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Istria Coastal Walking Adventure

Hike the Mediterranean coast as you explore the three countries that make up Istria

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About this tour:

8 days

Apr-Nov

Walking

Self-guided, Private

Hotels

Moderate (3/5)

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Meals

Don't worry about meals. 7 breakfasts are included.

Transfers

Check out the 'What's Included' tab for more info on personal transfers during your tour.

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Travel stress-free knowing in-country local support is available by regular phone or WhatsApp to support you during your tour.

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Enjoy the flexibility and ease of staggered payments in your own currency using your choice of credit card.

Route Resources

Route notes, maps, and/or a trail app make navigation on this tour a breeze.

Park Entrance Fees

Included where possible! Check the 'What's Included' tab for more info on park entrance fees during your tour.

Luggage transfers

Take a load off, with optional or included luggage transfers. Check inclusions for further details.

Accommodation for Istria Coastal Walking Adventure

This tour is based in hotels and B&Bs. Hotels on this trip are 3 and 4-star and offer inviting, comfortable rooms. Spend each night enjoying the hospitality of a different town or city along your route.

In some cases, the accommodation listed below may need to be substituted for other comparable accommodations.

Single Rooms and Solo Travellers
Rooms are double occupancy. If you prefer a single rooms, the required supplement is included in the listed prices.

Night 1

Hotel in Trieste

This seaport town is full of classic images of Italy with its canals, bridges, and boats lining the docks. It’s a romantic town that has inspired many famous Italian writers.

Night 2

Hotel in Koper

Enjoy the night at a comfortable 3 or 4-star hotel or cozy bed and breakfast.

Night 3

Hotel in Piran

Piran is paradise, and your small, charming hotel will give you easy access to the beach, the village, and everything in between.

Night 4

Hotel in Buje

Enjoy the night at a comfortable 3 or 4-star hotel or cozy bed and breakfast.

Night 5

Hotel in Brtonigla

Enjoy the night at a comfortable 3 or 4-star hotel or cozy bed and breakfast.

Night 6

Hotel in Tar

Enjoy the night at a comfortable 3 or 4-star hotel or cozy bed and breakfast.

Night 7

Hotel in Poreč

Enjoy the night at a comfortable 3 or 4-star hotel or cozy bed and breakfast.

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Istria Coastal Walking Adventure Tour Details

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Itinerary for Istria Coastal Walking Adventure

Day 1

Arrive in Trieste

Overnight Location - Hotel in Trieste | Distance - None | Meals - None

After you’ve checked into your Trieste hotel you’ll have the whole day to explore this beautiful port city. It has a fascinating history and unique personality for you to discover.

Day 2

Hike to Koper via Parenzana

Distance - 5 hours, 250m of ascent, 220m of descent | Meals - Breakfast

In the morning you take the ferry from Trieste to Muggia. The stage begins in Muggia, the only Istrian town in Italy. You hike inland from the sea. After crossing the border with Slovenia, you’ll enjoy a beautiful view of the Muggia valley and the Julian Alps. You descend gently along the Slovenian Alpine Trail. Here the landscape opens up above the Gulf of Koper amidst wooded areas and vineyards. You will walk part of the stage on the Parenzana, the former Istrian narrow-gauge railway that connected Trieste and Poreč until 1935. End the day in the car-free town of Koper with all of its magnificent buildings. It is possible to shorten the route today by taking a public bus (ticket not included).

Overnight Location: Hotel in Koper

Day 3

Hike through the Strunjan National Park

Distance - 4-5 hours, 200m of ascent, 180m of descent | Meals - Breakfast

Continuing along the sea, you leave Koper and hike to the old fishing town of Izola and on to Piran/Portoroz, your destination today. You will hike through the beautiful Strunjan National Park. Piran is the birthplace of Giuseppe Tartini, an Italian violinist and composer, and its centre is strongly marked by Venetian influences. Stroll through the alleys with their Venetian palaces, or enjoy the flair in the Piazza Tartini in the centre of Piran. Portorož and Piran are surrounded on both sides by salt flats. Thanks to the preciousness of the famous salt the picturesque Piran had its boom in the Middle Ages. In fashionable Portorož, salt is an important part of the wellness offer. It is among the most holistic in Europe. There is the possibility to shorten the route from Koper to Izola by bus today (ticket not included).

