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.
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Derek • traveled in May, 2026
Croatia, Mostar & Montenegro - 11 days was a wonderful tour. Our local guide for the tour, Hrvoje, was an absolute treasure. He appeared to be very knowledgeble of the history, culture and current day issues of each of locations we visited, often offering solid advise and commetary to our small group of 20. Most of all he was very attentive to each of the goups needs and quietly solve all problems behind the scenes. The route and each of the individual tours were excellent. A lot jammed into 11 days but in no way was it overwelming or 'too much.' Perhaps one of the highlights of the tour was the perfect size of our group - 20 in total. We're not fans of touring with big crowds. So the size of this tour made it pleasant, relaxing and lots of fum with the grear friendship we made with the other 9 couples. Definitely real decent value for the cost. Five star rarting definely.
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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!
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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)
The best Istria tour packages
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- 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)
- Escape to Pula 3 Days, Private Tour
- Incredible Istria - 8 days
- Cycle the wine roads of Istria
- Walking adventure through green Istria - Long tour
- Trans MTB Istria | Mountain Biking Magic Istrian Peninsula | Croatia
- Istrian Rooftops - from Zagreb
- Istria Unfiltered – A Self-Guided Cycling Journey Through Croatia's Gourmet Peninsula
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 $3,555
20% Off- US$2,844You save $711
Istrian Odyssey: A Luxury Culinary Cycling Expedition Through Croatia’s Gourmet Peninsula
13 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Chiavalon olive oil tasting was delicious! Never knew olive oil could be this complex.”
Maja, traveled in April
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$3,701
Discover Croatia, Slovenia and the Adriatic Coast (Ljubljana to Dubrovnik) (2026)
4 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
Roman heritage comes alive from Hotel Pula or Hotel Pula City Center. The 1st-century Pula Arena amphitheater stands remarkably preserved, while optional guided tours lead to Poreč's Euphrasian Basilica and Hum, Europe's smallest city. Private transfers and daily breakfast included.
Duration 3 days Destinations Pula Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Gulliver Travel From $353
15% Off- US$300You save $53
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 $2,155
15% Off- US$1,832You save $323
Cycle the wine roads of Istria
1 Review by TourRadar travelers“we really loved what we saw of Istria, very green countryside, old villages, vineyards, olive trees and beautiful blue sea!”
james, traveled in June
Medieval Buje to coastal Rovinj unfolds through Istria's wine country. Višnjan offers Malvasia tasting, Motovun Forest promises truffle hunting, and Grožnjan's artist studios inspire creativity. Seven nights in 3-star hotels include daily breakfast, with 35km average routes through vineyards and hilltop towns.
Duration 8 days Destinations Istria, Buje, Brtonigla, Savudrija, Umag, Novigrad, Groznjan, Oprtalj, Livade, MotovunSee all destinations Age Range Ages 14+ Operator Fiore Tours From
15% Off- US$1,122
Walking adventure through green Istria - Long tour
1 Review by TourRadar travelers“The trail for each day covered varied and different terrain- no 2 days were the same. The lodging was also varied and of consistent quality.”
Kathryn, traveled in June
An 8-day trek connects Buje to Lovran through Istria's heart. Medieval Motovun, world's smallest town Hum, and Učka Nature Park highlight the route. Casa la Parenzana and other selected hotels offer bases for enjoying local wines and traditional Istrian cuisine.
Duration 8 days Destinations Istria, Buje, Brtonigla, Groznjan, Livade, Motovun, Oprtalj, Sveta Lucija, Buzet, HumSee all destinations Age Range Ages 18+ Operator Fiore Tours From
15% Off- US$1,435
