{"id":2501,"date":"2023-06-16T08:38:58","date_gmt":"2023-06-16T08:38:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/croatia-tours.com\/?post_type=vacation-packages&p=2501"},"modified":"2025-01-13T12:54:12","modified_gmt":"2025-01-13T12:54:12","slug":"radtour-von-den-julischen-alpen-nach-istrien","status":"publish","type":"vacation-packages","link":"https:\/\/croatia-tours.com\/de\/vacation-packages\/julian-alps-to-istria-cycling-tour\/","title":{"rendered":"Radtour von den Julischen Alpen nach Istrien"},"content":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"featured_media":0,"template":"","categories":[13,12],"class_list":["post-2501","vacation-packages","type-vacation-packages","status-publish","hentry","categories-active","categories-cycling"],"acf":{"main_site_title":"","tagline":"Embark on a transformative journey from Slovenia's Julian Alps to Croatia's Adriatic Sea, cycling through diverse landscapes and cultures.","cover_image":2508,"has_page":true,"pay_in_installments":false,"custom_product_link":"","custom_product_pop_up":"","custom_text_badge":"","youtube_video":"","product_gallery":[2518,2046,2519,2515,2507,2520,2510,2513,2167,2430,2420,2425,2169],"product_description":"Step into a world of adventure with our Julian Alps to Istria Cycling Tour, a journey\u00a0transcending borders and cultures<\/strong>. It's time for this voyage of discovery to immerse you in the heart of two distinct regions: the\u00a0Alpine landscapes<\/strong>\u00a0of Slovenia and the\u00a0Mediterranean charm<\/strong>\u00a0of Croatian Istria.\r\n\r\nThis tour offers you an opportunity to challenge yourself, to explore, and to connect with nature. From the tranquil beauty of\u00a0Lake Bled<\/strong>\u00a0to the rugged peaks of the\u00a0Julian Alps<\/strong>, from the vineyard-covered hills of Gori\u0161ka Brda to the sun-drenched\u00a0shores of the Adriatic Sea<\/strong>, every pedal stroke brings a new experience, a new story.\r\n\r\nHere, we value the freedom to\u00a0explore at your own pace<\/strong>, to lose yourself in the moment, and to find yourself in the process. It's about the thrill of the open road, the wind in your hair, and the sun on your skin. It's about the satisfaction of a day well spent and the anticipation of what tomorrow will bring.\r\n\r\nAnd while the journey is yours to shape, you're not alone. Our team is always on hand to provide support, from\u00a0detailed itineraries<\/strong>\u00a0and\u00a0GPS tracks<\/strong>\u00a0to\u00a0emergency assistance<\/strong>. We're here to ensure your journey is smooth, safe, and unforgettable.\r\n\r\nAre you ready to discover, explore, and challenge yourself? Then take on this incredible journey and allow us to help you create unforgettable memories of Slovenia and Croatia.","price":"From 2595 \u20ac\/person","hide_price":false,"highlights_new":"Experience the best of Alpine Slovenia, including Bled, Kranjska Gora, Vr\u0161i\u010d Pass, and the So\u010da Valley\r\n\r\nPedal through Slovenia\u2019s vineyards, the Karst plateau, and along the romantic coastline with Piran as its gem\r\n\r\nDaily cycling of 40-50 kilometers, suitable for most fitness levels\r\n\r\nEnjoy a peaceful ride on cycling paths and less busy roads with our 24\/7 support\r\n\r\nUncover the charm of Croatian Istria's picturesque villages and coastal towns like Rovinj and Pula\r\n\r\nA 13-day diverse cycling adventure from the Julian Alps to the Adriatic Sea","included_new":"","included_guided":null,"not_included_guided":null,"included_self_guided":[{"add_included_self_guided":"Tour design and organization"},{"add_included_self_guided":"Booklet with detailed itinerary and route instructions"},{"add_included_self_guided":"Service and support during your tour"},{"add_included_self_guided":"GPS navigation with an easy-to-use app"},{"add_included_self_guided":"Accommodation as