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Cycling
Overview
SelfGuided
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Porec to Pula
Istria
Croatia
The start of this bicycle tour is in Porec, one of the most important coastal towns along the west coast of the peninsula Istria in Croatia. This sunny peninsula in the Mediterranean Sea is characterised by little picturesque fisher villages, small towns on the karst hills, vineyards and valleys. Let yourself be surprised by the charms of a landscape rich in contrasts and the various colours of Istria.
This bicycle tour through Istria is slightly hilly.
Biking Tour
Meeting:
Porec
Airport:
Trieste or Pula
Transfer:
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Rates include:
Accommodations, All breakfasts, Lugagge transfer, Tour information package (maps, route descriptions…) & Phone hotline service.
Transfer and Other Charges:
2021
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Shuttle bus transfer from Pula to Porec every Wednesday & Saturday, pp
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€
40
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$50
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2021
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Bike rental, pp (for entire week)
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€
70
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$85
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2021
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Ebike rental, pp (for entire week)
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€
130
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$155
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2021
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Extra nights - please inquire
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€
0
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$0
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Custom dates possible for groups of 5+ pax
Rates do not include:
Drinks, Lunches and dinners, Bike rental & Travel insurance.
Tourist tax (if requested) has to be paid on the spot.
Sample Itinerary - subject to changes
Day 1: Arrival in Porec
Individual arrival at your start hotel in Porec.
If you arrive early we have a few suggestions for your first day in Croatia: either you visit the Brijuni islands by boat or the Limski channel, or you enjoy your day off by the sea or visit the hinterland of Porec. The Brijuni-islands are twelve smaller and 2 bigger islands; the main island Veli Brijun was used by the Yugoslav statesman Tito as summer residence. Today the islands are a National Park and only Veli Brijun is open to the public. Going by boat to the fjord-alike Limski channel you might be lucky and see some dolphins. The Limski-channel is National Park too and on the coast you find mussels and oyster farms.
Meals included: none
Overnight in Porec
Day 2: Porec to Rovinj
Have a last view over the picturesque seaport on Istria’s west coast before you leave to Rovinj. The city is surrounded in the west and the south west by the Adriatic Sea. Afar the high bell tower of the Euphemia Church built on the highest spot of Rovinj, greats you. Go ahead, if you would like to cycle to Zlatni rt (also known as Golden Cape), a peninsula, where you find a park in a nature reserve.
Biking approx. 55 km
Meals included: Breakfast
Overnight in Rovinj
Day 3: Rovinj to Pula
The last day on your expedition in Istria leads you to Pula on Istria’s south west point. Pula is the oldest town of Istria and its commercial and cultural centre. Enjoy your last day of your trip amongst various antiquities and the mighty Roman amphitheatre in the centre of Pula.
Biking approx. 45-55 km
Meals included: Breakfast
Overnight in Pula
Day 4: Departure
Individual departure or possibility to extend your stay.
Meals included: Breakfast
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Meeting:
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Porec
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Airport:
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Trieste or Pula
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Transfer:
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This is a self-guided tour, there is not an official meeting.
The trip starts on Day 1 when you check in to your 1st hotel in Porec.
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Level:
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Easy to Moderate
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Approx. 100-145km total.
Rental bikes:
21-gears women‘s or men‘s bicycle
E-bike (unisex bike, 500 W battery, range up to 100km)
Passport and Visa Requirements:
Passport valid for at least three months beyond length of stay is required for those nationals that need a visa. Those not requiring a visa need a valid passport and must leave the country before the . more
Porec area
Month
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Jan
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Feb
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Mar
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Apr
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May
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Jun
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Jul
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Aug
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Sep
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Oct
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Nov
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Dec
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Average High Temperature (°F)
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49
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49
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54
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59
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69
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77
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81
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81
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74
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67
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58
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52
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Average Low Temperature (°F)
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41
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40
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44
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50
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59
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66
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69
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69
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62
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58
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50
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44
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Average High Temperature (°C)
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10
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10
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12
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15
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21
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25
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27
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27
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23
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19
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15
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11
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Average Low Temperature (°C)
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5
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5
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7
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10
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15
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19
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21
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21
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17
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14
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10
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7
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Average Precipitation (days of rain)
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5
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6
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5
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7
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7
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6
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4
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5
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7
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8
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8
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6
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Source: NOAA
Seasons
The coast benefits from a pleasant Mediterranean climate with a lot of sunshine. Summers tend to get quite hot and dry while winters are mild and wet. The shoulder seasons are the best time to explore Istria peninsula.
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Accommodations
During this trip, nights are spent in different locations.
Description
Accommodations consist of a mixture of 3 and 4 star hotels offering private bedrooms with ensuite facilities.
Local tax
Some cities charge a tourist tax. These taxes are not included in the sale price of the tour and must be paid directly by you at check-in or check-out at the hotels.
This fee varies depending on the hotel category, the season and the number of days of stay. It is usually between 1 and 5 € per person per night.
Meals
All breakfasts are included.
Tack:
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Horses:
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Pace:
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Level:
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(2
out of 5) Easy to Moderate
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Age:
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Min
14
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Approx. 100-145km total.
Rental bikes:
21-gears women‘s or men‘s bicycle
E-bike (unisex bike, 500 W battery, range up to 100km)
Passports
Passport valid for at least three months beyond length of stay is required for those nationals that need a visa. Those not requiring a visa need a valid passport and must leave the country before the passport has expired.
Visas
Not required by all nationals referred to in the chart above for stays of up to 90 days.
Note: Nationals not referred to in the chart above are advised to contact the embassy to check visa requirements (see Contact Addresses).
Visa Note
(a) Visitors must produce evidence of return/onward travel (except EU nationals) and evidence of sufficient funds for the duration of stay (€50 per day if accommodation has already been paid for, and 100€ per day if the accommodation has not be paid for).
Passport Required? |
British |
Yes |
Australian |
Yes |
Canadian |
Yes |
USA |
Yes |
Other EU |
No/1 |
Visa Required? |
British |
No |
Australian |
No |
Canadian |
No |
USA |
No |
Other EU |
No |
Return Ticket Required? |
British |
Yes |
Australian |
Yes |
Canadian |
Yes |
USA |
Yes |
Other EU |
Yes |
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Porec to Pula
Tour Code:
ZZ-BKCRFA02
4 days /
3 nights
~$430.00
Dates: Apr-Jun & Sep-Nov
Level :
Difficulty Levels Explained
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Easy
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Easy pace and an average-to-sedentary level of fitness. You should be in good health and fit enough for full day of normal sightseeing and walking.
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2. |
Easy to Moderate
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An average level of fitness or some experience with the featured
activity is recommended.
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Moderate
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Requires you to have performed the featured activity regularly, with
some periods on challenging terrain. Activities are mandatory and
you may be traveling at high elevations. You need to be in good health and physical condition to enjoy these trips, with adequate muscular strength and cardiovascular endurance.
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Demanding
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You must be extremely physically fit and are expected to hike or
ride four to six hours over steep or more rugged terrain. |
5. |
Strenuous
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Prolonged hiking/biking on moderate to difficult terrain (five to nine hours a day).
May include high altitude, rugged terrain etc.. |
Introduction
Day to Day Itinerary
Rates | Dates
Accomodation
Airport:
Trieste or Pula
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Climate
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