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Mountainbike from Trieste to Porec
Northern Italy
Italy
The starting point for your cycling tour is Trieste, the capital town of the autonomous region Friuli-Venezia Giulia. When leaving the harbour city, your adventure takes you along a former railway trail, going South, towards Slovenia. You will follow the coast until you reach the „port of roses“, Portoroz. This city has some of the best preserved buildings from the ages of Monarchs. Soon, you will continue cycling to Croatia, land of the red soil. At your final destination, Porec, the Adriatic Sea invites you for a bath; and the historic center awaits you.
The cycling tour from Trieste to Porec on the former railway trails runs on the Italian and Slovenian sides mostly on asphalted cycling paths, in Croatia partly on gravel roads.
Biking Tour
Meeting:
Trieste
Airport:
Trieste Airport
Transfer:
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Rates and Dates for 2024
Rates include:
Accommodation, All breakfasts, Tour information package (maps, route description...), Video briefing, Navigation app, Luggage transfer & Telephone hotline for the entire tour.
A | 2024 | 5 day self-guided tour - High | 5d / 4n | €500 | $550 |
B | 2024 | 5 day self-guided tour - Low | 5d / 4n | €430 | $475 |
Transfer and Other Charges:
2024
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Transfer by minibus from Porec to Trieste every Wednesday & Sunday, pp
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€
45
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$45
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2024
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Extra nights - please inquire
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€
0
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$0
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2024
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Single supplement
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€
130
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$145
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2024
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Mountain bike TOP rental, pp (for entire week)
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€
120
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$130
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2024
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E-Mountain bike rental, pp (for entire week)
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€
160
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$175
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Check here for details and availability
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A |
2024
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08/24
- 08/28
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5d / 4n
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5 day self-guided tour - Hig...
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2
/10
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Expired
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A |
2024
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08/28
- 09/01
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5d / 4n
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5 day self-guided tour - Hig...
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2
/10
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Expired
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A |
2024
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08/31
- 09/04
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5d / 4n
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5 day self-guided tour - Hig...
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2
/10
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Expired
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A |
2024
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09/04
- 09/08
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5d / 4n
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5 day self-guided tour - Hig...
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2
/10
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Expired
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A |
2024
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09/07
- 09/11
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5d / 4n
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5 day self-guided tour - Hig...
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2
/10
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Expired
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A |
2024
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09/11
- 09/15
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5d / 4n
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5 day self-guided tour - Hig...
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2
/10
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Expired
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B |
2024
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09/14
- 09/18
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5d / 4n
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5 day self-guided tour - Low
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2
/10
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Expired
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B |
2024
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09/18
- 09/22
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5d / 4n
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5 day self-guided tour - Low
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2
/10
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Expired
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B |
2024
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09/21
- 09/25
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5d / 4n
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5 day self-guided tour - Low
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2
/10
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Expired
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B |
2024
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09/25
- 09/29
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5d / 4n
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5 day self-guided tour - Low
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2
/10
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Expired
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B |
2024
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09/28
- 10/02
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5d / 4n
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5 day self-guided tour - Low
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2
/10
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Expired
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B |
2024
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10/02
- 10/06
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5d / 4n
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5 day self-guided tour - Low
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2
/10
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Expired
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B |
2024
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10/05
- 10/09
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5d / 4n
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5 day self-guided tour - Low
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2
/10
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Expired
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B |
2024
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10/09
- 10/13
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5d / 4n
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5 day self-guided tour - Low
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2
/10
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Expired
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B |
2024
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10/12
- 10/16
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5d / 4n
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5 day self-guided tour - Low
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2
/10
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Expired
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B |
2024
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10/16
- 10/20
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5d / 4n
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5 day self-guided tour - Low
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2
/10
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Reserve
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B |
2024
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10/19
- 10/23
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5d / 4n
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5 day self-guided tour - Low
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2
/10
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Reserve
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B |
2024
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10/23
- 10/27
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5d / 4n
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5 day self-guided tour - Low
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2
/10
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Reserve
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B |
2024
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10/26
- 10/30
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5d / 4n
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5 day self-guided tour - Low
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2
/10
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Reserve
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B |
2024
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10/30
- 11/03
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5d / 4n
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5 day self-guided tour - Low
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2
/10
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Reserve
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B |
2024
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11/02
- 11/06
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5d / 4n
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5 day self-guided tour - Low
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2
/10
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Reserve
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Custom dates possible for groups of 5+ pax
Rates do not include:
Transfers, Drinks, Lunches and Dinners, Rental bikes & Travel insurance.
