Top Istria Half-day Tours

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.

Set sail from Pula 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 the port, enjoy views of the famous Pula lighting giants.

Escape the bustling city and discover Brijuni National Park’s island sights on board a traditional boat. Relax on deck with a fresh Mediterranean lunch and unlimited drinks included, and listen as your guide shares insights into the park’s history. Look out for native wildlife as you sail the Adriatic, before disembarking with free time to explore the St. Jerolim Island (entrance not included), with opportunities to swim, sight-see, and sunbathe.

Set sail on the Mediterranean Sea from the Medulin Peninsula and enjoy an on-board dinner and drinks as you search the waves for dolphins—a common sight along the Croatian coastline. Enjoy the scenery as you sail along the coast and watch the sunset turn everything orange, then sail back to the harbor ready for wherever the night takes you.

Discover the picturesque national park of Brijuni off the coast of Pula and find a world of crystal clear waters, sky-filling sunsets and, for much of the year, dolphins swimming in the bay. Take a boat ride along the coast and enjoy a traditional dinner of local produce on-board, with all-inclusive drinks and views from the sun decks and terraces.

Make the most of half a day at sea to discover the coastal highlights of Kamenjak National Park. On a cruise from Medulin, you'll explore the shoreline around the archipelago, stopping along the way to swim in sea caves and bask on secluded island beaches. An onboard lunch and drinks are served while you're out on the water.

Once you booked this small-group wine tour your personal driver is picking you up at the designated pick-up points. Then, you start your wine adventure and you’ll visit at least 2 important wineries in Istria. All wineries use distinct winemaking methods and offer different atmospheres. At each winery, you will taste at least 7 wine samples. Welcome to the Istrian Wine Express!

Discover Pula’s coves, cliffs, and remote beaches on this small-group kayaking adventure. Opting for a guided tour instead of exploring independently means you don’t need to worry about getting lost, and the guide provides top tips on the best spots to watch the sunset. As well as idyllic sunset views, visit sea caves, have a chance to go cliff jumping, and learn more about the history of the local area.

Discover some of Croatia’s most cinematic scenery—and bring your camera along to capture it—on this small-group, half-day boat tour. In the morning, make your own way to the departure point in Novigrad, meet your vessel, and hop aboard. You’ll sail along the Zrmanja River, will see its soaring canyon, can swim in area waterfalls, and can learn about the region’s place in movie history.

The Pula seafront has many must-see spots, hidden gems, and beaches ideal for swimming and snorkeling. On this guided bike tour, cover the best of the area in about three hours of sightseeing. Highlights include swimming, snorkeling, and cliff jumping at Pigeon’s Cave, cycling along the old town and seafront promenade, and stopping at Verudela Canyon for more (optional) cliff jumping.

Taste your way around Pula with this food walking tour of the city’s speciality shops, eateries, and markets. You’ll discover the history of the wider Istrian cuisine as you walk with a guide, and sample favorite local snacks and wine each time you stop. A total of six food tastings and three wine tastings are included on the tour, so be sure to come with an appetite.

A tour designed for all the foodies who love to explore local cuisines. During a 3-hour tour, you will enjoy a variety of dishes from different parts of Istria, ranging from traditional to modern classics, and find out more about local customs. It's a fun and informative tasting tour to the food market, but also a traditional local restaurant, street food restaurants with a modern twist, and food shops in the very city center of Pula. Piece of advice - come hungry! • taste the most traditional and modern Croatian food • visit the food market like a true local • discover the best food shops and restaurants with a local guide • learn fun facts about the customs of people in Pula

Learn about Pula's rich culinary traditions while you sample all sorts of local delights with this guided walking tour. You and your small group of fellow travelers will walk past some of the city's most important historic attractions, with plenty of food stops along the way. Be sure to come with an empty stomach: you'll try seven different food items, three types of wine, and olive oil.

Book a Kamenjak Peninsula cruise that's hosted by the boat's owners for an experience that offers more of a personal touch. Aboard a small boat for up to 12 people, you'll explore south Istria on a route chosen by the owners for views of the pebble bays and cliffs that bigger boats can't get near. Stops to swim, snorkel, and admire the marine life are part of the experience.

Discover one of Croatia’s fascinating ruined fortresses, built all along the coastline as defense against intruders. Find your way through olive groves and vineyards and visit hidden gem coves and beaches as you explore the Vodnjan Fortress and its surrounding area, now being taken back by nature. See traditional “field houses”, and cycle back with views of the Brijuni islands.

This boat tour allows you to get more out of your time in Croatia as you can explore its beauty while accessing unobstructed photo opportunities from the water. A fun way to go sightseeing; you can enjoy unlimited alcoholic drinks on the boat, and if you’re lucky you might even spot some dolphins. Along the way, highlights include views of Rovinj’s Old Town, Lim Fjord, and Vrsar.

This is the tour from Pula in which you have attractive swimming break, a panoramic tour of the Brijuni National Park, lunch, unlimited drinks, a guide on board and all of this included in the price of the trip. Cruise with modernly Ship EUROPA which is equipped with 2 toilets, 2 terraces, air-conditioned lounge ,modern kitchen and a bar , and at which you will be hosted by Ours Professional and Friendly crew and a Captain with many years of experience at the sea. From our luxury ship " Europa ", your group will see many sights of the Brijuni National Park, such as the island of Vanga from Tito , Small island Brijuni with the Minor fortress, Big island Brijuni. After comfortable transportation, your group will stop for a break from 2-2.5 hours for swimming on the hidden coast of Štinjanska uvala. Visit the hidden beach bar Lost bay, which is located at the very bottom of Štinjanska uvala or simply take a look at the Punta Cristo fortress.

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.

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.

Travel up the coast of the Istrian peninsula and visit three other Croatian towns during this half-day tour. Along with your guide and small group of seven or fewer, stop in Rovinj for a guided walking tour around the Old Town. Then it’s on to Bale, once the hideout of the infamous Casanova, as well as Vodnjan, home to the UNESCO-listed Kazuna Park before heading back to 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.

Enter the town of Poreč from a sea kayak. Paddle around the island's edge while learning about the town's history stretching across Empires from Venetian, Austrian, Italian, and Yogoslavia. Led by a guide, this UNESCO World Heritage Site looks even by sunset. On lucky evenings, dolphins can be seen swimming by the coast. Finish the tour with a drink at a local beach bar.