Share this tour
Offered languages
- English
Istria is a region with rich history and exceptional gastronomy. Be charmed by this unique region and all it has to offer.
Tour includes visiting Rovinj, Poreč, and Motovun.
Rovinj and Poreč are magnificent coastal towns with rich history and beautiful scenery. Ideal for history enthusiasts and photography lovers.
Motovun is located in the heart of Istria, on a hilltop surrounded by the famous Motovun forest, rich with black and white truffles.
Istria is called small Tuscany for a good reason and this tour is going to show you what makes Istria - "terra magica".
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
We can also pick up travelers at Port of Opatija (Cruise port)
Itinerary
-
1Church of St. Euphemia
The largest baroque church in Istria dominates Rovinj from its hilltop location in the middle of the old town. It's modeled on the campanile of St Mark’s in Venice and is topped by a 4m copper statue of St Euphemia, who shows the direction of the wind by turning on a spindle. The visit includes the church and climbing up the bell tower. It takes 45min drive from Pula to here. If we meet at Rovinj it takes a 7 min walk to reach the church.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2Balbi's Arch
Where the Balbi’s Arch stands today, there used to be the main gate to the fortified city of Porton della Pescheria. The old gate was pulled down in 1678/79 and the Balbi's Arch was built in its place. The Arch is located in the heart of the city - port. Walk around Rovinj old town takes about 20-30 minutes
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3Porec Old Town
Inhabited since prehistoric times, Porec has a long and tumultuous past. Take a walk on an ancient Roman street, and see the remains of a Roman forum and ancient temples. Drive from Rovinj to Poreč takes around 45 min.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
4Euphrasian Basilica
One of the oldest and best-preserved examples of early Byzantine architecture in the Mediterranean region.
30 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
5Hilltop Walled Ancient City of Motovun
Motovun is one of Istria’s most beautiful and best-preserved medieval hilltop settlements. Taste truffles and take a walk on ancient city walls. Drive from Poreč to Motovun takes around 40 min. After a walking tour of Motovun, we are heading for lunch to a local agrotourism. The drive takes 10 min. Lunch will last around 1h. Then we will have a 1h30 drive back to the meeting point.
2 hours • Admission ticket not included
Additional info
- Service animals allowed
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Tags
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Show more
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
Your guide to the flawless travel experience
Top Searches
Get our app
