Make the most of your time in the region and benefit from Poreč’s close proximity to Venice on a day trip to the romantic city. Cruise across the Adriatic via high-speed catamaran to discover Venice’s famous canals and landmarks, learn about the city’s history on a guided tour of St. Mark’s Square, then enjoy free time to peruse shops, restaurants, and attractions, before sailing back to Poreč.
Experience Croatia's countryside and cuisine with this unique truffle hunting outing in the hills of central Istria. Head into the woods with a local forager and learn how trained truffle hounds sniff out these precious tubers from under the forest floor and dig up prized white and black truffles. Cap off your adventure with a tasting featuring a number of truffle dishes paired with local red and white wines.
This tour is special for several reasons – sailing is more than comfortable since the sea is always calm during the summer evenings, you will be offered a traditional Istrian dinner on the boat and you will have the opportunity to explore the famous National Park Brijuni from the seaside, to encounter dolphins in their natural habitat, and to have a spectacular sight at Pula by night. Come and enjoy with us! Make memories, relax and have fun.
* One of the top boat excursions in Pula
* Cruise with modern boat Arena
* Traditional dinner with unlimited drinks included in the price
* Friendly crew, experienced captain, 2 toilets, sundeck, 3 terraces, modern kitchen and a bar
* Memories of beautiful National Park Brijuni, unfforgatable sunset and dolphins
Tip plus: Bring your smile and camera with you!
If you choose to explore Pula’s history on your own, you could miss out on a lot of the important details. Explore the seafront city with a guide who doesn’t leave out a thing as you see important attractions such as the Pula Arena, an amphitheater where Roman gladiators fought. Plus, this Pula Roman heritage tour is offered in the morning or afternoon, making it easy for travelers to fit it into their busy schedules.
The ‘Golden Island’ of Krk lies in Kvarner Bay, just off the coast of Rijeka. On this tour, drive across to the island and spend the morning exploring its picturesque villages and beautiful beaches. Along the way, admire historic landmarks like Krk Cathedral and Frankopan Castle, walk the scenic seafront promenades, and tuck into a delicious lunch (own expense) of Krk cuisine and wine.
Taste your way through the Istrian countryside on this private tour. Travel comfortably in an air-conditioned vehicle with your driver-guide. Take part in a truffle hunt with your guide and truffle-sniffing dog and visit a wine cellar. Sample some of the local wines and regionally tapas. Enjoy personalized attention and experience the countryside at your own pace.
Venice lies roughly six hours around the Gulf of Trieste from Pula, Croatia by rail. This tour saves you about 3 hours of travel time each way with a direct high-speed catamaran ride across the Adriatic Sea. After you disembark, take a guided tour of St. Mark’s Square and explore the city on your own. Travelers can opt for add-ons, such as guided rides along canals, a gondola ride, and water taxis.
With vineyards aplenty in Croatia’s Istria region, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed if you want to plan a wine tasting. This small-group tour puts the itinerary in the hands of a local guide, giving you more time to focus on the region and its wine instead. You’ll visit three carefully selected Istria wine estates to sample their produce, and then finish on a high note with an early 4-course dinner.
Spend half a day kayaking, swimming, and cliff-jumping with this small-group tour from Valsaline Beach. You'll paddle out to sea, making your way to the so-called Tarzan cliff, where you'll have time to swim and cliff jump. You'll then continue to visit Pula's Cave, with time left over to swim and do more cliff jumping before returning to Valsaline Beach.
Yes, there is wine in Istria. Really good wine. It is grown here since the Romans arrived 2000 years ago.
Nowadays, a new generation of winemakers is rethinking traditional Istrian winemaking methods of their grandfathers by introducing different new styles and approaches. One of the newest hypes are the organic wines. However, at the three wineries we will visit, there are different sorts of wines you are going to try. From young and fresh wines, to aged, and one of those “organic” wines.
This tour will give you insight on small "family" run business versus the known wineries. Imagine yourself drinking finest Istrian wines in a small cellar at a wooden table, or while sipping a fresh Malvazija you are listening to nature because you are in the middle of Istrian landscape.
You can choose, would you like to go up north Istria or stay around Pula and explore our south wine region. Though different in taste because of different soil/terroir, either way you will no go wrong
Get to know Slovenia's Lake Bled on this full-day tour from western Croatia. With your guide in the lead, visit Bled Castle (entrance fees included( and enjoy a serene boat ride on the lake itself. Pickup and drop-off from select hotels included.
