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Istria is a common name of the area between Trieste gulf and Kvarner in Northern Adriatic nowadays shared between Slovenia and Croatia with a strong and permanent Italian influence. Some people compare Istria's landscape to Tuscany.

Our tour

This tour can start in

• Ljubljana or
• any coastal town (Piran, Portoroz', Koper, Izola)

where we pick you up at desired location. Pick up at other location in Slovenia is also possible. The itinerary may vary (due to season, your specific desires, pick-up location, ...) but it will definitely fulfill your day.

The tour will take us to Slovenian part of Istria starting with Socerb castle, Strunjan or Sec'ovlje saltpans, historical town of Piran, one of the quiet inland villages (e.g. Kos'tabona) and Hrastovlje. We can also taste some local food and drinks (tipically Istrian or traditionally Italian) and, during summer of course, preferably take some swimming, sunbathing or even cruising in Strunjan nudist beach, also popular among gay people. This tour is available every day of the year.

Seaside

On the seaside there is quite a few interesting historical towns and tourist resorts such as Koper, Izola, Strunjan, Fiesa, Piran and Portoroz'. It's possible to take some sunbathing from April - October and outdoor swimming from June - October. Indoor swimming possible all year round in Portoroz and Koper numerous spas and swimming pools. For those interesting in gambling there is a casino in Portoroz.
 

Socerb castle is located on the Karst Edge. There is a beautiful view over Trieste, the neighbouring villages and Istria	Sunset at Strunjan beach (popular among gay people). The area is declared as natural park	Piran, a historical town with Venetian style houses, narrow streets, main Tartini square,  mandrac' (the harbour), the town wall and much more

Inland Istria

Inland Istria is a quiet area, known by its landscapes, food, wine, architecture, music and villages just like from fairy tales.
 

Sec'ovlje saltpans; once abandoned, now recovering and known by traditional salt making. A home to numerous species of birds and plants	Kos'tabona is located on a ridge overlooking the Dragonja River valley	A village with Romanesque church from the beginning of 12th century with famous "Dance of Death" frescoe

A taste to remember

Istria offers a variety of different local food, including fresh seafood on the coast or truffles in inland Istria. Truffles are a rare delicacy and believed to be an aphrodisiac.

Price:

• tour from Ljubljana: EUR 139,00 per car (up to three people)
• tour from the coast: EUR 99,00 per car (up to three people)

Includes transportation and arrangements; does not include restaurants, admission to attractions or travel insurance.