Overnight Location: Hotel in Piran

Day 4

Hike towards Buje

Overnight Location - Hotel in Buje | Distance - 4.5 hours, 150m of ascent, 100m of descent | Meals - Breakfast

In the morning you take a public bus to the starting point of the stage (ticket not included). You leave Portoroz and the coast, then you will cross the border into Croatia. You hike through the inland to Buje. In Buje and the surrounding area, the soil is particularly fertile. 23 of Croatia‘s best-known winegrowers cultivate their wines in this area. Wine roads lead you through the vineyards and olive groves around the small town. In the evening, the well-known wine-cellars and restaurants invite you to enjoy the delicacies of Istrian cuisine.

Day 5

Hike towards Brtonigla

Distance - 4 hours, 280m of ascent, 340m of descent | Meals - Breakfast

Starting from Buje, you walk amidst green fields, olive groves and vineyards to Brtonigla. Brtonigla combines typical rural Istrian cuisine with Mediterranean sea cuisine. Worth seeing here are sacred buildings such as the parish church of St. Zenon. Worth a visit is also the Mramornica cave!

Overnight Location: Hotel in Piran

Day 6

Hike through Skarline Nature Park

Overnight Location - Hotel in Motovun | Distance - 4.5 hours, 300m of ascent, 200m of descent | Meals - Breakfast

You will hike through the Skarline Nature Park. The park is named after the Škarlina stream that rises nearby. North of Kastelir, above the valley of the Mirna River, lie the ruins of the medieval settlement of Nigrinjana, now Gradina. The Via Flavia, a military road that once went through Trst, the Mirna valley and Porec to Pula, passed through Kastelir. The village of Kastelir is surrounded by Mediterranean plants, olive trees, vineyards and fields. The surrounding forests are rich in mushrooms and wild asparagus. From Kastelir you take a transfer to Tar.

Day 7

Hike to Porec

Overnight Location - Hotel in Porec | Distance - 4 hours, 110m of ascent | Meals - Breakfast

The last day of your discovery trip in Istria takes you to Porec. Most of your hike will be along the coast. From far away you will see the Euphrasius Basilica, which has been listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site and should definitely be visited. End your hiking tour with a good glass of wine on one of the squares in the old town of Porec.

Day 8

Departure

Overnight Location - None | Distance - None | Meals - Breakfast

Your tour is completed after breakfast. Begin your journey home, or extend your stay to spend more time in historic Porec.

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions for Istria Coastal Walking Adventure

How hard is the Istria Coastal Walking Adventure?

We rate this tour as a 3/5. This tour includes daily hikes up to 5 hours per day, but most days you’ll walk about 4 hours. The paths are comfortable with varied terrain. You will be climbing through a hilly region for a portion of the tour.

Do I need a visa to travel to Italy or Croatia?

Check with your local country about visa requirements. You could also try this website, though you should verify with your government.

Are meals included on the Istria Coastal Walking Adventure?

7 breakfasts are included.

Do I need insurance?

Yes, it is mandatory to have health and medical insurance to join this trip. Get your Travel Insurance.

How do I get to Trieste to start this tour?

Fly into Trieste Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport (TRS). You can also access Trieste by car or by train and by bus. Airport transfers can be booked as a supplement.

Is the Istria Coastal Walking Adventure guided?

No. You will be provided with all necessary information to complete your self-guided tour. Self-guided tours offer great flexibility in your day-to-day, but you should be comfortable with more independence than you’d have on a guided tour.

Where does the Istria Coastal Walking Adventure end?

This tour ends in Porec, Croatia. The nearest airport is Trieste Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport (TRS). There is regular bus service between Porec and Trieste, as well as a weekly shuttle that runs on Saturdays that can be booked in advance.

Is the Istria Coastal Walking Adventure family-friendly?

Yes, this tour would be suitable for families with children ages 14 and older. Children should be comfortable completing all included walks on this tour.

Do I need special vaccines to travel to Italy and Croatia?

Check with your family doctor.

Are there any travel restrictions for Italy and Croatia?

Please check with your local government about travel restrictions before you book your tour. This map from the US Department of State provides an overview of the current status in countries around the globe. The UK‘s Foreign Office and Government of Canada also provide advice on foreign travel. Note that the travel advice may change depending on your nationality.

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