Discover Croatia’s Istria by Express Coach

Discover Croatia’s Istria by Express Coach

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Discover Croatia’s Istria by Express Coach

9 Days Starting and ending in Croatia

Visiting: Tar, Poreč, Motovun, Opatija, Umag, Portorož, Rovinj, Lim, Croatia

Tour operator:

Shearings

Tour code:

wciex

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Physical rating:

Low

Age range:

8-99

Special diets catered:

Vegetarians

Tour operated in:
English
Activities:

Sightseeing, Walking

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Tour Overview

Join us for a relaxing holiday in quaint Tar, set on the green peninsula of Istria on Croatia's western coast, overlooking the Adriatic Sea. Relax and explore the surrounding sights with our range of included and optional excursions, including visits to Porec, Rovinj, Motovun, and more.

Highlights

  • Join us for a relaxing holiday in quaint Tar, set on the green peninsula of Istria on Croatia's western coast, overlooking the Adriatic Sea

  • Enjoy an excursion to the nearby town of Porec, where you can enjoy a stroll along the two main bays, known as the Green and Blue Lagoons. See the old centre, streets and squares, as well as the UNESCO World Heritage Site Basilica.

  • Take in the wonderful views as we travel to the heart of ‘Green Istria’ to visit picture-postcard Motovun. This idyllic hilltop town is a delight to explore, and visitors are enchanted by the quaint cobbled streets and squares.

Itinerary

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Day 1 : Overnight To Croatia

Location: Tar

Accommodation: Overnight coach journey

Meals Included: No Meals

Local departure by coach or Home Connect service, then travel by Express Coach overnight to Croatia.

Day 2 : Arrive In Croatia

Location: Tar

Accommodation: Resort, Resort

Accommodation Name: Valamar Tamaris Resort

Meals Included: Dinner

We arrive in Croatia. Enjoy the resort facilities, relax by the pool or take a stroll.

Day 3 : Porec

Location: Poreč

Accommodation: Resort

Accommodation Name: Valamar Tamaris

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Enjoy an included excursion to the nearby town of Porec, where you can enjoy a stroll along the two main bays, known as the Green and Blue Lagoons. See the old centre, streets and squares, as well as the UNESCO World Heritage Site Basilica.

Day 4 : Motovun

Location: Motovun

Accommodation: Resort

Accommodation Name: Valamar Tamaris

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner


Take in the wonderful views as we travel to the heart of ‘Green Istria’ to visit picture-postcard Motovun. This idyllic hilltop town is a delight to explore, and visitors are enchanted by the quaint cobbled streets and squares.


Relax and admire the town’s beautiful buildings and monuments, such as the medieval town walls and the Gothic bell tower, or enjoy a drink and soak up the atmosphere of a bygone era.

Day 5 : Opatija

Location: Opatija

Accommodation: Resort

Accommodation Name: Valamar Tamaris

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Our optional excursion takes us to lovely Opatija, nestled along the banks of the Adriatic Sea. Soak up the beautiful architecture, seafront promenade and pretty parks.

Day 6 : Umag And Portoroz

Location: Umag, Portorož

Accommodation: Resort

Accommodation Name: Valamar Tamaris

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner


Enjoy an optional excursion today, as we make our way to two different countries to explore Umag in Croatia and Portoroz in Slovenia.


Umag is Croatia’s most westerly city, and we’ll discover stunning coastal scenery here. Explore the town’s 10th-century walls and admire the 16th-century Church of St Roche.


Continuing to Slovenia, we’ll visit Portoroz, famous for its pristine beaches. Admire the beautiful coastal scenery, visit one of the beach-side bars or cafes, or enjoy one of the town’s three casinos! 

Day 7 : Rovinj And Lim Fjord

Location: Rovinj, Lim

Accommodation: Resort

Accommodation Name: Valamar Tamaris

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner


Discover the west side of the Istrian Peninsula as we visit charming Rovinj, with its pretty pastel-coloured houses clustered along the winding streets. The old town itself is rich with a combination of Romanesque, Gothic, Renaissance and Baroque architecture.


We will head on to see the Lim Fjord, where we enjoy a short boat ride.

Day 8 : Travel Through The Night Towards The Uk

Location: Tar

Accommodation: Overnight coach journey

Meals Included: Breakfast

As our holiday draws to a close, we say goodbye to Croatia and travel through the night towards the UK.

Day 9 : Return Home

Location: Croatia

Return home.

What's Included

  • Accommodation

    As detailed in the itinerary

  • Additional Services

    Travel from a wide range of joining points across the UK is included within your coach holiday price; some carry a supplement. Please contact us for our full list of joining points.

  • Meals

    As detailed in the itinerary

  • Transport

    Comfortable, air-conditioned motorcoach

  • Porterage at Hotels

What's Not Included

  • Airport Transfers at Destination

  • Insurance

Accommodation

You will stay for six nights at the Valamar Tamaris Resort in Tar. 

Check out our Q&As

  • What is the fitness level required to do this tour?

    Low

  • Is the tour coach air conditioned?

    Yes

  • Are children permitted to take part in the tour?

    Yes, 8 years or above

  • Is there a limit to luggage that can be brought on the tour?

    Your allowance is one medium sized suitcase per person, which should weigh no more than 20kg when full. Hand luggage should be stored in the overhead racks aboard the coach.

  • Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?

    Yes

  • Is there any free time to explore places during the tour?

    As detailed in the itinerary

  • Will I know the names and details of all the accommodation before I depart?

    Yes

  • Will there be an escort accompanying this tour?

    You can be assured of a high level of service and reliability from our expert-trained coach crews, who will be on hand to assist and escort you along the way

  • Are airport transfers included in this tour?

    No

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  • Low Deposit

    Shearings requires a minimum deposit of 75 GBP per person or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 56 days before departure.

  • Cancellation Policy

    We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of shearings charges.

    Up to 56 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.

    At 55 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.

    At 42 days before tour starts: Forfeit 75% of booking price.

    At 21 days before tour starts: Forfeit 90% of booking price.

    At 14 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.

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