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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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days

Apr-Nov

Walking

Self-guided, Private

Hotels

Moderate (3/5)

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Meals

Don't worry about meals. 6 breakfasts are included.

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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.

Hotels on Standard Tour

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 Brtonigla

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

Night 5

Hotel in Tar

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

Night 6

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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Istria Coastal Walking Adventure Itinerary

Day 1

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

Day 2: Hike to Koper via Parenzana

Overnight Location - Hotel in Koper | 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).

Day 3

Day 3: Hike to Momjan and surroundings

Overnight Location - Hotel in Momjan area | Distance - 5-6 hours, ascent 700m, descent 500m | Meals - Breakfast

Today, cross the border into Croatia and hike towards Momjan. Walk through fertile lands home to Croatia's top wine producers. Visit the ruins of the Venetian fortress and the Church of St. Martin, before heading to wine roads surrounded by vineyards and olive groves.

Day 4

Day 4: Hike towards Brtonigla

Overnight Location - Hotel in Brtonigla | Distance - 4-5 hours, ascent 300m, descent 400m | Meals - Breakfast

Starting from Momjan, 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.

Day 5

Day 5: Hike towards Tar

Overnight Location - Hotel in Tar | Distance - 5-6 hours, ascent 300m, descent 300m | Meals - Breakfast

Hike from Brtonigla through the Mirna Valley, passing olive groves and vineyards, and reach Tar, a picturesque village known for its cultural heritage.

: Day 6 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 7 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 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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