Excursion Trsat & rijeka highlights tour at Rijeka

Trsat, Gradina Fortress, Trsat Castle, Shrine of Our Lady of Trsat, and Franciscan Monastery

Depart the pier for the scenic, approximately 30-minute drive to Trsat, the oldest part of Rijeka Town. Mentioned for the first time in 799, Trsat is an ideal locale for a walk, cup of coffee and sightseeing. Upon arrival, begin your guided walking tour. Along the way, visit the Gradina Fortress and Trsat Castle, which dates from prehistoric times when it was just a watchtower. Nearby is the Franciscan Monastery and Shrine of Our Lady of Trsat, one of the oldest in Croatia. During your visit, learn about the legend of its connection to the Holy Land. For seven centuries, this shrine has been frequented by numerous pilgrims from all around the world. The shrine and Franciscan Monastery are also connected with Rijeka's city center by a total of 561 steps made in the 16th century.

Rijeka, City Centre, and Maritime and History Museum of the Croatian Littoral

Next, re-board your coach and return to Rijeka's city centre for a guided walking tour. Your first stop is at the Maritime and History

Museum of the Croatian Littoral, one of the most important meeting-places of culture in Rijeka City for the last four decades. With its permanent display and many valuable exhibitions from its own holdings or other Croatian museums, the Maritime and History Museum of the Croatian Littoral traces the important events connected with the history and culture of Rijeka, its county and Croatia. The building itself is a monument, as it formerly served as the Governor's Palace.

Korzo Promenade, Cathedral, City Tower, Old Town, and Marketplace

After the museum visit, your guided stroll continues downhill to the main Korzo Promenade. Walk across the promenade and view the Cathedral, City Tower, Old Town with its narrow streets, marketplace, and various other sites in the city center. Following your guided walking tour, some free time is made available to explore your surrounds at your leisure and the return to ship on own.

Points of interests

points of interest seen on this excursion may include: •Visit of the medieval Trsat Castle - a revered pilgrimage site with connections to the Holy Land •Architectural and Artistic Highlights: Rijeka city center with Korzo Promenade and Old Town •Scenic walks and local exploration

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.