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Two people standing near a waterfall with moss-covered rocks and wooden railings. 1
A woman walking on a path surrounded by lush greenery and a body of water. 2
A boat tour with passengers enjoying a view of a lake and forested hills. 3
A bus driving on a winding road with a mountainous landscape in the background. 4
A waterfall with tourists taking photos. 5
By Zadar In and Out Tours

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
Free cancellation available
Price is $89 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 10h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup

Overview

    • Entry ticket included – enjoy a worry-free visit to Plitvice
    • Discover UNESCO-listed Plitvice with passionate local guides
    • Enjoy a panoramic boat cruise and a train ride through the forest
    • Includes a guided walking tour through Zadar’s historic Old Town
    • Enjoy one of the shortest coastal transfers to Plitvice from Zadar

Activity location

    • Split
    • Split, Splitsko-dalmatinska županija, Croatia

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • Ul. Alesandra Paravije 5, 23000, Zadar, Croatia | • Meet your guide at Ul.Alesandra Paravije 5 (Zadar in & out office). Please enter the office, where you will be checked in and greeted by your tour guide (it is necessary to arrive at the meeting point 15 min before the start of the tour). • For the Zadar Old Town walking tour, meet at 6:00 PM (any day) in front of Novi Cafe in Zadar, beside the Roman column (Trg Petra Zoranića). No reservations are needed.
    • Zadar, Zadarska županija, Croatia

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Plitvice Lakes with Tickets from Zadar

  • Activity duration is 10 hours10h
    10h
  • English

Both tours include the same itinerary and highlights. Depart at 07:30 for an early start, or choose 12:20 and enjoy the same Plitvice experience while avoiding the biggest crowds.

Language options: English
Starting time: 11:20AM
Price details
$89.40 x 1 Adult$89.40
$66.18 x 1 Youth$66.18
Total
Price is $66.18

Small Group Tour with Pickup and Entry Ticket

  • Activity duration is 10 hours10h
    10h
  • English

Enjoy a comfortable and intimate day trip from Zadar to Plitvice Lakes National Park in a small group with pickup included for your convenience.

Language options: English
Starting time: 11:20AM
Price details
$156.74 x 1 Adult$156.74
$127.71 x 1 Youth$127.71
Total
Price is $127.71

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Entry ticket to UNESCO-listed Plitvice Lakes National Park
  • Inclusions
    Knowledgeable local guide
  • Inclusions
    Panoramic electric boat ride
  • Inclusions
    Scenic electric train ride through the forest
  • Inclusions
    Transportation by air-conditioned bus
  • Inclusions
    Zadar Old Town walking tour (available to join on any day at 6:00 PM)
  • Inclusions
    Pickup and drop-off (if Small Group option selected)
  • Exclusions
    Food and drinks

Know before you book

    • Not allowed: Swimming
    • Not suitable for: People with mobility impairments

What you can expect

  • Discover the UNESCO-listed Plitvice Lakes with a passionate local guide and enjoy the easiest way to visit Croatia’s most iconic national park from Zadar.

    Leave the planning and navigation to experienced local guides who know the park inside out. From the best viewpoints and photo spots to fascinating stories about Croatia, they’ll help you make the most of every moment and gain a deeper appreciation of this remarkable natural wonder.

    Travel through the scenic Croatian countryside before arriving at the breathtaking Plitvice Lakes National Park. Follow wooden pathways winding above crystal-clear lakes, admire spectacular waterfalls, and explore one of Europe’s most beautiful natural landscapes.

    Enjoy approximately 4 hours inside the park, giving you plenty of time to experience both the Upper and Lower Lakes. Your guide will lead you along carefully selected routes designed to showcase the park’s highlights while maximizing your time in nature.

    Take a relaxing panoramic electric boat cruise across the emerald waters of Kozjak Lake and enjoy a scenic train journey through the forested heart of the park, offering unique perspectives of the surrounding landscapes.

    Before returning to Zadar, admire one last panorama of Plitvice’s waterfalls and crystal-clear lakes, including Veliki Slap, the highest waterfall in Croatia.

    Back in Zadar, join a guided walking tour of the Old Town, included in the price of your experience and available at 6:00 PM on any day of your stay.

Location

Activity location

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    • Split
    • Split, Splitsko-dalmatinska županija, Croatia

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • Ul. Alesandra Paravije 5, 23000, Zadar, Croatia | • Meet your guide at Ul.Alesandra Paravije 5 (Zadar in & out office). Please enter the office, where you will be checked in and greeted by your tour guide (it is necessary to arrive at the meeting point 15 min before the start of the tour). • For the Zadar Old Town walking tour, meet at 6:00 PM (any day) in front of Novi Cafe in Zadar, beside the Roman column (Trg Petra Zoranića). No reservations are needed.
    • Zadar, Zadarska županija, Croatia