Location: Rovinj
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Rovinj-Rovigno (Croatian pronounced [rǒʋiːɲ]; Italian: Rovigno, Ancient Greek: Ρυγίνιον (Ryginion), Latin: Ruginium) is a city in Croatia situated on the north Adriatic Sea with a population of 14,294 (2011). Located on the western coast of the Istrian peninsula, it is a popular tourist resort and an active fishing port. Istriot, a Romance language once widely spoken in this part of Istria, is still spoken by some of the residents. The town is officially bilingual, Italian and Croatian, hence both town names are official and equal.
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1. Postojna Cave & Predjama Castle from Rovinj
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5.0 based on 6 reviews
Visit Postojna Cave, the best-known cave in the world, and The Predjama Castle, the only preserved cave castle in Europe.
Inclusions: Hotel/port pickup and drop-off, Driver/guide, Insurance
Exclusions: Food and drinks, Gratuities
Reviewed By 603joanne
Absolutely amazing cave tour, the cave is beautiful and the tour guide was knowledgeable and passionate. My whole family loved this. Can get a bit cool in the cave, but not super cold. A great place to visit!
2. Lipica Stud Farm and Skocjan Caves from Rovinj
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
Spend a day in Lipica Stud Farm, where you will experience the world of white Lipizzan horses, and visit the magnificent Škocjan Caves which are on UNESCO’s list of natural and cultural world heritage sites.
Inclusions: Hotel/port pickup and drop-off, Driver/guide, Insurance
Exclusions: Food and drinks, Gratuities
Reviewed By Bev B
Driver picked us up from the hotel had a great day beautiful scenery and the driver was passionate about his country
3. Flavours of Istrian gems Rovinj and Poreč with lunch
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5.0 based on 3 reviews
Join this day trip to discover some of the highlights of the Istrian Peninsula. At the conclusion of hotel pickups in Pula and Medulin, you'll be transported through time where the Istrian Peninsula of Croatia may look a bit more like its neighbor - Italy. Within a span of 8 hours, you'll visit the hilltop village of Bale, explore Rovinj also called, 'Little Venice,' enjoy an Istrian lunch in Grizini and immerse yourself in more than 2,000 years of history in Porec. Tour includes a professional guide, hotel pickup and drop-off from selected hotels in Pula and Medulin, and Istrian lunch.
Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only), Professional guide, Lunch, sightseeing Rovinj and Porec
Exclusions: Gratuities, Food and drinks, unless specified
Reviewed By Mike29180
We were at Plitvice lakes and we can say that plitvice are one of the most beautiful places in the world. It was snow and every lake on Plitvice was covered with snow. The pictures say it all.
4. Magical Istria Tour (Pula, Rovinj) from Zagreb
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
Small group tour full day with full experience in Istrian Peninsula domestic meal recommendation in a family owned Tavern hidden gems along the way perfect scenery, ideal for pictures and memories
Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Local Driver/guide
Exclusions: Food and Beverage, Gratuities
Reviewed By Margaret C
We’d booked this tour with Costco as we had had good luck with their service on previous cruises—and they did not disappoint. Our guide, Jolanta Car, was waiting at the bottom of the gangplank with a sign. There were three of us + Jolanta. We walked to her car and began the hour and 15 minute drive into Istria. Jolanta speaks perfect english and carried on a running conversation all the way to the first stop: a little farm restaurant out in the hills. After a brief wait for the members of another tour (which arrived by bus), we had a light lunch with wine and could see Motovun—an old tiny town built on top of a mountain. That was our second stop. Jolanta parked the car and we started up the hill. My wife had recent surgery and chose not to make the walk, and waited in the car. The three of us walked to the top and Jolanta purchased tickets to walk around the wall, as well as a cappucino. We spent about a half-hour there, then walked back to the car and continued to a small distillery, where the owner provided an overview of their processing and provided free samples. Very informative. We returned to the ship on time. It was a wonderfult time and we felt like we had gained a new friend. As we left here, my wife asked if she had a card—she does and owns her own tour company ([email protected]). When we got back to the ship, my wife wondered if Yolanta could set up a private tour in Dubrovnik. We had not as it was supposed to rain—but perhaps a private tour could work. 45 minutes later, we had a tour and a deal. The Dubrovnik tour was also excellent and we recommend Jolanta without reservation.
