Summit to Sea Hiking Tour

Upon arrival, check-in at a 4-star hotel situated in Opatija, free time to freshen up and get ready for the days ahead.

There is no better way to get a feel for the soul of this region than to take a leisured walk around town.

Walking through Opatija is a „wellness experience “by itself. The fresh air filled with the gentle taste of aerosol rich in iodine and sea salt is the perfect recipe for health, and it was recognized 130 years ago when Opatija received the title of a royal sanatorium.

Start from Slatina toward Volosko.

Because of its many restaurants, Volosko is at the crest of Croatian gastronomy – don't miss out on the opportunity to taste the exceptional Mediterranean cuisine that is based on fresh fish and local ingredients any time of year!

To get ready for the active days ahead, enjoy the hotel spa and relax zone at the hotel. Evening at leisure. Overnight in Opatija.

You will be on the trail no later than 9:00 a.m. The trail starts at Poklon (922 m). The route will lead through forest and meadows until reaching a 1,012 m high hilltop sloping down into the sea. On the way to this point (Babin grob), you will pass through the beautiful landscape of Učka Nature Park.

On the hilltop, gaze at the rich opening before you and have some rest.

From Babin Grob, you will take a trail descending via east slope of Učka down to Medveja, a strip of coast with a beautiful beach. A definite highlight is to enter the sea right after the hike.

Please note, some previous downhill hiking experience is recommended. The lower section of the route has hundred-year-old stone stairs that you should take on your way down to the coast.

There is no backbreaking tempo however, and you rest a lot. Special attention is paid to scenic routes.

Optional: After the hike is over, your guide can take you to the tavern offering home-made specialties and a spectacular view. You can have a beer with some snacks, or tea with homemade strudel.

Return to Opatija. Mitigate possible muscle fatigue from hiking by taking the relaxation session at the spa and relax zone in the hotel. Overnight.

Today we start early, with an early breakfast. Your guide will pick you up in front of your hotel at 6:45 a.m.

The boat ride starts from Lovran to the northeast side of the island of Cres.

You will dock in the village of Beli from where you set off on foot at 9:00 a.m. from the coast up to the north tip of the Tramontana ridge. This is not a demanding tour, but it is not negligible either. Certain physical fitness is required.

Accompanied by your local guide, you will walk up for about 2,5 hours before getting to the ridge. Walking on it, you will see that the ridge is a mixture of dense forest patches and barren lands, with beautiful views of the east coast and the Adriatic Sea. Along the way, you will probably see wild animals, sheep herds, and there is a possibility to see griffon vultures as well. You’ll be passing by wooded areas alternate with rocky clearings, and such a landscape will be repeated back and forth to the highest part of the ridge (Sis, 639 m) from where you descend to the south side of the ridge and the narrowest belt of the island Cres.

You will walk along the ridge for 2 hours before descending (30-minute walk) to the altitude of 370 m, where a van will pick you up and drive to Dragozetići village (274 m). From the village, you have some half an hour on foot to a quiet and beautiful beach where a boat is waiting for you.

The trail is unmarked, and the path is relatively easy, but in some places, the hike will include rocky terrain. There you will need to take extra care on your step and keep stability. You will have several breaks during the walk, the pace is light and relaxed.

You can swim in the bay after the hike, and slowly head back towards Lovran, where you will dock around 7:00 p.m.

Transfer to the hotel. Overnight in Opatija.

After breakfast, check out from the hotel. If you have spare time before leaving Opatija, check out the Green Market. A lively fruit and vegetable market is a great place to see how the locals shop and to pick up some fresh fruits for your trip.