Istria Tours

Exploring the beaches, caves, and sea cliffs around Pula is even more atmospheric by night. On this evening tour, travel in a unique transparent kayak with multi-coloured LED lights on the bottom. As you paddle along the coast, look down to see the illuminated underwater world, cruise over corals and through caves, and spot marine life such as jellyfish and sea urchins.

Visit the one of the best excursion in Pula, Istria. Best Thing to do in Pula, Istria is cruising with us on our modernly equipped boat VAGABUNDO. You will remember the special image of Pula and Brijuni for a long time because of the beautiful sunset and the opportunity to look at the dolphins. The three-hour voyage starts from the port of Pula and continues along the coast of the Brijuni National Park where you can see dolphins in their natural environment. Dolphins are frequent visitors to the Brijuni waters because of the abundance of fish that dolphins come to hunt in the evening. With beautiful sunset scenes, dolphins and Brijuni National Park, we serve dinner and drinks. For dinner you have the choice of a Mediterranean fish menu, meat menu or vegetarian menu. Drinks are served throughout the ride (coca cola, fanta, red and white wine and water).Upon your return to the Port of Pula, you have the opportunity to see the famous Pula giants and the Pula Arena at night.

Make the most of your time in the region and benefit from Poreč’s close proximity to Venice on a day trip to the romantic city. Cruise across the Adriatic via high-speed catamaran to discover Venice’s famous canals and landmarks, learn about the city’s history on a guided tour of St. Mark’s Square, then enjoy free time to peruse shops, restaurants, and attractions, before sailing back to Poreč.

Go in search of dolphins off the Adriatic Coast on this half-day tour from Pula. Your onboard guides will share information on dolphin biology and behavior, as well as the local marine environment. Dinner will be served on board, as well as an open bar to make for an all-inclusive experience.

Get out on the waters off Pula, try kayaking, and explore beaches and caves you’d probably never find alone, all in one hassle-free kayak adventure. Head for the indented coastline of Seagull’s Rocks, get instructions, and follow your guide to paddle around cliffs, grottos, and tucked-away coves. Stop to snorkel in the caves, try cliff-jumping, and along the way, learn tales of Pula’s geology and history you’d otherwise miss.

Discover the wine of Croatia’s Istrian peninsula with this wine tour from Rovinj and Pula. You’ll travel to three wineries in a small group that’s limited to just eight people for an intimate tour of wine tasting and eating. Learn about the local wine and growing techniques, then sit down for a traditional Istrian meal before your journey back.

Learn about Pula's rich culinary traditions while you sample all sorts of local delights with this guided walking tour. You and your small group of fellow travelers will walk past some of the city's most important historic attractions, with plenty of food stops along the way. Be sure to come with an empty stomach: you'll try seven different food items, three types of wine, and olive oil.

Explore hilltop towns, taste truffles, visit UNESCO spots and sit down for a lunch in our favorite local restaurant. All the best things to do in Istria in only 1 day. Discover the UNESCO site, Euphrasian Basilica in Poreč, continue to the medieval town, Grožnjan, famous for its artists, and end up in the most famous hilltop town of Motovun. Enjoy lunch and truffle tasting with amazing views from the city walls.

Venice lies roughly six hours around the Gulf of Trieste from Pula, Croatia by rail. This tour saves you about 3 hours of travel time each way with a direct high-speed catamaran ride across the Adriatic Sea. After you disembark, take a guided tour of St. Mark’s Square and explore the city on your own. Travelers can opt for add-ons, such as guided rides along canals, a gondola ride, and water taxis.

See Cape Kamenjak the intimate way, aboard a speedboat for just 12 people. Cutting out the crowds of the larger tourist boats, you'll enjoy unobstructed views of the wild coastline and its sea caves as your skipper steers you on a scenic route. Stops to swim at secluded coves and visits to tucked-away treasures like Seagull's Rocks and the Verudela Canyon are on the itinerary.

Discover the UNESCO-listed Plitvice Lakes National Park and avoid hidden costs on a day trip that includes entry, lunch, and round-trip transfer from your hotel. Learn about the park’s waterfalls, lakes, and forests from your guide, and enjoy an intimate look at the natural spectacle as you explore the site by foot.

Immerse yourself in the ancient cities and fascinating culture of the Istrian Peninsula during this 8-hour day trip from Pula and Medulin. Wander the cobblestone streets of Bale and Rovinj and enjoy a typical Istrian lunch. Then head to Porec, where you can explore the 2,000-year-old ruins of Roman temples and a Byzantine-style basilica.