5. A Sample Of Wine, A Sample Of Istria - A Short But Fulfilled Program
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
The idea of half-day tour is to present wines from two different wineries for those who are limited with time. You will have opportunity to try fresh and aged wines made from indigenous grape varieties but also blends with international grape varieties. One winery is young, second one has long tradition but both wineries are among the best in Croatia with international recognition and international awards. During half day program you would have two professional wine tastings with an expert guide from each winery with rich, local snacks, you would visit wine cellars and experience the beauty of Istria. Transportation and guiding are included in price. I include only the best wineries and restaurants in my programs. Wine tastings in wineries are scheduled by special arrangement and you are not obligated to buy wines in wineries, only if you wish to.
Inclusions: Alcoholic Beverages, Air-conditioned vehicle, Snacks, All Fees and Taxes
Exclusions: Wines if you want to buy
Reviewed By frankhines2019
We selected this wine tour based on its reputation. We had the most amazing experience of our entire month long trip. Agnieszka is an outstanding guide and conducted the most complete and informative tour we have ever had in Europe, and we have been traveling there yearly for over 40 years. It was a complete day of joy. Food and wine plus the many sights were the best and made better with Angie's commentary. Highly recommend her and this tour to all serious travelers. Myrna and Frank
6. Istrian tapestry - gourmet tour combining wine, truffles and olive oil
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
Indulge yourself with a truly unique experience and discover all special tastes of Istria. Start your day with a glass of sumptuous malvazija. Wine tasting is the best way to discover Istrian wine heritage. You will try 5 to 8 wines combined with delicious, local snacks. You will visit the wine cellar and get familiar with the process of wine production. Another Istrian specialties - truffles and truffle hunting are a fantastic way to see how this delicacy ends on our plates. Friendly host will explain you interesting facts about truffles while you go with him and his dogs to the forest to see how he finds truffles. Follows truffle tasting. You will visit famous Motovun to discover more charms of Istria. Third taste of Istria is of course olive oil. Istria is among the best olive oil producers in the world. While olive oil tasting you will try different olive oils and you will be explained about all aspects of growing olive grove and production. With olive oil go delicious snacks.
Inclusions: Wine tasting (5-8 wines), Truffle hunting - you will be shown how locals hunt for truffles, Truffle tasting - cheese and sausage with truffles, truffle’s spread, scrambled eggs with truffles, Visiting charming hill-top twon Motovun, Olive oil tasting - will try few different, organic olive oils with snacks, Air-conditioned vehicle, All Fees and Taxes, Giude - the tour is guided
Exclusions: If you decide to buy wines, olive oil or truffle products
Reviewed By TineMorrison
We booked the half-day wine tour visiting Benvenuti in Kaldir and Matosević in Krunčići. Our guide Agnieszka picked us up in Rovinj at 9:30 and we spent the entire day together. She was very helpful and informative, sending information in advance over email and had great knowledge about the wines and vineyard culture once we arrived at each winemaker. It was great to spend the day with a local who was so passionate about wine and could suggest other wineries to go to on our own after the tour. The tour itself was very comprehensive and we enjoyed visiting 2 boutique family-run wineries. Each winery had multiple glasses of wine along with small snacks of cheese, meat, and olive oil. In between each visit we also stopped at scenic view points to take pictures of towns such as Motovun and Pazin. Agnieszka was helpful throughout the day answering questions. Even after our tour we kept in touch and she went above and beyond by helping us to figure out how to bring a few bottles of wine back home with us. I would highly recommend this tour for anyone who is interested in wine and seeing the surrounding areas of Istria.
7. Wine Tour - The Best of Istria
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4.9 based on 17 reviews
Imagine mysterious lands hiding fabulous hilltop towns, colorful vineyards with old, authentic estates and wineries where you can taste the traditional flavors and enjoy the finest Istrian wines. During this whole day tour, you will visit three wineries where you will try 5 to 8 wines in each combined with delicious, local snacks like Istrian cheese, sausages, olive oil. All wineries to visit differ in approach to wine making and style of the wines but all are among the best in Croatia with an international recognition and awards. You will visit wine cellars and learn about different styles of production: long maceration, no maceration, ageing in barriques, in big wooden vessels or in stainless steel tanks... and taste fresh and aged wines made from indigenous, Istrian grape varieties but also blends with international grape varieties. You will also have 4-course early dinner in fantastic, family owned restaurant combining traditional cuisine with modern touch.
