Poreč
is a tourist resort with plenty of history
Welcome to Poreč
The ancient Roman town of Poreč (Parenzo in Italian) and the surrounding region are entirely devoted to summer tourism. Poreč is the centrepiece of a vast system of tourist resorts that stretches north and south along the west coast of Istria, attracting holidaymakers in their tens of thousands from June to September.
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Poreč activities
Istrian Hilltops Private Day Trip with Wine Tasting
Your group will receive a morning pickup in front of your accommodation on the west coast of Istria. You’ll first be transferred to Groznjan, an ancient city on a hill 748 feet (228 meters) above the sea level. This hilltop town that has remained largely untouched by modern development to this day, and offers an amazing view over the local olive groves, vineyards and the sea coastline in distance. You’ll also have time to check out Groznjan’s array of artist and galleries, jazz festival and small alleys. After visiting Groznjan, your day trip continues to Motovun, one of the most beautiful medieval hilltop towns in the Istrian hinterland. Motovun and the surrounding area are famous for the white and black truffles you can find in the local forests. While in Motovun take some time to check out its sturdy medieval walls. Finish the day with an included wine tasting.
Istria Day Trip from Pula and Medulin
Your driver will meet you at one of the selected hotels in either Pula or Medulin prior to 8:30am (time to be advised at reconfirmation). After boarding your air-conditioned coach and picking up other guests, your tour will begin as you travel back in time to explore the Istrian peninsula mid-morning. First, you'll visit one of the most delightful hilltops villages in Istria - Bale, with its stoned streets winding around the hill. Then after spending about 45 minutes in Bale, you'll board your coach and head to Rovinj. Upon arrival, you'll discover the small city that is also known as 'Little Venice.' See all the tall townhouses set along cobblestone streets. This tiny seaside town looks like a mirror image of its Italian neighbor, only in miniature. You'll spend about 2.5 hours exploring the town and have some free time as well to explore. Drive to Grizini and see a local donkey who welcomes visitors. Here, you'll savor a tasty Istrian lunch lasting about 1-hour long. Finally, you'll board your coach and travel to Porec - an old town built on a small peninsula. Spend about nearly 2 hours to explore the streets and learning about its history, which began more than 2,000 years ago. With this span of time, it makes this old city a cultural monument in itself. Walk the old streets Decumanus and Cardo Maximus, by the remains of Roman temples of Mars and Neptune. See a more important monument - the Euphrasian basilica, one of the most beautiful preserved monuments of early Byzantine art in the Mediterranean. At the end of the tour at around 6pm, you'll depart Porec for Pula and Medulin with an expected return to your hotel by around 7pm.
Lake Bled Day Trip from Western Croatia
Slovenia’s Lake Bled is truly stunning. Depart around 8:30am, depending on pick-up location, and set in a pine forest with a mountain scenery backdrop on an air-conditioned coach that holds up to 50 people. Arrive in Ravbarkomana for a break, then you're off to Lake Bled, arriving around 12pm. Lake Bled is, can't-believe-your-eyes-pretty and it rightfully deserves its name as ‘’The Pearl of Alps’’. All snow-capped mountains and glass-like waters, its home to Slovenia's only island - and there is more than a touch of the Austrian Alps about it. To get the best view, you will visit Bled castle, tickets included - you can see right across the lake from here. However, spare some attention for the chateau itself. With its cone-shaped turrets, yard-thick walls and lofty parapets it is something special. Around 3h30 pm, you will depart and make your way back to the hotels, around 7:00pm arriving in Porec, 8:00pm arriving in Rovinj. Hotel departure followed by: 10:30 – arrival Ravbarkomana, break 11:00 – departure Ravbarkomanda 12:00 – arrival Bled, commencing to Castle overlooking the Lake, Castle tour (45 min), returning to city centre, spare time 15:30 – departure to hotel 19:00 – arrival Poreč 20:00 – arrival Rovinj
Adriatic Gems Rijeka and Opatija Day Trip
