Croatia Bike Tour

Discover the Istrian Peninsula and the stunning medieval town of Rovinj

Trip Style

Classic Bike

Tour Duration

6 Days / 5 Nights

Activity Level

Level 3

Bikes

Trek Domane SL 7
Trek Electric-Assist Verve+ Gen 3
Trek Electric-Assist Checkpoint+ SL6 AXS

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Starting from

$4,899.00 per person

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Unlock the secrets of Istria on a Croatia bike tour, featuring the medieval towns of Poreč, Pula, and Rovinj along the scenic Adriatic coast.

Prepare for a time-traveling adventure spanning over two millennia as you pedal along the Adriatic coastline and uncover the rich history of Croatia’s Istrian peninsula. Starting in Slovenia, you'll enter Croatia to explore rolling vineyards and olive orchards, discovering hidden medieval villages perched on verdant hillsides. Off the bike, indulge in the region's culinary treasures, from earthy truffles to the renowned Istrian prosciutto of Tinjan. Each day ends with the refined comfort of your accommodations, culminating in a visit to the enchanting Mediterranean gem of Rovinj.

Trip Wows
  • Visit the UNESCO World Heritage site, Euphrasian Basilica, a 6th century masterpiece and Pula's impressive Roman arena

  • Indulge in the earthy flavors of Istrian truffles, the "Gold of Istria," with a private truffle tasting lunch and cooking class that immerses you in this gourmet delicacy

  • Ride the entire Slovenian coastline before crossing the border by bike into Croatia

  • Explore the medieval town of Rovinj with a local guide, uncovering its rich history and charming streets on a private walking tour

  • Discover the hidden charms of medieval towns such as Motovun, perched atop forested hills in the Istrian countryside

Charming stone archways and cobbled lanes

Beautiful medieval villages of Istria

As you leave the Adriatic coastline, uncover Istria’s hidden gem—its medieval villages. Quaint houses, winding alleyways, cobblestone streets, art galleries, and prized truffles await.


What Guests are Saying

Croatia and the Istrian Peninsula are longtime European favorites, but this trip takes you beyond the crowds to uncover its hidden gems—that’s what I love most. The medieval villages of Grožnjan and Motovun are unforgettable surprises, and the Adriatic views are as breathtaking as you'd imagine. Cycling secluded roads through vineyards and olive groves, with the flavors of truffles and prosciutto to savor along the way—what more could you want?

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Suzy, Trek Travel Trip Designer

Loved the overall experience. Loved both guides. Far exceeded my expectations. We just had the best time. Loved that the roads were smooth, little traffic and you could see vineyards forever. Then periodically we would ride through these super cool villages. Just beautiful riding.

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Kathy, Trek Travel Guest

We LOVED it. Truly the time of our lives. We lost ourselves in the landscape, the slow pace of life, and the incredible wine. We were challenged by the rides and left so proud of ourselves that we did it. We are also so thankful to have found a trip in our budget and it was worth every penny. Our memories and our experience was something we will always cherish and we are SO excited to plan our next Trek Travel trip!

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Olivia, Trek Travel Guest


A distant view of a town on a hill.

Great Ride

San Canzian to La Grisa

Discover peaceful pathways winding through medieval villages, expansive vineyards, and olive groves. Take a pause in Tinjan, renowned as the prosciutto capital and pedal all the way to La Grisa, your second hotel in the quaint town of Bale.


Dates & Pricing

Book early for the best price

  • Guaranteed

  • Join Waitlist

  • Private

  • Limited Availability


Itinerary
Activity Information

Hotels
Outdoor pool and bar at San Canzian Village & Hotel
Double bedroom at San Canzian Village & Hotel
Brick building outdoor property view of San Canzian Village & Hotel
Double bedroom with seating area at San Canzian Village & Hotel
Candlelit spa jacuzzi at San Canzian Village & Hotel
Muzolini Donji, Croatia
San Canzian Village & Hotel
Luxury Small Luxury Hotels of the World collection

San Canzian Village & Hotel is a beautifully restored property in the heart of Istria, surrounded by vineyards, olive groves, and rolling countryside. This luxurious boutique retreat, with its stone walls and terracotta roofs, blends rustic authenticity with contemporary design, offering modern comfort and timeless charm in a serene setting away from the coastal crowds.

