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![Summer Tour of Lake Bled with Bled Castle and Boat Ride](https://images.musement.com/cover/0144/09/thumb_14308288_cover_header.jpeg?w=540)
Summer Tour of Lake Bled with Bled Castle and Boat Ride
Slovenia is easily accessible from Istria. And this tour explores one of its most picture-postcard areas – Lake Bled, with its emerald-coloured waters and turreted castle framed against the backdrop of the Julian Alps.
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![Sunset Dolphin Watching Cruise from Poreč](https://images.musement.com/cover/0163/89/thumb_16288853_cover_header.jpg?w=540)
Sunset Dolphin Watching Cruise from Poreč
Take your holiday to the next level on a sunset dolphin-watching cruise, a top activity to do in Croatia. Set off from Poreč and you'll sail along the Istrian coast on the search for dolphins. With luck, you'll see these incredible creatures at play in their natural habitat. As the day draws to a close, grab a drink on deck, all against the backdrop of a breathtaking sunset. .
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![Natural wonders of Plitvice Lakes](https://images.musement.com/cover/0144/09/thumb_14308337_cover_header.jpeg?w=540)
Natural wonders of Plitvice Lakes
Croatia boasts some of the most beautiful parklands in Europe. Take a full day to explore the amazing Plitvice Lakes National Park, an unspoilt nature sanctuary with cascading waterfalls and a myriad of lakes that are accessible via kilometres of wooden walkways.
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Popular experiences in Istria
![Ancient Istria Tour from Poreč including Rovinj, Pula and Lunch in Gržini](https://images.musement.com/cover/0154/92/thumb_15391574_cover_header.jpg?w=540)
Istria - Ancient Istria Tour from Poreč including Rovinj, Pula and Lunch in Gržini
Istria is a melting pot of cultures where historic towns and delicious dishes vie for your attention. This full-day tour takes in some of its star turns, including Rovinj, Grzini and Pula. You'll also tuck in to a lunch of tasty local specialities.
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4.6/5
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![Ancient Istria Tour from Pula including Bale, Rovinj and Poreč](https://images.musement.com/cover/0153/37/thumb_15236002_cover_header.jpg?w=540)
Istria - Ancient Istria Tour from Pula including Bale, Rovinj and Poreč
Istria is an enticing mix of ancient seaside towns, vine-clad countryside and hilltop villages. Island views, good wine and delicious dishes vie for your attention. This full-day tour takes in some of Istria's star turns, including the historic village of Bale and the seaside gems of Rovinj and Poreč. You'll also tuck into a tasty lunch at a countryside restaurant in Grzini. Mauro, one of our expert local guides, says, ‘We pack lots in on this tour. From traditional Batana fishing boats bobbing at the port in Rovinj to enjoying some typical dishes of Central Istria, plus the Byzantine Basilica in Poreč, you'll get a true insight into our region.'Your adventure kicks off in Bale, a hilltop village of narrow cobbled alleys lined with medieval stone houses and Venetian palaces and churches. Wander the mazy old town before heading to Rovinj on the Adriatic coast, where the Venetian influence is everywhere. Occupying an egg-shaped peninsula, it's a treasure trove of winding streets that lead to the baroque Church of St Euphemia, whose slender belfry dominates the skyline.Then it's time to make our way to the hamlet of Grzini to feast on a typical Istrian lunch in the countryside, and after your meal we'll swing back to the coast to explore Poreč. This ancient town on a headland is now as famed for its modern bars and clubs as its Euphrasian Basilica, one of the most beautifully preserved monuments of Early Byzantine art in the whole of the Mediterranean, and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
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![Ancient Istria Tour from Rovinj including Pula and Lunch](https://images.musement.com/cover/0154/92/thumb_15391562_cover_header.jpg?w=540)
Istria - Ancient Istria Tour from Rovinj including Pula and Lunch
