Top Rovinj Historical Tours

Discover botanical gardens, aristocratic villas, and charming promenades on this 7-hour trip to the elegant city of Opatija and its surrounding area. You'll save time organizing transport by having round-trip transfers included, and you'll get to visit smaller rural sites such as the fortified hilltop town of Mošćenice. Another highlight is a trip to Plomin village which has a stunning Old Town, and offers great views of Kvarner Bay.

Croatia is known for its culinary heritage, but it can be difficult to know where to go for a taste of traditional cuisine. Discover authentic Istrian fare on a food tasting tour from Rovinj, visiting Buzet, Motovun, and Novigrad along the way to sample a range of the region’s flavors. Try local liquors, olive oil, truffles, and wines, benefiting from round-trip transfer between dispersed locations.

Make the most of your time in the Balkans with a day trip to Slovenia’s Postojna Cave and Predjama Castle from Rovinj. Discover the well-known cave’s natural formations, flora, and fauna before heading to Predjama Castle, nestled in the cliff face, to explore its medieval history and Renaissance architecture. Enjoy seamless transfer to each location with round-trip transportation from your hotel, and avoid hidden costs with entrance fees included.

Discover the UNESCO-listed Plitvice Lakes National Park and avoid hidden costs on a day trip that includes entry, lunch, and round-trip transfer from your hotel. Learn about the park’s waterfalls, lakes, and forests from your guide, and enjoy an intimate look at the natural spectacle as you explore the site by foot.

Get to know Slovenia's Lake Bled on this full-day tour from western Croatia. With your guide in the lead, visit Bled Castle (entrance fees included( and enjoy a serene boat ride on the lake itself. Pickup and drop-off from select hotels included.

When in Rovinj, you definitely deserve to go beyond the bay area with its cafés and restaurants, beyond the beaches and the cocktail bars. Because this place hides secrets that have so far been difficult to discover and explore for the individual traveler as city tours were only available for organised groups.

When in Rovinj, you definitely deserve to go beyond the bay area with its cafés and restaurants, beyond the beaches and the cocktail bars. Because this place hides secrets that have so far been difficult to discover and explore for the individual traveler as city tours were only available for organised groups.

This tour of "Istrian hill tops cities" will give you an impression of inner Istria. Driving to Groznjan we will stop for a photo on Lim Fjord. In Groznjan we will walk the ancient streets. If we are lucky, we might get to know one of the local artists. After Groznjan we will go to Motovun. In Motovun we will have a walking tour, tasting of truffle products and we will visit the city walls where you can enjoy the "View of half Istria". There you will have some free time for lunch, I can reserve a table for you at the famous restaurant "Mondo". There you can eat A la Cart, of course their specialty are truffle dishes. From Motovun we will go to a small olive oil producer and try one of the worlds best olive oils, Istrian "Liquid gold". On Our way to Vodnjan we will stop in Pazin to see the Abyss.

The ‘Golden Island’ of Krk lies in Kvarner Bay, just off the coast of Rijeka. On this tour, drive across to the island and spend the morning exploring its picturesque villages and beautiful beaches. Along the way, admire historic landmarks like Krk Cathedral and Frankopan Castle, walk the scenic seafront promenades, and tuck into a delicious lunch (own expense) of Krk cuisine and wine.

Discover three small towns along Croatia’s Istrian peninsula on this full-day tour from Rijeka. Visit Hum, the ‘smallest city in the world’, and sample local specialty, ‘miska’ brandy; explore the hilltop medieval town of Motovun and taste regional foods and wines; and tour the famous Sculpture Park of Labin.

Explore one of the most charming cities on the Adriatic coast – Piran. This scenic town found its home in a secluded Piran Bay. With the Adriatic shimmering around it, Piran has a rich cultural heritage that is mostly influenced by its time within the Venetian Republic. Its medieval centre is adorned with cobbled streets, colourful houses, cafes & restaurants. It might be tiny, but it has a lot to offer, from Tartini main square, city walls, Church of St. George, and a lovely promenade. Without a doubt, one of the best things to do in Piran is to see a town from above, and the best way to do it is by visiting Piran’s City Walls. Situated on the hill behind the town centre, climb up onto the walls and you’ll be rewarded with an epic panoramic view. Be sure to bring your camera!

From ugly duckling to a beautiful swan - discover how Opatija transformed itself quickly from a humble fisherman's village to a "place to be" for the Austrian aristocracy. Walk with me through the historical parts of Opatija, find out why it's nicknamed the Pearl of the Adriatic, the Old Dame or the Queen of tourism and why people consider this town to be the real cradle of tourism for the country. In this tour we will walk on the seaside promenade pass the old mansions, through the flower gardens where it all began, and discover it's past and present that makes Opatija one of the most beautiful towns in Croatia.

