Croatian Vineyards and Villages of Undiscovered Istria

by BikeTours.com
Region
Istria Kvarn Bay
Duration
8 days
Guided Status
Self-Guided
Difficulty
Moderate
D-Score™
N/A - Unknown

Overview

Let yourself be captivated by Istria - the largest Croatian peninsula - immersed as it is in the azure blue of the sublime Adriatic Sea. Its rich forests, historic hilltop towns, verdant vineyards, aromatic olive groves, and gentle rivers provide the perfect combination of nature, history, and culture. Enjoy an easy cycling exploration of Istria, passing through the hidden medieval towns of Grožnjan, Oprtalj, Motovun, and the former Roman colony of Poreč. Take a break at the winemakers and tantalize your taste buds with indigenous wines like Malvasia and Teran, treating yourself to tasty delicacies on the side. Explore the abundant charm of illustrious Istria, a captivating Croatian paradise! This tour features 7 nights accommodation in booked hotel category, daily breakfasts, a standard trekking bike, luggage transport between accommodations, a navigational app with detailed route information and site/restaurant recommendations, 24-hour hotline service, a welcome meeting, and a water bottle. The tour route is on quiet roads about 55% of the time, roads shared with traffic about 40% of the time, and dedicated bike paths about 5% of the time. The program follows rolling hills and features some days with longer ascents. The nearest airport to the tour start is Venice Giulia (TRS) in Trieste, Italy. The nearest bus station is Buje. The nearest airport to the tour end is Pula (PUY) and the nearest bus station is Pula. The tour company can arrange various transfers between numerous locations and the start and end cities.

Daily Ride Schedule

Accommodation & Services

Accommodation

Hotel

What's Included

Airport transfers
Catering services
Accommodation arrangements
Bike rental
Mechanical support

About the Istria Kvarn Bay

A dedicated guide for this region is not available yet.