Porec to Rovinj

Explore hilltop towns, taste truffles, visit UNESCO spots and sit down for a lunch in our favorite local restaurant. All the best things to do in Istria in only 1 day. Discover the UNESCO site, Euphrasian Basilica in Poreč, continue to the medieval town, Grožnjan, famous for its artists, and end up in the most famous hilltop town of Motovun. Enjoy lunch and truffle tasting with amazing views from the city walls.

From black truffles to wine and olive oil, Istria’s a delicious place to visit, but some of the region’s most intriguing flavors are found in remote villages hidden by a maze of winding roads. Let someone else do the driving and navigating as you explore three Istrian villages on a gourmet tour with a long list of tastings; you’ll discover local flavors alongside historic architecture, culture, and gorgeous landscapes.

Ready for a day sea trip from Poreč to Rovinj? Enjoy an amazing view of the west coast of Istria and then a romantic walk through Rovinj. You'll be able to enjoy a delicious lunch on board just after visiting Rovinj and then in the afternoon, we will make a stop at Limski Kanal* where we will visit the Pirate cave and we will spend the rest of the time swimming! *in preseason and postseason we are stopping in Vrsar because it's too cold to swim :)

Travel into the Istrian countryside to taste the local agricultural products on this day trip from Pula. With a guide in the lead and all transportation provided, visit the 11th-century town of Motovun for views and truffle-tasting. Head to a distillery perched on the banks of the River Mirna to learn the traditional methods for making jams, cookies, and chocolate made with herbs from the surrounding mountains.

Discover botanical gardens, aristocratic villas, and charming promenades on this 7-hour trip to the elegant city of Opatija and its surrounding area. You'll save time organizing transport by having round-trip transfers included, and you'll get to visit smaller rural sites such as the fortified hilltop town of Mošćenice. Another highlight is a trip to Plomin village which has a stunning Old Town, and offers great views of Kvarner Bay.

Croatia has a long and rich history tied to both land and sea. Most visitors spend all their time enjoying the beaches, but they're missing out. Explore the Istrian Hills during this half-day walking/driving tour and discover the bohemian Croatia from folklore and legend. Sample authentic delicacies and take in spectacular sites of ancient cities perched atop even older hills.

See Croatia from one of the coolest vantage points—the water—without having to rent a boat and navigate the sea the alone. Along with bus pickup from select Porec hotels, this barbecue boat cruise also includes a lunch and drink, as well as free time to snorkel, swim, or sunbathe.

Stray from the beaten path and discover a side of Croatia that most first-time visitors miss on a day trip to Rovinj and Pula—two historic settlements known as Croatia's equivalents to Venice and Rome. You'll explore each town on foot for a more intimate glimpse into the areas, and listen to stories and history that you're unlikely to find in the guidebook. Plus, hassle-free hotel pickup and drop-off are included.

Spend a day at sea, hopping the islands of the Brijuni archipelago aboard your own private boat. Bookable for your personal group of up to 12 people, the cruise offers a relaxing way for you to spend time with family and friends amid a backdrop of island scenery. Food and drinks are available as you cruise, and snorkel equipment is available for your time in the sea.

Discover the beautiful Istrian coast by taking a day trip with our beautiful wooden boat. You will have the opportunity to visit the romantic Rovinj, stroll through its streets, admire the Lim fjord Natural Park and see the pirate cave, visit Vrsar or take a dip on the beach to cool off. On board during the journey you will be served with a fish or meat or vegetarian lunch with wine and aqua. The guide on board will explain the most interesting things you will see

Immerse yourself in Porec's architecture, culture and history and follow the footsteps of Casanova through the romantic streets of Vrsar. Enjoy local products and experience the taste of Istria during a wine tasting at a family estate and an olive oil tasting between olive groves. The day ends with a gin tasting at a local, multi-award-winning gin distillery.

Enjoy a day of visiting the main features of coastal and inland Istria. Join me in discovering the amazing history, culture and local life of the hilltop towns of Motovun, Groznjan and the beautiful coastal town of Poreč. Learn about the differences of living on the coast vs hinterland, notice the differences in food, local customs and people. We will visit one of the main truffle producers so you can taste the magical ingredient that has marked the gastronomy of the Istrian hinterland. Among the beautiful views of the land and the sea we are going to have lunch in a local inn (konoba) where the food comes directly from the owner's garden. (Lunch is not included in the price of the tour) We are going to walk the ancient town of Poreč through its narrow cobbled-stone streets constructed by the Romans in the 1st century B. C.

Start your day with being mesmerized by the unique scenery of hidden mountain villages. Stroll through the beautiful artist town of Grožnjan and gaze over the green hills of Istria. On the onward journey you will discover the almost forgotten mountain village of Završje and the colorful Oprtalj. Arriving in Ipši you will taste various excellent olive oils and other Istrian specialties while being surrounded by olive groves. On site you will learn everything about the production of olive oil in a family business. At the end of the day you will get to know a local winemaker and enjoy different wines with a unique view of the inland of Istria.