Dolce Vita in Istria – Idyllic Honeymoon

Day 1 : Zagreb

Welcoming at Zagreb Airport and private transfer to your hotel to check-in. Live a unique travel experience: Romantic and unforgettable tour of the city of Zagreb with the electric replica of the legendary Ford T model. Discover Zagreb in a different way and go back in time to the beginning of the 20th century. Your driver, who is also a tour guide, will tell you everything you need to know about the history and legends of the city of Zagreb. This tour perfectly combines the principles of sustainable tourism and original sightseeing with a fully electric Ford T.

40 min tour of the Upper City. Overnight in a luxury 5-star hotel. Superior room.

Day 2 : Zagreb

On the way to the Plitvice Lakes, a paradise of water. Road from your hotel to the Plitvice Lakes National Park. On your way, several stops are offered to you. Kerlovac is a small village where an aquarium has just opened. Visit the War Museum in Turanj. Then head towards Rastoke, the village of watermills, located at the confluence of the rivers Slunjčica and Korana, where a multitude of waterfalls, lakes and bodies of water reveal the natural beauty of this place. Or head towards Kuterevo to stop at a small bear refuge for convalescing bears run by a volunteer association fighting for the preservation of the species.

Check-in at your hotel near the Plitvice Lakes National Park. Overnight in a 4-star hotel near the lakes and the entrance to the National Park. Deluxe room. Rental of a compact C-Class vehicle, type Opel Astra or similar , including:

– Unlimited mileage
– VAT tax
– Manual gearbox
– One driver insurance
– Basic third party insurance: CDW and TP.

Terra Balka can offer other options. On the spot the renter will be able to propose you additional insurances if necessary. – Option included: Delivery of your vehicle at your hotel (according to disponibilities).

Day 3 : Plitvice Lakes NP

Exceptional day’s walk in the heart of the Plitvice Lakes National Park.

Road to reach the park’s surroundings. You have several choices of visit and we recommend a full exploration. Departure by panoramic train to reach the upper end of the park. The visit begins with a ride along the Upper Lakes, the wildest part of the park, where the lakes merge, the platforms on which you walk pass over bodies of water and waterfalls. The water flows from all sides, it’s magical. Electric boat crossing on Lake Kozjak. Let’s go for a walk on the lower part of the park, through the gorges of the Lower Lakes, which will take you to the Great Waterfall. Continue to the top of the gorge with a panoramic view. Return on foot or by train. This circular program allows you to enjoy the beauty of the lake area of the park as a whole.

-> 8.9 kilometres walk on wooden footbridge. Little elevation gain. About 5 to 6-hour walk. Entry ticket to the park included. Overnight in a 4-star hotel near the lakes and the entrance to the National Park. Deluxe room.

Day 4 : Opatija

Route along the Adriatic or inland to Opatija, a prestigious seaside resort. Check-in at the hotel. Overnight in a 3-star hotel on an private island, in front of Rovinj at a 5-minutes boat trip. Standard room.

Day 5 : Rovinj

Free day in Rovinj. Cultural discovery, snorkeling, sailing or yachting, foray into green Istria, Rovinj is full of activities and interests within its walls and is the ideal starting point for any kind of excursion. Unless you prefer to take advantage of its beaches and coves to sunbathe and dive into the crystal clear waters of the archipelago.

-> Do you have a special wish? We can offer you different options of activities from a few hours to a full day. Please contact us for more information. Overnight in a 3-star hotel on an private island, in front of Rovinj at a 5-minutes boat trip. Standard room.

Day 6 : Oprtalj

From one Istria to the other. Blue Istria still offers many beautiful discoveries before heading up to Green Istria and its perched villages. Head north to the small town of Vrsar. Before that, overlook the Lim Canal (or fjord) before reaching Porec, its narrow streets and monuments and then the pretty town of Novigrad. Then discover the beautiful village of Groznjan. Arrival in Oprtalj, in the middle of the hills. Check-in at the hotel. Tasting break. Stop in a vineyard for about 1.5 hours of discovery. Visit of the design and modern facilities, which offer a magnificent panorama of the region. Dive into the philosophy of the place. Tasting of 5 wines, accompanied by cheese, bread and olives. The cuvée reine is an excellent red wine! In addition to the wines, you can taste the olive oil or the famous grappa. Overnight in 4-star guesthouse, in the village of Oprtalj, a small paradise in the middle of Istria where you will feel at home . Superior room.

Day 7 : Oprtalj

Free day in the heart of Istria. A day without a programme, at your own pace, according to your wishes: take time to walk in the hills, in the heart of the perched villages or in the vineyards, relax by the swimming pool, meet your hosts or taste wine in a nearby vineyard. A free day that could be full of unusual experiences! Overnight in 4-star guesthouse, in the village of Oprtalj, a small paradise in the middle of Istria where you will feel at home . Superior room.

Day 8 : Oprtalj

Heading to the capital of Croatia. Heading north to reach Zagreb. Delivery of your vehicle at the airport. Check-in and boarding.