Once you reach Muggia, you have the option to embark on a city transport boat that will take you to the heart of Trieste. In Trieste, you can enjoy a day strolling along the charming Trieste promenade, explore the exquisite Miramare Castle, wander through the historic old town, and unwind with a cappuccino in the picturesque Piazza Unità d'Italia.
Itinerary
Beginning in the lovely outskirts of former Habsburg seaport town of Trieste, Muggia, this is the perfect tour for lovers of sun, sea and history. After your stay here, you will cycle southwards out of Italy, through Slovenia and into Croatia. The sunny Istria Peninsula will present you with a multitude of picturesque little fishing villages, small towns atop karst hills, sparkling vineyards and fertile valleys. Indulge yourself in the charms of a landscape rich in contrast and colour.
Highlights and places of interest along the route:
- Muggia and Trieste (Italy): Start your journey in the historic port town of Muggia, just outside Trieste. Both locations offer a charming introduction to the Adriatic coastline, with Trieste's rich history as part of the Austro-Hungarian Empire.
- Slovenian Coast: You'll cycle through scenic towns like Koper, Izola, and the Venetian-influenced Piran, known for its narrow streets, Venetian architecture, and coastal charm. Don’t miss the picturesque Tartini Square in Piran and the nearby resort town of Portorož.
- Croatian Istria: Crossing into Croatia, explore the heart of the Istrian Peninsula, visiting towns like Umag and Poreč, both rich in medieval history. In Poreč, the UNESCO-listed Euphrasian Basilica is a must-see.
Tour program
Day 1
ARRIVAL in MUGGIA
Start point
Muggia Municipio, Muggia, Trieste 34015, Italy
Day 2
MUGGIA - PIRAN (35 km)
After covering a few kilometers in Italy, you'll cross the border into Slovenia. Your morning ride will follow the coastal cycle path, leading you through the charming port town of Koper and onward to the picturesque Venetian villages of Izola and Strunjan. Wander through their narrow streets and explore the historic churches. Continue your journey to Portorož, a luxurious spa town on the Slovenian Riviera. Finally, arrive in Piran and enjoy a coffee in Tartini Square, surrounded by stunning Venetian architecture.
Day 3
PIRAN - UMAG (38 km)
Today you will cycle past the vast salt pans of Sečovlje. Get there early enough to catch the beautiful morning light. From here you head across the border to Croatia and into the heart of Istria, across a slightly hilly terrain to the village of Umag. Once a Roman colony, within its town walls and across its gated drawbridge lies a town steeped in history. Take a tour through the medieval center and visit the beautiful city tower.
Day 4
UMAG - POREČ (41 km)
Once again you cycle across some low hills to Novigrad (Cittanova), another medieval walled town. As well as its rich history, Novigrad is also renowned for its gastronomy, and is listed as one of Istria’s top gourmet destinations. Next stop is Poreč, where you can visit the UNESCO listed Euphrasian Basilica, a diverse mix of baroque, Gothic and Romanesque buildings.
Day 5
DEPARTURE from POREČ
After breakfast departure from Poreč.
End point
Poreč - Parenzo, Istria, Croatia
Cancellation Policy
Terms And Conditions Updated November 28, 2023
Conclusion of the Travel Agreement
By registering, the customer undertakes to enter into a travel agreement with Helia Travel Agency Ltd (hereinafter referred to as Helia Travel Agency). Registration shall take place in writing on the form designated for this purpose. A telephonic, oral or other form of registration with us or one of our partner agencies shall be equally binding. Registration shall be carried out by the registering party for all co-named participants. The registering party firmly agrees to these conditions of travel, including on behalf of and for the co-named participants. The agreement shall come into being upon acceptance by Helia Travel Agency or its partner agencies upon sending the booking confirmation. Subsidiary agreements and amendments to the concluded travel agreement shall require our written confirmation.