Inclusions: All taxes, fees and handling charges, Driver/guide, Wine tasting in 3 wineries, 5-8 wines in each winery, 4-course dinner, Istrian cheese, sausages, olive oil, bread, Air-conditioned vehicle, Guide who will tell you about history, culture and wines of course, Visiting wine cellars and learning about wine making process
Exclusions: You can buy wines in visited wineries or other products if you wish.
Reviewed By TineMorrison
We booked the half-day wine tour visiting Benvenuti in Kaldir and Matosević in Krunčići. Our guide Agnieszka picked us up in Rovinj at 9:30 and we spent the entire day together. She was very helpful and informative, sending information in advance over email and had great knowledge about the wines and vineyard culture once we arrived at each winemaker. It was great to spend the day with a local who was so passionate about wine and could suggest other wineries to go to on our own after the tour. The tour itself was very comprehensive and we enjoyed visiting 2 boutique family-run wineries. Each winery had multiple glasses of wine along with small snacks of cheese, meat, and olive oil. In between each visit we also stopped at scenic view points to take pictures of towns such as Motovun and Pazin. Agnieszka was helpful throughout the day answering questions. Even after our tour we kept in touch and she went above and beyond by helping us to figure out how to bring a few bottles of wine back home with us. I would highly recommend this tour for anyone who is interested in wine and seeing the surrounding areas of Istria.
8. Sail away and relax on the boat day trip from Porec
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4.3 based on 4 reviews
A great way to enjoy in Croatia’s craggy coastline, sailing along West Istria (Rovinj, Lim Fjord and Vrsar)
Inclusions: Bus transfer, Boat ride, Lunch and drink during lunch time, Tour escort on the boat
Exclusions:
Reviewed By Mike29180
We were at Plitvice lakes and we can say that plitvice are one of the most beautiful places in the world. It was snow and every lake on Plitvice was covered with snow. The pictures say it all.
9. Highlights of Istria Full-Day Photo Tour from Zagreb
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4.0 based on 1 reviews
Explore the Istrian peninsula on this full-day photography tour, visiting the picturesque village of Motovun and the popular port town Rovinj, known for its bright-colored seafront houses and baroque 18th-century church. Make a final stop in the town of Pula, renowned for the sixth-largest standing Roman amphitheater and wonderful sunsets. Designed for novice or advanced photographers and aspiring beginners.
Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Transport by private vehicle, Professional photographer guide
Exclusions: Food and drinks, Gratuities, Photography equipment
Reviewed By 970kathrynw
This is a very long overdue review for Croatia Photo Tour. Only a couple of weeks before my intended trip,I found out that my intended vacation to another country was no longer possible, and I was going to be going to Croatia by myself (solo female traveler). I travel internationally fairly often for business by myself, but was nervous at the idea of trying to scramble to set up a very last minute itinerary. Igor helped me arrange a fantastic private itinerary to see many of Croatia and Bosnia's most scenic spots, and worked around my inconvenient hotel accommodations during the trip. Honestly, just having the itinerary and transit arranged alone was worth the cost of the tour but having the photography instruction was such a fantastic addition to the tour! On top of that, Igor was very helpful and patient as he taught me new techniques with my camera. I am very happy with all of the photos I took, and couldn't have done it without this tour. I would be happy to hire Croatia Photo Tours for my next trip to Croatia.
10. Croatia,Slovenia,Bosnia & Montenegro - 8 days private tour
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4.0 based on 1 reviews
Explore the most famous destinations of Croatia, Slovenia, Bosnia & Hercegovina and Montenegro on our 8 days private tour. Lots of fun, new knowladge and beautiful sights are guaranteed!
Inclusions: Dinner, Bottled water, Driver/guide, Local guide, Professional guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Guaranteed to skip the long lines
Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified
Reviewed By TineMorrison
We hired Adam at the last second to take us to Plivitce lakes for the day. He was super flexible with timing given that we booked the tour the night before at 11 pm. Adam was a great conversationalist and we enjoyed learning about his experiences during our 2 hour drive to the lakes. He was helpful in showing us around and gave great local suggestions of places to try in Zagreb.
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