Croatia · National Parks

Private Full-Day Tour to Plitvice Lakes and Rastoke Village

9 Hours Round trip from Zagreb Easy pace

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 Private full-day tour from Zagreb with your own driver-guide
02 Visit the historic watermill village of Rastoke
03 Explore Plitvice Lakes National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
04 Walk scenic paths and boardwalks among lakes, streams, and waterfalls
05 Enjoy a personalized experience tailored to your party
06 Includes entrance ticket to Plitvice National Park
07 3 course local cuisine meal at a Croatian restaurant included

Discover two of Croatia’s most memorable sights on this private full-day journey from Zagreb. Begin with a visit to Rastoke, a charming historic watermill village where rivers, cascades, and traditional architecture offer a beautiful introduction to the landscapes ahead.

Continue to Plitvice Lakes National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site renowned for its 16 interconnected lakes, streams, and waterfalls. Walk the park’s scenic paths and boardwalks with your private driver-guide, and enjoy the flexibility and personal attention that come with a tour designed exclusively for your party.

Your day also includes a local 3 course meal at a Croatian restaurant, making this a well-rounded experience of nature, heritage, and regional cuisine. In winter months, the route in the park may be adjusted due to weather conditions and seasonal operation changes.

Take a walk along the paths and boardwalks, and surround yourself with breathtaking nature at every angle.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 9 Hours

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

Cities Zagreb, Plitvice Lakes

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

This fairy tale small watermill village will give you the first insight into historic Croatia, but also a sneak peak for what’s to come in Plitvice. We will spend enough time here for you to look around the village and take some photos before heading back to the van towards the national park.Plitvice Lakes National Park is most visited parks in Croatia and is voted the most beautiful national park in Europe. A UNESCO world heritage site since 1979, the park is made up of 16 lakes connected by streams and waterfalls. Take a walk along the paths and boardwalks, and surround yourself with breathtaking nature at every angle. Spend a day in the park with our guide who knows all the insights to help make this trip an amazing opportunity.Please note that from November 1st through March 31st, depending on weather conditions, the panoramic vehicle and electric boats do not operate and only Lower Lakes can be visited. Tour will be operated on foot during these periods and tour last less then 4 hours.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from Zagreb 2 cities · 9 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Air-conditioned vehicle
licensed driver tour guide
Rastoke Village
Entrance ticket for Plitvice National Park
Pick up and drop off to your accommodation in Zagreb
3 course local cuisine meal at a Croatian restaurant (beverage excluded)

What's Not Included

Beverage

Know before you go

STROLLER OR PRAM ACCESSIBLE
ANIMALS OR PETS ALLOWED
PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION NEARBY
INFANT SEATS AVAILABLE
Not wheelchair accessible
Infants must not sit on laps
If you can, bring sportswear and comfortable closed shoes.
Your guide will be available to assist you throughout the entire trip and guide you through the park.
Approx. 8.5km (5.3mil) walk is the length of the walking tour in the park. You will see all the highlights, and don’t worry there are no big inclines so it’s an enjoyable walk.
Some of the park may be restricted and is weather dependent.
The boats in the park will stop operating from November - March due to snow conditions.
Just enter your pickup location anywhere in Zagreb and we will pick you up.