On the day before you start cycling, you’ll receive your bike and the gear for the journey including a waterproof bag for the ride. This is also your time to go through final equipment checks.

We recommend arriving to Trieste in the morning and spend at least one full day before departure to settle in and calmly prepare for the ride ahead. Use this time to check your readiness, make sure that you are exploring the region at its best.

Take the opportunity to explore the city: visit a local market to gather snacks or supplies for the first days, and enjoy dinner in one of Trieste’s great culinary scenes.

This is where the journey begins.

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Accommodation: Trieste (Italy)

Good morning Italy!
The first moments of your adventure begin as you make your way from Trieste to Muggia a small, peaceful town located at the Gulf of Trieste, eastern Italy. From there, the Parenzana trail winds through green hills, farmland, and small Italian villages. You probably won’t even notice when you cross the border from Italy into Slovenia. The next stop will be Koper, a charming port city on the Adriatic coast with its medieval old town. From Koper you will cycle to Izola/Isola, once a fishing village and later a Venetian outpost, its charm lies in the narrow cobbled streets, colorful houses, and a small harbor that still bustles with local boats. A kind of place where you slow down, breathe in the salty air, and simply enjoy the rhythm of coastal life.

From Izola you will cycle to the place where you will spend the night.

Meals: B
Accommodation: Area of Izola/Isola (Slovenia)
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Approximate cycling profile:
Difficulty level: Medium

Distance: 35 km
Highest point: 80 m.a.s.l.
Lowest point: Sea Level
Elevation Gain: 255 m
Elevation Loss: 255 m

Good Morning Slovenia. Today brings a lot of great adventures opportunities!

You will start the day with a good mix of nature and countryside vibes on your way deep into Istria. The cycle takes you to the salt pans of Sečoveljske Soline/Soline di Sicciole. This magical landscape is a protected nature reserve spread out over a wide stretch of coastal wetlands. It offers a unique glimpse into a centuries-old Istrian tradition where salt has been harvested by hand for over 700 years. From the wetland you will cross the border into Crotia, from where you will accent into the inland of Istria following the railway line on a gravel road mostly. This ride offer a spectacular view and a great understanding of how significant the Parenzana railway was. You will pass near Buje, a hilltop Istrian town, surrounded by vineyards, olive groves, and rolling countryside. Once part of the Venetian Republic, Buje still carries traces of its Italian heritage in its architecture and culture. It’s a quiet, scenic place that invites you to explore on foot, and maybe enjoy a glass of local wine or olive oil straight from the source.

Meals: B
Accommodation: Area of Buje/Buja (Croatia)

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Approximate cycling profile:
Difficulty level: Medium

Distance: 34 km
Highest point: 198 m.a.s.l.
Lowest point: Sea Level
Elevation Gain: 325 m
Elevation Loss: 140 m

Today’s first will be Triban, the kind of place where life moves at a slower pace and nature is never far away. While it’s a quiet stop, Triban offers a glimpse into everyday rural life in Istria simple, authentic, and grounded in tradition. From Triban you will cycle to Grožnjan/Grisignana, located in the central Istria area. This charming medieval village is also known by its nickname, the “Town of Artists.” Its narrow streets and stone walls open onto sweeping views of the Mirna River valley, vineyards, olive groves, and even the distant Adriatic.
We would lie if we told you that this is all for today, but the rest of the day brings so many good stops that we can’t even dive into all of them. You will spend the night in Motovun so you get the chance to explore this ancient town, sip a full-bodied Istrian wine, or hunt fragrant truffles.

Accommodation: Motovun

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Approximate cycling profile:
Difficulty level: Medium

Distance: 34 km
Highest point: 305 m.a.s.l.
Lowest point: Sea Level
Elevation Gain: 455 m
Elevation Loss: 420 m

We hope you are ready to get off to the last stage of the Parenzana trail, this day you will be cycling mostly down the hills of inland Istria back to the Adriatic coastline. The first part of the way is on an off-road cycle path in the fantastic nature of the peninsula.
You will pass by the Vižinada, a perfect blend of Istrian soul, food, breathtaking landscapes, and charming traditions. A haven for travelers seeking slow exploration.
From Vižinada you will be cycling along small villages and have the opportunity to explore one of the most iconic hidden gems of Istria Baredine Cave, a stunning underground world carved by water over millions of years. The last stage of the day will lead you directly to Poreč. Poreč also known with its Italian name Parenzo, where the railway line and the trails’ name comes from. The during its glorious time the Parenzana railway made it way to this charming coastal town.

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Approximate cycling profile:
Difficulty level: Medium

Distance: 35 km
Highest point: 276 m.a.s.l.
Lowest point: Sea Level
Elevation Gain: 185 m
Elevation Loss: 440 m

Accommodation: Not Included

Good morning Poreč, you can start the day slow or go for an exploration. If you wish to stay in Poreč for longer, we can arrange extra nights for you.

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Meals: B