Kvarner Bay tour with Opatija, Lovran and local specialties
Excursions & day trips

Kvarner Bay tour with Opatija, Lovran and local specialties

4.7/5
Excellent
Based on 13 reviews
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£67.00
Free cancellation
Language: English
Mobile voucher accepted
Duration: from 4 hours to 8 hours
Why you’ll love this…
  • Discover two of the gems of Kvarner Bay on Croatia's coast
  • Explore the old town, grand villas and tiny marina in Lovran
  • Visit the elegant 19th century royal seaside resort of Opatija
  • Sample typical local specialities accompanied by live music
  • Expert local guide with unrivalled knowledge of Kvarner Bay
What to expect

The coastline of Kvarner Bay is peppered with beautiful towns and historic locations. On this tour, you'll visit two of its most eye-catching spots – the pretty coastal village of Lovran and the cosmopolitan seaside resort of Opatija. Josip, one of our expert local guides, says, ‘Known for its pastel-coloured villas and botanical gardens, Opatija was the place to be seen in the Austro-Hungarian Empire's golden age. Take a stroll along the Lungomare in the footsteps of many kings and emperors from the olden days.'

First up, we'll visit pretty Lovran. There's free time to explore the narrow streets and churches in the old quarter. Lovran developed as a tourist destination in the late 19th century, when several grand hotels and secessionist villas sprang up. It was one of the top resorts in what was then known as the Austrian Riviera. Wander around the vegetation-fringed old town, see the tiny marina and enjoy a tasting of local specialities accompanied by traditional live music.

Next up is the elegant resort of Opatija. It was a simple fishing village, until the aristocracy arrived in the mid-19th century and began building opulent villas and hosting royalty for winter holidays, to take the mild sea air. Today, the historic grandeur is still evident. Josip says, ‘Soak up the regal atmosphere in the Park Angiolina, which surrounds the first holiday villa built here, or on the seaside promenade. Take some time to browse the market, too, where you can get a flavour of local life.'

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What's included
  • check Transport
  • check Guide
  • check Local delicacy tasting
What to remember
  • In case of emergencies, please contact the Destination team for your excursion location. Office hours: 09:00-17:00, Monday to Friday. Support is available in the local language and English onlyDubrovnik: +385 091 603 5117Split: +385 091 603 5069
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Provider
GULLIVER TRAVEL
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 1 day before the experience begins.

What people say about this experience

Excellent

4.7/5

Based on 13 reviews from verified customers

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  • Werni

    From United States of America - July 2025

    Travelled as a couple

     

    35 - 44 years old

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

    Sehr guter Guide and wunderschöne Städte!!

  • Bernadette

    From United States of America - June 2025

    Travelled with family

     

    35 - 44 years old

    Great

    Overall rated

    4/5

    As there is a lot of walking, you may want to advise future travellers, that if they have mobility issues this trip could pose a problem

  • Kevin

    From United States of America - May 2025

    Travelled as a couple

     

    45 - 54 years old

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

  • Ginette

    From United States of America - May 2025

    Travelled with a group of friends

     

    45 - 54 years old

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

    It would have been good to be given a chance for refreshments in Lovran. We were very thirsty by the time we were given free time. A coffee break wou ...

  • Sally and Steve Billingham

    From United States of America - May 2025

    Travelled as a couple

     

    55 - 64 years old

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

    Guide Tin was amazing a fountain of knowledge very friendly could tell he loved his job. Very personable. The lady driver and owner of vehicle a bril ...

  • Lin & Rob

    From United Kingdom - September 2024

    Travelled as a couple

     

    45 - 54 years old

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

    Thought the trip was lovely and we had great weather, the guide was really lovely. We had travelled from hotel Istra so by the time we got Lovran it w ...

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