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Experience Concierge

Treat yourself to unforgettable memories with our professional and personalised recommendations on activities and local attractions, tours and excursions.

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What we offer


Experience Concierge services

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Discover the best of Istria

Highlights
  • we take care of every aspect of your holiday, from general enquiries to personalised requests
  • we help in choosing and booking carefully selected local experiences, top attractions, and private and gourmet tours
  • we provide information and book additional services within the accommodation
  • we organise transport to and around the destination
  • we inform you about the Valamar Rewards loyalty programme
  • find souvenirs from the Maro and Valamar collections – from practical holiday mementos to stylish and functional accessories

 

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Embark on gourmet discoveries

Homemade pasta workshop

Warm up the Istrian way with rakija and hot fritule, then join a local pasta-making workshop in Motovun. Learn the dough by hand and enjoy it with truffle spread and Malvasia.


ALL MONTHS

From
440 € per person

Organic goat cheese tasting

Tour a rustic farm and cheesery before tasting fresh and aged cheeses. Enjoy homemade bread, wine and toppings that bring Istria’s cheese culture to life.


MARCH - OCTOBER

From
30 € per person

Truffle hunting & truffle tasting

Embark on a truffle hunting adventure, starting with a toast of homemade brandy before skilled dogs and guides reveal the forest’s secrets, ending with truffle creations paired with Malvasia and Teran.


ALL MONTHS

From
95 € per person

Organic wine and olive oil tasting at the Ipša estate

Enjoy a tasting of two premium olive oils and wines at the Ipša estate, paired with local charcuterie and a selection of cheeses, while learning about the host family’s story and production.


FEBRUARY - NOVEMBER

From
30 € per person

Olive oil grand tasting

Discover Istria’s essence on a tasting journey at Chiavalon, where award-winning olive oils take center stage, complemented by local wine and gourmet bites that highlight the region’s flavors.


ALL MONTHS

From
60 € per person


Explore sea adventures

Private tour

Private yacht trip to Cres, Lubenice Beach and the Blue Cave

Spend the day cruising towards Cres on a private yacht, with clear-water swimming, dramatic coastal scenery and relaxed time on board between Lubenice Beach and the Blue Cave.


APRIL- OCTOBER

From
3.250 € per group up to 8

Private tour

Cape Kamenjak snorkelling tour to the pirate cave

Head below the surface on a guided small-group sea adventure near Pula. Explore rocky coastal scenery, spot colourful underwater life and finish with a pirate treasure quest and prize.


JUNE - SEPTEMBER

From
150 € per person

Private tour

Private luxury boat tour

Make the Kvarner coast your playground for the day with a flexible private boat route. Choose between island swimming stops, the Blue Cave, coastal towns or a sunset cruise towards Opatija.


MAY - OCTOBER

From
1.900 € per group up to 12

Private tour

Private snorkeling & treasure hunt

Turn a day at sea into a guided underwater adventure. Snorkel near boat-access spots, look for marine details below the surface and follow an exciting treasure hunt.


JUNE - SEPTEMBER

From
1.600 € per group up to 5

Private tour

Island escape

Leave the shore for a private route across the Adriatic towards Cres. Swim in the Blue Cave, snorkel near Lubenice Beach and enjoy slow coastal cruising, with the option to choose a shorter or fuller day at sea.


APRIL – OCTOBER

From
640 € per group up to 10


Explore our other selected experiences

Off-road gourmet tour in Istria

Hop into a legendary Defender and discover Istria beyond the usual maps. Ride from Pazin to Hum and Kotle, with off-road trails, waterfalls, tastings and optional zip-lining over Pazin Cave.


MARCH - OCTOBER

From
148 € per person

Private tour

Private gourmet hot air balloon ride over Istria

Take in Istria from the sky with luxury transfer, attentive crew and champagne during the flight. Watch the coast, hilltop towns and countryside unfold in a refined sky-high experience.


APRIL - OCTOBER

From
2.035 € for 2 people

Brijuni photo safari

Take on a creative photo adventure across Brijuni National Park. Visit hidden corners, Roman villas, a safari park and lookouts, complete fun challenges and compete for team prizes.


ALL MONTHS

From
450 € per person

Walking through the Valley of the Mills

Follow the Pazinčica River on a gentle walk through the Valley of the Mills. See waterfalls, hear stories of old mills and river life and enjoy time for photos in unspoiled nature.


MARCH - OCTOBER

From
105 € per person

Baredine Cave and Tractor Story

Explore the Baredine cave and uncover the Tractor Story exhibition on this tour featuring a mix of underground wonder and Istrian heritage – perfect for families and kids.


APRIL - OCTOBER

From
14 € per person

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Valamar Riviera d.d. has accommodation facilities in the Republic of Croatia and the Republic of Austria, where it operates through its branch Valamar Riviera d.d., Zweigniederlassung Austria, Gamsleitenstraße 6, 5563 Obertauern, FN 583355 a (Landesgericht Salzburg), VAT ID: ATU 78289647. Additionally, Valamar is a management company that, based on contracts, manages the tourism segment of the business and offers accommodation services in the facilities of Imperial Riviera d.d., Republic of Croatia, Rab, Jurja Barakovića 2, OIB: 90896496260 and HELIOS FAROS d.d., Republic of Croatia, Stari Grad, Naselje Helios 5, OIB: 48594515409. The term Valamar properties includes accommodation facilities of Valamar Riviera d.d., in Croatia and Austria, as well as accommodation facilities of other companies it manages.

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