Luxury vacation in Umag

In this blog post, we will give you tips on what to do in Umag and the area. We will give you tips on how to get there and which villas in Umag to choose for your vacation.

What to do in Umag?

Umag Old Town by Juf! from Panoramio.com

While in Umag there are many things you can see and do. First, we suggest you visit the Umag town walls. These walls were built in the 10th century to protect the city from attackers.

Umag town museum is also there in the Bishop's tower which was once a fortress against the sea attacks. There you will find different exhibitions from ancient times: from coins to various amphoras and stone monuments from the Umag area.

We also recommend you to visit the Church of St. Roche which is situated nearby from the main square in the Old town. The church was built in the 16th century after the plagues. It is interesting due to the oil-painted artwork on the ceiling.

Church St. Roche in Umag by Martin Wippel from Flickr.com

What are the most popular day trips from Umag?

Lighthouse Savudrija

Lighthouse Savudrija by Mihael Grmek from commons.wikimedia.org

First, we recommend a visit to the oldest lighthouse on the Adriatic which is located in the town of Savudrija nearby. You can also take a boat trip there.

Boat trips from Umag are popular for day trips but also for scuba diving activity because Istria's underwater sea world is very interesting. Thus, you can see wrecks, ancient artifacts, various fish, and corals.

Diving in Croatia from pixabay.com

Umag hinterland

The hinterland of Umag is also interesting for a day trip. Especially if you wish to explore it by bike as you will find numerous bike trails around Umag.

While there make sure to visit one of the numerous agri-tourism estates where you will be able to taste excellent authentic cuisine and local wines.

Umag Hinterland from pixabay.com

Western Coast of Istria

Finally, we can recommend you the whole of the western coast of Istria – as there are many interesting towns on the peninsula that are easily reachable.

Thus, from Umag, we recommend taking day trips to the towns of Pula, Porec, and Rovinj, but also the Brijuni islands. We have already written about a luxury vacation in Pula and National Park Brijuni. Make sure to check our previous blogs if you wish to learn more about these destinations.

National Park Brijuni by np-brijuni.hr

How to get to Umag?

As we already mentioned Umag is the first destination you reach coming from Western Europe. Thus, it has great traffic connections.

There are 2 airports in the vicinity one of them is in Croatia in Pula and the other is in Italy in Trieste which is approximately 50km away from Umag.

There are good bus connections to Umag from both airports. Also if you are interested our VIP Concierge Department can organize a private transfer for you from the airport to your villa.

Istrian Ypsilon by Tomobe03 from commons.wikimedia.org

Another way to reach Umag is by car. Umag is on the Istrian Y network of highways and motorways, thus coming by car is also a good option. Furthermore, this way you will be able to explore the whole Istria on your vacation. Of course, our VIP Concierge department can help you with a rent-a-car as well.

Where to stay during your luxury vacation in Umag?

In a villa of course. Our agency has numerous great properties in our portfolio and we wish to recommend you the following ones.

If you are looking for 5-star villas in Umag our recommendation would be Villa Green Hacienda.

Villa Green Hacienda

Villa Green Hacienda is a 5-star villa situated on a large 25.000m2 estate.

Villa Green Hacienda Umag

It includes a lot of amenities such as a heated pool, two saunas, an indoor Jacuzzi, a gym, a large garden, outdoor dining area with a grill.

Jacuzzi and gym equipment in the villa

The interior of this exquisite villa is a mix of modern and rustic.

Interior of the villa

There are 4 bedrooms in the villa and all of them include a bathroom.

Other amenities for entertainment include a PS, home cinema, billiard, darts, table tennis, and 4 bikes.

Amenities for entertainment in this exquisite villa

Can you imagine a better villa for your stay during the tournament?

Villa in Umag for larger groups

On the other hand, if you plan to visit Umag with a larger group of friends or family there is one larger villa we can suggest.

Holiday Home Amarella

Holiday Home Amarella

Holiday Home Amarella is another large villa for up to 10 guests. It even has a playground for the children.

Playground

Thus, it is ideal for larger families or two families of friends vacationing together. While the kids play at the playground, the parents can watch them from the outdoor dining area that also includes a BBQ.

Outdoor dining area with a barbecue

Villa complex near Umag

Finally, we will introduce you to two villas that are a part of a complex. Thus they are ideal if you wish to come on your vacation with a group but still remain your privacy in separate villas.

Villa Carmen

Villa Carmen has 3 bedrooms. It has a sea view and it can offer you full relaxation near Umag far from the rush of everyday life.

Sea view

The interior of this villa is romantic and spacious.

Interior of Villa Carmen

Like the other villa from this complex, this villa accepts pets.

Villa Sophie

Villa Sophie Umag

Villa Sophie is the other villa from the same complex. It can accommodate 6 guests and also it has sea and nature views.

The interior is artistic and full of details.

Interior

These were just our suggestions for villas in Umag. If you are looking for something else feel free to browse the Umag Villas category on our website.

We hope you liked our suggestions and that you will choose Umag for your next luxury vacation. In case you do, feel free to contact our Team of Villa Specialists for luxury accommodation rental and our VIP Concierge team for VIP Concierge Services. We wish you a pleasant stay in Umag!