11 days in Croatia, Italy & Postojna Itinerary
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Start: Bilbao, Spain
Fly to Venice, Shuttle to Trieste
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Trieste, Italy
— 2 nights
Shuttle
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Rovinj, Croatia
— 1 day
Shuttle
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Poreč, Croatia
— 3 nights
Drive
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Krk Island, Croatia
— 1 night
Drive
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Pula, Croatia
— 2 nights
Drive
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Postojna, Slovenia
Drive
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San Dorligo della Valle-Dolina, Italy
— 1 night
Drive
End: Bilbao, Spain
Fri, Apr 12 - Mon, Apr 22
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Trieste, Italy — 2 nights
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Pearl of the Adriatic
Trieste is a charming old town with a quiet atmosphere often compared to eastern European cities.Kick off your visit on the 12th (Fri): examine the collection at San Sabba Rice Mill - National Monument, make a trip to Piazza dell'Unita d'Italia, explore the historical opulence of Miramare Castle-Historical Museum, then contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Military Memorial Redipuglia, then pause for some serene contemplation at Basilica of Aquileia, and finally explore the ancient world of Domus e Palazzo Episcopale. Keep things going the next day: don't miss a visit to Molo Audace - Gia "Molo S. Carlo", explore the activities along Trieste Gulf, then explore the fascinating underground world of The Cave "Grotta Gigante", and finally take in the architecture and atmosphere at Greek Orthodox Church Saint Nicholas .
For where to stay, reviews, traveler tips, and other tourist information, read Trieste online tour itinerary planner.
Bilbao, Spain to Trieste is an approximately 7.5-hour combination of flight and shuttle. You can also drive; or do a combination of bus and train. Expect a daytime high around 20°C in April, and nighttime lows around 12°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 14th (Sun) early enough to take a shuttle to Rovinj.
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Rovinj, Croatia — 1 day
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Istrian Venice
Istria's most popular coastal city, Rovinj blends a traditional fishing port with a modern seaside getaway.Start off your visit on the 14th (Sun): wander the streets of Old Town, then appreciate the extensive heritage of Port of Rovinj, then walk around Punta Corrente, and finally take in the architecture and atmosphere at Church of St. Euphemia.
For reviews, maps, and tourist information, read our Rovinj day trip planning app.
You can take a shuttle from Trieste to Rovinj in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Traveling from Trieste in April, expect a bit cooler with lows of 8°C in Rovinj. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 14th (Sun) so you can catch the shuttle to Poreč.
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Poreč, Croatia — 3 nights
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With a scenic location along the Adriatic Sea and a basilica listed as a World Heritage Site, the ancient town of Porec represents the most visited tourist destination in Croatia.Start off your visit on the 15th (Mon): Head underground at Jama - Grotta Baredine, admire the landmark architecture of Hilltop Walled Ancient City of Motovun, then make a trip to Groznjan Hilltop village of artists, Istria, Croatia, and finally get to know the fascinating history of City Walls. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 16th (Tue): don't miss a visit to Marafor Square, appreciate the extensive heritage of Eufrazijeva Street, contemplate the long history of Romanesque House, then don't miss a visit to Decumanus Street, then steep yourself in history at Porec Old Town, and finally contemplate the long history of Round Tower.
To see ratings, photos, where to stay, and other tourist information, go to the Poreč online trip itinerary planner.
Poreč is very close to Rovinj. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 17th (Wed) early enough to drive to Krk Island.
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Groznjan Hilltop village of artists, Istria, Croatia, City Walls, Hilltop Walled Ancient City of Motovun
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Krk Island, Croatia — 1 night
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Golden Island
A trip to Krk Island ensures you enjoy some Italian atmosphere and loads of Croatian culture.Start off your visit on the 17th (Wed): don't miss a visit to Vrbnik, then steep yourself in history at Baska, then get to know the fascinating history of Lungo Mare, and finally step into the grandiose world of Trsat Castle. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: don't miss a visit to Fulfinum Mirine and then take in the dramatic natural features at Biserujka Cave.
To see more things to do, traveler tips, maps, and other tourist information, read Krk Island trip builder website.
Traveling by car from Poreč to Krk Island takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 20°C in April, and nighttime lows around 12°C. On the 18th (Thu), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can drive to Pula.
