What type of trip is this?

This is an individual, self-guided cycling trip. You will receive detailed travel documents (maps, route description, places to visit, important phone numbers) plus a navigation app and a videobriefing. Telephone assistance is available throughout the tour.

How long is the tour and how many kilometres will you cycle?

The tour lasts 5 days / 4 nights, with a total cycling distance of about 135–165 km. Daily stages vary by route variant, with some days offering shorter or longer options.

What accommodation is included?

You will stay in 3-star hotels and occasionally 4-star hotels, in double rooms with private facilities. Breakfast is included. Any local tourist tax is to be paid directly on site.

Is luggage transport included?

Yes. Your luggage will be transported from hotel to hotel during the tour.

Short Break Trieste to Porec

Istria Peninsula and Adriatic Coast (Trieste to Porec)

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Tour

E-bike, Trekking bike, Gravel Bike

Duration

5 days / 4 nights

Distance

200Km

Selfguided

2/5 Medium-Easy

Moderate-Easy, between 25 and 65 kilometers per day with an elevation gain between 150 and 300 meters.

Linear

The starting point is different from the ending point, with overnight stays in different hotels and daily stages.

Short Description

You will start in Trieste, a lively border city shaped by the meeting of Mediterranean and Central European worlds. From here you will cross into Slovenia on gentle cycling paths, then follow the colourful Croatian coast into sunlit Istria. You will roll past fishing villages, small seaside towns, karst hills, valleys and vineyards—always with the Adriatic close by, and with plenty of chances to pause for a swim in hidden coves and bays.

Tour Program

Day 1: Arrival in Trieste
You will arrive independently in Trieste and settle into your hotel. You will have free time to explore the city and enjoy a good coffee.

Day 2: Trieste – Piran/Portorož (35 km or 65 km, depending on the variant)
After just a few kilometres you will cross the Italian border into Slovenia. You will follow pleasant cycle paths through Koper and Izola, then continue to Piran and Portorož, known for its thermal centres. For a shorter option, you may take the ferry from Trieste to Muggia (ticket not included). The longer variant runs inland through the Val Rosandra. From Muggia you will ride along the coast, accompanied by the reflections and scent of the sea.

Day 3: Piran/Portorož – Umag - Novigrad (35–60 km)
Soon after departure you will cycle through the Sečovlje salt pans, where salt is produced by natural evaporation. You will then ride towards the Croatian border and enter Istria, the largest peninsula of the Adriatic Sea. The landscape becomes gently hilly, and the route towards Umag passes orchards and vineyards. In the evening you can enjoy a walk through medieval lanes to the town tower.

Day 4: Umag/Novigrad – Porec (20–40 km)
You will ride along the coast to Novigrad, a small seaside town surrounded by fortified walls at the mouth of the Mirna (Quieto) River. You will continue to Porec, known for its artistic heritage, with the possibility to visit the UNESCO-listed Euphrasian Basilica, rich in mosaics.

Day 5: Departure from Porec
You will depart independently, or you may choose to extend your stay.

✅ What is included in the trip?

🏨 Overnight stay and breakfast
📞 Local telephone assistance 7/7
📲 GPS or navigation APP
💼 Luggage transfer

❌ What is not included?

🚎 Transfers not listed as "Included"
✈️ Journey to/from the starting point of the tour
🍽️ Meals and drinks not listed as "Included"
🖼️ Entrance fees ferries and anything not listed as "Included"
🛡️ Travel insurance
🌎 Tourist taxes

💸 Cancellation fees

Time Range
Full refund

Short Break Trieste to Porec

Trieste is a border city rich in monuments, churches, museums and palaces
The route crosses Slovenia via the coastal towns of Koper and Izola
The ride passes the Sečovlje salt pans, where salt is produced by natural evaporation
Umag's old town reflects Roman origins and hosts the annual ATP Croatia Open
Novigrad is a fortified seaside town at the mouth of the Mirna (Quieto) River
Porec features the UNESCO-listed Euphrasian Basilica with mosaic artworks
Cycling follows the colourful Adriatic coast with opportunities to stop at coves and bays

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Accommodation categories

To guarantee maximum flexibility, we work with carefully selected hotels across Europe. The exact list of properties is confirmed after booking.

Economy

⭐⭐

Economy

2–3★ hotels, charming guesthouses and Bed & Breakfasts. Simple, comfortable and locally run — ideal for travellers who prefer investing in the experience rather than the room.

Standard

⭐⭐⭐

Standard

3–4★ hotels, countryside farmhouses and B&Bs. A balance of quality and value, with welcoming ambience and excellent breakfasts to fuel your daily stages.

Superior

⭐⭐⭐⭐

Superior

4–5★ hotels and 3★ Superior properties. Premium comfort, refined interiors and attentive service — for travellers who want a little extra after a great day in the saddle.

How it works

🔍1

Choose your tour

Browse our curated selection of self-guided cycling holidays across Europe and find the route that suits your pace and style.

📋2

Request a quote

Tell us your travel dates, group size and any preferences. Our team will send you a personalised quote within a few hours.

🎒3

Receive your travel pack

Once confirmed, you receive everything you need: GPS tracks, hotel vouchers, route maps, luggage transfer details and our 7/7 assistance number.

🚲4

Ride & discover

Pedal at your own pace and enjoy the journey. We handle the logistics — you focus on the experience.

🙋 Frequently asked questions

What type of trip is this?
This is an individual, self-guided cycling trip. You will receive detailed travel documents (maps, route description, places to visit, important phone numbers) plus a navigation app and a videobriefing. Telephone assistance is available throughout the tour.
How long is the tour and how many kilometres will you cycle?
The tour lasts 5 days / 4 nights, with a total cycling distance of about 135–165 km. Daily stages vary by route variant, with some days offering shorter or longer options.
What accommodation is included?
You will stay in 3-star hotels and occasionally 4-star hotels, in double rooms with private facilities. Breakfast is included. Any local tourist tax is to be paid directly on site.
Is luggage transport included?
Yes. Your luggage will be transported from hotel to hotel during the tour.