Itinerary
- Day 1
Pula to Fazana
You'll arrive at Pula Airport and get transferred to Fazana, a small fishing village right on the Adriatic coast. After checking into Heritage Hotel Chersin, a restored 4-star boutique property just steps from the water, there's a welcome reception with traditional Croatian rakija, local wines, and appetizers. Your expert local guides will brief you on what's ahead. The rest of the evening is yours to settle in or walk along the waterfront.
- Start point
- Pula, Istria, Croatia (Airport)
- Meals
- Welcome Drinks and Appetizers (Traditional Croatian rakija, crisp Istrian Malvazija or robust Teran wine, paper-thin aged Istrian prosciutto, creamy local cheeses with golden olive oil, and delicate Adriatic anchovies)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Heritage Hotel Chersin 4*, Fazana)
Included Activities
- Welcome reception with traditional Croatian rakija and local wines
- Meet expert local guides and fellow travelers
- Comprehensive briefing of upcoming routes and culinary treasures
Optional Activities
- Stroll along Fazana's picturesque waterfront
Landmarks Fazana 
- Day 2
Fazana
Following breakfast at the hotel, you'll cycle 40 km through gentle rolling terrain toward Bale and Vodnjan, passing through olive groves, vineyards, and old stone farmhouses. At a Croatian olive oil producer, you'll taste their organic extra virgin oils. From there, you'll head to Pula's Roman Amphitheater, one of the world's best-preserved ancient sites. Lunch features fresh local seafood, Istrian pasta with truffles, and regional wines before returning to Fazana.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Fresh Croatian pastries, local honey, seasonal fruits, and herb-infused scrambled eggs), Lunch (Fresh Adriatic catch drizzled with morning-tasted olive oil, traditional Istrian pasta with seasonal truffles, complemented by local wines from vineyards cycled through)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Heritage Hotel Chersin 4*, Fazana)
Included Activities
- Cycling tour through Istrian countryside (40 km, gentle rolling terrain)
- Exclusive olive oil tasting at award-winning olive oil dynasty with 4000 olive trees across 8.5 hectares
- Tasting of organic extra virgin olive oils featuring indigenous varieties (buzza, morazolla, bianchera)
- Visit to Pula's Roman Amphitheater
Landmarks Pula Roman Amphitheater Bale Vodnjan - Day 3
Fazana to Rovinj
After breakfast at the hotel, you'll start a 40 km coastal cycling route to Rovinj along moderate terrain with the Adriatic on one side and vineyards on the other. You'll stop at Meneghetti Wine Hotel & Winery to taste 14 different wine varieties with guidance from their sommeliers. Later, there's a farm-to-table lunch with panoramic views over Rovinj's terracotta rooftops. The afternoon gives you time to swim in the sea or explore the old town with its narrow cobblestone streets and waterfront.
- Meals
- Breakfast (At Heritage Hotel Chersin), Wine Tasting (Premium wine experience at Meneghetti Wine Hotel & Winery featuring 14 distinct Istrian varieties), Lunch (Farm-to-table lunch featuring estate-grown ingredients with exceptional estate wines at local rural restaurant)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Village Galijot Plava Laguna)
Included Activities
- Cycling tour to Rovinj (40 km, moderate coastal route)
- Wine tasting at Meneghetti Wine Hotel & Winery featuring 14 distinct varieties with sommelier guidance
- Farm-to-table lunch at local rural restaurant with estate wines
Optional Activities
- Swimming in crystalline Adriatic waters
- Explore Rovinj's old town with winding cobblestone streets, artist studios, and vibrant waterfront cafés
Landmarks Meneghetti Wine Hotel & Winery Rovinj Old Town Adriatic Sea 
- Day 4
Rovinj
Starting with a hearty breakfast at the hotel, you'll cycle 40 km along the Suncana Obala Grofa Hüterotta trail showcasing Rovinj's shoreline, clear waters, secluded beaches, and Mediterranean plants. You'll see the old town with Venetian houses and St. Euphemia's Church. Mid-route, there's an optional 30-minute horseback riding session through the Istrian countryside, or you can explore the area at a slower pace. Lunch features peka, traditional slow-cooked lamb or veal with vegetables, paired with Istrian Teran or Merlot.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Hearty Croatian breakfast at hotel featuring warm cheese burek, fresh fruit with golden honey, and strong espresso), Lunch (Traditional peka—slow-cooked lamb or veal with seasonal vegetables and aromatic herbs under traditional bell-shaped iron domes—paired with premium domestic wines (robust Istrian Teran or elegant Merlot))
