Picturesque coastal towns in Istria and fantastically beautiful nature in Plitvice National Park.
On this photo tour, you can expect fantastically beautiful forest and water landscapes in the natural paradise of Plitvice National Park, winding, cobbled streets in one of the most beautiful and romantic towns on the Adriatic coast and the idyllic hilly landscape of Istria, which reminds some people of Tuscany. In autumn, the landscape glows in the most beautiful autumn colours.
The one-week photo tour is led by Dan Briski. The renowned landscape and outdoor photographer knows Croatia inside out. You will visit the picturesque harbour town of Rovinj and the surrounding villages and small towns, from where you will enjoy a wonderful view of the hilly surroundings of Istria. The journey then continues to Plitvice National Park, where you can take extensive photographs of the lakes and waterfalls of this UNESCO World Heritage Site. The Plitvice Lakes in Croatia are a special scenic highlight. The photo motifs will make the heart of every photography and nature enthusiast beat faster.
CHF 3’520.- | Price per person sharing (inlcuding halfboard) |
CHF 3’790.- | Price per person in a single room (including halfboard) |
Once again an extraordinary trip with amazing views that is hard to beat - simply amazing! In addition to the many great bear sightings, Jenny had a well-balanced side programme for photography up her sleeve. We received excellent theoretical and practical support and motivation for a whole week. The trip was a win-win for me, thank you very much!
The enchanting Tuscany in late autumn, the picturesque villages and small towns of the region, the unmistakable charm of "Bella Italia" in culture and gastronomy and the perfect organisation and support by Amazing Views / Jenny from start to finish. In other words: This photo tour is simply not to be missed. It is a "must" for every photo enthusiast and landscape lover.
Experiencing Provence with great, like-minded people was a real highlight. The endless, undulating, purple-coloured fields are truly a feast for the eyes and the scent associated with them is simply beguiling. A real benefit for participants is the shared enthusiasm for photography, the trained eye for exceptional motifs and, last but not least, the great commitment of the tour guide, who spares no effort and leaves nothing to chance in order to offer the best that is possible on site. A perfectly organised photo tour down to the last detail. Jenny personally visited the many beautiful lavender locations on the day before our arrival and made it possible for us to photograph the most beautiful fields far and wide at the best time and in the best light. This photo trip is definitely worth recommending. Thank you Amazing Views.
A successful photo trip, great photo spots and perfect timing. Thanks to Jenny's good preparation, we were always in the right place at the right time. The motifs were well worth getting up early for. Highly recommended!
This was my second trip with Amazing Views and I highly recommend it! Jennifer handled the uncertainty of the lavender being harvested early this season with grace and professionalism. It was a great trip.
Great locations. Good group size. In the right place at the right time. Always an answer to questions about motifs, technique or picture ideas. A nice group of fellow photographers and all-round carefree photo support and organisation by Jenny. All this in combination with delicious Italian cuisine in hand-picked restaurants - what more could you want? Thank you, Jenny!
The photo trip to the lavender fields in Provence was a complete delight. Of course, the lavender fields are fantastic to look at. But photographing them in the best light with Jenny's professional and personal guidance is simply fantastic. We really were always in the right place at the right time. The trip was perfectly organised from A to Z. A big thank you to you, Jenny, for everything.
My third trip with Amazing Views in the meantime. As in 2019 and 2023, expectations were exceeded. Wild bears at short distances, sometimes as a mother-child group, sometimes as a single bear is not just a photographic experience. It was also worth sitting for a long time. The hides with prepared camera shots and a good field of vision make photography easy, especially after the first briefing after arriving in a bird hide. Special praise is due to the tour guide, who was always approachable and flexible. We will definitely be back!
You travel individually to Zagreb. There, you are already expected at the airport. You drive directly to Istria (approx. 3 hours travelling time). You will have the opportunity to take photographs in the late afternoon/evening. In the evening you will enjoy your first dinner together.
You have two full days to discover and photograph coastal towns such as Rovinj or Pula and the Istrian peninsula. After a morning photo session, you will visit destinations around the Istrian peninsula or, depending on the weather and programme, other coastal towns. You will have the opportunity to visit charming hilltop towns and villages and capture the impressive panorama of Istria from one of the countless vantage points.
You will also have the opportunity to visit Rovinj in the morning and/or evening. Photograph the beautiful scenery of this romantic coastal town: narrow little streets, a beautiful harbour and lively squares in the middle of the old town. The atmosphere of Rovinj will inspire you.
After breakfast, say goodbye to Istria and continue to Plitvice National Park. After checking into the hotel, we head straight to the national park to be there in time for the golden hour and sunset. Beautiful, clear lakes and waterfalls await you. Plitvice National Park is the perfect place to experiment with photographing fast-flowing water and taking great long exposures. Capture magical scenes of enchanting waterfalls and mystical forests with their wonderful autumn colours.
You have two full days to take photographs in the national park, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. You will explore the park on the many paths and boardwalks and also visit some of the viewpoints with fantastic views of the landscape. Let yourself be enchanted by the idyllic water and forest landscapes.
You can work on the composition of your pictures, long exposures, capturing reflections in the lake or other aspects of photography. After a joint session in the morning, you will have time to explore the lakes yourself or take a siesta. In the afternoon we will meet again to take pictures at the best spots during the golden hour.
Due to the small group size, we can optimally respond to your individual needs and discuss photographic topics of your choice and immediately put them into practice.
The photo tour ends early this morning. You will be driven back to Zagreb, from where you will start your individual journey home or onwards.
Our boutique hotel is located in the romantic medieval town of Bale (Valle). The 29 rooms are tastefully furnished and have air conditioning, a seating area and a flat-screen cable/satellite TV as well as free Wi-Fi. All rooms have parquet or tiled floors. The hotel’s restaurant offers traditional dishes with a modern twist, authentic Istrian meat and fish specialities.
The hotel is located in the heart of the Plitvice Lakes National Park, just 300 metres from the largest lake, Kozjak. The hotel offers 2 restaurants and a spa and wellness centre. All rooms have a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a bath or shower. The hotel’s à la carte restaurant offers culinary dishes. The hotel’s spa and wellness centre includes a fitness room, a sauna and a large hot tub.
The accommodation may be changed due to availability, for same or better standard.
The trip is not particularly physically demanding. However, you should be fit enough to take part in moderate hikes on the local hiking trails or walks in the towns. In Plitvice National Park in particular, there are many beautiful paths, including wooden footpaths. You can easily cover a few kilometres here. Isolated photo locations may involve some uphill walking. We recommend well-worn trekking shoes.
Single travellers can book half of a double room. If there is no other guest who wants to share the room, the single room surcharge will apply.
Swiss, German and Austrian citizens need a valid identity card or passport to enter Croatia. The documents must be valid until the end of the trip. The documents must be valid until the end of the trip.
We strongly advise you to purchase insurance for cancellation and return journey costs, which will be needed in the event of a secluded region being evacuated, a local hospital stay or return travel costs to your home country.
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