Top Things to do in Primorje-Gorski Kotar County
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Discover the best top things to do in Primorje-Gorski Kotar County, Croatia including Highlights of Istria from Rijeka, Snorkeling Trip - Crikvenica/ Krk island, Golden Island of Krk from Rijeka, Night Fishing with Dinner Abord on Island Krk, Croatia, Try Scuba Diving! - Crikvenica/ Krk island, Croatia AUTHENTIC LOCAL experience - 7 or 10 days PRIVATE TOUR from any airport, Opatija - the romantic spotlight of the Adriatic - private walking tour, Full-Day Istria Truffle Hunt and North Croatian Coastline Tour, Pula, Rovinj & Panoramic Istrian Coast from Rijeka, Wine Tales on the Island of Krk.
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1. Highlights of Istria from Rijeka
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
Experience and taste the highlights of Istria while visiting Hum - the smallest city in the world, Motovun - the most attractive medieval town of Istria and Labin - the city of artists.
Inclusions: Hotel/port pickup and drop-off, Driver/guide, Taste of wine and food, Insurance
Exclusions: Gratuities
Reviewed By DrTomG
As part of a doctors group we were asked to help out on the childrens hospital ....and we visited these caves on the advise of some locals and found them very interesting .
2. Snorkeling Trip - Crikvenica/ Krk island
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
Romantic bays, hidden coves and beautiful green valleys, provide endless opportunities for relaxing, whole-day boat excursions. For those of you who love nature, the sea and the world below it, we organise snorkeling, diving and panoramic day trips with our excursion boat. Take a scenic cruise to uninhabited bays along the island of Krk. Untouched nature and crystal clear water invite you to explore the beautiful underwater world below. Try scuba diving, swim, snorkel, tan, or just relax. Cruise along the island’s rocky shoreline, where sometimes dolphins dance or rare White- headed Griffon vultures can be spotted on the breathtaking steep cliffs above.
Inclusions: Boat trip, Digital snorkeling tutorial - (available in 30 languages), Change room & storage facility
Exclusions: Use of Snorkelling equipment, Snorkeling equipment; (Mask, snorkel, fins) and wetsuits may be rented for an additional fee., Guests should bring their own food, snacks and drinks on the boat.
Reviewed By Lance D
The day started at 9am where we were warmly welcomed and met with the instructors, we completed the necessary paperwork in about 5 minutes and was kitted out with wet-suits and fins to fit our sizes. We quickly moved down to the dock to board the boat. There was myself and my wife along with a gentleman from Slovenia who was an experienced diver and a lady from Germany who like us was a complete beginner. We had bought food and drink with us as it was going to be a long day returning around 4pm. The boat is pretty big and could easily have accommodated a further 4 or 5 divers, the sea was calm and it is so clear as to be almost unbelievable. The journey to the first dive site took about 35-40 minutes, and to be honest just spending this time cruising across the bay towards Krk island, fantastic weather, amazing scenery, crystal clear blue water and a Dolphin jumping out of the water about 20 yards from the boat, was worth the money on its own. On arrival at the first dive site the instructors daughter (Mia who is about 15 and is also a fully qualified diver) moored the boat to an anchor line and the diving could begin. The rookies all took to the water for snorkelling whilst the instructor and the experienced diver went off for about 45 minutes. I would highly recommend the snorkelling beforehand as it will help you to regulate your breathing and get used to the sensation of breathing underwater. long slow deep breaths are an absolute necessity for a dive and this will certainly help. The water is incredibly clear even when you are on top looking down and there is plenty of fish and other seafaring animals to keep you interested. Once the instructor arrived back on the boat it was our turn to go for a dive. Now unlike many dive schools this is a personal one on one experience with your instructor, this isn't 30 people in a pool with one instructor, this is you and an extremely experienced and skilled diver in open water. Dive City certainly want you to get the most out of the experience and they want to make "Divers", this is not a money making sausage machine.They do it because they love it and they want you to feel the excitement they do. This passion is very evident as you get your final briefing before entering the water, factual, humorous and engaging, but serious enough as you are about to enter an alien world and you need to do the right things at the right time. Before going on the dive Dive City will send you a link to the SSI (Scuba Schools International) app and ask you to download the material and take the "Try Scuba" test. Both myself and my wife did this before the day and it certainly enhanced our understanding of what we were doing the next day and our understanding of the instructions we were given. So after the briefing we kitted up with a weight belt, buoyancy vest, fins and the all important tank and regulators (there are two just in case one fails... Belt and braces! Safety first!). I decided to go first (Male bravado I would imagine) and was shown the correct entry method into the water, once in I was amazed at how buoyant I was considering I had a Tank, wet-suit, 50kg weight belt, but this is the point, it is as close to being and astronaut in outer space floating effortlessly. So breathing through the regulator is easy and the air is pure and very dry. All felt very natural at this point. So this is where the personal instructor experience really comes in, he at no stage left my side whilst we were in the water, he swam just above me and slightly behind controlling the buoyancy vest