Highlights of Istria Plus

Itinerary Details

1. Day 1Omišalj (Embarkation) - Cres

   When you arrive in Omišalj, a charming pirate’s nest on the island of Krk, you'll have the option to park your car securely for the week, which we can arrange for you. If you're coming from Zagreb, we can also organise a transfer to the harbour in Omišalj. Check-in on board begins around 2 PM. Once you settle into your cabin, you’ll embark on the first crossing to Cres. There, you'll spend the night in the capital of the island, with its Venetian-influenced old town full of charming alleys and churches, perfect for a relaxing evening stroll.

   • 17.4 miles
   • Andela Lora Ship
2. Day 2Cres - Pula

   In the morning, you’ll enjoy breakfast on board as the ship takes you on a pleasant cruise to Pula. In the afternoon, explore the charming sights in and around Pula, including stops in Galizana, Vodnjan, and the fishing village of Fazana. Upon returning to Pula, you can join an inspiring guided city tour before spending the evening exploring the town at your own pace. The night will be spent in Pula.

   
   

   • 17.4 miles
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   • Andela Lora ship
   • Breakfast

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     Roman amphitheater in Pula

     Are you in Italy or Croatia? Discover the remnants of an ancient past when Romans ruled the country

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3. Day 3Pula – Vrsar – Poreč

   In the morning, you’ll enjoy breakfast on board as you set off on a relaxing cruise to Vrsar, once a refuge for the infamous heartbreaker Casanova. From Vrsar, you'll cycle along the scenic Limski Canal to Kloštar in the rural hinterland, eventually reaching Poreč. This lively town, with its long promenade and bustling shopping streets, offers much to explore. Be sure to visit the renowned Euphrasius Basilica, famous for its stunning early Christian mosaics. In the afternoon, you’ll have plenty of time to swim and unwind. The night will be spent in Poreč.

   • 24.9 miles
   • Andela Lora ship
   • Breakfast

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4. Day 4Poreč –Novigrad

   In the morning, you’ll follow the "Parenzana," an abandoned railroad line that leads to the famous artists' village of Groznjan. This picturesque medieval gem in the Istrian hinterland welcomes you with its charming alleys, flower-filled squares, and galleries housed in old stone buildings. In the afternoon, you’ll cycle through rural Istria, passing Buje on your way to Novigrad, where you can relax and enjoy the evening before spending the night.

   • 36.7 miles
   • Andela Lora ship
   • Breakfast

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5. Day 5Rovinj

   In the morning, as you enjoy breakfast, the boat takes you to Rovinj, the starting point of today’s cycle tour. You leave the town and follow an old railroad line to the Lim Canal. Near the town, the vast green wilderness of the local park is the perfect backdrop for an optional extension to the cycle tour past picturesque bays where you can stop for a refreshing swim. After a pleasant morning on your bikes and on the beach, you return to the ship and in the afternoon, accompanied by a knowledgeable guide, you have plenty of time to discover the secrets of the town of Rovinj, often called the “Pearl of Istria”.
   
   

   • 12.4 miles
   • Andela Sora ship
   • Breakfast

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     A day in Rovinj

     Learn about this quaint fishing town with a guided city tour

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6. Day 6Rovinj – Fažana - Rabac

   Your morning bike ride will take you along the coast, mostly on natural forest paths, leading to Fažana with its charming harbour and colorful promenade. Afterward, you’ll board the boat and cruise along the coast to Rabac, a stunning bay on Istria’s east coast. Here, you can relax on pristine white pebble beaches, swim in crystal-clear waters, and explore the beautiful harbour. Be sure to end the evening with a refreshing cocktail at a local bar.

   • 23 miles
   • Andela Sora ship
   • Breakfast

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7. Day 7Rabac – Njivice - Omišalj

   In the early morning, you'll sail to the island of Krk for your final cycling adventure. The route takes you from Njivice to Omišalj on Croatia's largest island, known for its delicious Zlahtina white wine and diverse landscapes. Don’t miss the chance to indulge in the mineral-rich mud at Soline Bay—it’s said to make you look ten years younger and provides a unique holiday memory! Upon returning to the harbour in Omišalj, your boat will be waiting with a delicious farewell dinner, perfect for enjoying with fellow travellers, the crew, and guides.

   • 26.7 miles
   • Andela Sora ship
   • Breakfast and Dinner

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8. Day 8Omišalj (Disembarkation)

   After breakfast, disembarkation is until 9:00 am and individual trip home or extended stay in Croatia.

   • Breakfast