per itinerary"},{"add_included_self_guided":"Luggage transfer between transit stages"}],"not_included_self_guided":null,"included_footnote":"","not_included_new":"","other_information_new":"","important_for_the_tour":null,"what_to_bring":null,"itinerary_name_primary":"guided","itinerary":[{"day_headline":"Day 1: Arrival at Bled","day_description":"If you arrive at Bled early enough, consider visiting\u00a0Bled Castle<\/strong>, taking a\u00a0boat ride<\/strong>\u00a0to the church island, or strolling around the lake. Bled offers a variety of activities to start your adventure, from exploring the castle perched atop a cliff to enjoying\u00a0Lake Bled<\/strong>\u2019s serene beauty.","itinnerary_gallery":[2059,2523,2524],"included":"","meals":"","extra":"
\r\n\r\nTransfer from the airport\r\n\r\n<\/div>","itinerary_highlight":"Lake Bled\r\n\r\nBled Castle","itinerary_highlight_with_link":"","itinerary_activity":"","itinerary_accomodation":"
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\r\n\r\n36 km (22 mi), 650 vertical meters (2150 feet)\r\n\r\n<\/div>"},{"day_headline":"Day 3: Over the Vr\u0161i\u010d Pass","day_description":"On the second day, you'll tackle the steep ascent over the panoramic\u00a0Vr\u0161i\u010d Pass<\/strong>. With its 50 hairpin bends, the pass offers stunning views of the\u00a0Julian Alps<\/strong>. After reaching the top and enjoying the breathtaking mountain peaks, you'll descend to the\u00a0So\u010da Valley<\/strong>. You'll cycle alongside the emerald\u00a0So\u010da River<\/strong>, known for its vibrant color and crystal-clear waters, to reach\u00a0Bovec<\/strong>, a town famous for its outdoor adventure activities.","itinnerary_gallery":[2519,2517,2528],"included":"","meals":"","extra":"","itinerary_highlight":"
\r\n\r\nLake Jasna\r\nSlovenian highest mountain pass\r\nSpring of So\u010da River\r\n\r\n<\/div>","itinerary_highlight_with_link":"","itinerary_activity":"","itinerary_accomodation":"
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\r\n\r\n45 km (28 mi), 1000 vertical meters (3300 feet)\r\n\r\n<\/div>"},{"day_headline":"Day 4: Through the So\u010da Valley","day_description":"Continue your journey down the\u00a0So\u010da Valley<\/strong>, cycling on peaceful side roads and macadam trails. The valley is known for its unique emerald river and rich history. At\u00a0Kobarid<\/strong>, you can ascend to the idyllic\u00a0Dre\u017enica<\/strong>\u00a0village<\/strong>\u00a0under Mount Krn. The day ends in Tolmin, where the\u00a0Tolmin Gorges<\/strong>\u00a0offer a refreshing retreat at the lowest point of the Triglav National Park.","itinnerary_gallery":[2529,2520,2530],"included":"","meals":"","extra":"","itinerary_highlight":"The beautiful So\u010da River\r\nKobarid WWI Muesum\r\nKozjak Waterfall\r\nThe village of Dre\u017enica","itinerary_highlight_with_link":"","itinerary_activity":"","itinerary_accomodation":"
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\r\n\r\n40 km (25 mi), 600 vertical meters (2000 feet)\r\n\r\n<\/div>"},{"day_headline":"Day 5: To the Wine Country","day_description":"As you head further south, you'll enter the warmer Mediterranean climate and the magical wine-growing region of\u00a0Gori\u0161ka Brda<\/strong>. Known as the \"Tuscany of Slovenia,\" this region is dotted with\u00a0vineyard-covered hills<\/strong>\u00a0and charming villages. The panoramic views and the exquisite local wines make this area a paradise for wine lovers.","itinnerary_gallery":[2531,2532,2533],"included":"","meals":"","extra":"","itinerary_highlight":"
\r\n\r\nLower So\u010da Valley\r\nGori\u0161ka Brda wine region\r\n\r\n<\/div>","itinerary_highlight_with_link":"","itinerary_activity":"","itinerary_accomodation":"
