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

Village of Rastoke
Slunjčica river of Rastoke
Korana rivers of Rastoke
Plitvice Lakes National Park

Duration

10 hr

Open today

07:00am - 08:00pm

Free cancellation

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

Guided tour

Transfers included

Hotel pickup

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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)
  • You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

  • 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.

  • Plitvice Lakes National Park

    Monday07:00am - 08:00pmlast entry 06:00pm
    Tuesday07:00am - 08:00pmlast entry 06:00pm
    Wednesday07:00am - 08:00pmlast entry 06:00pm
    Thursday07:00am - 08:00pmlast entry 06:00pm
    Friday07:00am - 08:00pmlast entry 06:00pm
    Saturday07:00am - 08:00pmlast entry 06:00pm
    Sunday07:00am - 08:00pmlast entry 06:00pm
  • 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.

    • Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

    • Please display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point.

    Meeting point

    • Please refer to your final voucher for the meeting point details & specific instructions.

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