Would you like to discover Croatia's must-see natural sites? Then join this guided tour of Rastoke and the Plitvice Lakes from Zagreb!
In a small group of no more than 8 people, you'll take a minivan from Zagreb to discover Rastoke and the Plitvice Lakes with a professional guide. The guided tour from Zagreb is an excellent option, combining efficiency, simplicity and conviviality! It's a must for discovering Croatia's most beautiful natural sites from its capital.
Rastoke is a picturesque village located at the intersection of the Slunjčica and Korana rivers. It is often nicknamed “Little Plitvice” because of its picturesque waterfalls and traditional mills. As for the Plitvice Lakes, they lie at the heart of Croatia's oldest national park: the Plitvice Lakes National Park. The park is famous for its 16 turquoise lakes linked by spectacular waterfalls and crystal-clear streams.
This guided tour from Zagreb begins with a drive to the village of Rastoke. On the way, you won't have time to get bored! Your guide will introduce you to Croatia's interesting history and tell you anecdotes about the local culture. While you listen, you can also admire the scenery! Once in Rastoke, the guide will explain the importance of the water mills and their role in the village's history.
At the Plitvice Lakes, your guide will tell you about the park's unique geological formations and the ecological processes underway. During the tour, you'll hike about 8.5 km (5.3 miles), take a 20-minute boat trip and return by tourist train to the parking lot. On this guided tour from Zagreb, you'll not only discover some magnificent places, but also learn many anecdotes about them!
A guided tour of Rastoke and the Plitvice Lakes from Zagreb is a must-do if you want to admire Croatia's magnificent waterfalls!
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Practical information
Go on a full day minivan guided tour in a group of 8 people maximum !
- Departure from Zagreb
- Introduction and Scenic Drive (1 hour)
- Arrival at Rastoke Village
- Guided tour of the village, architecture, and history
- Time for photos and exploration
- Depart Rastoke for Plitvice Lakes National Park (25 minutes)
- Arrival at Plitvice Lakes National Park
- Orientation and briefing by the guide
- Begin the guided walk through the park
- The tour through the park is 8.5km (5.3mi.) of walking, a 20-minute boat ride, and a ride back on the tourist train that takes you back to the parking lot
- Return journey to Zagreb (2 hours)
- Arrival back in Zagreb
Pick up will be organised before the official meeting time. You'll receive information about the pickup the day before your departure. The selected hotels for pickup are the following ones (you don't have to stay at these hotels) :
MANDA Heritage Hotel, The Westin Zagreb, Best Western Premier Hotel Astoria, Canopy by Hilton Zagreb City Centre, Trg Nikole Zrinskog 2, Esplanade Zagreb Hotel, Hotel Laguna, Hotel Central, Hilton Garden Inn Zagreb - Radnicka, Hotel 9, Hotel Academia Zagreb, DoubleTree by Hilton Zagreb, Sheraton Zagreb Hotel, Hotel International
Certain sections of the park may have restrictions due to weather conditions.
Please be advised that between November 1st and March 31st, access is limited to the Lower Lakes, and depending on weather conditions, the train and electric boats may not be in operation.
During the off-season, the tour duration is less than 10 hours.
- Transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle
- Licensed guide
- Entry ticket to Plitvice Lakes National Park
- Tour of Plitvice Lakes National Park
- Boat and train ride inside the park
- Pick up from selected hotels
- Lunch
- Drinks
- Personal expenses
- Tips
- Comfortable and weather adapted clothing
- Hiking shoes
- Sunglasses
- Sunscreen
- Bottle of water
- Packed lunch