Top Istria Tours, Sightseeing & Cruises

Set sail from Pula to see the coast as the sun sets. Travel to Brijuni National Park and enjoy dinner and drinks on deck as you spot dolphins leaping out of the sea and swimming alongside the boat in their home waters of the park. On your way back to the port, enjoy views of the famous Pula lighting giants.

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Spend half a day kayaking, swimming, and cliff-jumping with this small-group tour from Valsaline Beach. You'll paddle out to sea, making your way to the so-called Tarzan cliff, where you'll have time to swim and cliff jump. You'll then continue to visit Pula's Cave, with time left over to swim and do more cliff jumping before returning to Valsaline Beach. Guides speak Croatian, English, German, Italian, and Serbian to accommodate diverse travelers.

Make the most of half a day at sea to discover the coastal highlights of Kamenjak National Park. On a cruise from Medulin, you'll explore the shoreline around the archipelago, stopping along the way to swim in sea caves and bask on secluded island beaches. An onboard lunch with drinks included is served while you're out on the water.

Book a Kamenjak Peninsula cruise hosted by the boat's owners for a personal experience. Aboard a small boat for up to 12 people, you'll explore south Istria on a route chosen by the owners for views of pebble bays and cliffs that bigger boats can't reach. Stops to swim, snorkel with provided diving masks, and admire marine life are included, with bottled water and snacks provided during the trip.

This boat trip gives you access to incredible sunset views that you wouldn’t see from the mainland, as well as the opportunity to spot dolphins in their natural habitat. After setting off from Vrsar, travel along the coast, so you can see Rovinj, Porec, Funtana from afar, while toasting the trip with alcoholic drinks on the boat.

With set itineraries and paces, group tours of Pula can feel rushed—not ideal if you want to linger in certain areas or have specific interests. Explore at your leisure on this private tour, joining a local guide to tackle the city at a speed that works for you. Along the way, see Roman-era monuments, a World War II memorial, bustling streets, and more.

Immerse yourself in the wild scenery of Istria’s Motovun Forest—and discover Croatia’s truffle-hunting traditions first-hand—on this one-of-a-kind, small-group tour. Pick a start time that works best for you, meet your guide in the village of Paladini, and head out accompanied by truffle dogs in search of the valuable mushrooms. After your hunting experience, return to enjoy a 3-course meal—plus drinks—prepared with a generous quantity of local truffles.

Admire Opatija when it’s bathed in a golden hour glow during a sunset boat ride on a traditional wooden boat. Relish the intimacy of a small group as you admire the Croatian coastline from a crowd-free vantage point on the water. You’ll also take home a Polaroid picture to remember your trip with.

Intimate Small-Group Sailing (Max 7 Guests): Our strict limit of just 7 guests per tour means a more personal, comfortable, and engaging atmosphere, with plenty of space for everyone to relax and enjoy the views. All-Inclusive Water Fun & Gear: This isn't just a sightseeing cruise! Your 4-hour adventure includes opportunities to swim in crystal-clear Istrian bays, try Stand Up Paddling (SUP), and explore underwater with provided snorkeling gear. Plus, capture your memories with an onboard GoPro camera. Generous Complimentary Local Drinks: Help yourself to our selection of included beverages, featuring Istrian wine, Teranino liqueur, beer, soft drinks, iced tea, and water. Authentic Coastal Discovery with a Local Skipper: Your friendly and knowledgeable local skipper will guide you to beautiful hidden coves and share insights about the Pula coast and the scenic Brijuni archipelago (views from the sea), ensuring a memorable and authentic sailing experience.

Istria's west coast has three major destinations strung along the Adriatic—Poreč, the Lim Fjord, and Rovinj—and seeing all of them in one day is often tackled by car, even though many locals know that the coastline is actually best seen from the water. Skip pricey private charters and set sail on this cost-efficient wooden-boat trip from Poreč, which includes a Rovinj stop, a Lim Fjord sail-through with a legendary pirate cave visit, and Vrsar.

Get ready for an atmospheric way to spend your evening—a panoramic boat trip where you can look out for dolphins in their natural habitat. As well as accessing incredible photo opportunities of the Vrsar archipelago, the trip also includes alcoholic drinks, so you can toast the sunset views in style.

Try your luck spotting dolphins in their natural habitat with the help of a skipper who knows the best, quietest spots that give you improved chances of seeing them. On this small-group boat tour around Rovinj, you don’t jostle your way through crowds of tourists—you set sail in a way more intimate group capped at just 10 people.

Take in the protected waters of the Brijuni National Park at the most picturesque hour of the day with this sunset dinner cruise. Set off from Pula and cruise into the national park, keeping your eyes peeled for frolicking dolphins as the sun dips below the horizon. Enjoy dinner on board, featuring grilled fish or pork—vegetarian options available—plus a full-service bar.

Enter the town of Poreč from a sea kayak. Paddle around the island's edge while learning about the town's history stretching across Empires from Venetian, Austrian, Italian, and Yogoslavia. Led by a guide, this UNESCO World Heritage Site looks even by sunset. On lucky evenings, dolphins can be seen swimming by the coast. Finish the tour with a drink at a local beach bar.

Did you ever see the dolphins at the sea? The boat will go to the open sea where you will wait for the dolphins and enjoy the amazing view of the west coast of Istria and the colorful sunset.

Rovinj is stunning from every angle but the very best perspective is from the sea. This kayaking tour blends adventure, storytelling, swimming, snorkeling, and optional cliff jumping to create a one-of-a-kind experience that is perfect for beginners and experienced paddlers alike. Glide along Rovinj’s coastline toward the Old Town and admire colorful waterfront houses and the Church of St. Euphemia while hearing stories about Rovinj’s maritime heritage.

Treat yourself to a stand-up paddleboard (SUP) experience in Pula under the night sky. You’ll paddle atop an LED-equipped board that illuminates the bay, offering glimpses of the sea life down below. Secure your place online, and enjoy a one-of-a-kind SUP experience that’s limited to just nine people per group.

Set sail on the Mediterranean Sea from the Medulin Peninsula and enjoy an on-board dinner with drinks included and Wi-Fi as you search the waves for dolphins—a common sight along the Croatian coastline. Enjoy the scenery as you sail along the coast and watch the sunset turn everything orange, then sail back to the harbor ready for wherever the night takes you.

The Pula seafront has many must-see spots, hidden gems, and beaches ideal for swimming and snorkeling. On this guided bike tour, cover the best of the area in about three hours of sightseeing. Highlights include swimming, snorkeling, and cliff jumping at Pigeon’s Cave, cycling along the old town and seafront promenade, and stopping at Verudela Canyon for more (optional) cliff jumping.

Do something few foodies in Istria ever get to, and follow the coveted truffle from the ground to your plate with this small-group truffle-hunting and tasting experience. Accompany the sniffer dogs trained to root out the truffles, and then head into a local family kitchen to use these fresh ingredients to make a meal with your hosts, as you learn all about the history of these mushrooms.

Avoid the tourist crowds with a private walking tour of Pula’s historic center. Stroll the streets for an intimate perspective of landmarks including the Roman amphitheater, city gates, harbor, and Venetian fortress, with illuminating insights provided by your local guide. Benefit from the flexibility of a private tour, exploring at a pace that suits you, and arrange a convenient departure time according to your schedule.

Discover the picturesque national park of Brijuni off the coast of Pula and find a world of crystal clear waters, sky-filling sunsets and, for much of the year, dolphins swimming in the bay. Take a boat ride along the coast and enjoy a traditional dinner of local produce on-board, with all-inclusive drinks and views from the sun decks and terraces.