Double bedroom and sofa with exposed brick walls at Hotel La Grisa
Double bedroom with sofa and stone walls at Hotel La Grisa
Indoor pool and wellness area with plants at Hotel La Grisa
Front street entrance of Hotel La Grisa
Restaurant patio at Hotel La Grisa
Bale, Croatia
Hotel La Grisa
Explorer

Heritage Hotel La Grisa takes its name from the oldest street in Bale, a picturesque medieval town in southern Istria. It began with the renovation of an abandoned house, eventually expanding to 11 neighboring properties—now a distinctive boutique hotel and restaurant. Each air-conditioned room blends modern elegance with traditional charm, featuring personalized touches that reflect the unique character of the town.


Bikes & Gear
Ride the Best Bikes in the Industry
New in 2023 Domane SL 7 Road
Trek Domane SL 7

Experiencing your cycling vacation of a lifetime is not complete without a world-class bike and the Trek Domane SL 7 Gen 4 is the best on the road. Its carbon frame with road-smoothing IsoSpeed, responsive disc brakes, and Shimano Di2 electronic shifting deliver incredible comfort without sacrificing performance. Standard carbon wheels make this bike lighter and faster than ever.

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E-Bike
Trek Electric-Assist Verve+ Gen 3

Fun from the first pedal stroke, the Trek Verve+ 3 helps you go farther with ease. Its low-step frame and upright riding position keep you comfortable, while the Bosch motor provides a natural boost up to 15 or 20 mph (region specific). Shimano hydraulic disc brakes deliver smooth, controlled stopping, so every hill and every mile feels relaxed and enjoyable.

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Electric Road
Trek Electric-Assist Checkpoint+ SL6 AXS

New in 2026! Trek’s Checkpoint+ SL6 AXS is a lightweight e-assist bike built for miles of fun. The TQ HPR60 electric-assist motor adds a quiet boost up to 15 or 28 mph (region specific), making climbs and long days easier. Carbon wheels and frame keep it quick and responsive, while 38 mm tires and IsoSpeed tech smooth rough terrain. With SRAM’s 12-speed AXS wireless shifting and disc brakes, every move is in your control.
Upgrade to the Checkpoint+ SL 6 AXS for $399 (3-6 day trips) or $599 (7+ day trips). Available in limited quantities. See specific trip dates for available bike options.

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Two cyclist and one rider

Trek Travel Guides

The World’s Best

From the moment you meet our guides, you'll understand the difference. You'll feel the genuine care they take to make your vacation perfect. From their expert support to sharing their favorite hidden spots, they tailor every moment to you.

Certified Guides

Additional Gear
  • Choice of Trek Travel Santini cycling jersey or technical t-shirt to keep
  • Trek Travel water bottle to keep
  • Cinch sack day bag to keep
  • GPS device with pre-loaded routes providing turn by turn directions
  • Trek front and rear lights
  • A flat pack containing a tube, levers, and a CO2 cartridge with inflator
  • Choice of Shimano SPD-SL single sided road pedals, Shimano SPD dual sided mountain pedals, or flat pedals
  • Trek helmet
  • Trek saddle
  • For the most comfortable ride, we recommend you bring your own saddle. If you prefer, you can bring your own pedals and helmet on the trip and our guides will install your gear on the first day during your bike fit.
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Trip Inclusions

Additional Details

Know Before You Go!

We want you to be fully prepared for your cycling vacation of a lifetime. This involves making sure that you choose the appropriate trip for you and that every aspect of your experience is flawless. Each Trek Travel trip is unique to ensure maximum enjoyment every time.

Your Trip Need to Knows:

  • Checkpoint+: Please note that this bike is not available on Fall 2026 dates. Go to Dates & Pricing and click on specific dates for your available bike options.
  • E-Bikes: E-bike speeds vary worldwide due to local regulations, which determine how fast you can ride with assistance. See the E-bike speed chart to see the maximum speeds allowed in each region.
  • Border crossing: Even though you will be visiting three countries on your first day of the trip, you won’t need to show your passport at border crossings.
  • Money and credit cards: Euro is the currency of your trip and you will not have to change money between Italy, Slovenia, and Croatia. Your American Express credit card might not work in Croatia and Slovenia. While you’ll only pass through Slovenia on the first day of the trip, you may wish to bring a Visa, Mastercard, or euros in cash for your trip, just in case.
  • Dining: Enjoy the gastronomy of the Istrian Peninsula. Dinners will take longer than in the US but it’s part of the cultural experience – so just relax and indulge in the tastes of Croatia! You’re on holiday after all.
  • Summer heat: If you’re joining us in August or early September, you can expect earlier ride departures to beat the heat, giving you extra time to unwind by the hotel pool or discover the charming nearby villages of Istria.

