Guided - cycling tour from Alps to Adria (Slovenia & Croatia)

Your alpine adventure continues today with a ride through the Radovna Valley, passing pristine pasturelands. Our alpine adventure ends in Kranjska gora where we take the transfer back to Bled. Rest of the day and dinner on your own in Bled.

Overnight: Hotel Astoria 3*,  or similar, Bled

Bike distance: 37 km / 23 miles

Elevation gain: +660m / -354m or +2165ft / - 1161ft

Meals: breakfast, refreshment and snacks during biking 

After breakfast 2,5 hours transfer to Muggia (Trieste) where you will start riding on the legendary route of the Parenzana, the former narrow-gauge railway line which penetrates deeply into the Istrian peninsula connecting 33 Istrian cities and town from Trieste do the Poreč (in Italian Parenzo from which the rail road got it's name) spanning to the territory of three states. Although it has been out of function for many decades, a few years ago the Parenzana served as the inspiration for a new tourist attraction. The County of Istria, the Management Board for Tourism and the Association for the Renovation of the Poreč-Kopar-Trieste railway started the important “Parenzana: The trail of health and friendship” project, where they have promoted the former railway as a cycling path. After biking few miles through the city of Trieste we will cross over into Slovenia, often cycling along cycle paths through famous holiday resorts such as Koper, first for a long period a Venetian and then Austrian town, and Piran, another important town which was ruled over for a long time by Venice. Cycling southwards, you will pass through the salt mines of Secovlje, a large Slovenian town with a humid environment, which is a key area as regards ornithology. Some miles later we will cross the Croatian border down along Istria, the Adriatic sea’s largest peninsula. Dinner and overnight in Buje area.

Accommodation: Guesthouse La Parenzana 3*, Volpija, Buje or similar

Bike distance: 41km / 26 miles

Elevation gain: +481m / -360m or +1578ft / - 1181ft

Meals: breakfast, refreshment and snacks during biking, dinner 

Breakfast, apart from enjoying the breath-taking landscape of the terrace - styled vineyards which resemble to an image on the front page of a holiday guide to Tuscany, you can indulge the sensation the area of Buje gives, a real polyphony of fragrances and tastes. Along the way you can stop on many fascinating viewpoints from charming medieval town of Grožnjan to Oprtalj until we reach Motovun.Take your time to explore Grožnjan, known for its art galleries and stunning hilltop views. Enjoy a coffee at a local café. Continue from Grožnjan, taking the scenic route through the Istrian countryside. Enjoy the rolling hills and picturesque landscapes. Arrive in Motovun, a picturesque hilltop town renowned for its stunning medieval architecture and breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside. Perched atop a 277-meter-high hill, it features narrow cobblestone streets, ancient city walls, and charming stone houses. The town is famous for its truffles, making it a culinary hotspot, especially during the annual truffle festival. After walking Motovun city walls visit local wine cellar and wine tasting with snack. Dinner on your own in Motovun

Accommodation: Hotel Kaštel 3* in Motovun or similar

Distance: 37 km / 23 miles, 

Elevation: +693m /-585m, +2273 ft /-1919 ft

Meals: breakfast, refreshment and snacks during biking, wine tasting

In the morning you will take a shuttle to Kanfanar, a small town above the Lim valley. Start riding on a small local road, first you will reach Svetvinčenat. With its grandiose Morosini-Grimani citadel with towers, parish church, municipal loggia and a line of 16th century houses of the Renaissance and a town cistern - šterna in the middle.

After refreshment continue cycling on asphalted road you will reach Bale. From Bale you will be riding on mix of gravel and asphalted roads and trail all along the coast until you will reach Rovinj, the "Pearl of Adriatic“. Known for its picturesque old town and vibrant harbor. With narrow cobblestone streets, colorful Venetian-style buildings, and a bustling waterfront, Rovinj exudes a unique blend of history and Mediterranean charm. The town’s centerpiece is the Church of St. Euphemia, which offers stunning views from its bell tower. Rovinj is also famous for its lively arts scene, delicious seafood restaurants, and beautiful beaches. The nearby islands and nature parks provide opportunities for outdoor activities, making Rovinj a popular destination for both relaxation and adventure. Farewall dinner and overnight in Rovinj.

Accommodation: Villa Lili 4* in Rovinj or similar

Meals: breakfast, refresment durring biking, farewell dinner

Distance: 40 km / 25 miles  

Elevation: +158/-441m, +518 ft /- 1447 ft

After breakfast individual departure.

Meals: Breakfast