Top Istria Tours, Sightseeing & Cruises

Avoid the tourist crowds with a private walking tour of Pula’s historic center. Stroll the streets for an intimate perspective of landmarks including the Roman amphitheater, city gates, harbor, and Venetian fortress, with illuminating insights provided by your local guide. Benefit from the flexibility of a private tour, exploring at a pace that suits you, and arrange a convenient departure time according to your schedule.

Make the most of your time in the region and benefit from Poreč’s close proximity to Venice on a day trip to the romantic city. Cruise across the Adriatic via high-speed catamaran to discover Venice’s famous canals and landmarks, learn about the city’s history on a guided tour of St. Mark’s Square, then enjoy free time to peruse shops, restaurants, and attractions, before sailing back to Poreč.

Visit Pula’s most historic buildings and famous architecture on a pre-dinner tour. This walking tour takes in Pula Arena, the only Roman amphitheatre in the world to have four preserved side towers, as well as the Old Town and the Kaštel fortress. Your local tour guide will also tell you where the best places to eat and drink are, and where to find day trips outside of the city too.

Spend half a day kayaking, swimming, and cliff-jumping with this small-group tour from Valsaline Beach. You'll paddle out to sea, making your way to the so-called Tarzan cliff, where you'll have time to swim and cliff jump. You'll then continue to visit Pula's Cave, with time left over to swim and do more cliff jumping before returning to Valsaline Beach.

The sandy beaches, rocky coves, and traditional fishing villages of the Medulin Archipelago are best explored from the water. With this tour, set sail on a scenic full-day cruise and admire views of Kamenjak National Park, Cape Kamenjak, and Porer lighthouse. Stop to swim, tuck into a tasty lunch on board, then head ashore on Levan Island, where you can relax on the beach or grab a cocktail (own expense) from the beach bars.

White sand beaches, rugged sea cliffs, and hidden caves dot the coast of Pula. With this tour, discover the wild coastline by water and get adventurous as you swim, snorkel, and kayak along the shore. Paddle out to explore caves and coves, hop off to cliff jump and swim in the turquoise waters, and stop to snorkel at a tranquil beach.

The atmospheric fishing port of Rovinj is known for its picturesque beaches, cobbled Old Town, and lively bay area. On this walking tour, venture beyond the tourist hotspots and discover the historic town through the eyes of the locals. With a local guide, explore the lower and upper towns, take in the views from Saint Euphemia's, and find out the best places to stroll, shop, and eat.

If you choose to explore Pula’s history on your own, you could miss out on a lot of the important details. Explore the seafront city with a guide who doesn’t leave out a thing as you see important attractions such as the Pula Arena, an amphitheater where Roman gladiators fought. Plus, this Pula Roman heritage tour is offered in the morning or afternoon, making it easy for travelers to fit it into their busy schedules.

Taste your way through the Istrian countryside on this private tour. Travel comfortably in an air-conditioned vehicle with your driver-guide. Take part in a truffle hunt with your guide and truffle-sniffing dog and visit a wine cellar. Sample some of the local wines and regionally tapas. Enjoy personalized attention and experience the countryside at your own pace.

Venice lies roughly six hours around the Gulf of Trieste from Pula, Croatia by rail. This tour saves you about 3 hours of travel time each way with a direct high-speed catamaran ride across the Adriatic Sea. After you disembark, take a guided tour of St. Mark’s Square and explore the city on your own. Travelers can opt for add-ons, such as guided rides along canals, a gondola ride, and water taxis.

Make the most of your time in the Balkans with a day trip to Slovenia’s Postojna Cave and Predjama Castle from Rovinj. Discover the well-known cave’s natural formations, flora, and fauna before heading to Predjama Castle, nestled in the cliff face, to explore its medieval history and Renaissance architecture. Enjoy seamless transfer to each location with round-trip transportation from your hotel, and avoid hidden costs with entrance fees included.

Go in search of dolphins off the Adriatic Coast on this half-day tour from Pula. Your onboard guides will share information on dolphin biology and behavior, as well as the local marine environment. Dinner will be served on board, as well as an open bar to make for an all-inclusive experience.

