Excursion Medieval istria, roc and hum town tour at Rijeka

Opatija, Ucka Mountain, Istrian Peninsula and Roc Village Walking Tour

Depart the pier for the scenic, approximately one -hour drive over Ucka Mountain en route to the Istrian Peninsula, and a visit to Roc Village. A n important cultural monument, Roc features well-preserved medieval town walls with two entrances, a Roman lapidarium, Venetian bombarda cannon, and functional watchtower. Churches abound here, and include the 11th-century Romanesque Church of St. Anthony, small St. Roch Church with several notable, 14th-century frescoes representing St. Paul and the Apostles, as well as the St. Bartholomew Parish Church, which dates from the 14th century and features a prominent, approximately 85-foot-high (about 26-metre-high) steeple erected in 1676. Numerous other smaller artefacts are preserved in the ancient buildings.

Frescoes Workshop Presentation, Glagolitic Alley and Hum Town

Following a short walking tour of Roc Village, view a fresco presentation at a local artist's workshop, then re-board your coach and head to the town of Hum. En route, pass by the Glagolitic Alley, a scenic route of ten monuments from the history of the Glagolitic alphabet. Located in the central part of Istria on an approximately 1,145-foot-high (about 349-meter-high) hill overlooking the Mirna Valley, Hum Town has retained all the features of medieval urban architecture and organization. With a population of just 21 people as per the 2011 census, Hum is often called the smallest town in the world. On its western side, Hum is enclosed by town walls; on the remaining sides, houses are built into the defensive walls.

Hum Walking Tour, Churches, Glagolitic Wall Writings, Local Tavern, Specialties Tasting

Upon arrival in Hum Town, take a guided walking tour. See the bell and watch tower, built in 1552 as part of the town's defenses. The present Church of St. Jerome with its classical facade was built in 1802 on the side of an earlier church. The 'Glagolitic wall writings are preserved in the church. Written in the formative Glagolitic period (the second  half of the 12th century), they are one of the oldest examples of Croatian Glagolitic literary culture in the Middle Ages. Following your tour, proceed for a visit to a traditional local tavern for a tasting of Istrian specialties served with wine. At the conclusion of your visit, re -board your coach and commence the approximately one-hour drive back to the pier via the Adriatic coastline.

Points of interests

points of interest seen on this excursion may include: Opatija, Ucka Mountain, Istrian Peninsula and Roc Village Walking Tour, Frescoes Workshop Presentation and Hum Town, Hum Walking Tour, Churches, Glagolitic Wall Writings, Local Tavern, Specialties Tasting

Note

Please note: This tour involves a moderate amount of walking, at times on inclines, and over uneven, cobblestone surfaces. This tour is not suitable for guests with limited mobility or for those who utilize a wheelchair.  Guests should wear seasonal clothing, flat, walking shoes and sun protection. Space on this tour is limited; we suggest you book well in advance to avoid disappointment.