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Pula, Croatia — 2 nights
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It's the mild climate and calm seas of Pula that draw visitors to the southernmost point of the Istrian peninsula, but the city's ample Roman architecture is a key reason they stay.Kick off your visit on the 18th (Thu): meet the residents at Aquarium Pula. On the 19th (Fri), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: stop by Dolija 08, admire the landmark architecture of Arch of the Sergi, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Temple Of Augustus, relax in the rural setting at Cadenela Organic Extra Virgin Olive Oil, then see the interesting displays at Istrian de Dignan - Ecomuseum, and finally relax in the rural setting at Chiavalon Organic Extra Virgin Olive Oil.
For other places to visit, more things to do, and tourist information, you can read our Pula trip itinerary planner.
You can drive from Krk Island to Pula in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of car and bus; or do a combination of taxi and bus. Traveling from Krk Island in April, plan for a bit cooler nights in Pula, with lows around 8°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 20th (Sat) so you can go by car to Postojna.
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With its friendly atmosphere, breathtaking landscapes, natural phenomena, and historical monuments, Postojna offers everything you need for a peaceful vacation or a quick getaway from the city.To find other places to visit, where to stay, photos, and more tourist information, read Postojna holiday planner.
Traveling by car from Pula to Postojna takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of shuttle and bus; or take a bus. Traveling from Pula in April, you can expect nighttime temperatures to be a bit cooler in Postojna, with lows of 5°C. You will leave for San Dorligo della Valle-Dolina on the 20th (Sat).
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San Dorligo della Valle-Dolina, Italy — 1 night
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San Dorligo della Valle is a comune in the Province of Trieste in the Italian region Friuli-Venezia Giulia, located about 4km southeast of Trieste, on the border with Slovenia. On the 21st (Sun), get great views at Vedetta di San Lorenzo, take some stellar pictures from Vedetta di Mocco, then take in the dramatic scenery at Cascata del torrente Rosandra, and finally contemplate the long history of Muggia.
For ratings, traveler tips, reviews, and other tourist information, read our San Dorligo della Valle-Dolina trip planner.
Drive from Postojna to San Dorligo della Valle-Dolina in an hour. Expect somewhat warmer evenings in San Dorligo della Valle-Dolina when traveling from Postojna in April, with lows around 9°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 21st (Sun) early enough to drive back home.
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For ratings, traveler tips, reviews, and other tourist information, read our San Dorligo della Valle-Dolina trip planner.
Drive from Postojna to San Dorligo della Valle-Dolina in an hour. Expect somewhat warmer evenings in San Dorligo della Valle-Dolina when traveling from Postojna in April, with lows around 9°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 21st (Sun) early enough to drive back home.
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Italy travel guide
Italy is a land of high fashion, fine art, exquisite architecture, luxury sports cars, outstanding cuisine--and an insatiable taste for "la dolce vita." It's also home to the greatest number of World Heritage Sites in the world, making it an ideal place for your next holiday. The country boasts a varied landscape of mountain ranges, alpine lakes, and coastal towns, so it's no wonder travelers often refer to it as the bel paese (beautiful country). With so many places to visit, visitors often have a difficult time planning their itinerary. The smaller villages each feature a distinct character and a blend of architecture, art, and cuisine. In the country, you'll find countless archeological sites dating back to Roman times and beyond. The country's cities and seaside resorts are cosmopolitan powerhouses with museums, galleries, restaurants, shops, open-air markets, and pedestrian-friendly historic areas.
Croatia travel guide
Once situated on the edge of empires between the Balkans and Central Europe, Croatia represents a land of great natural diversity and rich cultural heritage. Croatian cultural tourism relies on the charming juxtaposition of contrasts. Venetian palaces sit next to Napoleonic forts, Viennese mansions face Socialist Realist sculpture, and early Slavic churches built on the sites of ancient Roman settlements offer countless sightseeing opportunities. Croatia's museums present the main stages of the history of Europe. The country's sapphire seawater and long coastline speckled with islands draws visitors, as do numerous nature reserves, marinas, ancient fortified towns, and sandy and rocky beaches. In recent years, Croatia's shoreline has become a famed center for nautical tourism and naturism, and is a promising diving destination. Hikers explore outdoor landscapes of canyons, underground grottoes, dramatic waterfalls, stony peaks, and scenic lakes of the Dinaric Alps, which hug the coastline. Inland areas showcase mountain resorts, national parks, pine forests, vineyards, and spas.
