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Istria, Croatia: Walks & Orchids

Istria, Croatia: Walks & Orchids

Istria, Croatia: Walks & Orchids Overview

Explore the heart-shaped peninsula of Istria on foot and enjoy fresh farm cuisine on a week-long trip. Discover Pula Arena, the best preserved Roman amphitheatre in the world, the mediaeval fortified town of Dvigrad, Rovinj’s picturesque harbour, the hilltop town of Motovun with its 14C battlements and Byzantine frescoes in Hum, the smallest ‘town’

Istria, the large heart-shaped peninsula at the head of the Adriatic, is divided between Croatia, Slovenia and Italy. Roman, Venetian and Italian for much of its history, it is a delightful discovery, offering ancient ports and fishing villages along the coast and mediaeval hilltop towns and fresco-filled churches inland. The naturalists will appreciate the region’s diverse habitats, ranging from dry Mediterranean grassland and maquis to karst upland covered by beech and oak forests.

Gastronomy features highly in the Istrian lifestyle. Special dishes make the best of fresh fish and seafood. Truffles, both black and white, grow in the forests. Croatia’s most innovative wine makers are found in Istria and every farmer makes his or her own sheep’s cheeses, olive oil and pršut (the distinctive local version of prosciutto).
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Istria, Croatia: Walks & Orchids by Ann, 16 May 2022
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Inspirational walking in Istria - the scenery, the food and wine, the walking, the history , the culture - all embraced ... read more

Istria, Croatia: Walks & Orchids by Hilary, 16 May 2022
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a walking holiday which included wildflowers , churches with beaurtiful frescos and hill towns .All wine and food included ... read more

Istria, Croatia: Walks & Orchids by pajs, 14 May 2022
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A lovely combination of good walking with time to look at the many orchids, plus visits to wonderful churches with old frescoes... read more

Istria, Croatia: Walks & Orchids by Orchid lover, 10 May 2022
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A thoroughly enjoyable combination of good walking, wonderful wild flowers, amazing frescoed churches and really good meals ... read more

Istria, Croatia: Walks & Orchids by pjwilliamsna, 30 May 2019
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Expert led walks staying at comfortable hotels and carefully chosen restaurant meals read more

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Istria, Croatia: Walks & Orchids by Ann, 16 May 2022
Traveller rating:

Inspirational walking in Istria - the scenery, the food and wine, the walking, the history , the culture - all embraced ... read more

Istria, Croatia: Walks & Orchids by Hilary, 16 May 2022
Traveller rating:

a walking holiday which included wildflowers , churches with beaurtiful frescos and hill towns .All wine and food included ... read more