Marching Energy: WOFA’s April Festival in Istanbul – 2025
“Croatian Majorettes and Orchestras Dazzle in Istanbul, April 24–27”
April 28, 2025
from 149 €
We are pleased to invite majorette teams, orchestras, and brass bands from around the world to participate in the Majorette & Orchestra Festival “Pula Parade of Harmony,” taking place from June 26 to June 30, in Pula, Rovinj, and Rijeka, Croatia.
The festival aims to present the cultural traditions of different countries and provide an opportunity for participants to come together, establish friendships, and present their culture through music and dance.
Participation fee:
Double rooms additional 11 euro per person per day
Single room additional 30 euros per person per day
Festival organizers provide:
INSURANCE:
Personal responsibility and health insurance are within the other obligations of the groups. First Aid and Medical Hospital will be available, medical services must be covered by the group.
On your request, You can continue your stay in istra Price will be 46 Euro per day per person HB – price is special for the participants in festivals that we can provide.
Tourist tax and insurance is 1.6 euro per person per day and it is additional.
The festival program is designed to allow plenty of time for relaxation, cultural exchange, rehearsals, and performances. Below is a detailed breakdown of the daily activities:
14:00: Arrival and check-in at the hotel, free time (beach time).
18:00–20:00: Dinner at the hotel.
21:00: Meeting with the festival representative at the hotel.
07:00–10:00: Breakfast.
10:00–15:00: Free time (beach or excursions).
18:30–20:00: Dinner at the hotel.
21:00: Rehearsal for the festival.
07:00–10:00: Breakfast.
10:00–18:00: Free time (beach or excursions).
18:00–20:00: Dinner at the hotel.
21:00: Festival evening in Pula square.
07:00–10:00: Breakfast.
10:00–18:00: Free time (beach or excursions).
18:00–20:00: Dinner at the hotel.
21:00: Disco Party at the hotel.
07:00–10:00: Breakfast.
12:00: Departure.
07:00–10:00: Breakfast.
10:00–18:00: Free time (beach or excursions).
18:00–20:00: Dinner at the hotel.
21:00: Free time.
07:00–10:00: Breakfast.
12:00: Departure.
Note: All meals are included according to the selected accommodation plan. Excursions are optional and may incur extra charges.
Fishpicnic Cres Island
Departure: Rabac port (45 min drive from Duga Uvala).
Duration: Whole day (10 AM–5 PM).
Highlights:
Large boat (max 160 pax), 2 decks, bar, toilet.
Grilled fish lunch (meat/veggie option available), salad, bread, 0.5L wine/beer/juice.
Beach time at Dragozetići (Cres), music/animation on return, Cres town sightseeing.
Note: Bus transfer to Rabac not included.
Panorama by Boat
Departure: Rabac port (45 min drive).
Duration: 2 hours.
Highlights: Scenic ride along Istrian Riviera & Kvarner Bay, views of Cres/Lošinj islands, hidden bays.
Note: Bus transfer to Rabac not included.
Labin by Night
Location: Medieval town of Labin (30 min drive).
Highlights: Guided tour of old town, history/architecture stories, olive oil/wine/grappa tasting.
Note: Bus transfer not included; minimum 15 participants required.
Pula
Location: Pula (30 min drive).
Highlights: Guided tour, Arena amphitheater, Roman/Austro-Hungarian monuments, street festivals (subject to availability).
Note: Entrance tickets and bus transfer not included; minimum 15 participants required.
Rakalj Village
Location: Small Istrian village (15 min drive).
Highlights: Spectacular hill viewpoint, local heritage/culture presentation, optional traditional food tasting (extra cost).
Note: Bus transfer not included; minimum 15 participants required.
Gems of Istria
Locations: Rovinj, Poreč, Motovun, Svetvinčenat, etc.
Highlights: Tailored guided tour of coastal/inland villages, museums, churches.
Note: Entrance tickets and bus transfer not included; minimum 15 participants required.
Brijuni Croatian National Park
Departure: Fažana (45 min drive + boat transfer included).
Highlights: Stunning nature, archaeological sites, open-air zoo.
Note: Bus transfer to Fažana not included; discounts for kids/elderly.
Other Options
Venice Boat Trip: Full day, higher cost.
Plitvice Lakes Trip: Full day, higher cost.
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