Begin the day with hotel pickup at approximately 8:30am. Arrive in Rijeka, the city built on the banks of the river, at 10am. Spend the next 2 hours and 45 minutes sightseeting in Rijeka, a multicultural heart of Europe that meets all people of good will with its arms wide open. The city can be seen when looking down from Trsat Castle. The castle’s history dates back to prehistoric times and the Illyrian tribe of Iapydes, followed by the Romans who built their fort there as well, and many other sovereigns who left their unique traces in this magnificent fortification. Take a walk on the colorful city market, meet the old town full of multi-coloured shops and small galleries, show yourself on the high street called Korzo, the heart of the city with many cafes and shop windows.Depart Rijeka at 11:45am and head to Opatija. Opatija is thrilling with its elegance, villas, and parks that tell of interesting history whose participants where European emperors and kings themselves. Spend 2 hours exploring Opatija, the pearl of the Adriatic, well-known for its fragrant botanical gardens, parks and colored villas, each telling its secret story that was always a meeting point of European aristocracy, elegance, and style, where it was important to be seen, keeps the same atmosphere to the very day. Sipping coffee on one of the sunny terraces, enjoy the atmosphere of a rich history of Opatija.Leave Opatija at 2:45pm to be transferred back to your hotel in Pula, Rovinj, Poreč, Novigrad or Umag.ItineraryHotel departure followed by:10am – Arrival in Rijeka, sightseeing and spare time11:45am – Departure for Opatija12:10pm – Arrival in Opatija, sightseeing and spare time2:45pm – Transfer back to your hotel
Venice Day Trip from Porec via High-Speed Boat
Join us on an unforgettable trip to Venice, the city that stretches across 118 small islands connected by 400 bridges with 150 channels that flow under them. Founded in the 5th century, Venice became the world's most powerful maritime force in the 10th century. Walk across the St. Mark's Square, take a gondola ride, stroll down the narrow streets of Venice or simply enjoy the famous Italian cuisine. The old squares, beautiful palaces, churches, and galleries give a sense of going through a very vivid picture streaked with warm colors that perfectly illustrates the romantic ambiance that exudes Venice. Itinerary: 07:00 Boarding a vesselPlease arrive at a pier of Porec at least 15 minutes before the start of the trip, so that the boarding could pass smoothly. Our operatives would confirm each passenger from a list of passengers, which will be sent then to the Italian border police.07:30 Vessel departureAs soon as catamaran sails out, you can relax aboard while enjoying a cup of coffee with a freshly baked croissant (not included in price). Sailing into the Lagoon of Venice will offer us an amazing view of Venice from the open deck of the catamaran.10:30 Arrival at destinationWe will take a short walk to Piazza San Marco and, along the way, we will make a few short stops for a brief introduction of Venice. 11:30 Free timeWe recommend you to spend free time by strolling down the Venice streets and bridges while exploring channels with gondolas. Don't forget to try out the gastronomic offer of Venice. You can also visit one of Murano glass workshops where you will have the opportunity to see the whole process of glass making. We will inform you about the location and time of our departure back to the catamaran.17:00 Vessel departureOur departure would be an ideal opportunity to exchange impressions, enjoy the architecture, people and the view of Venice from the open deck of the catamaran.20:00 Excursion end, arrivalEntering the Porec lagoon, we will bring our all-day-long activity to an end.
Plitvice Private Day Trip from Porec
Plitvice Lakes National Park (Croatian: Nacionalni park Plitvička jezera) is one of the oldest national parks in Southeast Europe and the largest national park in Croatia. In 1979, Plitvice Lakes National Park was added to the UNESCO World Heritage register.The national park was founded in 1949 and is situated in the mountainous karst area of central Croatia, at the border to Bosnia and Herzegovina. The important north-south road connection, which passes through the national park area, connects the Croatian inland with the Adriatic coastal region.The protected area extends over 296.85 square kilometres (73,350 acres). Each year, more than 1 million visitors are recorded. Entrance is subject to variable charges, up to 180 kuna or around €24 per adult in peak season.We will make a few stops during our driving where you can make a piture of some popular area. We can also stop at any place you would like. After few hours we will come to Plitvice where you will enjoy in unique Croatian nature.Enjoy!