to control depth. Starting with effectively snorkelling so as to get used to the experience of breathing underwater. After about 2 minutes of acclimatisation it was time to dive. So at this point the instructor swam below me and showed me by hand signals that we were going to dive. Now you have to use pressure equalisation techniques so that your inner ear doesn't suffer any damage and they are at pains to point this out in the briefing, so make sure you pay attention to this (Just swallowing, flexing your Jaw, or pinching your nose through the mask and blowing will get it done so not rocket science but important that you know what to do). So we started our descent and I used all of the techniques above and was able to work out what worked for me (Swallowing was best for me). The instructor at all times was controlling the buoyancy vest so as to ensure I was not rising or falling too quickly. And boy what a journey, now the water is incredibly clear when you are on the surface, but I couldn't believe how clear it was when I got under the water. We swam for about 200m away from the boat, the instructor guiding from above, you can't see him when you are swimming along so it feels like you are on a dive on your own and it doesn't feel like you are being nursemaided. At one stage on the way out I was joined by a shoal of about 200 fish, all going about there own business and I was just in the middle of them, truly magical experience, floating in mid air (sic). After about 15 minutes underwater we returned to the boat and my first dive was over! At no stage was there any pressure to do more than I was comfortable with and they were just so professional, making me feel at ease with this very new experience. After all the rookies had had their turn we then moved on to the second dive site were the instructor took the experienced diver off for another 45 minute dive. This allowed us another opportunity to Snorkel but in another place which had even more marine life to see. After the return of the instructor we boarded the boat for a 20 minute ride back to the dock, back to the offices to change, debrief and say our goodbyes to the great people at Dive City. Both myself and my wife had a marvellous day with true professionals who want you to enjoy the experience, but also want to keep the tuition very personal and practical. If you are going to dive in Croatia then without hesitation I recommend that you do it with Dive City Crikvenica. I will be going back to Croatia soon and will definitely sign up for one of the more advanced courses. Just a brilliant experience.
3. Golden Island of Krk from Rijeka
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
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.
Inclusions: Hotel/port pickup and drop-off, Driver/guide, Insurance
Exclusions: Gratuities
Reviewed By Bev B
Driver picked us up from the hotel had a great day beautiful scenery and the driver was passionate about his country
4. Night Fishing with Dinner Abord on Island Krk, Croatia
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
Experience the freedom, excitement and adventure of a fisherman's night on this 5 hour boat cruise with traditional dinner aboard! If you always wanted to spend the night out on the sea at least once during your holiday, this is the right opportunity for you. After enjoying the beautiful sunset and mesmerizing island of Krk's coast scenery, you will be greeted by the silver moon reflected on the surface of sea.. You will then see how fishing is done by using trawl nets and enjoy a dinner of freshly caught fish with a glass of croatian wine. It will be an unforgettable evening of romance under the starry summer sky.
Inclusions: Night boat cruise, Aperitif, Dinner from freshly caught fish, with side dishes, 1/4l of wine and 1/4l water per person, Dinner
Exclusions: Possibility to purchase drinks on board, Possibility of an organised transportation from town of Baška to Punat harbour
Reviewed By 495suzettes
We left from Krk town at 10.30 and returned around 17.15. 3 nice swimming locations. We did a delicious lunch in Stara Baška ourselves. Much cheaper than the lunch deal that was offered on board. We went to Bistro Pizzeria Mul nearby where our boat was. We saw dolphins and the captain made an extra turn so we could see them better. They swam next to the boat! You can buy cold drinks on the boat. There is a toilet. I didn't see the shower but maybe it was there. Mind the slippery floor! There is (some) snorkling gear.
5. Try Scuba Diving! - Crikvenica/ Krk island
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
Take a scenic cruise to uninhabited bays along the island of Krk. Untouched nature and crystal clear water invite you to explore the beautiful underwater world below. Try scuba diving, swim, snorkel, tan, or just relax. Cruise along the island’s rocky shoreline, where sometimes dolphins dance or rare White- headed Griffon vultures can be spotted on the breathtaking steep cliffs above. The Try Scuba diving program is your introduction to the underwater world. This fun, entry-level program gives you the opportunity to experience your first dive, with a qualified scuba diving instructor. The instructor explains the basics of diving and together you do a scuba dive to a maximum depth of 6-8 meters, for a duration of 15 minutes underwater.
Inclusions: Use of SCUBA equipment, Use of Snorkelling equipment, Digital ˝Try Scuba diving˝ tutorial. (Available in 30 languages)., Change room & storage facility, Boat excursion
Exclusions: Guests should bring their own food, snacks and drinks on the boat.
Reviewed By Yosh988
This was such a pleasant trip. The girls and guys are all really friendly, professional and knowledgeable. Happy to help, and great fun to hang out with :) The dive sites were nice, plenty of sea life. I'm a novice diver, and the dive master really made sure I got the best out of each dive :) Thank you for an amazing day, I can't wait to come back again!
