From Zagreb to Split: Full Day Guided Tour of Plitvice Lakes National Park with Transfer to Split
From Zagreb to Split: Full Day Guided Tour of Plitvice Lakes National Park with Transfer to Split
Duration: 12 hours
12 hours
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience
Comfortable roundtrip transfers in a A/C Minibus
Comfortable roundtrip transfers in a A/C Minibus
Expert local tour guide
Expert local tour guide
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Take a journey from Zagreb to Split with a full-day stop at Croatia’s oldest and largest national park, a UNESCO World Heritage site.
Travel in comfort with air-conditioned transport to Plitvice Lakes National Park, boat ride, panorama train, and licensed guide are all included in your transfer ticket.
Explore 16 turquoise lakes, stunning waterfalls, and lush forests on foot, with panoramic views and photo opportunities throughout. Learn about Croatia’s unique water, plant, and animal conservation efforts from your expert guide.
Entrance fee for the National Park
Licensed guide
Boat ride
Panoramic train ride
Transportation by AC vehicle
Meals and drinks (available for purchase)
Aerial view of Sastavci waterfall and turquoise lakes in Plitvice Lakes National Park, Croatia.
Travel from Zagreb to Split with a guided visit to Plitvice Lakes National Park, Croatia’s oldest and largest park, in one seamless 12-hour journey.
Getting started
Begin your day at Zrinjevac Park in central Zagreb, just beside the Meteorological Column. Meet your licensed guide, check in, and board a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle with free Wi-Fi and luggage storage. After a brief introduction, set off towards Plitvice Lakes National Park.
What to expect
This day trip combines convenient group transfer with a guided exploration of Plitvice Lakes, a UNESCO World Natural Heritage site since 1979. The park is renowned for its network of 16 interconnected lakes, waterfalls, and diverse flora and fauna.
Features
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UNESCO-listed Plitvice Lakes: Explore Croatia’s first and largest national park, celebrated for its 16 turquoise lakes and cascading waterfalls formed by natural travertine barriers.
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Guided nature walks: Follow over 20 km of footpaths through deep green forests, learning about the park’s unique ecosystems and conservation efforts from your expert guide.
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Boat ride & panorama train: Enjoy a scenic boat ride across the lakes and a journey on the park’s sightseeing train, offering panoramic views of the surrounding landscapes.
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Wildlife & landscapes: Spot native plant and animal species as you walk from the lower to the upper lakes, with opportunities for memorable photos at several panoramic viewpoints.
Guests walking on a forest trail by a lake in Plitvice Lakes National Park.
Visitors walking on a wooden path over turquoise water at Plitvice Lakes, Croatia.
Aerial view of Sastavci waterfall and turquoise lakes in Plitvice Lakes National Park, Croatia.
Guests walking on a forest trail by a lake in Plitvice Lakes National Park.
Visitors walking on a wooden path over turquoise water at Plitvice Lakes, Croatia.
Boat on turquoise lake at Plitvice Lakes National Park with forest backdrop.
What to bring
- Comfortable walking shoes and weather-appropriate clothing.
What's not allowed
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Due to venue restrictions, pets cannot tag along for this experience.
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Drones and flying devices are not allowed inside the park.
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Swimming is prohibited in the lakes.
Accessibility
- This experience is not wheelchair and pram/strollers accessible.
Additional Information
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The walking tour inside Plitvice lasts around 3–4 hours, covering both the Upper and Lower Lakes.
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Children must be accompanied by an adult.
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The tour may have minor changes to the schedule due to weather conditions or some events on the site or road during the time.
Waterfalls cascading into a turquoise lake at Plitvice Lakes National Park, Croatia.
Female walking on wooden deck over turquoise water at Plitvice Lakes, Croatia.
Boat on turquoise lake at Plitvice Lakes National Park with forest backdrop.
Waterfalls cascading into a turquoise lake at Plitvice Lakes National Park, Croatia.
Female walking on wooden deck over turquoise water at Plitvice Lakes, Croatia.
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