Our Linhai 500cc with 30hp are perfect for 2 persons. Explore the forest and beaches as you drive your own quad with this group tour. We will discover paths which are not easy to find on your own. Enjoy the scenic views of the spectacular road along the coast.
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.
Visit the charming Ljubljana, the capital city of Slovenia, and Bled, a popular tourist destination, which is considered one of the most beautiful alpine resorts also known as the Alpine pearl.
Get out on the waters off Pula, try kayaking, and explore beaches and caves you’d probably never find alone, all in one hassle-free kayak adventure. Head for the indented coastline of Seagull’s Rocks, get instructions, and follow your guide to paddle around cliffs, grottos, and tucked-away coves. Stop to snorkel in the caves, try cliff-jumping, and along the way, learn tales of Pula’s geology and history you’d otherwise miss.
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.
Make the most of your time in the Balkans with a day trip to Slovenia’s Postojna Cave and Predjama Castle from Rovinj. Discover the well-known cave’s natural formations, flora, and fauna before heading to Predjama Castle, nestled in the cliff face, to explore its medieval history and Renaissance architecture. Enjoy seamless transfer to each location with round-trip transportation from your hotel, and avoid hidden costs with entrance fees included.
The sandy beaches, rocky coves, and traditional fishing villages of the Medulin Archipelago are best explored from the water. With this tour, set sail on a scenic full-day cruise and admire views of Kamenjak National Park, Cape Kamenjak, and Porer lighthouse. Stop to swim, tuck into a tasty lunch on board, then head ashore on Levan Island, where you can relax on the beach or grab a cocktail (own expense) from the beach bars.
Visit Pula’s most historic buildings and famous architecture on a pre-dinner tour. This walking tour takes in Pula Arena, the only Roman amphitheatre in the world to have four preserved side towers, as well as the Old Town and the Kaštel fortress. Your local tour guide will also tell you where the best places to eat and drink are, and where to find day trips outside of the city too.
Avoid the tourist crowds with a private walking tour of Pula’s historic center. Stroll the streets for an intimate perspective of landmarks including the Roman amphitheater, city gates, harbor, and Venetian fortress, with illuminating insights provided by your local guide. Benefit from the flexibility of a private tour, exploring at a pace that suits you, and arrange a convenient departure time according to your schedule.
Escape the bustling city and discover Brijuni National Park’s island sights on board a traditional boat. Relax on deck with a fresh Mediterranean lunch and unlimited drinks included, and listen as your guide shares insights into the park’s history. Look out for native wildlife as you sail the Adriatic, before disembarking with free time to explore the St. Jerolim Island (entrance not included), with opportunities to swim, sight-see, and sunbathe.
Travel up the coast of the Istrian peninsula and visit three other Croatian towns during this half-day tour. Along with your guide and small group of seven or fewer, stop in Rovinj for a guided walking tour around the Old Town. Then it’s on to Bale, once the hideout of the infamous Casanova, as well as Vodnjan, home to the UNESCO-listed Kazuna Park before heading back to Pula.
See beautiful towns on the Istrian coast on this group tour. Depart from Rijeka with your driver-guide and make your way to Pula. Visit the amphitheater in Pula with entrance tickets provided. Admire the views along the coast and continue to Rovinj and relax as you enjoy this scenic part of Croatia.
Steer clear of crowded ships sailing on the Adriatic Sea on this small-group snorkeling adventure from Pula. Explore a sea cave, check out reefs using included equipment, or choose to plunge into the sea from the Pigeon Cliffs for a dose of adrenaline. Throughout the cruise, enjoy panoramic views of Pula’s rocky shores and sea cliffs and snack on seasonal fruits and soft drinks.
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"An incredible day - a bit rushed at times but that didn’t spoil the enjoyment! Excellent tour guides! Highly recommend taking the entire Venice package - lunch, gondola and water taxi."..."
"An incredible day - a bit rushed at times but that didn’t spoil the enjoyment! Excellent tour guides! Highly recommend taking the entire Venice package - lunch, gondola and water taxi."
"Had a great time with Mihael and his adorable dogs Roxie, a beagle, and Sophie, an Italian water dog. The dogs were hilarious and wildly entertaining. Appreciate this day in the life of a truffle forager, and shadowing the job. We had a good day and found a few white truffles in just a couple of hours!"..."
"Had a great time with Mihael and his adorable dogs Roxie, a beagle, and Sophie, an Italian water dog. The dogs were hilarious and wildly entertaining. Appreciate this day in the life of a truffle forager, and shadowing the job. We had a good day and found a few white truffles in just a couple of hours!"