At the crossroads between Latin and Slavic Europe, Istria offers up the best of both worlds. It packs a lot into its small territory, so this tour shows off the best bits – rustic villages, Roman ruins, Byzantine basilicas and a taste of its world-class food scene. You'll visit Pula, Gržini and Poreč, enjoying scenic landscapes between stops. Karla, one of our expert local guides, says, ‘You'll get to see a side of Istria that most visitors miss when you visit Gržini village for a homemade lunch. You'll taste maneštra – a traditional Istrian country dish – and drink malvazija, the ‘queen' of Istrian wines, in a farm-to-table restaurant.'Kick off the day in Pula, spread around a bay in the south of the peninsula. This storied town is home to a well-preserved Roman amphitheatre, where you'll get shown around by centurions. But that's just the tip of the iceberg – Pula boasts a wealth of ancient relics. Must-sees include the Temple of Augustus and the triumphal arch, while there are also Byzantine and baroque churches as well as a Habsburg fortress.Next, we'll head inland to the hamlet of Gržini for a traditional Istrian lunch, washed down with local wine, before returning to the coast to explore Poreč. Set on a compact headland, we'll walk the old Roman streets of Decumanus and Cardo Maximus up to the most important monument in town – the Euphrasian basilica, one of the most beautifully preserved monuments of early Byzantine art in the Mediterranean, and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
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![Summer Tour of Lake Bled with Bled Castle and Boat Ride](https://images.musement.com/cover/0144/09/thumb_14308288_cover_header.jpeg?w=540)
Istria - Summer Tour of Lake Bled with Bled Castle and Boat Ride
Slovenia is easily accessible from Istria. And this tour explores one of its most picture-postcard areas – Lake Bled, with its emerald-coloured waters and turreted castle framed against the backdrop of the Julian Alps.
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![Motovun and Flavours of Istria](https://images.musement.com/cover/0153/37/thumb_15236149_cover_header.jpg?w=540)
Istria - Motovun and Flavours of Istria
Like something out of a fairytale, Motovun is the sort of town you dream of eloping to. Alleys of stone houses laden with art galleries and cafés are packed either side of robust Venetian walls – you'll love it. And while it's the undoubted star of this half-day tour, you'll also discover the greener than green Istria countryside.
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![Kvarner Bay Tour with Opatija, Lovran and Local Specialties](https://images.musement.com/cover/0159/73/thumb_15872628_cover_header.jpg?w=540)
Istria - Kvarner Bay Tour with Opatija, Lovran and Local Specialties
The coastline of Kvarner Bay is peppered with beautiful towns and historic locations. On this tour, you'll visit two of its most eye-catching spots – the hilltop fort of Mošćenice and the cosmopolitan seaside resort of Opatija.
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![Istrian Coast Boat Cruise with BBQ from Poreč](https://images.musement.com/cover/0153/37/thumb_15236197_cover_header.jpg?w=540)
Istria - Istrian Coast Boat Cruise with BBQ from Poreč
Blue seas, green scenery, rugged cliffs and craggy coastline, Croatia's Istria boasts an enchanting landscape to admire on this boat trip. You'll cruise through the magical Lim Fjord to swim in Vrsar, anchor up in Rovinj to take a look around this pretty seaside village and spend the day sunning yourself on deck. It's idyllic to a T.
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![Istrian Hilltop Villages Tour with Local Speciality Tasting](https://images.musement.com/cover/0159/97/thumb_15896167_cover_header.jpg?w=540)
Istria - Istrian Hilltop Villages Tour with Local Speciality Tasting
Legend has it that the Mirna valley was once home to giants so tall, they could build settlements with their own hands. Welcome to the green Istrian hills – a place of mythical beauty that you'll explore on this half-day tour to Groznjan and Oprtalj.
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![Natural wonders of Plitvice Lakes](https://images.musement.com/cover/0144/09/thumb_14308337_cover_header.jpeg?w=540)
Istria - Natural wonders of Plitvice Lakes
Croatia boasts some of the most beautiful parklands in Europe. Take a full day to explore the amazing Plitvice Lakes National Park, an unspoilt nature sanctuary with cascading waterfalls and a myriad of lakes that are accessible via kilometres of wooden walkways.
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![Premium Wine Tasting experience](https://images.musement.com/cover/0165/18/thumb_16417499_cover_header.jpg?w=540)
Istria - Premium Wine Tasting experience
Experience the charm of Istria with our exclusive afternoon trip to Winery Baćac. You'll tour the winery to get the lowdown on their production processes, and then raise a glass or two to celebrate their dedication and passion.With nearly 10 acres of vineyards, Winery Baćac is celebrated for its sweet Muškat, dry Malvazija and hearty Merlot. Tour the winery, and it's cellar, learning all about harvesting, processing and cultivating wine. Perfect for vino lovers, your visit also includes a guided tasting session where you'll sample a variety of fine wines. As you savour each sip, you'll enjoy perfectly paired local prosciutto and cheese, enhancing every flavour note. And to top it off, as you relax with your wine, the soothing sounds of live music create the perfect backdrop for a great afternoon out in Istria.
