3-Day Private Zagreb to Split Tour with Plitvice Lakes and Rastoke

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 See 2 UNESCO World Heritage Sites
• 02 Stroll through the captivating village of Rastoke
• 03 Hike through virgin forests and breathe in nature
• 04 Admire the crystal-clear waters and stunning waterfalls of Plitvice Lakes
• 05 Ride a boat across Lake Kozjak
• 06 Taste the local specialties of Lika County
• 07 Enjoy the scenic drive and notice how the landscape changes along the way
• 08 Experience 1700 years of history roaming the ruins of Diocletian's Palace in Split

Wake up in Zagreb and go to bed on the Adriatic coast as you experience the breathtaking natural and historical heritage of Croatia. Travel through the Croatian countryside with a photo stop in the unique watermill village of Rastoke before exploring Plitvice Lakes National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its crystal-clear lakes, stunning waterfalls, and unspoiled forests. The guided visit lasts 3-4 hours and includes exceptional natural sights and sounds, followed by a well-deserved lunch break in the serene countryside of Lika. The journey ends in Split at approximately 5:30 p.m., leaving you time to get a feel for Dalmatia's capital and its UNESCO-listed Diocletian's Palace.

The guided tour of Plitvice Lakes takes 3-4 hours, during which you will hike through breathtaking scenery, enjoy a boat ride across Lake Kozjak, and ride a panoramic bus.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 3 Days

Tour type Private

Activity level Moderate

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

Cities Zagreb, Split, Plitvice Lakes

Languages English, Portuguese

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

From Zagreb to Rastoke Village

• Departing from Zagreb, we will travel for approximately 2 hours through the beautiful Croatian countryside to reach Plitvice Lakes.
• On the way, we will make a short stop in the captivating watermill village of Rastoke.
• It is a one-of-a-kind union of natural phenomena and civilization.
• It is known as "The Small Lakes of Plitvice."
• You will get a chance to capture this unique landscape and make lasting memories.

2

Day 02

Explore Plitvice Lakes National Park

• Plitvice Lakes National Park is the oldest and largest national park in the Republic of Croatia, having received this status in 1949.
• The park has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1979. The process of tufa formation, through which tufa barriers and subsequently lakes are formed, is the outstanding universal value for which Plitvice Lakes received UNESCO recognition.
• When we arrive at Plitvice Lakes National Park, you will be dropped off at the designated entrance, where tickets will be provided to you and you will meet your licenced local guide.
• The guided tour of Plitvice Lakes takes 3-4 hours, during which you will hike through breathtaking scenery, enjoy a boat ride across Lake Kozjak, and ride a panoramic bus.
• Appreciate that the park is home to diverse flora and fauna, and show respect by following the rules of conduct.
• After the visit, we will take you to a local restaurant for a lunch break.

3

Day 03

Arrive in Historic Split

• We arrive in Split at approximately 5:30 p.m.
• Split is the second-largest city in Croatia after the capital, Zagreb, and the largest city on the Croatian coast, with a population of approximately 160,000.
• The Historical Complex of Split with the Palace of Diocletian has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1979.
• The city was founded as the Greek colony of Aspálathos in the 3rd or 2nd century BC.
• It is the economic, cultural, and administrative center of Dalmatia.
• It is a vibrant tourist hub with over 1 million visitors a year.
• It is also known for great musicians and athletes.
• This concludes our tour. We leave you to enjoy and explore Dalmatia.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• Transportation in an air-conditioned car/van
• All gasoline costs, parking fees, and road tax
• Licenced guide during the whole trip
• Pick-up and drop-off at your accommodation
• Basic accident insurance
• Organization and VAT

What's Not Included

• Entrance tickets to Plitvice Lakes National Park
• Food and drinks
• Personal expenses
• Tips

What to bring

• Comfortable footwear
• Umbrella, sunscreen, hats, and warmer clothes relative to weather conditions

Know before you go

• The base price of this tour does not include tickets to Plitvice Lakes National Park.
• The availability of tickets to Plitvice Lakes is limited per day and per allotted entrance times, and tickets need to be purchased in advance.
• Please be advised that the walk through the park includes moderate slopes.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Zagreb, Croatia

Tour start

47240, Rastoke, Croatia

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.