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Opatija & Kastav

Rijeka, Croatia

Opatija & Kastav

DETAILS

  • 41/4
    hrs Estimate Duration

OVERVIEW

Experience the seaside resort city of Opatija and ancient hilltop Kastav while walking their winding, atmospheric streets and admiring the natural beauty. After departing from the pier, you will enjoy a picturesque drive along the northernmost part of the Adriatic Sea to Opatija. Its idyllic setting and gentle sea breezes have long attracted vacationers and by the mid-1800s numerous health resorts began to appear on the coast. In 1889, Opatija was officially declared a “climatic health resort,” attracting royalty and artists such as James Joyce and Giacomo Puccini. Opatija remains wonderfully enticing, as you will discover during a guided walk that includes a visit to Villa Angiolina. Credited as the building that began the city’s tourist epoch, the former health resort is surrounded by a diverse botanical park. You will also stroll a section of the Lungomare, a coastal promenade that winds past extraordinary examples of Belle Epoque architecture, important Croatian monuments, pebbly beaches and tiny marinas. Tall evergreens shade much of the promenade, making the experience all the more enjoyable. Then, it’s on to Kastav for another enlightening walking tour. Perched on a high hill above the sea, Kastav is known for its medieval architecture and natural beauty. During your visit you can expect to see the ancient town gates, municipal loggia and fortress. St. Jelena’s Church is the most dominant landmark, as its bell tower soars above Kastav. Following your guided tour, you’ll have some free time here to further explore on your own before returning to the pier.

HIGHLIGHTS

• Learn why the idyllic seaside resort town of Opatija is renowned as “a climatic health resort.”
• Visit Villa Angiolina, recognized as the origin of Opatija’s popularity with health-minded guests.
• Stroll the Lungomare promenade in seaside Opatija, viewing stunning Belle Epoque architecture.
• Appreciate lovely Kastav’s medieval buildings, atmospheric streets and dramatic sweeping vistas.

HELPFUL HINTS

• Dress in weather-appropriate clothing.
• Wear flat comfortable walking shoes.

Need to Know:

Note: This tour includes approximately 90 minutes of easy to moderate walking that will include some steps and uneven surfaces. The tour is available to wheelchair guests who have a collapsible wheelchair, are able to make their own way on and off the coach, and have an able bodied companion to assist them. The tour may not be suitable for those with mobility concerns who are cautioned to carefully evaluate their personal level of stamina and ability. Weather appropriate clothing; sun cap; sunglasses; sunscreen; and flat, comfortable walking shoes are recommended. The tour sequence may vary.

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ACTIVITY ATTRIBUTES

Excursion Type:

Scenic & City Tours

Activity Level:

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Tours with this activity level involve a considerable amount of physical activity such as substantial walking over cobblestone streets, uneven or steep terrain, climbing stairs, or extended periods of standing. Not recommended for guests with physical limitations. Comfortable, sturdy shoes are recommended.
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