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\r\n\r\n40 km (25 mi), 700 vertical meters (2300 feet)\r\n\r\n<\/div>"},{"day_headline":"Day 6: The Karst","day_description":"You'll traverse the relatively flat area of\u00a0Italian Gorizia<\/strong>\u00a0and then ascend to the\u00a0Karst plateau<\/strong>. Known for its unique limestone terrain and rich wine culture, the Karst region offers a blend of natural beauty and cultural heritage. You'll cycle through the picturesque villages of\u00a0Komen<\/strong>\u00a0and\u00a0\u0160tanjel<\/strong>, reaching Se\u017eana, a town bordering the coastal area.","itinnerary_gallery":[2535,2536,2537],"included":"","meals":"","extra":"","itinerary_highlight":"
\r\n\r\nGorizia\r\nRustic villages of Komen and \u0160tanjel\r\n\r\n<\/div>","itinerary_highlight_with_link":"","itinerary_activity":"","itinerary_accomodation":"
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\r\n\r\n60 km (37 mi), 800 vertical meters (2600 feet)\r\n\r\n<\/div>"},{"day_headline":"Day 7: The Slovenian Coast","day_description":"Start the day with a quick detour to\u00a0Lipica<\/strong>\u00a0to check out the Lipizzaner stud farm, home to the world-renowned\u00a0Lipizzaner horses<\/strong>. Then, head to Socerb for a stunning view of the coast. Follow the green\u00a0Ri\u017eana River<\/strong>\u00a0to the sea coast and cycle along the Adriatic seacoast to\u00a0Piran<\/strong>, a charming coastal town known for its Venetian architecture and rich cultural heritage.","itinnerary_gallery":[2538,2422,2421],"included":"","meals":"","extra":"","itinerary_highlight":"Osp Valley\r\nLipica and Lipizzaner horses\r\nCoastal town of Piran","itinerary_highlight_with_link":"","itinerary_activity":"","itinerary_accomodation":"
\r\n\r\nHotel in Piran\r\n\r\n<\/div>","select_accommodations_posts":"","itinerary_things_to_do":"","itinerary_hiking":"","itinerary_cycling":"
\r\n\r\n53 km (33 mi), 450 vertical meters (1500 feet)\r\n\r\n<\/div>"},{"day_headline":"Day 8: Saltworks & Small Istrian Villages","day_description":"Continue along the coastline to the\u00a0Se\u010dovlje Saltpans<\/strong>, a nature park known for its traditional salt production. Then cross the border to\u00a0Croatia<\/strong>. Head inland to the Mediterranean countryside and Istrian villages like\u00a0Buje<\/strong>, known for its olive groves and vineyards. Your final destination of the day is\u00a0Gro\u017enjan<\/strong>, a medieval hilltop town known as the \"town of artists.\"","itinnerary_gallery":[2539,2540,2541],"included":"","meals":"","extra":"","itinerary_highlight":"Portorose\r\nSe\u010dovlje Salt pans\r\nAuthentic Istrian villages Buje and Gro\u017enjan","itinerary_highlight_with_link":"","itinerary_activity":"","itinerary_accomodation":"
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\r\n\r\nHotel in Gro\u017enjan\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>","select_accommodations_posts":"","itinerary_things_to_do":"","itinerary_hiking":"","itinerary_cycling":"
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\r\n\r\n33 km (20,5 mi), 410 vertical meters (1350 feet)\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>"},{"day_headline":"Day 9: Back to the Coast","day_description":"This stretch of the\u00a0Parenzana route<\/strong>\u00a0is the hilliest but the most beautiful. It crisscrosses between many valleys, but magnificent\u00a0viaducts or tunnels<\/strong>\u00a0make your cycling more attractive. The day ends in the touristy coast town of\u00a0Pore\u010d<\/strong>, known for its UNESCO-listed\u00a0Euphrasian Basilica<\/strong>\u00a0and vibrant nightlife.","itinnerary_gallery":[2424,2423,2510],"included":"","meals":"","extra":"","itinerary_highlight":"Old tunnels and viaducts of the Parenzana trail\r\nPore\u010d coastal town","itinerary_highlight_with_link":"","itinerary_activity":"","itinerary_accomodation":"
\r\n\r\nHotel in Pore\u010d\r\n\r\n<\/div>","select_accommodations_posts":"","itinerary_things_to_do":"","itinerary_hiking":"","itinerary_cycling":"
