8-Nights Istria to Veneto: A Culinary Route

Food lovers! Reward fulfilling days on spectacular trails by raising your taste buds to the next level on this active cultural and culinary journey. Trace Croatia's Istrian Peninsula, Slovenia's Julian Alps, and Italy's Friuli-Venezia-Giulia region and discover an array of beautiful villages and towns including Rovinj, Bale, Motovun, Groznjan, Bled, and Montemaggiore. Discover the wonders of this trio of countries on awe-inspiring hikes. Go wine tasting, learn how to hunt truffles, taste olive oil, and sample regional delicacies in the Mediterranean as you've never seen it before.

Highlights:

• Experience the best and most delicious of three countries as you hike delightful trails through scenic Mediterranean landscapes
• Visit cobblestone medieval towns and villages, including picturesque Rovinj and hill-top Motovun, and explore bountiful orchards and vineyards
• Hunt for truffles, stop to sip olive oils, and savor a variety of local treats along the way — all while enjoying the region's warm hospitality

Important Trip Details:
This is an easy to moderate hike, with minimal elevation gain each day. Terrain is a mix of established walking paths, dirt roads and cobblestone village streets. The mileage averages 4-6 miles per day.

Minimum Age: 16