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Guided tour
Transfers available
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Entrance fee for the National Park
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Licensed guide
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Boat ride
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Panoramic train ride
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Transportation by AC vehicle
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- Meals and drinks (available for purchase)
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Start pointZagreb
1. Plitvice National Park
End pointSplit
You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
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.
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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.
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Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.
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Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point.
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Please arrive at the meeting point 15 mins before the scheduled time of your tour to avoid any delays.
Meeting point
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Meet your guide at Meteorological Post.
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Address: Zrinjevac, 10000, Zagreb, Croatia.
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