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4-Day Relaxing Beach Vacation from Graz to Pula with Friends

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Day 1: Departure and Relax

Graz, Austria on June 1, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Café Kaiserfeld

Enjoy a relaxed Austrian breakfast with fresh pastries and coffee at this popular local café in the city center, perfect to start your vacation.
EUR15, 1h0m

10:00am

Leisure morning in Graz

Spend your morning exploring the Schlossberg hill and its clock tower for scenic views of Graz, offering a gentle introduction to the trip.
EUR3, 2h0m

1:00pm

Lunch at Der Steirer

Taste authentic Styrian specialties in this informal restaurant known for its pumpkin seed oil dishes, preparing you well before the drive.
EUR25, 1h0m

3:00pm

Drive preparation and packing

Get organized for your road trip to Pula with friends, ensuring you have all essentials for a relaxed beach vacation.
Free, 2h0m

6:30pm

Dinner at Aiola Upstairs

Enjoy a stylish dinner featuring modern Austrian cuisine with a view over Graz’s rooftops to end your first day pleasantly.
EUR30, 1h30m
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Day 2: Drive and Arrival

Graz to Pula, Croatia on June 2, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at Hotel or nearby café

Start your day early with a nutritious breakfast to fuel the approximately 4.5-hour drive to Pula.
EUR12, 0h45m

8:00am

Drive from Graz to Pula

Start your scenic road trip covering highway routes through Austria and Slovenia into Croatia, enjoying countryside views along the way.
EUR30 (tolls and fuel approx.), 4h30m

12:30pm

Check-in and rest at accommodation in Pula

Settle at your chosen hotel or rental with friends, ideally near the beach for easy access and relaxation.
EUR0 (booking cost varies), 1h0m

2:00pm

Lunch at Konoba Batelina

Savor fresh Dalmatian seafood dishes in this cozy, authentic tavern known for local catch and friendly atmosphere.
HRK150, 1h0m

3:30pm

Beach time at Punta Verudela

Relax on this popular beach with crystal-clear waters and great amenities; perfect for unwinding after the drive.
Free, 3h0m

7:00pm

Dinner at Restaurant Valsabbion

Enjoy Italian and Istrian fusion cuisine in a modern setting right near the waterfront, perfect for dining with friends.
HRK180, 1h30m
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Day 3: Full Beach Relaxation

Pula, Croatia on June 3, 2025

8:30am

Breakfast at Café Uliks

Choose a widely appreciated local café in the Pula center offering great coffee and pastries to start your laid-back day.
HRK40, 1h0m

10:00am

Visit the Pula Arena

Explore one of the best-preserved Roman amphitheaters in the world; open 9:00am–8:00pm, it’s both educational and impressive.
HRK90, 1h30m

12:00pm

Lunch at Konoba Boccaporta

Dine on authentic Istrian dishes with local ingredients in a welcoming tavern, perfect for a filling meal before the afternoon.
HRK120, 1h0m

1:30pm

Beach afternoon at Kamenjak Nature Park

Drive or take a short trip to this stunning park with pristine beaches and coves, ideal for swimming, sunbathing, and snorkeling.
HRK50 entrance fee, 4h0m

6:00pm

Return and freshen up

Rest and prepare for your evening with friends back at accommodation.
Free, 1h0m

7:30pm

Dinner at Restaurant Jupiter

Experience casual dining with delicious local and Mediterranean dishes in a lively atmosphere in Pula’s Old Town.
HRK140, 1h30m
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Day 4: Relax and Return

Pula, Croatia to Graz, Austria on June 4, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at accommodation or local bakery

Enjoy an easy breakfast with fresh bread and coffee to prepare for the day ahead and travel back home.
HRK30, 0h45m

9:00am

Morning visit to Pula market or seaside walk

Take a relaxed stroll through Pula’s market for souvenirs or a gentle walk along the coast to savor last moments by the sea.
Free, 1h30m

11:00am

Start driving back to Graz

Begin your return journey by car, taking breaks as needed on the approximately 4.5-hour drive back.
EUR30 (fuel and tolls approx.), 4h30m

3:30pm

Arrival in Graz

Arrive and relax after your refreshing beach vacation with friends, concluding your 4-day trip.
Free, End
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