Before and After Your Trip

FAQs

The climate of the Istrian peninsula is typically Mediterranean along the coastline, but inland it gradually changes to mild continental climate. The ideal time to visit this part of Croatia is in the fall. The daily average temperature in September ranges between high 60s to high 70s ºF (around 20-25ºC) and in October from a high of mid-60s°F (18-20°C) to a low of 50°F (10°C). Rain is always a possibility, so be prepared with layers. The weather can be cool at night, so please bring a light jacket and walking shoes for short evening walks to and from dinner. Please note, one or two dinners are casual with shorts being acceptable attire.
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To reserve your space on a trip, you can either call us at 866-464-8735 to speak with an expert Trip Consultant or book online any time by clicking the “BOOK THIS TRIP” icon near the upper right of each destination’s overview page.* Once you have submitted your reservation online, a Trip Consultant will contact you within one business day to answer any questions you may have and to confirm space, bike, and room availability on your desired trip. Your booking will be finalized once your no-risk deposit is paid. If you make a reservation more than 90 days prior to the trip, a $750 no risk deposit is due at the time of booking.** If you reserve your trip less than 90 days prior to the departure, the full balance is due at the time of booking. Once your booking is complete you will receive an email confirmation with important information pertaining to your trip.

*Please note that select trips cannot be booked online at this time. For those trips, please call a trip consultant at 866-464-8735.

**Deposit amounts vary for all Race, Cross Country, Special Edition, Ride Camp, and Self-Guided tours. Please confirm deposit amounts for all trips with your Trip Consultant at time of booking.

When a trip is booked, a guest confirmation email is immediately sent out. One week prior to the trip start, you’ll receive an email containing your trip start meeting location reminder and any last-minute information that you’ll need to know. You will also receive instructions to download the Ride with GPS app before your trip to provide you the day to day plan and daily route guides.

With one person booked on a date, the trip becomes guaranteed.*

In the case where trips are at one or two guests, we will contact you prior to final payment to give you the following options:

Pay a small trip fee of $500 per person for two guests or $1000 for one guest, which ensures your preferred trip date will run. If there are three or more guests before departure date, the fee will be refunded in full.

or

Switch to a different trip or different departure date. Should there be any difference in trip price between your original trip and the new one, you will be expected to pay the difference, or we will refund you accordingly.

Offer only valid if Trek Travel contacts a guest to discuss these specific options. Trips with fewer than three guests may operate with only one guide. The guide will support all rides with a Trek Travel van. If you would like to discuss the option of having two guides, please speak with your trip consultant.

The small trip supplement for Ride Camps is as follows – for two guests an additional $250 or for one guest an additional $500.

*Cross Country, Race, and Special Edition trips as well as a small number of select departures have a minimum guest count to guarantee. Please check with your Trip Consultant for more information.

Unforeseen events may make it necessary to cancel or modify a trip. Our Guest Services team will update you with any changes. We reserve the right to cancel departures in cases of force majeure or the failure of third parties—such as hotels—to honor their reservations, in which case all payments received to date will be refunded, which constitutes full settlement. Trek Travel is not responsible for expenses incurred in preparation for any canceled trips, such as airline tickets, or for costs that are incurred due to travel delays, flight cancellations, or illness. We strongly encourage Travel Protection for complete coverage.

We understand things happen in life and sometimes you have to cancel or change your tour.

Read our Cancellation Policy

Our Trip Consultants are available to assist and can answer your questions. Please call us at 866-464-8735.

Trek Travel recommends that you purchase a travel protection plan to help safeguard you and your travel investment against the unexpected. We offer a travel protection plan through Arch RoamRight that provides coverage for unforeseen events that could affect your ability to travel with us. Learn more about our Travel Protection

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Sharing the joy that comes with wow moments

Trek Travel guides are dedicated to making moments that last a lifetime, and we invite you to thank them with a trip gratuity. These are customary and at your own discretion, to recognize service, hospitality, and the little extras that surprise and delight. For this trip, we recommend $240-$300 per guest and, of course, you may choose to give more if your guides made your trip an unforgettable experience.