Tourist tax (if requested) has to be paid on the spot.
Sample itinerary - subject to changes
Day 1: Arrival to Trieste
Individual arrival to Trieste.
Meals included: none
Overnight in Trieste
Day 2: Trieste to Piran (Portoroz)
Your tour begins where the train along the Parenzana started: at the train station of Trieste. Built in 1906 you will admire the typical architecture of the Austrian-Hungarian age. You leave Trieste, cross the border, pass woods and meadows and will discover the beauties of Istria. At the end of the stage you will cycle on a long descent with a marvellous view over Piran.
Biking approx. 45 km
Meals included: Breakfast
Overnight in Piran
Day 3: Piran (Portoroz) to Livade (Motovun)
The spa town of Piran shines even today with its well-preserved hotel architectures, which were then very rare to find. You will leave Piran and continue cycling on the traces of the former railway trails. Istria’s hinterland will offer you the geometrical Secovlje salt flats with an access to the Secovlje Salina Nature Park. The cycling path will lead you amongst untouched nature. Your second stage ends in Livade – famous for its truffle and olive oil.
Biking approx. 55 km
Meals included: Breakfast
Overnight in Livade
Day 4: Livade (Motovun) to Porec (approx. 35 km)
On today’s stage you will explore the centrepiece of the Parenzana railway. Through lots of tunnels and viaducts, which have been built at the end of 19th century, your journey leads you towards the Adriatic Sea. On gravel roads you pass rural areas, vineyards and red soil. Reaching the end of your tour you won`t find any hint regarding the Parenzana railway anymore neither a train station nor a sign refers to this beautiful railway trail.
Biking approx. 35 km
Meals included: Breakfast
Overnight in Porec
Day 5: Departure
Individual departure or possibility to extend your stay.
Meals included: Breakfast
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Meeting:
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Trieste
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Airport:
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Trieste Airport
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Train station:
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Trieste Centrale
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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 Trieste.
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Level:
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Easy to Moderate
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Participants:
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Min
2
participants
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Max
10
participants
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Approx. 135km total
Rental bikes:
MTB Bianchi Kuma 27.2 inch (on request, limited availability) or similar bike
E-Mountainbike HAIBIKE with 500 Watt battery - Yamaha TG (on request, limited availability) or similar version
Passport and Visa Requirements:
Passport valid for at least three months beyond length of stay required by all nationals referred to in the chart except:(a) 1. EU nationals holding a valid national ID card. Passport Note(a) Italy is. more
Piran 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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48
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51
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57
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64
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73
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80
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85
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85
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76
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67
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58
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50
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Average Low Temperature (°F)
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34
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34
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39
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46
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53
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59
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63
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63
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56
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50
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43
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36
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Average High Temperature (°C)
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9
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10
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14
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18
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23
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27
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29
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29
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24
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20
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14
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10
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Average Low Temperature (°C)
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1
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1
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4
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8
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12
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15
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17
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17
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14
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10
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6
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2
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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
Due to the sub-Mediterranean climate the summers are usually very hot and dry and the winters mild and wet.
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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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Riders:
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Min
2
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Max
10
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Approx. 135km total
Rental bikes:
MTB Bianchi Kuma 27.2 inch (on request, limited availability) or similar bike
E-Mountainbike HAIBIKE with 500 Watt battery - Yamaha TG (on request, limited availability) or similar version
Passports
Passport valid for at least three months beyond length of stay required by all nationals referred to in the chart except:
(a) 1. EU nationals holding a valid national ID card.
Passport Note
(a) Italy is a signatory to the 1995 Schengen Agreement. (b) The regulations stated below also apply to San Marino and the Vatican City.
Visas
Not required by all nationals referred to in the chart above for the following durations:
(a) nationals of EU countries for an unlimited period;
(b) nationals of Australia, Canada and the USA 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
Passport Required? |
British |
Yes |
Australian |
Yes |
Canadian |
Yes |
USA |
Yes |
Other EU |
1 |
Visa Required? |
British |
No |
Australian |
No |
Canadian |
No |
USA |
No |
Other EU |
No |
Return Ticket Required? |
British |
No |
Australian |
No |
Canadian |
No |
USA |
No |
Other EU |
No |
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Mountainbike from Trieste to Porec
Tour Code:
ZZ-BKITFA19
5 days /
4 nights
~$550.00
Dates: Apr-Nov
Level :
Difficulty Levels Explained
1. |
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. |
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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
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Rates | Dates
Accomodation
Airport:
Trieste Airport
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