Accommodation
Each tour price is per person, generally based on double bedroom occupancy (two persons sharing). In some locations participants may occupy larger rooms/suites/apartments for more than two persons. Participants signing up individually, if they wish so, will be assigned roommates of the same sex. In mountain huts, participants can be accommodated in dormitories. On most tours there are a limited number of single-occupancy rooms available for those paying the extra supplement. Singles supplement will only be charged for those requiring single-occupancy rooms. Daily breakfast will be provided at the hotels.
Prices
Prices are presented in Euros (€). Prices are guaranteed independently of exchange rate variations. Our prices include only what is listed in programs and do not include airfares or other transportation costs to and from Slovenia.
Reservations and Deposit
Filling in and sending the online booking form or providing the relevant data via electronic message, fax or telephone to Helia Travel Agency Paying a deposit of 10% of amount stated on pro-forma invoice within eight days is a conclusion of travel arrangement. Payment can be made: by credit card (Mastercard / Eurocard or Visa ) or bank draft. We accept credit cards over the phone, fax or email.
Final Payment
Final payment is due 30 days before the tour begins.
Booking Modification Fee
Changes not requiring corrections of already issued proforma invoices (change of transfer time etc.) – free of charge
Complex changes requiring change of proforma invoice (day lineups, change of hotels at client request) 30 EUR per change.
Changing starting date is treated as cancellation of an already confirmed booking and will be treated as such per our cancellation costs scale.
Last Minute Booking Fee
Bookings falling within 21 days before arrival date – surcharge 10% on basic price
Cancellation and Refund Policy
If you cancel your booking the following cancellation scale applies:
- up to 28 days before arrival - 10% of total holiday cost
- 27 to 21 day prior to holiday start date - 20% of total holiday cost
- 20 to 14 days prior to holiday start date - 40% of total holiday cost
- 13 to 7 days prior to holiday start date - 70% of total holiday cost
- 6 to 1 days / day prior to holiday start date - 90% of total holiday cost
- no show on arrival day or interruption of your tour - 100% costs
Cancellations must be made in writing; the date it's received in the Helia Travel Agency office, is the date that applies for refund policies.
In no case is Helia Travel Agency liable to refund for unused services.
Participants
Helia Travel Agency reserves the right to refuse participation prior to or during a trip to any individual whose behavior and/or attitude interferes with the general enjoyment and well-being of other tour members and if anyone, participant or Helia Travel Agency staff, is endangered by this individual. In case any of the above mentioned happens Helia Travel Agency will not be liable to refund or pay any compensations as such.
Rights of the Travel agent
Helia Travel Agency reserves the right to change itineraries or tour arrangements if necessary or by what is known as "force majeure". In the case of a tour cancellation by Helia Travel Agency, registered participants will be refunded in total amounts paid to Helia Travel Agency which is not liable for any payments or compensation due to additional expenses such as non-refundable advance purchase airline tickets.
Baggage
One piece of baggage not exceeding 20 kgs (44 lbs) (Lufthansa dimensions) per person is allowed. The company is not responsible for any loss or damage to baggage (or) belongings. However, the company will assist with any claims made.
Insurance
Helia Travel Agency is fully insured according to the law for its activity, third part liability, work accidents for staff, and car passengers in our vehicles. We recommend all participants ensure your Travel Insurance has adequate coverage for cancellation and refund, luggage, medical expenses and repatriation, death and permanent disability.
Image Use
Helia Travel Agency reserves the right to use without charge any photographs or images of any kind of participants for bona-fide promoting and marketing purposes.
Law
These terms and conditions may only be waived by a manager of Helia Travel Agency in writing. When you sign the registration form you agree to accept all these conditions, and when we accept your reservation we agree to carry out our obligations to you as defined in this document and other information provided to you.
Unforeseeable circumstances and responsibility
You must accept, for participation in a Helia Travel Agency tour, that the normal flexibility of an adventure outdoor activity is necessary, and acknowledge that delays and alterations and their results are possible. Neither Helia Travel Agency nor any person assisting is responsible for any loss, injury, damage, accident, delay or irregularities sustained by the clients including those occurred outside the tour programs. The company does not accept responsibility for losses or expenses due to delay or changes in other services, accident, sickness, weather, strikes, war and other unforeseen circumstances.
