Croatia · PLITVICE LAKES DAY TRIPS

The 15 Best Plitvice Lakes Day Trips

114 tours  ·  from $15 a head

Sixteen lakes, entry capped by the hour, and a long drive from wherever you are staying. These 15 sort the runs from Split, Zadar and Zagreb by price, total time on the road and whether the park ticket is actually included.

Zadar: Plitvice Lakes Guided Day Tour with Tickets - Leaving Zadar with stories on the road
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Zadar: Plitvice Lakes Guided Day Tour with Tickets

1.Plitvice Lakes Guided Day Tour with Tickets

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 3,148 reviews · 10 hours · from $88Our pick

Explore Plitvice Lakes from Zadar with park entry, boat and train rides, a guide, and optional Zadar Old Town walking tour for $88.

“Our time at the National Park started out with rain which didn’t las. It in no way detracted from the beauty of the park or the walk. Our guide, Filip, was always on hand to make sure his guests did not get lost. He was engaging, professional and ensured we had a relaxed pace and did not feel rushed. After the tour he offered tips by WhatsApp and email to ensure guests got the most out of their stay in Zadar. Thanks for a great day Filip. Elaine”

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From Split: Plitvice Lakes National Park Guided Tour - Meeting in Split and Settling Into the Coach
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From Split: Plitvice Lakes National Park Guided Tour

2.Plitvice Lakes National Park Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3,002 reviews · 11 hours (approx.) · from $78Top rated

Review of the Split to Plitvice Lakes tour, with costs, walking demands, transport, guides, boat and train rides, and booking advice.

“Sanya provided lots of information about croatia and the lakes which was insightful. She was very clear with her explanations and ensured everyone understood them.”

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From Zagreb: Plitvice & Rastoke Guided Day Trip with Ticket - Rastoke and its old watermills
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From Zagreb: Plitvice & Rastoke Guided Day Trip with Ticket

From Split: Plitvice Lakes Guided Tour with Entry Tickets - Meeting at Booker Travel Agency in Split
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From Split: Plitvice Lakes Guided Tour with Entry Tickets

From Split: Plitvice Lakes National Park Guided Tour - Meeting in Split and Settling Into the Coach
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From Split: Plitvice Lakes National Park Guided Tour

5.Plitvice Lakes National Park Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,355 reviews · 12 hours (approx.) · from $78

Review of the Plitvice Lakes day tour from Split, including transport, walking, boat ride, costs, guides, crowds, and practical booking advice.

“Andrej was the most amazing guide. He is very passionate about what he does. He provided us with so many information about the country. I was traveling with my 2 year old and he was very patient and helpful. Recommended many places which have been worth visiting. Definitely doing this trip again when I come back.”

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Plitvice Lakes National Park Guided Day Tour from Split - Entering Plitvice and walking the Upper Lakes
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Plitvice Lakes National Park Guided Day Tour from Split

6.Plitvice Lakes National Park Guided Day Tour from Split

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,948 reviews · 12 hours (approx.) · from $78

Review of the Plitvice Lakes day tour from Split, with transport, guide quality, costs, walking demands, seasonal tips, and honest advice.

“Great all in 1 Hop on... Hop off n u r there at this great national park! I just wish lunch could be earlier so we get the deserved break Enjoyable n good introduction from the guides Mia n Sonja The driver Miki is a great guy too”

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Zagreb: Rastoke & Plitvice Lakes Guided Tour with Ticket - Arriving at Plitvice Lakes National Park
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Zagreb: Rastoke & Plitvice Lakes Guided Tour with Ticket

7.Rastoke & Plitvice Lakes Guided Tour with Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,897 reviews · 10 hours · from $57

Review of Zagreb’s Rastoke and Plitvice Lakes day tour, with park ticket, guide, transport, boat ride, walking tips, and honest value advice.

“Our guide was informative, friendly and communicated well. We had an excellent day seeing the park - it is so beautiful in autumn. The only thing was we felt a bit rushed and weren’t able to enjoy the scenery as much. We understand it was so can see as much as possible, it was just a bit of a bummer! Overall though we had a great time and would recommend this for anyone wanting to see the park but only has a day to do so!”

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Split: Self-Guided Plitvice Lakes Day Tour with Boat Ride - Meeting at Booker Travel Agency
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Split: Self-Guided Plitvice Lakes Day Tour with Boat Ride

8.Self-Guided Plitvice Lakes Day Tour with Boat Ride

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,519 reviews · 12 hours · from $58

Review of Split’s Plitvice Lakes day tour, covering the long bus ride, boat and train rides, park routes, costs, and practical tips.

“A true highlight of my trip to Croatia!! Sanja is such a great guide and the sweetest person. Also felt very safe with Marco as our driver for the long trek there and back.”

