Istria by bike from Trieste to Pola

Name: Istria by bike from Trieste to Pola
Brand: Cyclando
Price: 619 EUR
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Croazia

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Half

Bike Tours, E-bike tours

Duration

8 days

Duration

220Km

Self-guided

The beauty of this package is in the freedom it offers: without a guide, you are free to decide the timing, pace, and stops of your journey. Travel freely, travel your way!

2/5 Medium-Easy

Moderate-Easy, between 25 and 65 kilometers per day with an elevation gain between 150 and 300 meters.

Linear

The starting point is different from the ending point, with overnight stays in different hotels and daily stages.

Description

Day 1: Trieste
Individual arrival in Trieste and hotel accommodation. Free time to visit the city and enjoy a good coffee.

Day 2: Trieste – Piran/Portoroz (35 or 65 km)
The first bike stage will take you after a few kilometers beyond the Italian border. In Slovenia, comfortable bike paths will lead you through the well-known towns of Koper and Izola to then continue towards Piran and Portoroz, famous towns of the Slovenian Riviera for their thermal centers. If you prefer to shorten the route, you can take the ferry from Trieste to Muggia (ticket not included); The longer variant instead runs inland, through the Val Rosandra. From Muggia, you will continue along the coast accompanied by reflections and the scent of the sea.

Day 3: Piran/Portoroz – Umag/Novigrad (35 or 60 km)
Shortly after departure, you will cycle through the salt pans of Sečovlje, extensive areas from which salt is extracted through natural evaporation. You will then cycle towards the border with Croatia entering Istria, the largest peninsula of the Adriatic Sea. Here the terrain is slightly hilly and the route to Umag is characterized by orchards and vineyards. The old town of Umag is an ancient Roman settlement and is today the renowned home of the "ATP - Croatia Open" tennis tournament, which takes place annually. A pleasant stroll through the medieval town streets awaits you in the evening, ending at the town's tower.

Day 4: Umag/Novigrad City – Poreč (20 or 40 km)
From Umag cycle along the coast to Novigrad-Cittanova. This small seaside town surrounded by fortified walls is at the mouth of the River Quiet (Mirna). You will then continue towards Poreč, a city known for its artistic beauty where it is possible to visit the Euphrasian Basilica, a UNESCO site rich in mosaics.

Day 5: Poreč (35 km)
Today you can choose between a bike ride in the hinterland or a day of relaxation: the sea or a walk through the streets of Poreč await you, you can also go on a boat trip to visit the island of Brijuni and the Lim Canal. The Brijuni archipelago consists of twelve small islands plus two large ones; the main island, Veli Brijun, was used by the founder of Yugoslavia, Tito, as a summer residence. Today you can discover Veli Brijun Island. The Lim Channel fiord with its sparkling water also worth a boat trip. With a bit of luck, you can even spot dolphins from the boat. Today the Lim Channel is a nature reserve and on its seabed, you can find mussels and oysters.

Day 6: Poreč – Rovinj (55 km)
Having bid farewell to the picturesque port town of Poreč, the route continues to Rovinj, a fishing port whose historic center is located on a promontory and is characterized by a tangle of paved streets between narrow and colorful houses clustered together. From afar you can spot the bell tower of the Cathedral of St. Euphemia, which is located on a hill in the middle of the village.

Day 7: Rovinj – Pula (45 or 55 km)
The last day of this beautiful tour exploring Istria could only end in Pula, the oldest Istrian city located on the southern tip of the peninsula. Pula is famous for its amphitheater and numerous Roman-era sites and has lively cultural activities.

Day 8: Pula
After breakfast, end of services and individual departure. Possibility to extend the stay.

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✅ What is included in the trip?

Travel/Medical Insurance 24/24
Overnight stay and breakfast
Luggage transfer
Local telephone assistance 7/7
Detailed description and maps of the itinerary
GPS or navigation APP

❌ What is not included?

Transfers not listed as "Included"
City tax
Tips
Journey to/from the starting point of the tour
Meals and drinks not listed as "Included"
Bike rental
Extras
Entrance fees, ferries and anything not listed as "Included"
Welcome briefing

💸 Cancellation fees

Time Range
Full refund
More 29 days of departure
75%
From 13 to 29 days before departure
50%
Up to 7 days before departure
Not refundable