

Response time

10 hours

Response rate

100%

1st Cycling specializes in intimate, luxury cycling experiences along...

Read more

Your Peace of Mind Options

Cancellation Policy

A transparent overview of applicable fees.

Travel Insurance

Be covered for any unforseen circumstances.

Traveler Reviews

5.0
Overall rating based on 12 Reviews
  • Itinerary
    5.0
  • Transport
    5.0
  • Guide
    4.9
  • Accommodation
    4.9
  • Food
    4.9
  • 5.0

Sort by

Most recent
Most popular
Highest first
Lowest first

Sort by

Most Recent
Most Popular
Highest First
Lowest First
  • Istrian Odyssey: A Luxury Culinary Cycling Expedition Through Croatia’s Gourmet Peninsula reviewer 1
    January 2nd, 2026
    5.0
    Parenzana trail cycling through old railway tunnels fascinating. Good condition path mostly flat. Perfect last day...
    Show more
    Traveled in May 2024
  • Istrian Odyssey: A Luxury Culinary Cycling Expedition Through Croatia’s Gourmet Peninsula reviewer 2
    December 31st, 2025
    5.0
    Motovun perched on that hilltop is stunning. The climb up worth it for views over Mirna Valley. Hotel Kastel there...
    Show more
    Traveled in August 2024
  • Istrian Odyssey: A Luxury Culinary Cycling Expedition Through Croatia’s Gourmet Peninsula reviewer 3
    December 31st, 2025
    5.0
    Chiavalon olive oil tasting was delicious!Never knew olive oil could be this complex! Brought bottles home. Cycling...
    Show more
    Traveled in April 2024
    Reply from: 1. Cycling Tours
    Thank you Maja!! I hope to see you again soon.
    Show more
  • V
    December 31st, 2025
    5.0
    Truffle hunting experience was incredible!Then tasting truffle pasta afterwards - heaven. The whole food focus made...
    Show more
    Traveled in May 2024
  • M
    December 22nd, 2025
    5.0
    Spending time along the Rovinj coast in Istria was one of my favorite parts. The views were beautiful and the whole...
    Show more
    Traveled in December 2025
  • L
    December 22nd, 2025
    5.0
    What I liked most was the overall feeling of traveling through Istria. Everything felt easy and natural, and I just...
    Show more
    Traveled in December 2025
    Reply from: 1. Cycling Tours
    Thank you Lovro!!
    Show more
  • L
    December 22nd, 2025
    5.0
    The accommodation and food during the Istria tour were really good. Everything was fresh and tasty, which was perfect...
    Show more
    Traveled in December 2025
  • N
    December 22nd, 2025
    5.0
    Region Istria is beautiful, especially for cycling. The tour is very good organised. I recomend it to visit old town...
    Show more
    Traveled in December 2025
  • H
    December 15th, 2025
    5.0
    My wife and I did this tour for our 5th anniversary and couldn't have chosen better. Istria is gorgeous - the hilltop...
    Show more
    Traveled in June 2025
    Reply from: 1. Cycling Tours
    Thank you, Hrvoje. We hope to see you again!!
    Show more
  • Istrian Odyssey: A Luxury Culinary Cycling Expedition Through Croatia’s Gourmet Peninsula reviewer 10
    December 15th, 2025
    5.0
    We're moderate cyclists and found the distances and terrain just right. Some challenging bits but nothing too...
    Show more
    Traveled in April 2025
    Reply from: 1. Cycling Tours
    Thank you, Bozidar!!
    Show more

Dates & Availability

Select departure month and travellers

Select Date

Select departure month

2026

Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec

2027

Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec

2028

Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
1 Adult2 Adults, 1 Child2 Children

Who is travelling?

