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!
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)
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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)
- Istrian Rooftops - from Zagreb
- Escape to Pula 3 Days, Private Tour
- Incredible Istria - 8 days
- Cycling from Trieste to Pula
- Road cycling through Terra Magica
- Istria - the wine route
- Istria - adventure holidays with children
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 $3,540
20% Off- US$2,832You save $708
Istrian Odyssey: A Luxury Culinary Cycling Expedition Through Croatia’s Gourmet Peninsula
13 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Parenzana trail cycling through old railway tunnels fascinating. Food was perfect!”
Petra, traveled in May
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$3,642
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, Bled, Novo Mesto, Opatija, Groznjan, Plitvice Lakes National Park, Split, Trogir, DubrovnikSee all destinations Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Collette From $4,199
10% Off- US$3,799You save $400
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
10% Off- US$2,960
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 $347
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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 $2,145
15% Off- US$1,823You save $322
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$1,184
