2020 Wilderness Travel Catalog of Adventures

Croatia: Istria & the Dalmatian Coast ENCHANTING ISLANDS, HILL TOWNS, AND CULINARY DELIGHTS

On the sunny northern Dalmatian Coast (and far from the cruise ships), we’ve crafted a journey of vineyard hikes, walks in truffle and olive oil country, island hopping, and seaside

Days 4-5 Rovinj / Porec / Pula We walk another stretch of the Parenzana, then head to Porec, climbing up the bell tower of its majestic cathedral for Adriatic vistas. At Pula, we explore its impressively intact Roman amphitheater. Overnights are in Rovinj, a dreamy town of Venetian townhouses set on a peninsula jutting into the sea. With its quayside cafes, yachts, fishing boats, and Venetian mansions, it has a delightfully Italian flavor. Days 6-7 Cres / Lubenice On rugged Cres, an island of tiny stone villages, we hike from a clifftop Lubenice down through pine forests to the bay of Martinšćica for a picnic and a swim. We walk along the seaside promenade to Veli Losinj, set around a natural harbor, and up a ridge to the church of St. Ivan, overlooking the sea. Days 8-11 Rab / Trogir By private sailboat, we head to the Renaissance-era island of Rab, and we hike in Krka National Park to enjoy its karst landscape of cliffs and canyons. Our trip ends in Trogir, with its medieval Old Town surrounded by the sea. Depart on Day 11 via Split or extend to Dubrovnik. DUBROVNIK EXTENSION Discover the spectacular walled city and surrounding countryside. Call for details.

rambles along the blue Adriatic. We’ll hike up to the castle-topped hill town of Motovun, with a walk on its ancient walls, explore Kvarner Gulf by sailboat, enjoy swim stops, and see the grand Roman amphitheater at Pula. Along the way, our Trip Leaders introduce us to local people, great wines, and regional delights (think

“ So much more than I was expecting! Every day I was surprised, impressed, or wowed by something.” Tori H., Cincinnati OH

DAN HELLER

freshly grilled calamari waterside!). Our journey begins in Slovenia’s lovely capital, Ljubljana, and our finale is in majestic Trogir, a World Heritage Site. Days 1-3 Ljubljana, Slovenia / Motovun, Croatia / Groznjan In Ljubljana, we stroll cobbled streets, then cross to Croatia’s Istria Peninsula for a hike through truffle country to the hill town of Motovun, entering town on a walk through its original gates. After our hike on the Parenzana Trail, we visit the artists’ haven of Groznjan, once a Venetian fortress town.

HIGHLIGHTS • Hike to the stunning hill towns of Motovun, Gracisce, and Lubenice

• Discover the amphitheater at Pula, whose amazing state of preservation brings the Roman world to life • Explore exquisite Rovinj, Veli Losinj, and islands of the northern Dalmatian Coast • Enjoy private tastings of artisan products and sample great local wines DETAILS • 11-day trip begins in Ljubljana, Slovenia, and ends in Split, Croatia • 10 nights hotels and inns • All meals included except 3 dinners

Join us for island and coast hikes, village walks, wine tasting, and seaside picnics on the stunning Dalmatian Coast. PHOTO: PAOLO GIOCOSO

DATES Apr 29-May 9, 2020

Jun 3-13 Sep 2-12 Sep 16-26

TRIP COST $4895 (10-15 members) $5395 (4-9 members) Single supplement: $690 Dubrovnik Extension: Call for details TRIP LEVEL 1 2 + 3 4 5 6 A mix of easy to moderate walks and hikes, 2-5 hours a day, van support

JUSTIN FOULKES

COMBINE ANY TWO EUROPE TRIPS FOR A $400 PER PERSON DISCOUNT! 85