Pula is the largest city in Istria, but is often overlooked by visitors to Rovinj due to its distance up the coast. Discover the city’s famous Roman monuments, beaches, and eateries on a day trip from Rovinj, and forget the hassle of travel with round-trip transport and hotel/port pickup and drop-off included. Explore the city with a guide, and avoid hidden costs with site entrance fees included.

This is an ideal tour of Zagreb. We start with a drive through the downtown area of Zagreb and cover the Green Horseshoe of Zagreb and it's main sights. After parking the car we continue for a walking tour of the upper town of Zagreb - Kaptol and Gradec where the history of the city lies.

Travelers that want to see more of Croatia in less time should make the most of the trip from Rijeka to Zagreb with this one-way private transfer, where you can explore Croatia's celebrated Plitvice Lakes National Park. After convenient hotel pickup, head right to the park. Enjoy views of lakes and waterfalls, and plentiful flora and fauna. After soaking up the natural sights, enjoy swift travel to Zagreb, where you're dropped off at your hotel.

Together with the professional guide, you will visit the most charming places in the city. Do the Rovinj locals speak another language than Croatian? Is it true that Rovinj is famous as a scenic wonder by tourists? You will have a chance to explore the city, while hearing fascinating facts and legends. What is the inspiration behind Rovinj’s architecture? What do Palud Marsh and The Duo Sorelle mean to the locals? You will be surprised how many stories are hidden in the streets, buildings and corners of Rovinj. Your charming guide will tell you what is special and unique about living in this city. Perfect for those who are visiting the city for the first time and want to get the most of it!

Learn about the cunning pirates, skillful sailors and sturdy builders of the Istrian hilltop towns who praised their environment and lived off their surroundings for centuries before the known times. Discover the ancient community and organisation that held the Histri people as a whole till the arrival of the forceful Romans. * This itinerary includes pick up in Rovinj, Poreč or Pula. Contact me if you have a larger group and/or need me to pickup from a different location in Istria. * If you have a specific itinerary in mind contact me and I'll customize the tour for you.

Visit Krk, one of the largest islands in the Adriatic Sea, situated in the Kvarner Bay. More than 2.500 hours of sunshine per year, make it the sunniest part of Europe.

The beautiful peninsula of Istria is known for its stunning coastal sights, historic attractions, and delicious culinary specialties. Save hours of research time searching where to eat in Istria, and go on a guided tour instead. Visit the tiny town of Hum, the ancient city of Motovun, and Groznjan town. Along the way, try a variety of local dishes, as well as wine and liquor.

Exclusive experience in Rijeka "The European Capital of Culture 2020". Visit statue of J.P. Kamov, Chapel of St. Nepomuk, Liberation monument on Delta, Memorial bridge, HNK Ivana pl. Zajca, Old City Hall, City Tower, Modelo Palace, Municipial Palace, St Vitus Cathedral, Galeb – the former yacht of J.B. Tito, warehouses in the harbour, the pier of Rijeka – Molo Longo, market and it's pavilions, house of Simeon Adamic, Turkish house and Trsat Castle all in one tour

Visit two cities on Croatia’s Istrian Peninsula, Porec and Pula. First up: Pula, with its harbor, scenic coastlines, and Roman ruins. After a lunch of traditional Istrian cuisine, it’s on to Porec. Here, stroll the streets of the Old Town as your guide shares information about the region’s storied history.

The exclusive tour only in the Christmas period! This special times brings magic in Rovinj. Together with the professional local guide, you will visit the most beautifully decorated places in Rovinj. You will feel spellbound with the charming atmosphere, which you can feel only this time of the year! What is the story of the Christmas tree? Who was the first to decorate it in the world? What magical things can happen during the Christmas period? Have you heard about Christmas spells? You will hear miraculous Christmas legends about Rovinj. You will visit a magically lit Christmas tree and the old town around it. What makes it so popular? What local products must taste at Christmas? Fill your heart with the joy and experience magic of Rovinj.

Each tour is a unique experience made just for you and your interests. We make the tour together and interact. I encourage you to feel comfortable and part of the local atmosphere by understanding your background because I spent many years abroad.The tour and its price are made for the individual guests, it's affordable and a precious memory of your holidays. Rovinj won't be only a destination after this tour, it will be a place where you will want to return for inspiration.

Learn about the history of Istria, not only the town we are visiting. I'll be happy to give you restaurant and sights suggestions according to the place of your stay. Take a tour with a true local and learn about the way of living in Istria.