Experience Croatia's countryside and cuisine with this unique truffle hunting outing in the hills of central Istria. Head into the woods with a local forager and learn how trained truffle hounds sniff out these precious tubers from under the forest floor and dig up prized white and black truffles. Cap off your adventure with a tasting featuring a number of truffle dishes paired with local red and white wines.

Stray from the beaten path and discover a side of Croatia that most first-time visitors miss on a day trip to Rovinj and Pula—two historic settlements known as Croatia's equivalents to Venice and Rome. You'll explore each town on foot for a more intimate glimpse into the areas, and listen to stories and history that you're unlikely to find in the guidebook. Plus, hassle-free hotel pickup and drop-off are included.

Get to know Slovenia's Lake Bled on this full-day tour from western Croatia. With your guide in the lead, visit Bled Castle (entrance fees included( and enjoy a serene boat ride on the lake itself. Pickup and drop-off from select hotels included.

Many of Istria’s acclaimed wineries lie near to Porec, but visiting them is difficult without a rental car. This small-group tour steps up: with a minivan and driver-guide to take you to three estates for tastings, so you needn’t worry about driving. Admire the countryside, sample up to five wines at each of two stops, and enjoy tastings paired with a meal at the third. Hotel pickup and drop-off included.

** This tour is offered only in English ** Join the Pula Essentials Evening Tour for a before dinner stroll through the main sights of the old town. The tour takes you through the Old town, touching Roman, Venetian and Austrian heritage and ending at the Pula Arena or the Kaštel fortress. - Get a kickstart on the historical and cultural background of the city of Pula - Receive tips on places to eat and the nightlife, suggestions for daily trips and other events going on.

Book a Kamenjak Peninsula cruise that's hosted by the boat's owners for an experience that offers more of a personal touch. Aboard a small boat for up to 12 people, you'll explore south Istria on a route chosen by the owners for views of the pebble bays and cliffs that bigger boats can't get near. Stops to swim, snorkel, and admire the marine life are part of the experience.

Explore hilltop towns, taste truffles, visit UNESCO spots and sit down for a lunch in our favorite local restaurant. All the best things to do in Istria in only 1 day. Discover the UNESCO site, Euphrasian Basilica in Poreč, continue to the medieval town, Grožnjan, famous for its artists, and end up in the most famous hilltop town of Motovun. Enjoy lunch and truffle tasting with amazing views from the city walls.

Every season of the year brings with itself a different spectacle for the senses at the Plitvice Lakes. The Plitvice Lakes are famous for their 16 cascading lakes that form a gorgeous ring of water. The stunning scenery in the park was created by the flow of water over limestone that over time created travertine barriers that resulted in waterfalls, lakes, and caves. The Park was designated a national park in 1949 and in 1979 UNESCO entitled it a World Heritage Site. Enjoy the wonders of nature, an astonishing view, clean air, nature’s sounds and the sheer joy of just being somewhere so vast and diverse. Standing there, you can really say you have become one with nature. Plitvice National Park can rightfully be called the most magnificent place in all of Europe. Lunch at a local restaurant on your own. Continue the walks through the park and forest and enjoy the beauty surrounding you.

For adventurous travelers to Pula, this 3-hour sea kayaking tour has it all: snorkeling and sea cave exploration. A guide will lead your group on a paddle around the clear waters of Galeb’s Rocks with the option to experience the underwater world. Bonus: high-resolution photos and videos of your excursion are included.

Make the most of your time in Mediterranean Europe with a visit to Venice, just a few hours over the water from Rovinj. Discover the historic city with an included walking tour of Piazza San Marco and free time to explore. Travel with ease across the national border, with round-trip catamaran transfer, and learn about Venice’s history from your guide as you cross the Adriatic.

Leave Pula and kick back in the sun on a laidback half-day cruise around the Kamenjak peninsula. With the boat navigation and route left to the capable crew, your time is your own to relax. Stop to swim amid impressive coastal scenery, and snorkel in clear waters that teem with marine life. Lunch is included, along with time for cliff jumping (only if you dare).

From black truffles to wine and olive oil, Istria’s a delicious place to visit, but some of the region’s most intriguing flavors are found in remote villages hidden by a maze of winding roads. Let someone else do the driving and navigating as you explore three Istrian villages on a gourmet tour with a long list of tastings; you’ll discover local flavors alongside historic architecture, culture, and gorgeous landscapes.