\r\n\r\n60 km (37,5 mi), 500 vertical meters (1650 feet)\r\n\r\n<\/div>"},{"day_headline":"Day 10: Around the Lim Channel","day_description":"From Pore\u010d, cycle along the coast towards\u00a0Vrsar<\/strong>, a charming fishing village. Here, the\u00a0Lim Channel<\/strong>\u00a0interrupts the coastal route. Follow a scenic path inland to the charming town of Rovinj. Known as the \"blue pearl of the Adriatic,\"\u00a0Rovinj<\/strong>\u00a0is famous for its colorful houses, narrow streets, and the hilltop church of St. Euphemia.","itinnerary_gallery":[2413,2509,2429],"included":"","meals":"","extra":"","itinerary_highlight":"Vrsar coastal town\r\nLim Channel\r\nIstrian pearl Rovinj","itinerary_highlight_with_link":"","itinerary_activity":"","itinerary_accomodation":"
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\r\n\r\n43 km (27 mi), 650 vertical meters (2200 feet)\r\n\r\n<\/div>"},{"day_headline":"Day 11: Along the Istrian Coast","day_description":"Start your day in Rovinj and continue along the coast to\u00a0Pula<\/strong>, the peninsula's largest city. Pula is rich in history and cultural landmarks, including the well-preserved\u00a0Roman amphitheater<\/strong>, the\u00a0Forum<\/strong>, and the\u00a0Temple of Augustus<\/strong>.","itinnerary_gallery":[2514,2426,2170],"included":"","meals":"","extra":"","itinerary_highlight":"Lively coast between Rovinj and Pula\r\nHistoric town of Pula","itinerary_highlight_with_link":"","itinerary_activity":"","itinerary_accomodation":"
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\r\n\r\n45 km (28 mi), 350 vertical meters (1200 feet)\r\n\r\n<\/div>"},{"day_headline":"Day 12: Exploring the Coast around Premantura","day_description":"Spend your last day exploring the area around Pula. Visit\u00a0Kamenjak<\/strong>, Istria's southernmost point, known for its rugged coastline and crystal-clear waters. Or enjoy the Mediterranean atmosphere of\u00a0Premantura<\/strong>\u00a0and\u00a0Medulin<\/strong>, two popular seaside resorts. Return your bikes to Pula and reminisce about your journey.","itinnerary_gallery":[2542,2543,2171],"included":"","meals":"","extra":"","itinerary_highlight":"
\r\n\r\nCape Kamenjak natural reserve\r\n\r\n<\/div>","itinerary_highlight_with_link":"","itinerary_activity":"","itinerary_accomodation":"
\r\n\r\nHotel in Pula\r\n\r\n<\/div>","select_accommodations_posts":"","itinerary_things_to_do":"","itinerary_hiking":"","itinerary_cycling":"
\r\n\r\n48 km (30 mi), 520 vertical meters (1800 feet)\r\n\r\n<\/div>"},{"day_headline":"Day 13: Departure","day_description":"After almost two weeks of adventure, we'll\u00a0assist with your travel arrangements<\/strong>, including airport transfers if needed. You might depart Croatia, but the memories you made here will stay with you forever.","itinnerary_gallery":"","included":"","meals":"","extra":"","itinerary_highlight":"","itinerary_highlight_with_link":"","itinerary_activity":"","itinerary_accomodation":"","select_accommodations_posts":"","itinerary_things_to_do":"","itinerary_hiking":"","itinerary_cycling":""}],"product_map":"","starting_point":"Bled","finish_point":"Pula","duration":"13 days \/ 12 nights","duration_groupe":{"duration_value_field":"","type_duration_dropdown":"days"},"group_size":"","product_dates_NEW":null,"group_price_NEW":{"price_product_prefix_inline":"default","price":"3795","price_product_suffix_inline":"default"},"private_guided_solo_price_NEW":{"price_product_prefix_inline":"default","price":"","price_product_suffix_inline":"default"},"private_guided_group_price_NEW":{"price_product_prefix_inline":"default","price":"4995","price_product_suffix_inline":"default"},"private_guided_custom_price":"","self_guided_price_NEW":{"price_product_prefix_inline":"default","price":"2595","price_product_suffix_inline":"default"},"google_map_iframe":"