HIKING

Arrival in Istria. Info meeting with Fiore representative at 7pm at the hotel reception area where we will provide you with the package including hotel vouchers, maps and a road book, luggate tags. Overnight in hotel “Casa la Parenzana”. Rural house in heart of Istria, a peaceful oasis for relaxation and an ideal starting point for daily exploration of this beautiful area.
Accommodation: Hotel Casa la Parenzana 3* in Volpija or Lovac 3* in Kaldanija (Buje area)
Meals: not included
Walking distance: no
Transfer: no

Short transfer to Brtonigla. The numerous acres of vineyards and olive groves are surrounded by pathways that lead towards meadows and woods, deep into the centre of vibrating nature that lives intact, far away from the modern civilisation. It is also a place where you can find superior wines and olive oils – many family cellars and tasting premises invite the travellers to discover the authentic power of the local lifestyle. After 3 hours walking through vineyards we reach Buje, a small town hilltop town. From the top of the hill you can enjoy the pretty view of terraced fields and arable land, vineyards and olive groves. Enjoy sightseeing in this town full of history and culture. The route finishes in front of your hotel where you will get by ex old railway. Overnight in Buje area.
Accommodation: Hotel Casa la Parenzana 3* in Volpija or Lovac 3* in Kaldanija (Buje area)
Meals: Breakfast included
Transfer: 10 minutes transfer
Walking distance: 16 km / 10 miles (4-5 h)
Points of interest: Brtonigla, Buje hill top town, Wine cellar with local wine, vineyards

After breakfast you are ready to start exploring istrian villages and hidden paths. After 10 minute transfer walking stage starts on ex railway Parenzana. Parenzana was a narrow – gauge Austrian railway connecting Trieste with Poreč through a series of Istrian small towns, for 123 kilometres long. The railway was in function from 1902 until 1935, and today, the track has been rearranged for cycling and hiking paths wounding through Istrian hills. Grožnjan will be your start point. After you saw It’s galleries and viewpoints you can pass through magnificent rolling landscapes and lively Istrian vineyards. After passing through several tunnels, over old bridges you can stop on many fascinating view point before reaching the village of Livade, the truffle center of the world where you can taste and buy some products with truffles. In front of Livade on a hill is the town of Motovun where is your hotel. Overnight in Motovun.
Accommodation: Hotel Kaštel 3* or Villa Borgo 3*in Motovun or similar
Meals: Breakfast included
Transfer: 10 minutes transfer luggage transfer
Walking distance: 25 km / 15 miles (approx 6-7 h) – there is possibility for shorter option 16 km / 8 miles, 3-4 hours
Points of interest: Parenzana ex railway line, Tunnels and bridges, Grožnjan the city or artists, Livade the truffle center of the world, Motovun

Today’s hike you will start from your hotel descending from the hilltop to the walking trail which guides you throught wineyards to
the small village Brkač where you can have istrian lunch in local tavern. On Parenzana trail you are heading back to Motovun. On
theway back you can stop in small winery where you can taste local wines.
Overnight in Motovun.
Accommodation: Hotel Kaštel 3* or Villa Borgo 3*in Motovun or similar
Meals: Breakfast included
Transfer: none
Walking distance:Ascent 429m / descent 429m, Distance 12 km / 7 miles (approx 3 h),
Hightlights: Motovun, vineyards, wine cellar

Ater breakfast short transfer to Oprtalj. Pitoresque little town deeply in Istrian peninsula from where it starts the Istrian Mountain Trail. The route goes downhill into the forest and passing Sv.Ivan (st.John) village. Next village in st. Lucija with a very beautiful church. Through few villages you will get to Control point where is also one of the best views on river Mirna valley. The trail is passing by the Pietrapelosa castle and leads down in the valley. After passing an aqueduct the trail goes on the hill towards the village of Mali Mlun and few more villages opens a beautiful view on the town of Buzet. Through a forest and fields the trail will get you to Buzet. Overnight in Buzet.
Accommodation: Hotel Vela Vrata 4*, Buzet or similar
Meals: Breakfast included
Transfer: 15 min transfer luggage transfer
Hiking distance: 19 km / 12 miles (5-6 hours) – there is possibility for shorter option 10 km/ 6 miles, 3 hours
Points of interest: Oprtalj, Untouched nature of inland, Mirna river valley view, City of Buzet.

Path from Buzet to Hum can be a circular trail or one way if you start from Hum.
The trail starts by the river and turns into the forest, passing over shallow river or riverbed if it’s dry.
It’s passing by some waterfalls with lakes. Nice, and not too steep, the trail leads you all the way to Korita, the water springs with natural pools and an old watermill. The trail continues following the riverbed and it’s passing trough Benčići, an abandoned village where you can see traditional Istrian stone houses. From there you’ll see Hum and it’s recognizable churchtower in the distance.
When you get to Hum, take a walk and you’ll understand why its the smallest town in the world. In Hum you can eat in the local “konoba”, a word form the local dialect that means restaurant. The “konoba” in hum offers you nothing but traditional istrian dishes. The «way of mistletoe» will lead you all the way back to Buzet. It takes about 3 hours of hiking in one way. Overnight in Buzet.
Accomodation: Hotel 4* “Vela Vrata” or similar
Meals: Breakfast included
Distance: Walking distance: one way 13 km / 8 miles (4-5) or circular trail 24 km / 15 miles (7-8)
Points of interest: Mirna river canyon, Nature, Old mill on the river, Kotli (natural pools), Hum the smallest city in the world

Transfer to Poklon ,saddle between two hills from where trail starts. It goes on the top of Učka mountain which is biggest mountain in Istria with altitude of 1401 m .From the top it goes all the way down on sea level in Lovran.Path is covered by oak and chestnut forests that give pleasant freshness in hot summers. The very summit of Ucka (Vojak) is worth to climb on for stunning panorama. The panorama of Kvarner bay includes sea and coastal towns, as well as the mountains in background: Obruc, Snjeznik and Risnjak Western side the whole Istra peninsula lies in front of you. Sometimes, if visibility is good, view towards to Venice and on Alps on the north side. Overnight in 4* hotel in Lovran.
Accommodation: Hotel Park 4* in Lovran or similar
Meals: Breakfast Included
Transfer: 30 min transfer from Buzet to Poklon (Startpoint) luggage transfer
Walking distance: 11km / 7 miles (approx 5-6 h), – there is possibility for shorter option 6 km / 4 miles, 2 hours
Points of interest: Učka nature park, Highest mountain in Istria (1401 m) , Beautiful 360° view on surrounding kvarner bay islands and Istrian inland.

DEPARTURE OR POSSIBILITY FOR EXTENDED STAY