Privately organized journey by plane or car to your hotel on the Krk Island. The Valamar Koralj Romantic Hotel is a ten-minute walk away from the island capital of the same name above a quiet bay amidst a spicy scented pine wood.

For today we suggest a tour to the sleepy village of Stara Baška. On a smoothly rising road with little traffic you reach an altitude of 300 m. In clear weather you can enjoy an impressive view of the Kvarner Bay. In a fast descent you reach Stara Baška, welcoming you with its clean beach to take a swim. After that you take the same way back to Punat. From there it is worthwhile visiting the monastery island Košljun, which can only be reached by boat. The old Franciscan monastery houses an ethnographical as well as a richly equipped zoological collection. In one of the two chapels you may marvel at the biggest picture of Croatia painted by Francesco Ughetti. In the afternoon you may go for a nice stroll in the alleys of Krk, the island capital, and enjoy the numerous historical references of the place.

Along minor roads and forest paths, be prepared for today's cycling tour which leads you first to Vrbnik. This old fishing village is one of the strongholds of the glagolitical scripts; furthermore the wine (vine Žlahtina) cultivated here can only be found in one more place on the Croatian mainland. With only 51 cm (1.7 ft.) in width Vrbnik presents one of the narrowest alleys in the world, which certainly should be part of your stroll through the village. After that you cycle to Dobrinj; on your way there you pass a fantastic viewpoint – a "must" for each tourist. Afterwards, in nice weather you should take the steep slope to Soline, where a healthy mud bath may develop its beneficial as well as its cooling effect. A slight climb along the villages of Tribulje and Kras takes you back towards Krk.

After having dropped your luggage for transport you cycle via Vrh to the ferry harbour of Valbiska. After a 45-minute crossing you reach the neighbouring island of Cres. When having reached the main road after a steep ascent it is at your disposal to take a rewarding detour to the island's capital of Cres town. Here a dreamy place with wonderful old parts, a famous Franciscan monastery, a beautiful promenade with fantastic beaches and a great meal welcomes you. With new strength you climb up a fantastic mountain pass with numerous view points, small deserted villages, and a nearly genuine jungle. The next place to go to is the ferry harbour of Porozina from where you cross to Brestova on the Istrian peninsula in 25 minutes. Here awaits you our transfer bus to take you to Rabac.

The route first takes you via Pazin to Gračišće. Today this medieval place on top of a hill is completely listed on a historic register, and for that very reason worthwhile an extended stroll. From there it is not too far to Pazin, the Istrian administrative main place. The history of Pazin covers a period of over 1000 years, and had been the residence of the Habsburg earldom for a long time. The castle that long ago inspired Jules Verne to write his novel Mathias Sandorf belongs to the biggest and best preserved throughout Istria. On hidden roads and through extended vineyards you finally reach Poreč, one of the most attractive towns of Croatia.

Poreč – one town – innumerable possibilities. Maybe you feel like having an easy day today: take your chance and cycle to one of the quiet bathing bays nearby or go on a shopping tour and enjoy relaxing in one of the excellent restaurants. But on no account miss visiting the famous Euphrasius-basilica, honoured with the world cultural heritage award. Today, there are, of course, endless opportunities to cycle. Thus you may visit the well-known stalactite cave of Baredine, go to Vrsar, the town of Casanova, or pedal along the Riviera coast of Poreč. We equip you with detailed information of the most interesting tours at your choice. Should you fancy a boat trip even to more distant places you may book a one-day excursion to lagoon-town of Venice (with a speed boat within 3 hrs).

Our suggestion for today is an Istrian round tour. From Poreč you can cycle via Višnjan deeper and deeper towards the centre of the peninsula. On your way you come along extended pastures on which the famous Istrian Boskarian cattle graze. The aim and climax of today's tour is the medieval town of Motovun; situated on top of a hill, the town was in control over the important sales routes and the whole valley of Istria's biggest river. The Motovun forest is a well-known place where the Istrian truffle can be found. In the late afternoon you will return to your hotel in Poreč.

After breakfast, check-out and individual journey home – or you may prolong your hotel stay. According to demand we can organize a transfer to your car.

Requirements (Level 2-3):
Not too difficult tours (up to 90 km / 56 miles and an average of 400 m / 1300 ft. difference in altitude) in a hilly countryside on fairly good roads. Road maps are put at your disposal – you set your own speed. Proposals are also made for shorter and less strenuous tours. Only the 2 sections when changing your hotel accommodation cannot be shortened. Please note that these stages are challenging for children.

Bringing Children:
Basically only children with a condition above average and a minimum age of 10 yrs are able to manage these cycling tours by themselves. Note that rented bikes are only available for people with a height of 120 cm or more. For children up to age 16 there is a helmet obligation in Croatia. You are strongly encouraged to bring your own well-fitted helmets. Rental helmets are not available.

Catering:
Half board in the hotels includes a rich breakfast and evening buffet; in the evening a free drink (juices from the machine, water, wine, or beer – of your own free choice) is offered.