Waterfall and rustic house in lush greenery at Rastoke Village, Croatia.
Rastoke Village river with traditional stone and wooden houses, part of the Plitvice Lakes tour.
Waterfalls and greenery in Rastoke Village, Croatia, part of the Plitvice Lakes tour.
Waterfall and greenery in Rastoke Village, Croatia, part of the Plitvice Lakes tour.
Plitvice Lakes National Park turquoise lake and lush greenery, Croatia.
Visitors walking through lush greenery at Plitvice Lakes National Park, Croatia.
Plitvice Lakes National Park turquoise lake view with wooden sign and lush greenery.

From Zagreb: Full-Day Guided Tour of Plitvice Lakes National Park & Rastoke Village

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Duration

Duration: 10 hours

Free cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience

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Comfortable roundtrip transfers in a A/C Bus

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Comfortable and stress-free! Explore the natural wonders of Croatia on this day trip that includes round-trip transport in an air-conditioned vehicle, a licensed English-speaking guide, and Plitvice Lakes admission.

Small-group tour ensures a more personal, relaxed experience of exploring Plitvice Lakes National Park, a UNESCO site.

Stroll through the charming village of Rastoke, known for its wooden watermills and riverside waterfalls.

Enjoy an electric boat ride across Kozjak Lake and a panoramic train journey, both included with your park ticket.

Day tour of Rastoke Village & Plitvice Lakes National Park

Plitvice Lakes National Park entry ticket

20-minute boat ride

English-speaking guide

Transfers by air-conditioned vehicle from Zagreb

Small group tours (when option selected)

Hotel pick-up from select locations (when option selected)

Food and drinks (available for purchase)

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Waterfall and rustic house in lush greenery at Rastoke Village, Croatia.

Discover Plitvice Lakes and the charming village of Rastoke on this small-group guided day trip from Zagreb.

Getting started

Meet your English-speaking guide and board a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle for a scenic drive to Rastoke and Plitvice Lakes. Your guide will provide a brief introduction and outline the day’s itinerary before departure.

What to expect

This day trip explores two of Croatia’s most well-known natural sites. Plitvice Lakes National Park, established in 1949, is Croatia’s oldest and largest national park, recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site for its unique system of 16 interconnected lakes and cascading waterfalls. The tour also includes a visit to Rastoke, a riverside village known for its traditional watermills and scenic setting.

Features

  • Rastoke village: Stroll through this historic settlement at the confluence of the Slunjčica and Korana rivers, where wooden watermills and natural waterfalls showcase the region’s rural heritage.

  • Plitvice Lakes National Park: Follow your guide along forest trails and boardwalks to see the park’s 16 terraced lakes, each linked by a series of waterfalls, and learn about the park’s ecological significance.

  • Kozjak Lake boat ride: Enjoy an included electric boat ride across Kozjak Lake, the park’s largest lake, offering a unique perspective of the surrounding landscape.

  • Panoramic train ride: Take in sweeping views of the park’s lakes and forests from the panoramic train, included with your entry ticket (seasonal operation).

  • Guided walking tour: Cover approximately 8.5 kilometers (5 miles) on foot, visiting all of the Lower Lakes and highlights of the Upper Lakes, with insights from your professional guide.

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Rastoke Village river with traditional stone and wooden houses, part of the Plitvice Lakes tour.

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Waterfalls and greenery in Rastoke Village, Croatia, part of the Plitvice Lakes tour.

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Waterfall and greenery in Rastoke Village, Croatia, part of the Plitvice Lakes tour.

What to bring

  • Wear comfortable shoes since this experience involves a fair amount of walking.

What's not allowed

  • Depending upon the weather conditions, some parts of the park might be restricted.

  • The experience is not suitable for guests aged 3 and under and those with health issues.

Accessibility

  • This experience is not wheelchair and pram/strollers accessible.

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Plitvice Lakes National Park turquoise lake and lush greenery, Croatia.

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Visitors walking through lush greenery at Plitvice Lakes National Park, Croatia.

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