MAREMONTI
Between the Hilltop and the Wild
Motovun — Above the Clouds A private morning in one of Istria's most iconic medieval towns. Walk the ancient walls, breathe the valley air, and take your time with a coffee and a glass of local wine above the Mirna River.
Piski — The Istrian Desert Few visitors ever find this place. A wild, dramatic canyon of pale stone and silence — one of Istria's best kept secrets, just minutes from the tourist trail.
Zip Line Over the Canyon For those who want it — a zip line flight across the Piski canyon. The kind of moment that makes the rest of the day feel even quieter.
Your Istramore Chauffeur Private luxury Mercedes-Benz transfer from your hotel and back. Everything arranged. Nothing to think about.
From the medieval walls of one of Istria's most beloved hilltop towns to the raw, untamed canyon of the Istrian desert — Maremonti is a day of contrasts. History and wilderness. Stone streets and open sky. A slow morning coffee above the valley, and an afternoon that reminds you what it feels like to be completely alive.
Two faces of Istria. One extraordinary day.
Most people who visit Istria never hear of Piski.
That is precisely why we go there.
A short drive from Motovun brings you to a landscape that feels like it belongs somewhere else entirely — pale stone carved by water and wind into a dramatic canyon, wild and quiet, with nothing around it but scrub and sky. The locals call it the Istrian desert. Once you see it, you understand why.
For those who want the full experience, a zip line crosses the canyon — a few seconds of pure flight above the stone, with the Istrian hills stretching in every direction.
For those who prefer to watch from the edge — that view is more than enough.
Piski
There are mornings in Istria when the valley below Motovun fills with mist, and the town appears to float above it — an island of stone suspended between earth and sky.
Even without the mist, Motovun stops you.
The climb to the top rewards you immediately — a panoramic view across the Mirna River valley that has not changed in centuries. The old walls, wide enough to walk, wrap the town in a slow loop. There is a café where the coffee arrives without hurry. A wine bar where the local Teran is poured by someone who knows exactly where it came from.
Motovun is not a place you rush through. It is a place you sit inside for a while, until you feel it properly.
Motovun
WHAT'S INCLUDED:
Private luxury Mercedes-Benz transfer — full day, from your hotel and back
Morning in Motovun — walls, views, and time at your own pace
Visit to Piski canyon — the Istrian desert
Zip line over the canyon (optional — for those who want it)
All entrance and zip line fees included
On-board refreshments and Wi-Fi
AVAILABLE: By request · Private groups up to 6 guests · Full day
FAQs
Is the zip line suitable for everyone?
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The zip line is optional — guests who prefer to enjoy the canyon views from the ground are equally rewarded. Let us know in advance if anyone in your group would like to do it and we will arrange everything.
Is Motovun suitable for children?
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Absolutely. The walls, the views, and the open streets are wonderful for children. Piski and the zip line are equally exciting for younger guests.
What should we wear?
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Comfortable walking shoes for Motovun's stone streets and Piski's canyon paths. Casual clothing throughout — this is a day of exploration, not formality.
Can we combine Maremonti with a wine tasting in Motovun?
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Yes — if your group would like a private wine tasting during the Motovun stop, Ana Roberta can arrange this. Just mention it in your inquiry.