E-bike Cycling Cruise Highlights of Istria; Round-Trip Omisalj 7nts (Fridays) on MS Linda

Individual arrival at Omisalj, a charming old pirate haven on the island of Krk. Check-in on board is from around 2 pm. Once settled in our cabins we make the first crossing to Cres, to the island capital of the same name, whose Venetian-influenced old town of alleys and churches invites an evening stroll. Night in Cres.

A morning cruise to Pula over breakfast. In the afternoon we ride through Galizana to Vodnjan and the fishing village of Fazana before returning to Pula, where a guided city tour takes in the Roman arena and old town before a free evening. Night in Pula. Approx. 28 km.

A morning cruise to Vrsar, where Casanova is said to have taken refuge from jealous husbands. From here we ride along the Limski Canal through the rural hinterland to Porec, a lively town with a long promenade and the early-Christian mosaics of the Euphrasian Basilica. Time to swim and relax in the afternoon. Night in Porec. Approx. 42 km.

We follow the Parenzana, an old railway line, to the artists' village of Groznjan, a medieval hilltown of romantic alleys, flower-filled squares and galleries. In the afternoon we ride on through rural Istria via Buje to Novigrad for the evening. Night in Novigrad. Approx. 66 km.

A breakfast cruise to Rovinj, the start of today's ride, which follows an old railway line to the Lim Canal with an optional extension past quiet bays for a swim. In the afternoon a guided tour reveals the secrets of Rovinj, often called the Pearl of Istria. Approx. 16 km.

A morning ride near the coast, mostly on forest paths, to Fazana with its little harbour and colourful houses. We board and cruise along the coast to Rabac, on a picturesque bay with white pebble beaches and clear water. Approx. 37 km.

An early crossing to Krk for the final stage, from Njivice to Omisalj across the largest island in Croatia, home of the white wine Zlahtina. There is a chance to cover yourself in the mineral mud of the bay of Soline along the way. A celebratory dinner on board closes the week. Approx. 44 km.

One final breakfast onboard. Check-out of your cabin by 9am.