Trieste to Porec Northern Italy Italy You start your bicycle journey in Trieste, a former Habsburger seaport, seated at the foothills of the karst. After a few kilometres you leave Italy and cycle to Slovenia and Croatia. This sunny peninsula in the Mediterranean Sea is characterised by little picturesque fisher villages, small towns on the karst hills, vineyards and valleys. Let yourself be surprised by the charms of a landscape rich in contrasts and the various colours of Istria. The bicycle route through Istria runs slightly hilly. Biking Tour Meeting: Trieste Airport: Trieste Airport Transfer: / Riders: Min 2 riders Max 10 riders Trip Brochure (PDF) Trip Rating

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Transfer and Other Charges:

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.

Sample Itinerary - subject to changes

Day 1: Arrival to Trieste
Individual arrival at the hotel in Trieste.
Meals included: none
Overnight in Trieste

Day 2: Trieste to Piran or Portorôz
After a few kilometres you say goodbye to Italy. In Slovenia you cycle mostly on cycling paths through famous bathing resorts like Koper (Capodistria) and Izola (Isola d’Istria) to Piran (Pirano) or Portorož (Portorose), a spa town on the Slovenian Riviera. The longer version leads through „Val Rosandra“ in the back country.
Biking approx. 35 km (longer option approx. 65 km)
Meals included: Breakfast
Overnight in Piran or Portorož

Day 3: Piran or Portorôz to Umag
You pass the salt gardens of Secovlje, where they produce sea salt on huge areas through natural evaporation, and afterwards you cross the border to Croatia. You cycle through the Croatian part of Istria, the biggest peninsula of the Adria. The road to Umag is slightly hilly. Umag's historic centre was built on the relics of a Roman colony. Umag is well-known also for the ATP tournament – „Croatia Open“, held every year. Enjoy a sightseeing tour in the evening through the medieval town with its narrow alleys and the beautiful city tower.
Biking approx. 35 km (longer option approx. 60 km)
Meals included: Breakfast
Overnight in Umag

Day 4: Umag to Porec
From Umag you cycle (slightly hilly) to Novigrad (Cittanova). This medieval town surrounded by a battlement wall is seated on the water mouth of Mirna. Then you cycle to Porec, the most important coastal city on Istria’s west coast. We suggest visiting the Euphrasian Basilica, which is part of the UNESCO World Heritage.
Biking approx. 20 km (longer option approx. 40 km)
Meals included: Breakfast
Overnight in Umag

Day 5: Departure
Individual departure or possibility to extend your stay.
Meals included: Breakfast

                                                    Umag area

Month	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
Average High Temperature (°F)	49	5	58	65	73	81	85	85	76	67	58	51
Average Low Temperature (°F)	34	34	39	46	53	60	63	63	56	50	43	36
Average High Temperature (°C)	9	10	14	19	23	27	30	29	24	20	14	10
Average Low Temperature (°C)	1	1	4	8	12	16	17	17	13	10	6	2
Average Precipitation (days of rain)	5	6	5	7	7	6	4	5	7	8	8	6

Source: NOAA


Seasons
The coast benefits from a pleasant Mediterranean climate with a lot of sunshine. Summers tend to get quite hot and dry while winters are mild and wet. The shoulder seasons are the best time to explore Istria peninsula.

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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:		--
Horses:		--
Pace:		--
Level:		(2 to 2 out of 5)    Easy to Moderate
Age:		Min 14
Riders:		Min 2 riders	Max 10 riders

Approx. 135-165km total

Rental bikes:
21-gears women‘s or men‘s bicycle
Leihrad TOP bike (unisex model - male model on request)
E-bike (unisex bike, 500 W battery, range up to 100 km)

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

This information is not being updated on a regular basis. Hidden Trails does not take any responsibility for the accuracy of the above information. Please, consult the embassy or consulate for updated info.