Istria

Day 1: Omisalj - Cres
Day 2: Cres - Liznjan - Pula, 29 mi. (47 km)
Day 3: Pula - Vrsar - Porec, 24 mi. (39 km)
Day 4: Porec - Visnjan - Porec - Rovinj,  29 mi. (47 km)
Day 5: Rovinj, 10 mi. (17 km)
Day 6: Rovinj - Fazana - Rabac, 21 mi. (35 km)
Day 7: Rabac - Omisalj, 22 mi. (37 km)
Day 8: Omisalj

*All distances are approximate and subject to change due to changing weather conditions, lock repairs,  or other unforeseen circumstances. The captain and crew reserve the right to make changes at any time with safety as the top priority.

There are times that the tour is conducted in reverse.

Day 1: Omisalj - Cres
Arrival in Omisalj and check in on board at 2 pm.  Please keep in mind that your ship will leave port at 3 pm for its first navigation so plan your flights accordingly. Omisalj is an ancient village port on the Island of Krk whose existence dates back more than ten thousand years. Tucked in among trees, and perched on a hill, Omisalj is a picturesque beginning to your bike and boat tour in Croatia. If you are arriving from Zagreb, please consider adding an organized transfer for you to the harbor of Omisalj. Check-in on board begins at 2 pm followed by the first cruise from the island to the city of Cres. A refreshing swim stop along the way can be enjoyed if the weather permits. In the evening your guide will take you for a walk through the charming old town, characterized by its Venetian heritage. Overnight mooring in Cres.

Day 2: Cres - Liznjan - Pula, 29 mi. (47 km)
As you enjoy breakfast, the Linda navigates from Cres to  Liznjan, on the southwest coast of Istria to Liznjan. This old fishing village with its small harbor is the starting point of your first bike tour on the Istrian peninsula. Enjoy quiet country roads and picturesque towns as you make your way to Pula, an enticing city characterized by decades of Roman rule. Highlights here are the mighty amphitheater, the Augustus Temple, and the Golden Gate. The night is spent in Pula

Day 3: Pula - Vrsar - Porec, 24 mi. (30 km)
You arrive in Vrsar by boat 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 along the Limski Channel to Klostar in the hinterlands. There will be an opportunity to try a delicious suckling pig for lunch and then you continue by bike to Porec. A guided city tour will reveal the multifaceted history of enchanting and vibrant Porec. A visit to the Euphrasian-Basilica with its intricate pre-Christian mosaics is highly recommended. The night is spent in Porec.

Day 4: Porec - Visnjan - Porec - Rovinj,  29 mi. (47 km)
Today’s bike tour is a round trip from Porec through the vast vineyards of Visnjan, to the territory of the famous white Boskarin Cattle, and then further inland. You will follow the Parenzana Rail Trail, an old railway line converted into a scenic cycle path that winds its way through Istria. You stop to visit the Baredine limestone cave, with its five incredible chambers adorned with stalactites and stalagmites and its underground lake at a depth of 60m. The route then leads to Tar and Vabriga and after lunch, past Europe’s biggest olive plantation back to Porec. Once back on board, the ship will cruise to Rovinj. The night is spent in Rovinj.

Day 5: Rovinj, 10 mi. (17 km)
A short cycling day is on the agenda today consisting of a loop along the coast and providing an opportunity for a lengthy swim in the Adriatic. A guided city tour through this picture-perfect town is offered. Idyllic Rovinj sits on a small peninsula surrounded by the blue sea and is a haven for artists from all over the world Art work can be admired in the numerous galleries in town. Overnight once again in Rovinj.

Day 6: Rovinj - Fazana - Rabac, 21 mi. (35 km)  
You cycle along the coast mainly on natural paths and through forests to Fazana with its delightful harbor and splendid promenade, lined with the colorful facades of the local houses. As you bike, the ship navigates to Fazana. Once the group is back on board, will cruise around the southernmost point of the Istrian Peninsula to the city of Rabac, one of the most popular holiday towns in Istria. The night is spent in Rabac.

Day 7: Rabac - Omisalj, 22 mi. (37 km)
Today starts with a long climb from Rabac, to the hilltop village of Labin where you can enjoy a coffee break with an incredible view over the bay of Rabac. You continue by bike through the incredibly diverse scenic landscapes and villages of the Istrian hinterlands before returning to Rabac to board the boat once again. An afternoon cruise back to Omisalj follows. The last evening on board is a festive occasion in the company of your fellow travelers, crew, and guides.

Day 8: Omisalj
Disembarkation by 9 am. See available extension programs!

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