"Brilliant tour. Incredibly informative and interesting. Our guide Jadranka was fantastic, tailored the tour to our interests and spent way longer than the 2 hours advertised. Highly recommended"..."
"Brilliant tour. Incredibly informative and interesting. Our guide Jadranka was fantastic, tailored the tour to our interests and spent way longer than the 2 hours advertised. Highly recommended"
Truffle and wine / Taste of Istria from POREC, ROVINJ, PULA
"You know how some folks say “I’m worth it?” - well Alan IS worth it. He went above and beyond to give our family an authentic, customized Croatian experience with local wine, olive oil, truffle, and honey makers, capping it off with a truffle hunt in the forest. Alan knows so much about the history, culture and area. There wasn’t a question he couldn’t answer. Absolutely an exceptional guide!"..."
"You know how some folks say “I’m worth it?” - well Alan IS worth it. He went above and beyond to give our family an authentic, customized Croatian experience with local wine, olive oil, truffle, and honey makers, capping it off with a truffle hunt in the forest. Alan knows so much about the history, culture and area. There wasn’t a question he couldn’t answer. Absolutely an exceptional guide!"
"Excellent trip. Guide was very good. Go for the 'full package' when on the catamaran. It costs about 85 euro per adult but it's worth it. Must pay in cash. We saw so much and experienced so much of Venice in just a few hours."..."
"Excellent trip. Guide was very good. Go for the 'full package' when on the catamaran. It costs about 85 euro per adult but it's worth it. Must pay in cash. We saw so much and experienced so much of Venice in just a few hours."
"What an amazing day! Our guide was fun, enthusiastic, and knowledgeable. Each element of the day was carefully chosen and helped better understand the food, wine, and culture of Istria. Each winery was distinct, giving us a range of experiences. The late afternoon lunch was over-the-top delicious. I cannot recommend this tour highly enough."..."
"What an amazing day! Our guide was fun, enthusiastic, and knowledgeable. Each element of the day was carefully chosen and helped better understand the food, wine, and culture of Istria. Each winery was distinct, giving us a range of experiences. The late afternoon lunch was over-the-top delicious. I cannot recommend this tour highly enough."
"Our tour to Lake Bled exceeded all of our expectations. The scenery and views from the Castle and Lake were spectacular. Our guide, Mauro, was a excellent and knowledgeable host. He recommended the Bled Cream Cake at Park Cafe, which proved to be one of the best desserts we had during our two week vacation."..."
"Our tour to Lake Bled exceeded all of our expectations. The scenery and views from the Castle and Lake were spectacular. Our guide, Mauro, was a excellent and knowledgeable host. He recommended the Bled Cream Cake at Park Cafe, which proved to be one of the best desserts we had during our two week vacation."
"Dolibar was an excellent guide. He offered Lots of history about the places we visited. Excellent driver and very friendly and nice. He loves his job making it even better for us on the tour. Only 5 of us on the tour which was perfect. The lunch was delicious! Thank you for a great day!"..."
"Dolibar was an excellent guide. He offered Lots of history about the places we visited. Excellent driver and very friendly and nice. He loves his job making it even better for us on the tour. Only 5 of us on the tour which was perfect. The lunch was delicious! Thank you for a great day!"
"An extremely memorable day with a knowledgable guide. The castle is like an illustration from a fairytale and the caves were magical. A fairly long trip from Rovinj but absolutely worth it. My 2 kids aged 14 and 10 are of the same opinion."..."
"An extremely memorable day with a knowledgable guide. The castle is like an illustration from a fairytale and the caves were magical. A fairly long trip from Rovinj but absolutely worth it. My 2 kids aged 14 and 10 are of the same opinion."
Full-Day Boat Tour of the Medulin Archipelago from Medulin
"This was such a fun experience! My parents and I loved the chance to be on a boat, jump repeatedly into the water, and swim into the cave. We enjoyed the pirate boat, and the staff were incredibly friendly. Lunch was simple, but delicious. We loved everything about this experience and would recommend it to anyone looking for a casual day on the water."..."
"This was such a fun experience! My parents and I loved the chance to be on a boat, jump repeatedly into the water, and swim into the cave. We enjoyed the pirate boat, and the staff were incredibly friendly. Lunch was simple, but delicious. We loved everything about this experience and would recommend it to anyone looking for a casual day on the water."