Highlights of Istria MTB

Itinerary Details

1. Day 1Omisalj (Embarkation) - Cres Island

   Individual arrival to Omišalj, a charming pirate’s nest on the island of Krk. If you decide to arrive by car, we can gladly organize a secure parking space for your car for the week. If you are arriving from Zagreb, we can also arrange a transfer for you to the harbor of Omišalj. Check-in on board is possible from around 2pm.

   Once you have made yourselves comfortable in the cabins, we can enjoy the first cruise to Rabac. With the weather on our side, we can enjoy our first swim stop directly from the boat along the way. On arrival in the idyllic harbor of Rabac on the east-coast of the Istrian peninsula, the bikes can be adjusted correctly ready for the first tour the next day.

   The night is spent in Rabac.
   

   • Linda or Andela Lora Ship
   • Dinner
2. Day 2Rabac Bike Skills Park – Pula

   Enjoy a dynamic morning of biking in the Rabac Bike Skills Park. More than eleven kilometres of trails, all at varying levels of difficulty and technicality, from shaped flow trails to rugged rock gardens, stand at our disposal during our visit. The hillside location provides incredible views across the Kvarner Bay and the neighboring islands. After a fun fueled morning on our bikes, we return to the port of Rabac where the boat awaits us with a delicious lunch as we start a longer cruise to the historical city of Pula. The unofficial capital of Istria is characterized by decades of Roman rule.
   
   There is plenty of time to explore the city on foot, taking time to appreciate the ancient monuments such as the grand Roman Amphitheater, the Augustus Temple and the Golden Gate. The night is spent in Pula.

   • 16.2 miles
   • 3,215.2 ft
     3,215.2 ft
   • Linda or 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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     Elevation Profile

3. Day 3Pula – Vrsar – Porec

   Before breakfast the boat will depart Pula so that you arrive in Vrsar just after breakfast. Vrsar is the town where the famous seducer, Casanova took refuge from the furious husbands of his lovers. From Vrsar your bike tour will take you off road along the Limski Fjord and into the Kontija Forrest. After a strengthening afternoon break, we continue cycling through local villages to Porec. Along the way it is worth taking a small detour to ride the St. Bencic trail.

   We will have a chance to indulge in the multifaceted history of Porec in the company of our city tour guide in the afternoon on a walk through this enchanting town. The shopping streets are vibrant with life. A visit to the Euphrasian-Basilica with its intricate pre-Christian mosaics is highly recommended. The night is spent in Porec.
   

   • 18.6 miles
   • 1,410.8 ft
     1,410.8 ft
   • Linda or Andela Lora ship
   • Breakfast

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     Elevation Profile

4. Day 4Poreč –Novigrad – Vrsar

   During breakfast we cruise to Novigrad, where we will start today’s ride. At first we bike through the scenic Mirna Valley before climbing to 300 m above sea level to reach the town of Groznjan. After a tasty lunch we continue on a fast paced  enduro trail back into the valley, with the alternative to take a more relaxed descent if preferred.

   You will also cycle through Vizinada and onto the Parenzana, a decommissioned railway line which now acts as a wonderful cycling path. Following the Parenzana we make our way to Poreč where the ship awaits our arrival for a cruise to Vrsar where we spend the
   night.
   

   • 34.2 miles
   • 2,231 ft
     2,231 ft
   • Linda or Andela Lora ship
   • Breakfast

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     Parenzana Trail

     Test out the paths of a scenic decommissioned railway line

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     Elevation Profile

5. Day 5Vrsar - Rovinj

   After a short crossing by boat to Rovinj, set out through the forests south of the Limski Fjord. Upon returning to Rovinj, enjoy a guided city tour through this picture perfect town squeezed on a small peninsula surrounded by blue sea. It is not without reason why this idyllic city is a haven for artists from all over the world whose work can be admired in the numerous galleries in town. This night is also spent in Rovinj.

   • 19.9 miles
   • 1,738.8 ft
     1,738.8 ft
   • Linda or Andela Sora ship
   • Breakfast

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     Elevation Profile

6. Day 6Rovinj – Fažana - Cres

   Today’s bike tour takes us along the coast mainly on natural paths and through forests to Fažana with its delightful harbor and splendid promenade lines with the colorful facades of the local houses. The ship awaits us here for a crossing to the island of Cres. Our destination is the island capital, carrying the same name, where we will spend the night. The town is characterized by its Venetian past with winding alleyways and many churches making it impossible to resist further exploration on foot. The evening can be spent comfortably in one of the sea-side bars, listening to the sound of the sea birds as dusk settles.

   • 25.5 miles
   • 951.4 ft
     951.4 ft
   • Linda or Andela Sora ship
   • Breakfast

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     Elevation Profile

7. Day 7Island Cres – Island Krk

   In the early morning the boat departs for the island of Krk where we set out on the last bike ride of the week, form Njivice via Malinska to Omišalj. The largest of the Croatian islands and home to the delicious white wine, Zlahtina, the island of Krk leaves a memorable impression with its great diversity. This can also be reflected in the diversity of the today’s tour. Don’t miss the opportunity to cover yourself in the mineral rich mud in the bay of Soline – it will not only leave you looking ten years younger, but also makes for a wonderful holiday memory!

   Back in the harbor of Omišalj, the boat awaits us with a delicious last evening meal on board which can be spent in great cheer in the company of the fellow travelers, crew and guides.

   • 29.8 miles
   • 1,738.8 ft
     1,738.8 ft
   • Linda or Andela Sora ship
   • Breakfast and Dinner

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     Elevation Profile

8. Day 8Omišalj (Departure)

   After breakfast it is time to check out of the hotel. Individual journey home or extended stay in Croatia.

   • Breakfast