Like everything else about your vacation, the Trek Travel team is here to make this experience easier for you. While local currency is preferred, you may also tip through the following options:

Via PayPal (please have this account set up in advance when possible) or with your guest services representative on the phone before or after the trip.

Gratuities will be divided among the guide team, so feel free to leave your gratuity with whomever you choose at the end of your trip.

You cannot put a price on a wow. But you can show your thanks for an exceptional experience.

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Guaranteed Trips

Our trips are guaranteed to run once we have one confirmed booking on the trip. Click here to view our full guarantee policy.

Trek Travel reserves the right to cancel trips with zero guests, therefore you must book with Trek Travel before making travel arrangements for the trip. We are not responsible for travel arrangements made prior to confirming your Trek Travel Trip. Select trips are not guaranteed.

Sold Out/Waitlist

This trip is currently sold out, but you may be added to the waitlist in the case of availability.

Limited Availability

If a date is marked with Limited Availability, there are few spots left to book. We will secure additional rooms from our hotels before confirming your reservation.

Looking to travel with a small group? Ask our trip consultants about private trips and learn more.

Private

If a date is marked as Private, it is reserved for a private group.

Don’t see exactly what you are looking for or looking for a custom date?
Call our trip consultants at 866-464-8735

Hotel Differences

Trek Travel offers three hotel levels to match your style. Luxury hotels provide elegant, thoughtful touches with exceptional hospitality. Explorer hotels blend modern amenities with local charm in unique settings. Comfort hotels are casual and conveniently located near Trek Travel activities.

Activity Levels

Level 1:

Road: 1-3 hours of riding. Up to 25 mi (40 km). Up to 1,000 ft (300 m).

Gravel: 1-3 hours of riding. Up to 20 mi (35 km). Up to 1,000 ft (300 m).

Hiking: 1-3 hours of hiking. Up to 5 mi (8 km). Up to 1,000 ft (300 m).

Level 2:

Road: 2-4 hours of riding. 20-35 mi (35-60 km). Up to 2,500 ft (750 m).

Gravel: 2-4 hours of riding. 15-30 mi (25-45 km). Up to 2,000 ft (300 m).

Hiking: 2-4 hours of hiking. 4-8 mi (6-12 km). Up to 1,500 ft (450 m).

Level 3:

Road: 3-5 hours of riding. 25-55 mi (40-85 km). Up to 4,500 ft (1,500 m).

Gravel: 3-5 hours of riding. 20-40 mi (35-60 km). Up to 3,000 ft (900 m).

Hiking: 3-5 hours of hiking. 6-10 mi (9-16 km). Up to 2,000 ft (600 m).

Level 4:

Road: 4+ hours of riding. 40-70 mi (60-110 km). Up to 8,000 ft (2,400 m).

Gravel: 4+ hours of riding. 30-50 mi (45-80 km). Up to 4,000 ft (1,200 m).

Hiking: 4+ hours of hiking. 7-15 mi (11-24 km). Up to 4,000 ft (1,200 m).

What are your trip styles?

Classic Bike:

Explore beautiful destinations with a curated blend of guided activities, local cuisine, handpicked accommodations, and itineraries to suit every traveler, from laid-back adventures to luxurious escapes.

Gravel:

Venture off the beaten path to unforgettable places, with fully-supported routes that combine gravel and paved roads in classic Trek Travel style.

Cross Country:

Tackle an epic adventure that takes you point-to-point across mountains, countryside, and more.

Pro Race:

See the pros in action at the biggest cycling events of the year.

Hiking & Walking:

Step into adventure with carefully designed routes, unparalleled hospitality, and deep-routed local connections.

Ride Camp:

Train like the pros in some of their favorite riding destinations.

Self-Guided:

Enjoy a bike tour on your schedule with just your chosen travel companions.

Single Occupancy

Sometimes it’s more convenient and comfortable to have your own room while on vacation. We understand and that’s why we offer a Single Occupancy option. The additional price guarantees a private room all to yourself