Private Tour

Magical Istria

Overview

Available languages

English

8 hours

Mobile ticket

Istria - the heart-shaped peninsula where

Continental Croatia meets the Adriatic - you will have the opportunity to

see the beautiful and diverse Croatian landscape.

Sit back and enjoy our day tour to a region of an esteemed gastronomic

acknowledgments (fresh seafood, prime truffles, top-rated olive oils and

award-winning wines) and once we sprinkle it with a historical charm of a

medieval castles and towns you will truly have a little slice of heaven

with a chocolate topping!

Additional Info

Specialized infant seats are available

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

Not recommended for pregnant travelers

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What To Expect

Hilltop Walled Ancient City of Motovun

Its location, overlooking the vast Motovun forest rich in truffles and hillside vineyards, makes it one of the most beautiful and unique Mediterranean old towns.

2 hours • Admission Included

Opatija

Opatija officially gained the status of Royal health resort within the Austro-Hungarian Empire. You will have the opportunity to take a peek at the most romantic promenade of the Adriatic coast while enjoying the traditional winter Advent and Chocolate Festival.

1 hour • Admission Not Applicable

What‘s Included

Coffee and/or Tea

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Magical Istria

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Reviews

5.00

6 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Roaming Istria
706irwinj,,Nov 29, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We have been staying near Motovun for 3 months in a stone Cain at Marissa’s wine estate and visiting castles, churches and nearby Slovenia. It has been superb, a great experience, food has been great too
Wonderful Istria
Mary Joan B,,Apr 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
It was just awesome. The tour guide was well-versed of the details that walking through the alleys made one feel like walking down history lane.
2nd trip, still Awesome!!!
UniqueSin,,Nov 8, 2022
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Our group of 6 did a 15-day private tour with Jakov - from Slovenia to Istria region of Croatia, go down south to Dubrovnik, Montenegrin, Mostar and finally back to Zagreb. It has been an awesome trip, excellent food and wine…Jakov is very experienced and look into all logistics details and is very passionate in sharing about his country and culture. He’s a guide you can rely on when you encounter unexpected situations during overseas travel. Big thanks to Jakov!!! Singapore Lah group Kim Boon & Jenny Tee Aun & Kat Boon & Siew Hong
Enjoyable Trip and a lot of fun
WWWong39,,Sep 19, 2022
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
I am very impressed with Jakob’s intimate knowledge of the place He is very funny and professional. He only recommends the best restaurants. Highly recommend!
Excellent value for money.
639annalieseb,,Jul 29, 2022
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Touring with The guide only has advantages. I have travelled the world on my own. Once with an organised tour through Israel and Jordan, after which I decided never again. I did not 0like the strict programme, like attending a compulsory school tour, and the rudeness of the guide, who just listed facts, was stressful and not learningful. We immigrated to Croatia one year ago, and a guided tour was definitely not in our planning. We live here. However my husband and I, by chance, did a one day tour of Samabour and surrounding areas with Jakov, owner of The Guide. To my biggest surprise it was a joyful day during which we learned so much about our new homeland. After which we, and a friend, booked a five-day-Istrian tour. Jakov is sensitive to the needs of his clients. The information he gives, is given with insight and care. Never listing boring facts, but giving carefully selected historical, social and political information mixed with humour. He is also prepared to discuss his clients statements and questions. The pre planning was done excellently with sending concepts to us, discussing what type of accommodation would be suitable for us. Choosing Rovenji, as a base, from where we toured every day, was perfect. Some places was taken from the planning and adding others that could be of more interest to us, added As I am an artist, Groznjan, a mediaeval city and now a official artist community was added. I was highly surprised by the skillful etchings, and creative crafts, that I saw. In Motovan, apart from tasting truffles, Jakov explained the method of hunting truffles, the qualities of good truffles, as well as how the industry is being sustained for us. We visited the amphitheatre of Pula before,but with Jakov’s guidance realised that we actually only saw it and obtained a few facts. Now we could see it in context of the reasons for its existence, how it was used, and the functions it fulfilled in Roman society. Staying over in Krktown for our last evening was a beautiful ending to a very, very special experience. With careful calculations I also realised that it is cheaper doing it this way if your purpose is to learn about history, culture and nature. One visits so many more places in a short time, getting to enjoy and learn without the extra stress of making travelling arrangements and
Fantastic Istria
Suzanne W,,May 29, 2022
- Review from Viator
5.00
Our guide was 1st class.Clean car.Comfortable.Would recommend anyone to use it.Jakov was fantastic.Talked well and very informative