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Zadar: Plitvice Lakes with Boat Ride and Zadar Old Town Tour - Entering Plitvice and choosing your route
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Zadar: Plitvice Lakes with Boat Ride and Zadar Old Town Tour

9.Plitvice Lakes with Boat Ride and Zadar Old Town Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,368 reviews · 10 hours · from $53

Explore Plitvice Lakes from Zadar with waterfall walks, boat and train rides, plus an optional guided tour of Zadar Old Town.

“Excellent tour guides (including for the walking tour afterwards which was the best one I have been on). Great value for money and a relaxed touch, but thorough and informative experience of the park”

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From Zadar: Plitvice Lakes with Boat Ride & Zadar Old town tour - Walking Plitvice with a guide
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From Zadar: Plitvice Lakes with Boat Ride & Zadar Old town tour

Plitvice Lakes: Guided Walking Tour with Train and Boat Ride - Starting at Entrance 1 and finding your bearings
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Plitvice Lakes: Guided Walking Tour with Train and Boat Ride

11.Plitvice Lakes: Guided Walking Tour with Train and Boat Ride

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 1,093 reviews · from $28

Review of Plitvice Lakes guided tour with electric boat and panoramic train, covering routes, value, practical tips, and who should book.

“Fantastic tour! Our guide was so knowledgeable; growing up in the park adds so much credibility...lots of stories that added a layer to the experience you would not get if you tried to do the park on your own! Highly recommend taking this tour!”

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Plitvice Lakes with Ticket & Rastoke Guided Tour from Zagreb - Rastoke: a small village built around water
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Plitvice Lakes with Ticket & Rastoke Guided Tour from Zagreb

12.Plitvice Lakes with Ticket & Rastoke Guided Tour from Zagreb

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 966 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $78

Review of the Plitvice Lakes and Rastoke day tour from Zagreb, with walking demands, seasonal limits, guide quality, transport, and value explained.

“Rastoke village is a must see!! It’s in a fairytale setting. Plitvice Lakes are so beautiful. Our guide, Dinko, did a great job and was very kind to me as I had a sore ankle and could only manage the lower lakes. My husband did the upper lakes and thoroughly enjoyed it.”

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From Split or Trogir: Plitvice Lakes Tour with Entry Tickets

Plitvice Lakes National Park Admission Ticket - Picking between Entrance 1 and Entrance 2
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Plitvice Lakes National Park Admission Ticket

14.Plitvice Lakes National Park Admission Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 832 reviews · 1 to 5 hours (approx.) · from $15Best value

Review of the Plitvice Lakes admission ticket, with practical advice on entrances, trails, crowds, boat rides, shuttle buses, and value.

“The waterfalls were breathtaking and the water was stunning - all the vibrant colors. We enjoyed the hike as well.”

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Zadar: Plitvice Lakes Full-Day Guided Tour with a Boat Ride - The early departure and ride inland
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Zadar: Plitvice Lakes Full-Day Guided Tour with a Boat Ride

15.Plitvice Lakes Full-Day Guided Tour with a Boat Ride

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 807 reviews · from $58

Explore Plitvice Lakes from Zadar with a guided walk, electric boat ride, comfortable transport, park tips, and honest cost advice.

“Had a lovely time on this day trip, definitely worth it to see the beautiful park. The guide was great and did a good job to allow us time to enjoy the walk without it being rushed.”

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New in Plitvice Lakes Day Trips

★ 5.0Plitvice Lakes & Rastoke Private TourFrom $4249 reviews
★ 5.0Zagreb to Split Private Transfer via Plitvice Lakes National ParkFrom $5279 reviews
★ 5.0Plitvice Lakes Private Day Trip incl. Ticket from ZagrebFrom $42110 reviews
★ 4.8Plitvice Private Tour: Secured Tickets, Train & Boat RideFrom $25310 reviews
★ 4.5Private Plitvice Lakes Tour – Day Trip from Zagreb (entrance ticket included)From $50510 reviews
★ 5.0Plitvice Lakes National Park: Private Tour from ZadarFrom $69511 reviews
★ 5.0Private Guided Day Tour of Plitvice National Park from ZagrebFrom $28711 reviews
★ 5.0Rastoke and Plitvice Lakes Guided Day Tour from ZagrebFrom $5412 reviews
★ 5.0Plitvice Lakes Afternoon Tour Small-Group with TicketsFrom $12112 reviews
★ 5.0Private transfer from Zagreb to Split with Plitvice Lakes private tourFrom $80712 reviews
★ 5.0Guided Day Tour from Zadar to Plitvice LakesFrom $5912 reviews
★ 4.5From Split or Trogir: Plitvice Lakes Trip with Entry TicketFrom $14113 reviews
★ 4.4Plitvice Lakes Guided TourFrom $3715 reviews
★ 5.0Plitvice Lakes 3,5h tour with panoramic boat rideFrom $21715 reviews
★ 5.0The natural park of Plitvice Lakes transportation, and return to ZadarFrom $46115 reviews

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