Discover the UNESCO-listed Plitvice Lakes National Park and avoid hidden costs on a day trip that includes entry and round-trip transfer from your hotel. Learn about the park’s waterfalls, lakes, and forests from your guide, and enjoy an intimate look at the natural spectacle as you explore the site by foot.

This tour is special for several reasons – sailing is more than comfortable since the sea is always calm during the summer evenings, you will be offered a traditional Istrian dinner on the boat and you will have the opportunity to explore the famous National Park Brijuni from the seaside, to encounter dolphins in their natural habitat, and to have a spectacular sight at Pula by night. Come and enjoy with us! Make memories, relax and have fun. * One of the top boat excursions in Pula * Cruise with modern boat Arena * Traditional dinner with unlimited drinks included in the price * Friendly crew, experienced captain, 2 toilets, sundeck, 3 terraces, modern kitchen and a bar * Memories of beautiful National Park Brijuni, unfforgatable sunset and dolphins Tip plus: Bring your smile and camera with you!

This dolphin cruise stands out by heading out of Medulin Harbor just before sunset and offering welcome drinks and an onboard dinner. Start by catching panoramic views of Medulin’s archipelago before cruising toward the protected waters of Kamenjak National Park in search of dolphins—there’s a 50/50 chance of spotting them. Have dinner (vegetarian options available) on board and watch the sunset before returning to the harbor.

Set sail from Pula on the Vagabundo boat to see the coast as the sun sets. Travel to Brijuni National Park and enjoy dinner and drinks on deck as you spot dolphins leaping out of the sea and swimming alongside the boat in their home waters of the park. On your way back to Pula, see the lights of the city illuminate the Roman arena and watch as the nightlife comes into view.

With vineyards aplenty in Croatia’s Istria region, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed if you want to plan a wine tasting. This small-group tour puts the itinerary in the hands of a local guide, giving you more time to focus on the region and its wine instead. You’ll visit three carefully selected Istria wine estates to sample their produce, and then finish on a high note with an early 4-course dinner.

A totally unique way to explore the island of Verudela, Pula. Beginning at 8.30am local time, you will ride a Segway around 7km of the island—the perfect time, as this is when it’s quieter and the sun isn’t quite as hot. Throughout the Segway tour, you will discover the island’s scenery, hidden bays and historic architecture, like the imposing forts here that once defended the coast all over Pula.

The sea cliffs, islands, and rocky coves of Cape Kamenjak lie just south of Banjole. On this tour, explore the natural wonders by bike, venture off-road to discover little-known viewpoints and hidden caves, and enjoy magnificent views from the southernmost point of the Istrian Peninsula. Along the way, stop to swim, enjoy a drink at the Safari Bar, and perhaps even try cliff jumping from the Kolumbarice cliffs.

Get to know Slovenia's Lake Bled on this full-day tour from western Croatia. With your guide in the lead, visit Bled Castle (entrance fees included( and enjoy a serene boat ride on the lake itself. Pickup and drop-off from select hotels included.

An unforgettable experience ... meet and see dolphins in their natural habitat. Our experienced captain will do everything you can to see .. You will enjoy a beautiful view of the Poreč Riviera to Rovinj

Discover the beautiful Istrian coast by taking a day trip with our beautiful wooden boat. You will have the opportunity to visit the romantic Rovinj, stroll through its streets, admire the Lim fjord Natural Park and see the pirate cave, visit Vrsar or take a dip on the beach to cool off. On board during the journey you will be served with a fish or meat or vegetarian lunch with wine and aqua. The guide on board will explain the most interesting things you will see

You will be introduced to the best olive oil region in the world! Starting from our authentic Istrian olive oil tasting room where you will be presented with the process of obtaining premium extra virgin olive oil. After a presentation and degustation we will move to the olive grove where you'll get to know a bit more about various types of olive trees. Through this experience you will discover Istrian nature, our carefully tended olive trees and premium extra virgin olive oil. As it is a for max 10 people it will be a relaxed one :)

Immerse yourself in the ancient cities and fascinating culture of the Istrian Peninsula during this 8-hour day trip from Pula and Medulin. Wander the cobblestone streets of Bale and Rovinj and enjoy a typical Istrian lunch. Then head to Porec, where you can explore the 2,000-year-old ruins of Roman temples and a Byzantine-style basilica.