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![Sunset Safari Dolphin Tour on Boat Tajana from Medulin](https://images.musement.com/cover/0153/44/thumb_15243294_cover_header.jpg?w=540)
Istria - Sunset Safari Dolphin Tour on Boat Tajana from Medulin
Combine a sunset cruise with a dolphin-watching expedition in Croatia. First, you'll sail along the Istrian coast and search for dolphins around the Medulin archipelago. With luck, you'll see these incredible creatures at play in their natural habitat. Then, enjoy dinner and drinks on board as the sun sinks beyond the horizon. It's one magical holiday experience.
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![BBQ Boat Cruise from Medulin Tajana](https://images.musement.com/cover/0153/53/thumb_15252826_cover_header.jpg?w=540)
Istria - BBQ Boat Cruise from Medulin Tajana
Experience an island-hopping boat trip on the Medulin Riviera and take in some of the most beautiful coastal scenery in Istria. As well as the sandy island of Levan, you'll also pitch up at Kamenjak Protected Nature Area– a wild and rugged peninsula famous for its clean waters and cliff divers.It's stunning scenery right from the go as we sail out of Medulin harbour. Gently gliding for an hour towards Kamenjak, you'll be able to relax on board as you savour the beauty of the coastline. Your captain will drop anchor at this protected nature reserve. The cliffs here are honeycombed with caves, and guides will lead you in, if you fancy swimming inside one of them.Once you've dried off, we'll sail to Porer, a circular islet that's smaller than a football pitch and topped with a lighthouse. Meat and fresh fish are barbecued up on the boat for lunch, and once we've eaten, we'll pull up on the island of Levan for a couple of hours' sunbathing and swimming. Utter bliss.
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![Central Istria off-road adventure with wine and food tastings](https://images.musement.com/cover/0163/60/thumb_16259490_cover_header.jpg?w=540)
Istria - Central Istria off-road adventure with wine and food tastings
Book this experience to enjoy an off-road adventure in Istria and taste delicious local foodies
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![Explore Pula on your own](https://images.musement.com/cover/0159/66/thumb_15865069_cover_header.jpg?w=540)
Istria - Explore Pula on your own
Pula's romantic atmosphere is palpable. Walking through the ancient cobblestone streets makes it impossible not to be captivated by the beauty of Pula's rich cultural heritage. The Augustus Templum stands tall, a testament to the city's illustrious past, while the Twin Gates are a testament to the town's past glory. Music drifts through the air, inviting visitors to come and join in the fun on open-air terraces where you can soak up the warm Mediterranean climate and a glass of fine Istrian wine. But it's the iconic Roman amphitheatre Arena that truly takes the cake. Built over 2,000 years ago, this magnificent structure is a testament to the ingenuity and skill of ancient engineers.Today, it remains a beloved symbol of the city, drawing visitors from all over the world to marvel at its grandeur and splendour. Whether you choose to explore Pula's rich history and culture or tuck into its delicious cuisine and lively nightlife, this city is sure to leave you with a lasting impression.
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![Rovinj by night from Medulin](https://images.musement.com/cover/0159/66/thumb_15865071_cover_header.jpg?w=540)
Istria - Rovinj by night from Medulin
Nestled on Croatia's pristine west coast, Rovinj boasts picturesque scenery and a romance-infused atmosphere. Get an exclusive evening tour and get to know the town's hidden secrets. With its sea-breezed cobbled streets, 22 cosy islets and finely-tuned parks, the town is ideal for your Mediterranean getaway.Take a step back in time as you meander through the old town. Friendly locals and seasonal events light up Rovinj mixing traditions and modern vibes into an exquisite blend.From the Church of St. Euphemia – a favourite gathering place of artists from around the world – to its sophisticated and cultured nightlife where excellent restaurants and wine bars are on tap, Rovinj is a spellbinding town waiting for you to be discovered.
