Highlights of Opatija
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Port
Rijeka, Croatia
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Activity Level
Moderate
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Excursion Type
All
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Wheelchair Accessible
No
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Starting At
$99.95
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Minimum Age
Information Not Currently Available
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Duration
Approximately 4½ Hours
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Meals Included
Meals not included
A 40-minute motorcoach drive from port brings you to Opatija. Situated on the slopes of Mount Ucka and overlooking the coastline of Kvarner Bay, Opatija is a gem of a resort town nestled in the heart of the Kvarner Riviera. It seamlessly blends its old-world charm with its status as an elegant vacation destination for Europe's aristocrats and artists. View this playground of the rich and famous on a narrated panoramic drive that takes you past the grand hotels, lush public gardens and taffy-colored villas of Opatija.
Then, you'll leave the coach for a one-hour guided walking tour that traverses the Lungomare -- a seven-mile coastal promenade lined with luxurious villas. Look for the Maiden with the Seagull statue -- a popular symbol of Opatija's connection to the sea.
Photograph a collage of highlights, including the expansive gardens of Villa Angiolina. Constructed in 1844, this was one of the area's first tourist resorts.
Explore Opatija on your own this afternoon. You have about 1½ hours of free time for browsing among the handmade souvenirs sold along the seaside promenade. You may wish to visit the Operetta -- one of the prettiest shopping complexes in Croatia -- the Museum of Croatian Tourism, the early 15th-century St Jacob's Church, or Volosko, a neighboring fishing village.
Notes:
Wear comfortable walking shoes. Use of an audio headset (included) will enhance your tour experience.