Slovenia Sailing Adventure

The Slovenian coast is small but beautiful, and it’s perfectly positioned for a week-long sailing adventure that can include Slovenia, Croatia’s Istrian Peninsula, and possibly northern Italy. Below is a 7-day sailing itinerary that mixes coastal cruising, short hops, and rich onshore experiences.

⚓️ 7-Day Sailing Adventure: Adriatic Charm — From Slovenia to Istria

Starting port: Portorož or Izola, Slovenia

Best season: May–September

Vessel type: 35–45 ft sailing yacht or catamaran

Total distance: ~120 nautical miles (moderate pace)

Day 1 – Embark in Portorož / Izola (Slovenia)

Sail: Local waters & Piran Bay (10 nm round trip)

Onshore:

Explore Piran, a stunning Venetian-style town with narrow alleys, pastel façades, and the Tartini Square.

Walk up to St. George’s Church for panoramic sea views.

Optional: visit Sečovlje Salt Pans Nature Park (bike or taxi).

Overnight: Anchor or berth in Piran harbor.

Dinner tip: Fritolin pri Cantini (fresh seafood, local wine).

Day 2 – Piran → Umag (Croatia)

Sail: ~15 nm south across the border.

Onshore:

Clear into Croatia in Umag marina (easy customs process).

Explore Umag’s old town and cycle the Savudrija Lighthouse route along the coast.

Optional wine tasting at Kozlović Winery inland (short taxi ride).

Overnight: Umag marina or nearby anchorage.

Day 3 – Umag → Novigrad → Rovinj

Sail: ~30 nm

Onshore (stop in Novigrad):

Quick swim and lunch stop in Novigrad, a small fishing town with great seafood.

Onshore (Rovinj):

Wander the cobbled streets of Rovinj, one of Croatia’s most photogenic ports.

Visit St. Euphemia’s Church for sunset views.

Optional evening kayaking tour around Rovinj’s islands.

Overnight: Rovinj harbor or ACI Marina Rovinj.

Day 4 – Rovinj → Brijuni Islands National Park

Sail: ~12 nm

Onshore:

Explore Brijuni National Park, once Tito’s private island retreat.

Rent bikes or golf carts to tour Roman ruins, a safari park, and lush pine forests.

Swim in pristine coves with turquoise waters.

Overnight: Berth at Veli Brijun port (inside the national park).

Day 5 – Brijuni → Pula (Croatia)

Sail: ~8 nm

Onshore:

Visit Pula’s Roman amphitheatre, one of the best-preserved in the world.

Explore local markets and craft beer bars in the old town.

Optional: guided tour of Kamenjak Nature Park (20 min taxi) for cliff jumping or snorkeling.

Overnight: ACI Marina Pula.

Day 6 – Pula → Umag or Piran (return leg north)

Sail: ~45 nm (break into 2 legs if preferred)

Onshore stop suggestion:

Lunch and swim stop at Vrsar or Funtana.

Overnight: Umag or Piran, depending on weather and energy.

Day 7 – Return & Disembark (Slovenia)

Sail: ~15 nm (if starting from Umag)

Onshore (if time allows):

Relaxed final lunch in Izola or Strunjan Nature Reserve hike before disembarkation.

⚓️ Bonus Tips

Rental bases: Portorož and Izola (Slovenia) 

Border note: Slovenia–Croatia crossings require passport checks; some charters handle paperwork in advance.

Weather: The Bora wind can appear suddenly; check local forecasts (METEO.hr).

Add-on options: If you want to extend, sail further south to Lošinj (great for dolphins and wellness spas).

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