Internet service and use of web site
Use of this website, booking request and the contract between participant and Helia Travel Agency is subject to the laws of Slovenia, and you irrevocably submit to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of Slovenia. If you are not located in Slovenia, we will not be liable for any breach of any foreign legislation, code or directive as a result of you using the services offered by us, or purchasing any of the travel-related products or services of third party suppliers made available through this website.
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Terms and Conditions prior to Nov 2023
General Terms and Conditions
These conditions are valid from 7.6.2018
Conclusion of the Travel Agreement
By registering, the customer undertakes to enter into a travel agreement with Helia Travel Agency Ltd (hereinafter referred to as Helia Travel Agency). Registration shall take place in writing on the form designated for this purpose. A telephonic, oral or other form of registration with us or one of our partner agencies shall be equally binding. Registration shall be carried out by the registering party for all co-named participants. The registering party firmly agrees to these conditions of travel, including on behalf of and for the co-named participants. The agreement shall come into being upon acceptance by Helia Travel Agency or its partner agencies upon sending the booking confirmation. Subsidiary agreements and amendments to the concluded travel agreement shall require our written confirmation.
Accommodation
Each tour price is per person, generally based on double bedroom occupancy (two persons sharing). In some locations participants may occupy larger rooms/suites/apartments for more than two persons. Participants signing up individually, if they wish so, will be assigned roommates of the same sex. In most tours there are a limited number of single-occupancy rooms available for those paying the extra supplement. Singles supplement will only be charged for those requiring single-occupancy rooms. Daily breakfast will be provided at the hotels. If booked extra, dinner will be provided at a standard restaurant, beverages will be provided by the clients.
Prices
Prices are presented in Euros (€). Prices are guaranteed independently of exchange rate variations. Our prices include only what is listed in programmes and do not include airfares or other transportation costs to and from Slovenia.
Reservations and Deposit
Filling in and sending the online booking form or providing the relevant data via electronic message, fax or telephone to Helia Travel Agency is a conclusion of a binging travel arrangement. Within 8 days a deposit of 30% of final amount must be paid. Payment can be made: by credit card (Mastercard / Eurocard, Visa or American Express) or bank draft. We accept major credit cards over the phone, fax or email.
Final Payment
Final payment is due 14 days before the tour begins. If paying by credit card, this amount will be automatically deducted.
Cancellation and Refund Policy
If you cancel your booking the following cancellation scale applies:
- up to 56 days prior to holiday start date - 20% of total holiday cost
- 35 to 55 days prior to holiday start date - 40% of total holiday cost
- 28 to 35 days prior to holiday start date - 70% of total holiday cost
- 1 to 27 days prior to holiday start date - 90% of total holiday cost
- no show on arrival day or interruption of your tour - 100% costs
Cancellations must be made in writing; the date it's received in the Helia Travel Agency office, is the date that applies for refund policies.
Participants
Helia Travel Agency reserves the right to refuse participation prior to or during a trip to any individual whose behaviour and/or attitude interferes with the general enjoyment and well-being of other tour members and if anyone, participant or Helia Travel Agency staff, is endangered by this individual. In case any of the above mentioned happens Helia Travel Agency will not be liable to refund or pay any compensations as such. In no case is Helia Travel Agency liable to refund for unused services.
Rights of the Travel agent
Helia Travel Agency reserves the right to change itineraries or tour arrangements if necessary or by what is known as "force majeure". In the case of a tour cancellation by Helia Travel Agency, registered participants will be refunded in total amounts paid to Helia Travel Agency which is not liable for any payments or compensation due to additional expenses such as non-refundable advance purchase airline tickets.
Baggage
One piece of baggage not exceeding 20 kgs (44 lbs) per person is allowed. The company is not responsible for any loss or damage to baggage (or) belonging. However, the company will assist with any claims made.
