Cycle the Wine Roads of Istria

Adult bicycles are quality hybrids, made by FELT. The model is the QX80 and there are a range of sizes to ensure there is a good match between you and your hire bike. These are very comfortable bikes, with quality components, ideally suited for roads and gravel tracks. The bikes have 27 gears, operated by easy-to-use gear shifters.

The tour operator will supply helmets, hand pump, puncture repair kits, cycle computers (measuring speed, distance etc.), rear rack and bottle holder.

It is recommend that you bring a lightweight waterproof jacket in case of showers. On longer tours, you might like to wear cycling shorts or padded under-shorts, cycling gloves and cycling shoes (or stiff-soled trainers) as these will make your ride more comfortable. Sunglasses protect your eyes from bright light, and also from airborne insects – a particular hazard if you are speeding downhill on a bike.

Accommodation is clean and simple. You'll mainly stay in small, locally-run, 2-3 star hotels and guesthouses, which reflect the character of the area.
 

Breakfasts are generally buffets that take your active program into consideration with a variety of low-fat and high-nutrition choices. Lunch is generally on your own, although some groups tours decide to pool funds on some days and enjoy picnics en route. Dinners are usually included with guided tours, and dinner packages ("half pension") are a frequent option with self-guided tours. Expect either a fixed menu or a few choices. If you have any allergies, restrictions or strong preferences, please let us know as far in advance as possible.

The beauty of cycling in Istria is that the roads are generally very quiet. The tours are planned on local roads with some short connections on main roads but generally the cycling is relaxed and traffic light.

Book as soon as your plans are finalized as Istria is extremely popular over the summer months.

Traditionally April/May/June and September/October  have always been the most popular time of year because the weather is better and there is less traffic on the road.

In July and August, air temperature and humidity are higher and there's more traffic on the roads.

The tour operator use local taxis to transfer your baggage and they can normally move you, your bike and baggage to the next stop in case of emergency. Local buses can also take bikes sometimes .