Cycling the Istrian Peninsula

Day 1 – Arrival
Arrival in Porec Info meeting at 7pm at the hotel reception area where we will provide you with the package including hotel vouchers, bicycle with all equipment, maps and a road book.

Day 2 – Poreč – Buje – 72 km / 45 miles
Our cycling tour of Istria begins in Poreč, a town rich in cultural and historical heritage. Here, you can explore the Roman Forum, magnificent palaces, and the famous Euphrasian Basilica. The ride continues to Višnjan, home to one of the world’s top five astronomical observatories. Cycling along the coastline, you’ll enjoy stunning Mediterranean views with vineyards and olive groves. Passing the Mirna River delta and Novigrad, the journey leads to Umag, known for its beautiful Riviera and historical heritage, including the Organum Histriae festival. The tour ends at Savudrija, the northernmost point of Istria, before concluding the day in the Buje area for an overnight stay.

Day 3 – Buje – Buzet – 54 km / 34 miles
Start your day with breakfast while enjoying the stunning vineyard views around Buje. On the way to Buzet, pass through Grožnjan, a charming medieval town known for its art galleries and panoramic views. Explore Šterna, named after its large cistern, and Oprtalj, with its medieval streets and beautiful Venetian architecture. End the day in Buzet, famous for its truffles, surrounded by the best truffle hunting grounds in Istria. Overnight in Buzet.

Day 4 – Buzet – Labin- 67 km / 42 miles
After climbing to Prodani, visit Draguć, a picturesque medieval town known for its films, including The Three Musketeers. In Pazin, explore the medieval castle above a deep abyss. Continue through Gračišće with its Salomon Mansion and Kršan, a rocky feudal town, before arriving in Labin for the night.

Day 5 – Labin- Pula – 53 km / 33 miles
After breakfast, ride through Raša, Istria’s first modern mining town, and Barban to Pula. Along the way, visit “Liburna,” a nature reserve with local animals and an ethnological collection of antique tools. Pula, Istria’s largest city, is known for its magnificent Roman Amphitheater and the Sergius’ Triumphal Arch. Spend the day exploring these ancient landmarks before an overnight stay in Pula.

Day 6 – Pula – Rovinj – 61 km / 37 miles
After breakfast, ride along the coastline to Rovinj, passing through Svetvinčenat with its impressive Morosini-Grimani citadel, Renaissance houses, and 16th-century town cistern. Explore Bale, home to the Gothic Soardo-Bembo Castle and St. Julian’s Church, developed from an ancient Roman military fort. Finally, reach Rovinj, the “Pearl of the Adriatic,” with its charming old town, narrow cobblestone streets, colorful Venetian-style buildings, and vibrant harbor. Visit the Church of St. Euphemia for stunning views, enjoy fresh seafood, and relax on beautiful beaches. Overnight in Rovinj.

Day 7 – Rovinj – Porec – 60 km / 37 miles
Today’s ride takes you through Kanfanar to the ruins of the medieval town of Dvigrad, steeped in legends of plague, curses, and buried pirate treasure. Explore the cave where ancient human remains were found, and where St. Romuald once lived as a hermit. After passing through small villages, reach Vrsar, a romantic fishing village famously visited by Casanova. The ride concludes in Poreč for your final overnight stay

Day 8 – Departure
Departure after breakfast.