Tickets to Plitvice Lakes National Park with Panoramic Train & Boat Ride

Experience Croatia’s UNESCO-listed Plitvice Lakes National Park on a 12-hour day trip from Split and an expert guide.

Getting started

Begin your journey with convenient hotel pickup (selected hotels) or meet at the main departure point. After a brief introduction from your professional English-speaking guide, board an air-conditioned bus for a comfortable transfer to the park. Upon arrival, your guide will outline the day’s itinerary before you enter the park.

What to expect

Recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Plitvice Lakes National Park is known for its interconnected lakes, waterfalls, and lush green landscapes. This protected area is one of Europe’s most significant natural reserves, renowned for its biodiversity.

Features

• Panoramic boat ride: Glide across the park’s largest lake, offering unique views of the surrounding forests and waterfalls—an essential way to experience the park’s scale.

• Electric train ride: Travel through the park’s scenic upper sections by electric train, making it easy to access remote viewpoints and observe the park’s diverse plant life.

• Guided walking tour: Follow your guide along well-maintained trails to discover a series of lakes and cascades, while learning about Croatia’s conservation efforts and the ecological importance of the region.

• Wildlife and landscapes: Spot native animals and capture photos of the park’s extraordinary karst formations, crystal-clear waters, and vibrant flora.

Tickets to Plitvice Lakes National Park with Panoramic Train & Boat Ride

Discover Plitvice Lakes National Park on this comprehensive sightseeing tour that includes entry, panoramic train ride, and boat crossing. Explore the park’s 16 interconnected lakes, waterfalls, and lush forests covering an area of approximately 73 square kilometers (28 square miles). The park features over 90 km (56 mi) of walking trails, with paths leading to scenic lookout points like Kozjak Lake and Veliki Slap waterfall. Visitors can spend up to eight hours exploring the park’s natural beauty, including a panoramic train ride on the historic Plitvice Express that covers approximately 12 kilometers (7.4 miles), and an electric boat crossing over the emerald-green waters of the lakes. The tour offers self-guided visits as well as guided tours from Split with round-trip air-conditioned transfers available in English, German, Italian, Spanish, French, and Croatian. With its rich history dating back to 1949 when it was established as a national park, Plitvice Lakes is one of Croatia’s most popular tourist destinations, featuring unique travertine cascades that have formed over thousands of years.

Explore Plitvice Lakes National Park

Your tour stops at Plitvice Lakes National Park where guests can marvel at the 16 interconnected lakes, each with its own distinct shade of green and blue. Established in 1949, this UNESCO World Heritage site covers an area of approximately 73 square kilometers (28 square miles) and features over 90 km (56 mi) of walking trails that wind through dense forests and around cascading waterfalls. Notable landmarks include the Veliki Slap waterfall, one of Croatia’s tallest at 78 meters (256 feet), and Kozjak Lake, known for its crystal-clear waters surrounded by lush vegetation. Visitors typically spend up to eight hours exploring the park, taking in panoramic views from lookout points like Gospa Praskalice and enjoying a peaceful boat ride across the lakes’ emerald-green waters. What makes Plitvice Lakes unique is its intricate system of travertine cascades that have formed over thousands of years, creating a series of natural pools and waterfalls that are both beautiful and scientifically fascinating. This tour provides a stress-free way to experience one of Croatia’s most breathtaking natural wonders.

Tour Highlights

• Spend the day at Plitvice Lakes with entry included
• Choose self-guided or guided tour options available
• Take panoramic train ride on historic Plitvice Express
• Enjoy electric boat crossing over emerald-green waters
• Audio guides in English, German, Italian, Spanish, French and Croatian
• Full-day guided tours from Split with round-trip AC transfers
• Explore scenic lookout points like Gospa Praskalice and Kozjak Lake
• Marvel at Veliki Slap waterfall, one of Croatia’s tallest

Perfect for nature lovers, history enthusiasts, and families, this sightseeing tour provides an immersive experience through Plitvice Lakes’ natural beauty. The full-day format allows you to explore the park’s 16 interconnected lakes, walk along its extensive trail network, and enjoy panoramic views from scenic lookout points, giving you a comprehensive understanding of Croatia’s stunning landscapes while enjoying historical landmarks like Veliki Slap waterfall.