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Istria Day Tour from Rovinj: Explore Prominent Destinations with Truffle Tasting Included
4.8
57 Ratings
Bale
Participate in our carefully organized small group journey, and explore the exceptional locations of Istria. Hop into our comfortable, air-conditioned van as we drive on the rural routes across Istria. The tour includes a truffle tasting session.
Duration:
8 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Valle dIstria/Bale - Choose among different pick-up locations in this small town which is a former Venetian Castle that was visited by the famous Casanova and today it represents Istria’s best-known place for world-class jazz.
- Rovinj - Choose among different pick-up locations in Rovinj.
- Porec Old Town - This stop is in Poreč. White Venetian Family Palaces decorate the streets of this coastal town. Also, here you have the opportunity to visit the Euphresian Basilica (UNESCO).
Optional: UNESCO Basilica of Euphrasius Entrance Fee - 49kn (7€) per person
- Parish Of The Assumption Of The Blessed Virgin Mary Cathedral - Eastern art meets the west in this incredible clerical complex. Protected by UNESCO and ready to be visited by you during your free time in Poreč.
- Groznjan Hilltop village of artists, Istria, Croatia - First, you’ll visit Grožnjan, a village that was completely abandoned after World-War-2 and revitalized with the help of artists from all around Yugoslavia. Romantic stone-cobbled alleys and colorful workshops around every corner make this tiny town a must-see location in Istria.
- Hilltop Walled Ancient City of Motovun - Afterward, you continue to Motovun – the mightest hilltop town in Istria. Join the truffle tasting and try the most expensive mushroom in the world. Walk the panoramic city walls and admire Istria in all its glory.
Included: Truffle Tasting in Motovun Old Town
Optional: City Walls Entrance Fee - 4€ per person
- Ancient City Walls - In your free time in Motovun, you can choose to take a walk along the ancient walls which encircle the old town. Amazing views and hidden corners of Motovun open up in front of your eyes.
- Bencic Truffles - They are waiting for you with a plate of truffle delicacies which they have prepared for all travelers joining this trip. truffle cheese, truffle salami, truffle prosciutto, brandies,…
What's Included
- Pick-up & Drop-off at your accommodation
- Truffle tasting in Motovun
- Professional English speaking guide
- Walking tours of PoreÄ, Grožnjan, and famous Motovun
- Air-conditioned transport
What's Not Included
- Entrance fee to UNESCO Euphresian Basilica in Poreč – 10€/person
- Motovun City Walls Entrance Fee – 5€/person
Additional Information
- 09:00 Pick-up in Rovinj
- 09:45-10:30 Grožnjan
- 11:00-14:00 Motovun City Walls* & Truffle Tasting
- 15:00-17:00 Poreč & UNESCO Euphresian Basilica*
- 17:30 Drop-off in Rovinj
Location
Valle dIstria/Bale
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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Alexis_s
Jul 16, 2024
Lovely way to spend the day - Lovely day seeing three different towns guide was so knowledgeable and helpful. With my elderly mother and there was a few steep hills
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Tanniag2023
Jun 13, 2024
Friendly guide, great views - We had the best experience. Dennis made it memorable with his kindness and knowledge about the region. I totally recommend it!
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Nitin_p
May 30, 2024
Excellent Istria - All cities and villages were fun to visit. Our guide Agusta was excellent. She was knowledgeable and explained everything very well. She had awesome personality. She made the whole day interesting and enjoyable. I highly recommend this excursion of Istria
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Lesley_h
Oct 25, 2023
Amazing day touring Istria from Rovinj - We spent the day touring a three stunning towns in Istria with Augusta as our guide: her knowledge and passion for Croatia as a country really shone though. It was so ingesting to get a deeper understanding of the culture and the towns we visited. Tasting truffles for the first time was absolutely fabulous 😍 I would highly recommend.
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Christineru5736nr
Sep 29, 2023
Experience a lot of Istria in a little time - We had limited time in Istria and this tour was exactly the answer, being intimate (only 6 in our group), comprehensive and led by our wonderful guide, Mika. We explored the towns of Porec, Motovun and Groznjan by foot, ate fabulous local pasta with white truffles and drank local terrano wine to finish off the experience in style!
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Paul_r
Sep 21, 2023
Recommended day trip - Very enjoyable day with friendly knowledgeable guide
Timings worked well and good recommendations for lunches
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Lauren_c
Sep 13, 2023
Scenic drive and stopping... - Scenic drive and stopping to take photos. Lunch with a beautiful view. Truffle tasting. Very knowledgeable tour guides and smooth driving given the terrain. Having free time to roam. I was travelling solo so it was nice that others offered to take my photograph. In total it was a very well organised, smooth and enjoyable experience! I genuinely would recommend this trip to others and consider other trips for myself in the future. Thank you
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Paul_n
Jun 22, 2024
Great day out - Stunningly beautiful buildings..hilltop churches and quaint shops made this the almost perfect day..our driver knew just where to take us..nice lunch bought atop a mountainside town
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Jennifer_g
Jun 14, 2024
Lots of experiences, be prepared! - Croatia is a beautiful country. We visited 3 villages, one on the coast and 2 on hilltops inland. It was a good range of history and sights. The tour guide, Denis, was knowledgeable and interesting and he had umbrellas for us in case of rain. We had a 30 minute tour of each village and then were on our own for about an hour. It sounds like a lot of time, but it really isn't because there is plenty to see, especially if you want to eat. Wear good walking shoes, because you'll be hiking up and down a few inclines. And if you get car sick, this may not be the option for you due to the switchbacks on the hills.
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Dubravka_r
Jun 8, 2024
Nice tour, needs a few logistical improvements. - This was the second time we’ve done this tour (did it September 2023.) The actual tour takes you to three incredible town well worth seeing.. They are magical, Our guide was kind and knowledgeable.
Having said that, the tour could be improved with the following:
1, The guide’s command of English was not up to par with other Viator tours I’ve taken making it hard to understand.
2.. When sitting in the back of the van, the guide was very hard to hear. Last year the guide on this same tour used a mike and that made a huge difference. I would recommend requiring all guides to do the same.
3. There was another family on our tour who had great difficulty with the walking demand of the tour. They were surprised and disappointed that they weren’t told how strenuous the tour was. The family included an elderly mother and a young couple who were not in the best physical shape and they really struggled. I suggest adding information in the description that the tour requires a lot of walking over uneven terrain.
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