Full-Day Istria Coastal Tour with Pula, Poreč and Rovinj

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Explore the Roman Amphitheatre and the old town of Pula
• 02 Visit the historic Basilica of Euphrasius in Poreč
• 03 Climb Rovinj's narrow stone streets to its hilltop church
• 04 Customize your tour with markets, tastings, or photo stops

Discover the coastal treasures of Istria in a single day as you visit the historic Roman cities of Pula and Poreč, along with the enchanting town of Rovinj. This tour is ideal for travellers who are short on time but eager to experience Istria's rich history and stunning scenery. Stroll through ancient streets, visit iconic landmarks such as the Pula Amphitheatre and the Basilica of Euphrasius, and enjoy picturesque views from Rovinj's hilltop. Along the way, you'll have the flexibility to choose activities that suit your interests.

In Pula, visit the Roman Amphitheatre and enjoy a circular walk through the old town to discover more of the city's rich and astonishing history.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 1 Day

Tour type Private

Activity level Moderate

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

Cities Pula, Rovinj, Poreč

Languages Croatian, English

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

Pula, Poreč and Rovinj Coastal Discovery

• In Pula, visit the Roman Amphitheatre and enjoy a circular walk through the old town to discover more of the city's rich and astonishing history.
• Explore Poreč and take a cosy walk through the old Parentium on a small peninsula 400 m long and 200 m wide.
• Visit the must-see Basilica of Euphrasius in Poreč. It is a complex of early Christian architecture, preserved and fully functional to the present day (extra charge). Proper attire is required to enter the holy places, including covered shoulders and skirts below the knees.
• Visit Rovinj, a gem of the Mediterranean. Here, we will enjoy a more demanding walk, climbing old, narrow stone streets up to the top of the hill. There, see one of the largest Istrian churches and peek behind one of its altars to discover what is kept in the marble sarcophagus.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• Guiding services
• Private transportation

What's Not Included

• 10 Euro or a credit card for personal expenses (souvenirs, meals/beverages, entrance tickets, etc.)
• 10 Euro entrance fee for the Roman Amphitheatre, payable in cash or by credit card
• 10 Euro entrance fee for the Basilica of Euphrasius, payable in cash or by credit card

What to bring

• Proper dress code for entering the Basilica
• Covered shoulders, skirts below the knees, hats/sunglasses off, and quiet or whispered conversation

Know before you go

• Depending on your accommodation, the tour starts around 9 am and visits the three best-known gems of Istria.
• Please note that we will sometimes walk on stone-paved streets, which can be very slippery. By the end of the tour, we will also cover 10-15 km.
• The Basilica's opening hours are 9 am-5 pm, and there is no admittance during Holy Mass or celebrations such as weddings and baptisms.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Your accommodation site

Tour start

Pula, Croatia

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.