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Village Galijot Plava Laguna)
Included Activities
- Cycling along Suncana Obala Grofa Hüterotta trail (40 km, varied terrain with coastal sections)
- Explore Rovinj's old town with Venetian houses and St. Euphemia's Church
- Traditional peka lunch with domestic wine
Optional Activities
- 30-minute horseback riding session through Istrian countryside
Landmarks St. Euphemia's Church Suncana Obala Grofa Hüterotta Trail - Day 5
Rovinj to Motovun
After a final breakfast in Rovinj, you'll cycle 40 km through Istria's interior landscapes, passing through Bale, Svetvincenat, the abandoned medieval ruins of Dvigrad, and Kanfanar. At Dvigrad's atmospheric ruins, you'll taste thinly sliced prosciutto dry-cured with aromatic herbs. The route continues through rolling countryside back to Rovinj for lunch celebrating Istrian cuisine, including fish baked in salt crust and handmade pasta. From there, you'll transfer to the hilltop village of Motovun and check into Boutique Hotel Kastel, perched above medieval walls with panoramic views.
- Meals
- Breakfast (At hotel in Rovinj featuring Mediterranean pastries, creamy yogurt with local honey, and aromatic coffee), Prosciutto Tasting (Renowned Istrian prosciutto tasting in Dvigrad's medieval ruins—paper-thin slices dry-cured with aromatic herbs), Lunch (Authentic Istrian cuisine at local restaurant featuring theatrical fish baked in salt crust, handmade pasta with seasonal vegetables, herb-perfumed grilled meats, and fresh morning-catch seafood)
- Accommodation
- Hotel ( Boutique Hotel Kastel, Motovun)
Included Activities
- Cycling through medieval Istrian villages and landscapes (40 km, moderate with some challenging sections)
- Visit Dvigrad ruins
- Prosciutto tasting in Dvigrad featuring paper-thin dry-cured Istrian prosciutto
- Lunch at local restaurant featuring fish baked in salt crust, handmade pasta with seasonal vegetables, and fresh Adriatic seafood
Landmarks Dvigrad Ruins Bale Svetvincenat Kanfanar Motovun 
- Day 6
Motovun
You'll cycle 42 km along the Parenzana, a converted railway track that's now a well-maintained, mostly flat trail through Istria's interior. The route runs from Motovun to the artistic village of Grozenjan and back. In Livade, known for its truffles, you'll taste artisanal honey with different floral notes. After brunch at a local restaurant, you'll head out on an authentic truffle hunting experience in the Mirna Valley forests with trained hunters and their dogs. The day ends with a special tasting menu featuring black and white truffles in various preparations before returning to the hotel.
- Meals
- Breakfast (At Boutique Hotel Kastel), Honey Tasting (Artisanal honey tasting in Livade showcasing diverse floral notes from Istria's varied ecosystems), Brunch (At Ponte Porton Dining featuring local restaurant specialties celebrating regional ingredients and traditional preparation methods)
- Accommodation
- Hotel ( Boutique Hotel Kastel, Motovun)
Included Activities
- Cycling along Parenzana Trail (42 km, relatively flat railway trail)
- Honey tasting in Livade featuring diverse floral varieties
- Brunch at local restaurant
- Authentic truffle hunting experience with local hunters and trained truffle dogs
- Truffle tasting menu showcasing black and white truffles in various preparations
Landmarks Parenzana Trail Livade Grozenjan Mirna Valley - Day 7
Motovun to Pula
You'll have a final breakfast at Boutique Hotel Kastel while taking in the panoramic views of the emerald valleys below, giving you time to reflect on your cycling journey through Istria. A comfortable group transfer then takes you to Pula Airport for your departure, and you'll head home with memories of the sun-drenched landscapes, food, and local hospitality.
- End point
- Pula, Istria, Croatia (Airport)
- Meals
- Breakfast (Final breakfast at Boutique Hotel Kastel)