6. Croatia AUTHENTIC LOCAL experience - 7 or 10 days PRIVATE TOUR from any airport
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5.0 based on 8 reviews
Feel Croatia, as the name suggests, provides a special and unique travel service through Croatia, but above all- it is a private trip that allows you to truly feel Croatia through an almost tangible, temperamental emotion. With our private tour, you will experience Croatia as it truly is, enchanting nature, national parks, ancient history and rural traditional Croatia. With all the world-famous attractions that we will visit, we will do our best to show you the tradition that Croatia is proud of. That is why the whole adventure is designed to see the main highlights of Croatia, but also to feel how the locals live, which are local customs, dances or sports. With our modern and air-conditioned vehicles we will take you every day on new adventures, and with a private yacht we will explore the beautiful Adriatic. *The itinerary can be changed at any time according to your wishes. (we can add some rafting, panorama flights or fishing class if it's your interest)
Inclusions: Dinner, Lunch, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, 6x nights in authentic or luxury apartments (on request), Air-conditioned vehicle, 7 day tour in deluxe air conditioned mini-van or car, WiFi on board, Private transportation, Special prices for groups over 5 people on request, Entry/Admission - to all the attractions listed in the plan , Use of Snorkelling equipment, Use of bicycle, Fuel surcharge, Parking Fees, 24/7 personal guide , small changes to the itinerary at your request, Tour leader with daily briefings, Interactive content while driving
Exclusions: Gratuities, Restroom on board, Any other Equipment, Personal insurance, other meals not listed in the itinerary, Flights, Airport/Departure Tax
7. Opatija - the romantic spotlight of the Adriatic - private walking tour
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
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.
Inclusions: Local guide
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Reviewed By Chouine
If you want to walk and see something unusual you have to see it. If you have a chance go inside, some pieces of art to see.
8. Full-Day Istria Truffle Hunt and North Croatian Coastline Tour
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
Experience the thrill of finding Croatia’s most precious tuber with an experienced forager in the Istrian countryside during this authentic truffle hunt outside Buzet town. Meet Daniela and her truffle dog and set out for a hunt through the woods to find fresh truffles. Afterwards, relax at her family farmhouse over lunch featuring the truffles you’ve found together and enjoy the glass of quality Istrian vine. In the first half of the tour, you will hunt truffles, drink Istrian vine and eat truffle delicacy. For the second part of the tour, you’ll explore the region and visit Buzet town, Hum town, Opatija (birthplace of Croatia’s tourism), drive through Rijeka (biggest port in Croatia) and enjoy amazing views of Istria peninsular and north Croatian coast from Trsat fort. This amazing trip is the perfect combination of a food tour and sightseeing. Experience how you can change “planets” in only a 2h ride from Zagreb.
Inclusions: Round trip transportation from Zagreb, Licensed driver/tour guide, Truffle hunting, 3 course degustation/meal (truffle and local Istrian products), Visit the Trsat fort, Visit the town of Opatija, Visit the town of Hum, Visit the town of Buzet
Exclusions: Drinks are not included
Reviewed By Destination546443
Upon arrival we were warmly welcomed by Guide Goran. The guide and tour was extremely good, very flexible (appreciate this!) and for that he deserves a special thanks. We had two great days there, which obviously also added up to the experience. Goran is such a warm personality and highly motivated guide (recommendable!). I truly enjoyed walking the six of us through the area. The scenery was beautiful and it was a relieve to walk in such a quiet and peaceful environment. The atmosphere is so special that it really felt like home to all of us. All respect for Goran who does a great job there; a true sample of excellent tour guide! Many thanks again and I recommend Pathfinder Tours to everyone!
9. Pula, Rovinj & Panoramic Istrian Coast from Rijeka
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4.0 based on 1 reviews
Visit Pula, the largest city in Istria, Rovinj, one of the most picturesque and romantic towns on Mediterranean, and enjoy the panoramic drive through the towns on Istrian coast.
Inclusions: Hotel/port pickup and drop-off, Driver/guide, Insurance, Pula amphitheatre entrance fee
Exclusions: Gratuities
Reviewed By 603joanne
Absolutely amazing cave tour, the cave is beautiful and the tour guide was knowledgeable and passionate. My whole family loved this. Can get a bit cool in the cave, but not super cold. A great place to visit!
10. Wine Tales on the Island of Krk
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1.0 based on 1 reviews
Vrbnik Wine Tales – tasting 9 wines & dinner with pick-up at your address! A unique and authentic „must see & experience“ tour on the island of Krk! We pick you up at your address and bring you back stress-free after tasting 9 exquisite Žlahtina wines - an autochthonous sort of wine that grows only in Vrbnik on the island of Krk. Visit of three most renowned wineries owned by local families with an original dinner in one of the most beautifull small towns on the Croatian islands.
Inclusions: Dinner, Transportation, Wine tasting, Authentic local food tasting, Personal chaperone, Guided tour
Exclusions: Possibility of purchasing wines in the winaries
Reviewed By 495suzettes
We left from Krk town at 10.30 and returned around 17.15. 3 nice swimming locations. We did a delicious lunch in Stara Baška ourselves. Much cheaper than the lunch deal that was offered on board. We went to Bistro Pizzeria Mul nearby where our boat was. We saw dolphins and the captain made an extra turn so we could see them better. They swam next to the boat! You can buy cold drinks on the boat. There is a toilet. I didn't see the shower but maybe it was there. Mind the slippery floor! There is (some) snorkling gear.
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