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Highlights

  • This full-day guided tour includes round-trip transport from Zadar, a panoramic boat ride, an electric train ride, and an expert-guided walk.
  • Discover the UNESCO-listed Plitvice Lakes National Park, exploring both upper and lower lakes with stunning waterfalls and scenic trails.
  • Enjoy a panoramic train ride through lush forests, followed by a boat journey across crystal-clear lakes to the park’s beautiful Big Waterfall.
  • The experience features a 9km walk on natural trails—perfect for nature lovers seeking an active day surrounded by breathtaking scenery.
  • Upgrade options include entry tickets to the park.

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Plitvice Lakes waterfalls and lush greenery viewed from Zadar.
Group walking on a wooden path through a lush green forest.
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Enjoy a hassle-free day trip from Zadar to Plitvice Lakes National Park with guided walking, boat, and train rides.

Getting started

Your journey begins with a comfortable pickup from the meeting point in Zadar, where you’ll meet your local guide. Settle in for a relaxing ride through Croatia’s rolling countryside as your guide shares insights into regional history and culture.

What to expect

Explore 16 terraced lakes, cascading waterfalls, and vibrant ecosystems. With around four hours inside the park, you’ll enjoy the freedom to explore its well-marked walking trails and serene viewpoints at your own pace.

Features

  • Panoramic boat ride: Cruise across Lake Kozjak, the largest of the lakes, for the beautiful views of the surrounding cliffs, trees, and waterfalls.

  • Self-guided park exploration: Walk at your own rhythm through shaded forest trails and over wooden bridges that cross turquoise lakes and bubbling streams.

Inclusions & Exclusions

  • Entry ticket to Plitvice Lakes National Park (based on the option selected)
  • Tour of Plitvice Lakes National Park
  • An expert tour guide
  • Boat ride
  • Electric train ride
  • Round-trip transfers from Zadar
  • Food and drinks (available on purchase)

This product offers multiple ticket options. Some items above (like transfers or fast-track access) may only apply to specific options — confirm what's included when you select yours.

Ticket Delivery

  • Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.
  • Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.
  • Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.

Cancellation Policy

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts.

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Clear answers to the most common questions travelers ask before booking this experience.

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The tour includes roundtrip transport from Zadar, a panoramic boat ride, an electric train ride, and an expert-guided walk through both upper and lower lakes.

You'll enjoy around four hours exploring Plitvice Lakes National Park at your own pace on well-marked walking trails and serene viewpoints.

Wear comfortable clothes and shoes to navigate the park comfortably, along with a cap and sunscreen for protection from the heat.

Drones, swimming, cycling, fishing are not allowed. Additionally, touching plants and trees or feeding animals is also prohibited.

This experience is not accessible by wheelchair or pram/stroller due to its nature activities like walking trails.

The tour features a panoramic boat ride across the lakes and an electric train ride through lush forests, enhancing your exploration experience.

Your day starts with a comfortable pickup from Zadar's meeting point where you'll meet your local guide for the trip to Croatia’s rolling countryside and beyond.

Explore stunning terraced lakes, cascading waterfalls, vibrant ecosystems, scenic trails, and a beautiful Big Waterfall as you tour the UNESCO-listed park.

The tour includes a 9km walk on natural trails through stunning scenery, perfect for nature lovers seeking an active day in Plitvice Lakes National Park.

Food and drinks are not included but can be purchased during your visit, allowing you to enjoy meals at your convenience while on this full-day guided experience.

The tour includes roundtrip transport from Zadar, a panoramic boat ride, an electric train ride, and an expert-guided walk.

You will enjoy a 9km walk on natural trails throughout the park.

The experience includes guided walking, boat rides across lakes, and train rides through lush forests.

You'll have around four hours to explore within Plitvice Lakes National Park at your own pace.

Wear comfortable clothes and shoes suitable for walking, along with a cap and sunscreen for protection against the sun.

Drones, swimming, cycling, fishing, touching plants or trees, and feeding animals are not permitted.

This experience is not wheelchair-accessible nor suitable for use with a pram.

The trip starts with a pickup from Zadar, where you'll meet your guide, and includes roundtrip transport back to Zadar after exploring the park.

You will enjoy rides through Croatia’s countryside by car, boat, and electric train as part of the tour experience.

Food and drinks are not included but can be purchased during the trip if desired.

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