Full-Day Tour of Istria's Medieval Hilltop Towns

Name: Full-Day Tour of Istria's Medieval Hilltop Towns
Brand: Fiore Tours
SKU: 5a3c26a8-90bc-48ae-adca-b62f6cfb9d51

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Summary

Setting off at 9am, and in the company of a small group, you’ll be led by a local guide to discover four of Istria’s most beautiful medieval towns. Transported by comfortable minivan, you’ll have the chance to admire Istria’s ruggedly beautiful scenery as you go — and will also do some exploring on foot at each of the four destinations. Your first stop is the hilltop town of Motovun, which is famous for its Venetian colonial architecture. See its 13th-century fortification walls, which are still intact, and admire views over Učka Mountain and the Mirna River Valley. Next, you’ll head to the town of Grožnjan, which is known as a local haven for artists and other creative types. Though it was nearly abandoned by the 1950s, this medieval town gained a new lease on life when painters, musicians, and other artists began to flock here. Today, you can wander its cobbled alleys and discover numerous galleries and art studios — and even pick up some unique souvenirs. After that, it’s on to the town of Oprtalj, situated in the northwest of Istria. This lofty town is beloved of nature lovers, hikers, and truffle hunters. It’s also a favorite of cultured types, given that it’s filled with medieval- and Renaissance-era landmarks. Finally, your last stop on this full-day tour is the lovely town of Završje, whose historic center is a Croatian cultural heritage site. Among its famous buildings are three historic churches, a castle, and a leaning bell tower. Završje is also on the Parenzana cycling route, one of the most beautiful bike paths in Croatia.

Tour info

Duration

8 hours

Why take this tour?

Discover the best of Istria — Croatia’s northernmost peninsula, famous for its spectacular scenery — during this 8-hour, small-group tour. Led by a local guide, you’ll visit four of the region’s historic, medieval-era towns: Motovun, Grožnjan, Oprtalj and Završje. Between the four, discover 13th-century ruins, views of the Motovun Forest, local galleries and artisan boutiques, and sites of Croatian cultural heritage. You’ll be transported between the four by comfortable, air-conditioned minivan, but will also do a fair amount of walking in each destination.

What’s included?

Taxes
Local guide
Transport by air-conditioned minivan
Food and drinks
Gratuities

Things to know

Before you book

Duration: 8h
Mobile tickets accepted

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

Operator Website

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Fiore Tours

About operator:

Fiore tours - your adventure partner in croatia! Founded In 1992, fiore tours is the croatian's most experienced operator of adventure, cultural and gourmet travel in croatia, slovenia, bosnia & hercegovina and montenegro. Every year fiore adventure pioneers over 500 escorted programmes, from one-day trips to extended overland, adventure, cultural and gourmet tours for singles, couples, small groups, family reunions, clubs or friends. Traveling in small groups between 4 and 18 people gives you lots of freedom – much like you would have if you were traveling with friends. Small group travel provides safety, security and the right amount of pre planning that independent travel lacks. Our tours provide lots of opportunities to explore the beauty of nature, discover natural wonders, interact with the local people and really get involved in fun activities. Fiore adventure advantages: service of a trained and licensed tour leader / guide. Transport in own fleet of mini van's and minibuses. Excellent customer service, itinerary planning and advice. No driving stress, which inevitably occurs when you drive yourself. No searching for a place to spend the night. No problems finding places of interest and organizing activities. Create your own unique holiday with the help of the local experts. Whether you seek action and adventure, cultural odysseys, classic highlights, off the beaten track or simply flopping on divine beaches, we can meet your needs. The wealth of options featured on our website is just a taster of what we can do and can be easily customized to suit you. Personalized tours often cost little more than scheduled departure tours, yet they offer unbeatable privacy and flexibility. Let your individual wishes drive your holiday, rather than those of a group. The majority of our tours are indeed private, so we are excellently placed to serve you, whether you are an individual or a private group.