Insurance
Helia Travel Agency is fully insured according to the law for its activity, third part liability, work accidents for staff, and car passengers in our vehicles. We recommend all participants ensure your Travel Insurance has adequate coverage for cancellation and refund, luggage, medical expenses and repatriation, death and permanent disability.
Image Use
Helia Travel Agency reserves the right to use without charge any photographs or images of any kind of participants for bona fide promoting and marketing purposes.
Law
These terms and conditions may only be waived by a manager of Helia Travel Agency in writing. When you sign the registration form you agree to accept all these conditions, and when we accept your reservation we agree to carry out our obligations to you as defined in this document and other information provided to you.
Unforeseeable circumstances and responsibility
You must accept, for participation in a Helia Travel Agency tour, that the normal flexibility of an adventure outdoor activity is necessary, and acknowledge that delays and alterations and their results are possible. Neither Helia Travel Agency nor any person assisting is responsible for any loss, injury, damage, accident, delay or irregularities sustained by the clients including those occurred outside the tour programs. The company does not accept responsibility for losses or expenses due to delay or changes in other services, accident, sickness, weather, strikes, war and other unforeseen circumstances.
Internet service and use of web site
Use of this website, booking request and the contract between participant and Helia Travel Agency is subject to the laws of Slovenia, and you irrevocably submit to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of Slovenia. If you are not located in Slovenia, we will not be liable for any breach of any foreign legislation, code or directive as a result of you using the services offered by us, or purchasing any of the travel-related products or services of third party suppliers made available through this website.
Tour Details
Insurance
Insurance is not included. Travel insurance is required for this tour. Please make sure you are adequately covered.
Optional
- Bike rental 75 EUR classic touring bikes are equipped with 24 gears. One pannier per bike. One lock, one spare inner tube, one set of Allen keys and a basic puncture repair kit per couple/pair of bikes. Every additional day: 25 EUR per bike. Bike rental period starts at 9:00 on day 2 of the tour and ends at 18:00 on day 4
- Electric bike 150 EUR
- Printed information package in English, including route notes and detailed maps, delivered upon arrival - 30 EUR.
Flights
Flights are not included.
Additional Services
- Accommodation in hotels 3*/4* in a two bedded ensuite facilities room, on basis of bed & breakfast
- Luggage transfer between hotels, one piece max 23 kg / 50 lb. Every additional piece 40 EUR per trip, payable on the spot
- Tour description and maps in GUIBO application electronic form
- Welcome meeting and bike handover
- Local tourist and other taxes
- Backup service during the trip
Additional Services
Additional Transfers:
Ljubljana Airport to Muggia: 1–3 persons: 210 EUR, 4–8 persons: 240 EUR
Ljubljana City to Muggia: 1–3 persons: 190 EUR, 4–8 persons: 220 EUR
Trieste Airport to Muggia: 1–3 persons: 170 EUR, 4–8 persons: 190 EUR
Poreč to Muggia: 1–3 persons: 240 EUR, 4–8 persons: 280 EUR
Poreč to Trieste Airport: 1–3 persons: 280 EUR, 4–8 persons: 380 EUR
Poreč to Ljubljana Airport: 1–3 persons: 310 EUR, 4–8 persons: 390 EUR
Meals
Breakfast.
Guide
This is self-guided tour.
Good to know
Currency
€
Euro
Italy
Plugs and adapters
Plug type L
Customer reviews
Operator
Faq Tour
How can I book a tour?
You can order a tour on our website by selecting the desired dates and clicking the “Confirm dates” button. You can also contact our sales department by phone or email.
Which payment options are available?
We accept credit cards, bank transfers and other popular payment methods.
Can I change or cancel my reservation?
Yes, changes or cancellations are possible, however penalties may apply depending on the time before the tour starts.
What documents are required to participate in the tour?
You will need a passport with a valid visa (if required) to visit countries along the tour route.
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