Dedicate today to discovering Plitvice Lakes National Park. Set out at your own pace to explore the network of wooden walkways and scenic trails that wind through forests, past cascading waterfalls, and alongside crystal-clear lakes. You can choose from several marked routes, allowing for either a leisurely stroll or a longer hike depending on your preference. Make use of the park’s electric boat and panoramic train to reach different sections and enjoy varied perspectives of the lakes and falls. The day is flexible, offering time for quiet moments surrounded by nature before returning to your accommodation in the evening.

Plitvice Lakes National Park, established in 1949, is Croatia’s oldest and largest national park.

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation:

• Comfort: Guest House Plitvice Villa Verde

After breakfast, depart Plitvice Lakes National Park and drive toward the Istrian coast, heading for the town of Poreč. Along the way, you have the option to stop in Opatija, a seaside resort known for its elegant villas and lush gardens. While your electric vehicle charges, take a walk along the Lungomare promenade, enjoying Adriatic views and the historic architecture. Continue your drive into Istria and arrive in Poreč, where you check in to your accommodation. Spend the rest of the day at leisure, with time to explore the old town or watch the sunset by the sea.

Opatija has been a popular resort destination since the 19th century, attracting visitors from across Europe.

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation:

• Comfort: Valamar Diamant Hotel

Spend today discovering Poreč at your own pace. Wander through the old town’s narrow cobbled streets, where you find Roman heritage sites, lively squares, and inviting cafés. Visit the Euphrasian Basilica, known for its mosaics and historical significance. Take time to stroll along the waterfront promenade, browse local shops, or relax by the sea. If you prefer a more active day, you can cycle along the coast or seek out nearby hidden coves. The day is flexible, allowing for either cultural exploration or seaside relaxation in Poreč’s Mediterranean setting.

The Euphrasian Basilica in Poreč is a UNESCO World Heritage site, celebrated for its sixth-century mosaics.

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation:

• Comfort: Valamar Diamant Hotel

Meet your guide in the Poreč or Vrsar area and take a local transfer of approximately 25 minutes to Lim Bay. Begin your day with an introduction to the kayaking tour, equipment, and a safety briefing. Paddle through Lim Bay, a 13-kilometer inlet surrounded by cliffs covered in evergreen vegetation. Enjoy the crystal-clear sea, peaceful landscape, and a visit to a small rocky beach. The experience combines active exploration with time to appreciate the natural beauty of this unique stretch of the Istrian coastline before returning to Poreč.

Lim Bay, sometimes called the “Croatian fjord,” is a protected landscape known for its biodiversity and oyster farms.

Guide: Included for the day

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation:

• Comfort: Valamar Diamant Hotel

Set out on a guided cycling tour along the Parenzana Trail, a former railway line that once connected Trieste and Poreč. The route offers a gentle ride suitable for beginners, families, and recreational cyclists. Pedal through the Istrian countryside, passing medieval towns, vineyards, olive groves, old railway bridges, and atmospheric tunnels. The trail provides a relaxed pace and opportunities to experience the region’s landscapes and heritage up close. After a day of cycling, return to your accommodation in Poreč.

The Parenzana railway operated from 1902 to 1935, transporting passengers and local goods such as wine and olive oil.

Guide: Included for the day

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation:

• Comfort: Valamar Diamant Hotel

Drive along the Istrian coast to the town of Rovinj, known for its picturesque setting on the Adriatic. Spend the day exploring at your own pace, wandering cobbled streets that lead to St. Euphemia’s Church on the hilltop. Take in panoramic views of the sea, discover colorful houses, artisan shops, and hidden corners throughout the old town. You can relax at a seaside café overlooking the harbor, stroll along the waterfront promenade, or take a swim. In the late afternoon, return to Poreč after a day filled with coastal scenery and local culture.

Rovinj’s old town was once an island before being connected to the mainland in the 18th century.

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation:

• Comfort: Valamar Diamant Hotel

After breakfast, depart Poreč and drive inland through Istria and central Croatia toward Zagreb. The journey offers flexibility to pause for breaks or recharge your electric vehicle as needed. Upon arrival in Zagreb, check in to your accommodation and enjoy the remainder of the day at leisure. You may choose to stroll through the historic Upper Town, visit local cafés, or simply relax after the drive. This evening provides time to experience the atmosphere of Croatia’s capital before your departure.

Zagreb’s Upper Town, or Gornji Grad, is the city’s oldest district and home to many historic landmarks.

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation:

• Comfort: Casablanca Boutique Bed&Breakfast , Zagreb, B&B Hotel