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10 Best Istria Tours In Croatia

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The 10 best Istria tours in Croatia. What each day involves, who runs it, what it costs, and whether it earns a spot on the trip.

10 Best Istria Tours In Croatia

Truffle hunting & cooking tour

Truffle hunting & cooking tour - The Motovun forest hunt: pace, terrain, and what to expect

1.Truffle hunting & cooking tour

Most Popular 5.0

Small-group truffle hunting in the Motovun forest, then a 3-course truffle-focused meal with drinks and dog-led expertise in Istria.

“The truffle hunting walk was very educational, the dogs managed to turn up three truffles. Afterwards the cooking portion was exceptional, the food was excellent and the chef cooks in the main area so you can observe and ask questions. We took our 16mo old and stroller, which was difficult at certain points of the…”

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Beautiful Sunset and Dolphin Watching

Beautiful Sunset and Dolphin Watching - The short “2-hour” plan on the Kristina ship

2.Beautiful Sunset and Dolphin Watching

4.5

2-hour Brijuni sunset cruise from Fažana for wild dolphins, soft drinks included, and strong odds near open Adriatic.

“Un bel giro con personale molto gentile. Personalmente ho trovato quasi noiosa la ricerca spasmodica dei delfini. Sembrava di dar loro la caccia anziché osservarli. Divertente il momento in cui è stato dato del cibo ai gabbiani e il tramonto dal mare è spettacolare.”

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Lim Bay Outrigger Canoe Tour

Lim Bay Outrigger Canoe Tour - How the route plays out: Vrsar, Lim Channel, Rovinj, Poreč (and the cave legends)

3.Lim Bay Outrigger Canoe Tour

5.0

Paddle Croatia’s Lim Bay by outrigger canoe on a small-group tour with cave legends, a Pirate’s Cave Bar stop, and sunset swimming.

“We did book this trip since we love it to be on the water as a family. With 5 of us we did have a great time on the afternoon sail. good boat, good guide showing us the nice places and really taking the time to make sure we did have a great experience. The…”

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PERVINO – Wine tasting

PERVINO - Wine tasting - Olive Oil and Snacks: What’s Actually on Your Plate

4.PERVINO – Wine tasting

4.5

A private Novigrad wine tasting at a family winery. Pick your wines, enjoy 6 tastings with olive oil and snacks in English.

“My girlfriend and I went, and it is amazing. The wines are perfect and the lady that helped us asks you a few questions to know what wine to give you next, and out of all six wines, she chose the best match for my girlfriend and I. The food is also superb. The price…”

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Kayaking Experience in Lim Bay Sea in The Croatian Fjord

Kayaking Experience in Lim Bay Sea in The Croatian Fjord - Gear, snacks, and an English-speaking guide who sets a relaxed pace

5.Kayaking Experience in Lim Bay Sea in The Croatian Fjord

5.0

Kayak Croatia’s fjord-style Limski kanal from Lim Bay. Small group, included gear and snacks, swim break, and a relaxed return.

“We had a great time on this kayak tour. It was a lovely way to enjoy nature. Ilija was a fantastic guide - friendly, knowledgeable, and clearly passionate about the area. Highly recommend!”

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Private Truffle Hunting with Cooking Session

Private Truffle Hunting with Cooking Session - Following Truffle Dogs in the Motovun Forest

6.Private Truffle Hunting with Cooking Session

5.0

Private truffle hunting near Motovun with working dogs, a museum visit, and a hands-on Istrian truffle cooking session in 3 hours.

“The highlight of our Croatia trip. The whole truffle experience is what makes up what Croatia is. The staff were wonderful but the stars were the dogs that found the 4 truffles that day with them. Amazing experience!!The best!!”

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Buje: Authentic Istrian family farm, guided walk, foods & wine

Buje: Authentic Istrian family farm, guided walk, foods & wine - The orchard and olive grove walk: 31 varieties and harvest tradition

7.Buje: Authentic Istrian family farm, guided walk, foods & wine

5.0

Buje family olive farm walk with an olive-oil sommelier tasting, Istrian wines, charcuterie pairing, and olive-oil gelato.

“We took three generations, from ages six to eighty, who all enjoyed themselves. The staff couldn’t have been more welcoming, educational and informative. Stunning gardens, lovely food, and a really interesting explanation of how olives are grown and used. It was a hot day and they were very considerate of us, actively pausing in the…”

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Brijuni Panoramic Tour and St.Jerolim Island

Brijuni Panoramic Tour and St.Jerolim Island - Timing That Can Make or Break Your Day

8.Brijuni Panoramic Tour and St.Jerolim Island

4.0

Ride through Brijuni National Park on the Kristina, then spend time on St. Jerolim for snorkeling, views, and a beach bar.

“It was a nice boottrip and we saw a lot of fish while snorkeling. Food on the island was good price quality was good balance. We had a good time.”

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Truffle Hunting with Three Course Meal by Local Family

Truffle Hunting with Three Course Meal by Local Family - The Three-Course Truffle Meal: What You Eat, and Why It Matters

10.Truffle Hunting with Three Course Meal by Local Family

5.0

Hunt for truffles with Višnja’s Prodan family in Istria, then eat a three-course truffle meal, including eggs cooked in front of you.

“What an unexpected surprise! The operation is family operated so very inviting. They provide everything that you will need to participate. The whole experience was truly magical. I could go back again if I were local. The pups were amazing. The information shared was very interesting. The cooking details were new and the food provided…”

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