Itinerary
- Intro
Introduction
- Day 1
Pula to Fazana
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 4* (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 - Day 2
Fazana
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 4* (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 - Day 3
Fazana to Rovinj
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 4* (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 - Day 4
Rovinj
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 4* (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 - Day 5
Rovinj to Motovun
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 3* ( 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 - Day 6
Motovun
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 3* ( 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 - Day 7
Motovun to Pula
Motovun to Pula- End point
- Pula, Istria, Croatia (Airport)
- Meals
- Breakfast (Final breakfast at Boutique Hotel Kastel)