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![Unforgettable Venice from Porec without Transfer](https://images.musement.com/cover/0163/75/thumb_16274185_cover_header.jpg?w=540)
Istria - Unforgettable Venice from Porec without Transfer
Built on more than 100 islands, Venice is famed for its network of dusky-blue canals, lined with elaborate architecture and criss-crossed by beautiful stone bridges. And this day trip from Istria to Venice sees you crossing the Adriatic Sea by boat for a chance to explore with free time in this romantic Italian city.You'll arrive in style into San Basilio pier, right in the heart of Venice, to begin your discovery of 'La Serenissima.' As you wander through this fabled place, there's plenty of time to spot some of the city's highlights. Don't miss the legendary St Mark's Square – a piazza dominated by the beautiful Byzantine basilica of St Mark and its belfry.Maybe take a gondola ride, find as many bridges as you can and dip in and out of classic eateries – there's loads to do here. You'll make your own way to the port to leave Venice in the early evening and return to Croatia having seen one of Italy's top cities.
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![Unforgettable Venice from Pula with Transfer](https://images.musement.com/cover/0163/75/thumb_16274203_cover_header.jpg?w=540)
Istria - Unforgettable Venice from Pula with Transfer
Built on more than 100 islands, Venice is famed for its network of dusky-blue canals, lined with elaborate architecture and criss-crossed by beautiful stone bridges. And this day trip from Istria to Venice sees you crossing the Adriatic Sea by boat for a chance to explore with free time in this romantic Italian city.You'll arrive in style into San Basilio pier, right in the heart of Venice, to begin your discovery of 'La Serenissima.' As you wander through this fabled place, there's plenty of time to spot some of the city's highlights. Don't miss the legendary St Mark's Square – a piazza dominated by the beautiful Byzantine basilica of St Mark and its belfry.Maybe take a gondola ride, find as many bridges as you can and dip in and out of classic eateries – there's loads to do here. You'll make your own way to the port to leave Venice in the early evening and return to Croatia having seen one of Italy's top cities.
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![2-hour dolphins and panorama sailing experience from Poreč](https://images.musement.com/cover/0155/53/thumb_15452354_cover_header.jpg?w=540)
Poreč - 2-hour dolphins and panorama sailing experience from Poreč
Enjoy a 2-hour sailing boat tour in the west coast of Istria, admire the view of the Poreč riviera from the sea and give yourself an opportunity to meet dolphins.
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![Unforgettable Venice from Porec with Transfer](https://images.musement.com/cover/0163/75/thumb_16274183_cover_header.jpg?w=540)
Istria - Unforgettable Venice from Porec with Transfer
Built on more than 100 islands, Venice is famed for its network of dusky-blue canals, lined with elaborate architecture and criss-crossed by beautiful stone bridges. And this day trip from Istria to Venice sees you crossing the Adriatic Sea by boat for a chance to explore with free time in this romantic Italian city.You'll arrive in style into San Basilio pier, right in the heart of Venice, to begin your discovery of 'La Serenissima.' As you wander through this fabled place, there's plenty of time to spot some of the city's highlights. Don't miss the legendary St Mark's Square – a piazza dominated by the beautiful Byzantine basilica of St Mark and its belfry.Maybe take a gondola ride, find as many bridges as you can and dip in and out of classic eateries – there's loads to do here. You'll make your own way to the port to leave Venice in the early evening and return to Croatia having seen one of Italy's top cities.
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![Unforgettable Venice from Rovinj without Transfer](https://images.musement.com/cover/0163/75/thumb_16274449_cover_header.jpg?w=540)
Istria - Unforgettable Venice from Rovinj without Transfer
Built on more than 100 islands, Venice is famed for its network of dusky-blue canals, lined with elaborate architecture and criss-crossed by beautiful stone bridges. And this day trip from Istria to Venice sees you crossing the Adriatic Sea by boat for a chance to explore with free time in this romantic Italian city.You'll arrive in style into San Basilio pier, right in the heart of Venice, to begin your discovery of 'La Serenissima.' As you wander through this fabled place, there's plenty of time to spot some of the city's highlights. Don't miss the legendary St Mark's Square – a piazza dominated by the beautiful Byzantine basilica of St Mark and its belfry.Maybe take a gondola ride, find as many bridges as you can and dip in and out of classic eateries – there's loads to do here. You'll make your own way to the port to leave Venice in the early evening and return to Croatia having seen one of Italy's top cities.
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