Cycling the Adriatic Coast: Istria and the mountains

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Small Group Tour
Starting in the enchanting 900 year old capital city of Zagreb, this tour takes us on a pedal powered journey through vast canyons and deep river valleys, over country borders and onto the largest island in Croatia. Starting with one day cycling through Slovenia we follow the beautiful Kupa River Valley discovering hilltop castles and the impressive karst...

Overview

Trip type
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

What's this trip about?

    Starting in the enchanting 900 year old capital city of Zagreb, this tour takes us on a pedal powered journey through vast canyons and deep river valleys, over country borders and onto the largest island in Croatia. Starting with one day cycling through Slovenia we follow the beautiful Kupa River Valley discovering hilltop castles and the impressive karst scenery of the Gorski Kotar Mountains. Once back in Croatia we traverse Krk Island and head north to the stunning Istria Peninsula. Here the scenery changes as we cycle through rolling green hills, vineyards and olive groves to the stunning UNESCO town of Poreč and Pula home to one of the best-preserved amphitheatres in Europe.Cycle from Croatia's vibrant capital, through rural Slovenia and fascinating UNESCO towns. 

Details

Itinerary focusActive and Outdoor Sports
Group sizeSmall Group - max of 16 people
Age range16 years and up
Flights and transportAll internal ground transport included
Start CityZagreb
End CityZagreb

Travel Themes

  • Cycling & Biking
  • High Adventure

Destinations

Activities

  • Adventure & Adrenaline
  • Culture
  • Cycling
  • History
  • Mountaineering
  • Nature
  • Photography
  • Swimming
  • Wine Tasting

Min Group Size

  • Min Group Size: 5

Max Group Size

  • Max Group Size: 16

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Itinerary

Flight Inclusive

Day 1 Arrive Zagreb; transfer to hotel in the city centre.

Upon arrival in Zagreb we will be met by our guide and transferred to the hotel in the city centre. Before dinner, we will go on a guided tour of the capital with a local guide. Tonight we will head out for the first group meal, tasting the traditional cuisine of n...

Day 2 Transfer out of Zagreb; cycle through the Kupa River Valley.

In the morning we transfer to Vinica, a small town in Slovenia, to start the first day cycling along the Kupa River.  We enjoy an amazing ride through the rural areas of Slovenian Kupa regional park passing lively and colourful villages and enjoying the peaceful ro...

Day 3 Cycle from Fuzine to the Adriatic Sea.

After breakfast, there is a short morning transfer to the town of Fuzine, in the Gorski Kotar region of Croatia. Getting on the bikes we have an exciting descent from the mountainous Fuzine area all the way to the Adriatic Sea with amazing views of the coastline, t...

Day 4 Explore Krk island discovering local traditions and pastimes.

Today we explore Krk island with a short visit to the small town of Vrbnik. We will be cycling through the numerous vineyards famous for the local white wine called Vrbnička Žlahtina. There is the possibility for a short wine tasting just after visiting Vrbnik. We ...

Day 5 Cycle on the Istrian Peninsula to the medieval city of Motovun.

After enjoying the lush scenery and traditional life of the Kupa River Valley and having traversed Krk island, today we embark on a new adventure, a three-day road cycle through Istria. Istria is the largest peninsula in the Adriatic Sea and is an enchanting region...

Day 6 Circular ride starting in Porec. 

We start our circular cycling tour this morning connecting the beautiful Visnjan and the historic town of Porec. On our return to Porec there is the option of a guided tour around the Old Town of Porec including a visit to the Euphrasian Basilica – a UNESCO world h...

Day 7 Cycle from Zminj to Rovinj; Afternoon visit to Pula, home to one the best-preserved Roman Amphitheatre in the world. 

This morning we transfer to one of the old towns of central south Istria. The ride today leads us to Rovinj, a romantic art town boasting hidden stone cobbled streets and squares, beautiful old churches and medieval architecture of the Adriatic area. Free visit to ...

Day 8 Transfer to Zagreb airport; fly home.

After breakfast we have a long (roughly 4hr) transfer to Zagreb. Once in Zagreb we will be dropped at the airport to catch the return flight home.   

Land Only

Day 1 Start Zagreb.

Before dinner, we will embark on a guided tour of the capital with a local guide. Tonight we will head out for the first group meal, tasting the traditional cuisine of north-west Croatia which is influenced by the country's Austrian and Hungarian neighbours that ru...

Day 2 Transfer out of Zagreb; cycle through the Kupa River Valley.