AdultsAges 18 or above

2

ChildrenUnder 18

0
Upcoming departures
  • Instant Confirmation
    From Monday
    6 Apr, 2026
    To Sunday
    12 Apr, 2026
    English
    This departure date is available and will 100% depart
    Guaranteed departure
    From:
    US $3,921 per person
    Multiple Room Types
  • Instant Confirmation
    From Monday
    20 Apr, 2026
    To Sunday
    26 Apr, 2026
    English
    This departure date is available and will 100% depart
    Guaranteed departure
    From:
    US $3,921 per person
    Multiple Room Types
  • Instant Confirmation
    From Monday
    4 May, 2026
    To Sunday
    10 May, 2026
    English
    This departure date is available and will 100% depart
    Guaranteed departure
    From:
    US $3,921 per person
    Multiple Room Types
  • Instant Confirmation
    From Monday
    18 May, 2026
    To Sunday
    24 May, 2026
    English
    This departure date is available and will 100% depart
    Guaranteed departure
    From:
    US $4,278 per person
    Multiple Room Types
  • Instant Confirmation
    From Monday
    8 Jun, 2026
    To Sunday
    14 Jun, 2026
    English
    This departure date is available and will 100% depart
    Guaranteed departure
    From:
    US $4,278 per person
    Multiple Room Types
  • Instant Confirmation
    From Monday
    17 Aug, 2026
    To Sunday
    23 Aug, 2026
    English
    This departure date is available and will 100% depart
    Guaranteed departure
    From:
    US $4,278 per person
    Multiple Room Types
  • Instant Confirmation
    From Monday
    24 Aug, 2026
    To Sunday
    30 Aug, 2026
    English
    This departure date is available and will 100% depart
    Guaranteed departure
    From:
    US $4,278 per person
    Multiple Room Types
  • Instant Confirmation
    From Monday
    14 Sep, 2026
    To Sunday
    20 Sep, 2026
    English
    This departure date is available and will 100% depart
    Guaranteed departure
    From:
    US $4,634 per person
    Multiple Room Types
  • Instant Confirmation
    From Monday
    28 Sep, 2026
    To Sunday
    4 Oct, 2026
    English
    This departure date is available and will 100% depart
    Guaranteed departure
    From:
    US $4,634 per person
    Multiple Room Types
  • Instant Confirmation
    From Monday
    5 Apr, 2027
    To Sunday
    11 Apr, 2027
    English
    This departure date is available and will 100% depart
    Guaranteed departure
    From:
    US $3,921 per person
    Multiple Room Types
Want to read it later?

Download this tour’s PDF brochure and start tour planning offline

Why book with TourRadar?

    • Trusted and vetted operators
    • Rated excellent on
    • Best price guarantee
    • 24/7 customer support
    • Earn $50 in travel credits
    • Free eSim with every purchase

    To protect your payment and ensure your booking will be processed in United States, never transfer or communicate outside of the TourRadar website or app.

More benefits
Can’t find the answer to your question?
Reach out to the experts at 1. Cycling Tours with your enquiry, they usually respond within 10 hours.
From
US $3,802 per person

Price based on Cheapest Room

Price based on Shared Room

Price based on Private Single Room

Price based on Private Double Room

Select Date

Select departure month

2026

Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec

2027

Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec

2028

Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
1 Adult2 Adults, 1 Child2 Children

Who is travelling?

AdultsAges 18 or above

2

ChildrenUnder 18

0
Save and compare this adventure

Best price guarantee Learn More

Plan your adventure:

Good to Know

Tour ID: 310890

  • Currency
    Euro
    Croatia
  • Plugs & Adapters

  • Vaccines
    • These are only indications, so please visit your doctor before you travel to be 100% sure.
    • Hepatitis B - Recommended for Croatia. Ideally 2 months before travel.
    • Tick-borne encephalitis - Recommended for Croatia. Ideally 6 months before travel.
  • Visa
    • Unfortunately we cannot offer you a visa application service. Whether you need a visa or not depends on your nationality and where you wish to travel. Assuming your home country does not have a visa agreement with the country you're planning to visit, you will need to apply for a visa in advance of your scheduled departure.
    • Here is an indication for which countries you might need a visa. Please contact the local embassy for help applying for visas to these places.
  • Payment information
    • For any tour departing before April 14th, 2026 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after April 14th, 2026, a minimum payment of 20% is required to confirm your booking with 1. Cycling Tours. The final payment will be automatically charged to your credit card on the designated due date. The final payment of the remaining balance is required at least 60 days prior to the departure date of your tour. TourRadar never charges you a booking fee and will charge you in the stated currency.
    • Some departure dates and prices may vary and 1. Cycling Tours will contact you with any discrepancies before your booking is confirmed.
    • The following cards are accepted for "1. Cycling Tours" tours: Visa, Maestro, Mastercard, American Express or PayPal. TourRadar does NOT charge you an extra fee for using any of these payment methods.
  • Cancellation Policy
  • Accessibility
    Some tours are not suitable for mobility-restricted traveler, however, some operators may be able to accommodate special requests. For any enquiries, you can contact our customer support team, who are ready and waiting to help you.

Who is travelling?

AdultsAges 18 or above

2

ChildrenUnder 18

0

Select departure month

2026

Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec

2027

Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec

2028

Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec