TourIstra

FISH PICNIC - Boat excursion

Itinerary: departure from the port of Umag, in the early morning. Boat cruise along the western Istrian coast to Poreč -the city of mosaics. In Poreč You will be taken on a guided sightseeing (Decumanus Street, Euphrasius Basilika). Afterwards we continue by boat to the flooded canyon valley- the LimChannel. As you enjoy the panoramic view of the most beatiful Adriatic bay, lunch will be served to You. We proceed to Rovinj, the city of St.Euphemia. The guide will take You to the oldtown and afterwards you will have some spare time to take a swim.

Poreč is a town located in the heart of the western coast of Istria. A town of culture, tourism, sport and entertainment, it has been recognised and awarded for the beauty of its public spaces and its cleanliness many times over.

Poreč grew from a small coastal settlement into an attractive tourist destination distinct for the great care put into the beauty of its public spaces, a wide variety of accommodation possibilities, a diverse offering of events and activities as well as facilities tailored to each individual guest.

Poreč is a town with a long and turbulent history which nurtures remnants of its past in the heart of its old town. From Ancient Roman times to the present day more than two thousand years have passed, and the streets of Poreč continue to preserve their original architecture and numerous cultural and historical monuments. Of these we can especially note the Euphrasian Basilica with its distinctive mosaics dating from the 6th century which UNESCO recognised and protected as a world heritage site in 1997.

ROVINJ: Feel the enchantment of the town in its narrow medieval streets and warm Mediterranean setting. The main Church of St. Euphemia keeps relics of the saint and presents one of the most beautiful Baroque achievements in Istria. From the church plateau there is a wonderful view of the open sea and numerous islets in the distance. A visit to the Rovinj Town Museum and the town’s many galleries will complete your cultural experience.

LIM FJORD: This flooded karstic canyon, which has been declared “a special maritime reserve” and “an area of outstanding natural beauty”, is a testimony to the climatic changes and geological evolution of Istria. With its emerald green sea and varied vegetation this is one of the most beautiful fjords on the Adriatic coast. Romuald’s cave is situated here.