In the morning we transfer to Vinica, a small town in Slovenia, to start the first day cycling along the Kupa River.  We enjoy an amazing ride through the rural areas of Slovenian Kupa regional park passing lively and colourful villages and enjoying the peaceful ro...

Day 3 Cycle from Fuzine to the Adriatic Sea.

After breakfast, there is a short morning transfer to the town of Fuzine, in the Gorski Kotar region of Croatia. Getting on the bikes we have an exciting descent from the mountainous Fuzine area all the way to the Adriatic Sea with amazing views of the coastline, t...

Day 4 Explore Krk island discovering local traditions and pastimes.

Today we explore Krk island with a short visit to the small town of Vrbnik. We will be cycling through the numerous vineyards famous for the local white wine called Vrbnička Žlahtina. There is the possibility for a short wine tasting just after visiting Vrbnik. We ...

Day 5 Cycle on the Istrian Peninsula to the medieval city of Motovun.

After enjoying the lush scenery and traditional life of the Kupa River Valley and having traversed Krk island, today we embark on a new adventure, a three-day road cycle through Istria. Istria is the largest peninsula in the Adriatic Sea and is an enchanting region...

Day 6 Circular ride starting in Porec. 

We start our circular cycling tour this morning connecting the beautiful Visnjan and the historic town of Porec. On our return to Porec there is the option of a guided tour around the Old Town of Porec including a visit to the Euphrasian Basilica – a UNESCO world h...

Day 7 Cycle from Zminj to Rovinj; Afternoon visit to Pula, home to one the best-preserved Roman Amphitheatre in the world. 

This morning we transfer to one of the old towns of central south Istria. The ride today leads us to Rovinj, a romantic art town boasting hidden stone cobbled streets and squares, beautiful old churches and medieval architecture of the Adriatic area. Free visit to ...

Day 8 Tour ends in Vrsar.

After breakfast, the tour ends in Vrsar.For those on the group flight, we have an early start. Following breakfast, we have a long transfer back to Zagreb (3.5hr).

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Jan 2018

Varied landscape, interesting cycling, great food.

This trip shows the lesser known parts of Croatia - Zagreb, the Istrian and plenty of pretty small towns and villages. Dipping in to Slovenia is a great addition t...

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Cancellation policy

The cancellation policies of this trip when booked through Travelstride are determined by the stated policies of the tour operator - Exodus Adventure Travels.

If you or any other member of your party decides to cancel a confirmed booking you must notify Travelstride in writing. Your notice of cancellation will only take effect when it is received in writing by Travelstride and will be effective from the date on which we receive it.

Period before departure in which you notify us

From the date your Booking Confirmation is issued up to, and including, 90 days prior to the departure date specified on the Booking Confirmation.

  • 89 to 52 days (inclusive) prior to the departure date specified on the Booking Confirmation.
  • 51 to 31 days (inclusive) prior to the departure date specified on the Booking Confirmation.
  • 30 days or less prior to the departure date specified on the Booking Confirmation, or after the booking has started

Cancellation charge

Deposit can be transferred to a new booking which must be made within 3 months of the date the original booking was cancelled, and depart within 12 months of the new booking date. If a new booking is not made within this period then the deposit will be forfeited. Any remaining balance will be refunded excluding any non-refundable costs.

  • 50% of the total holiday cost. Any remaining balance will be refunded excluding any non-refundable costs.
  • 75% of the total holiday cost. Any remaining balance will be refunded excluding any non-refundable costs.
  • 100% of the total holiday cost.

For Polar holidays, the following cancellation charges will be made:

Cancellation period (before departure) - Cancellation Fee (per person)

Outside of 180 days - No fee if cancelled within 15 days of booking date. US $1,250 cancellation fee if cancelled 16 days or more of booking date.

179 to 120 days - Loss of deposit.

119 to 90 days prior to departure - 50% of the holiday cost.

89 to 60 days prior to departure - 75% of the holiday cost. 

59 to 0 days prior to departure - 100% of the holiday cost.

For more additional details, see the booking conditions of Exodus Adventure Travels at the following web address: https://www.exodustravels.com/us/about-exodus/exodus-booking-conditions

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Meals Included
Dinner: All breakfasts are included throughout.Croatian Cuisine is influenced by Central Europe and Italy. On the mainland, there will be a variety of grilled meats. As we make our way to the Adriatic Sea and Istria, various risottos, octopus and other salads will appear on the menu.
Age Requirements
16 years and up
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