From Split: Full-Day Trip to Plitvice Lakes National Park with Guided Tour Option Tickets at Gray Line
From Split: Full-Day Trip to Plitvice Lakes National Park with Guided Tour Option
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Full-Day Trip to Plitvice Lakes National Park from Split
This full-day trip from Split takes you to Croatia's oldest national park, a UNESCO World Heritage site famous for its 16 terraced lakes connected by waterfalls. You'll travel in comfort aboard an air-conditioned coach with an English-speaking guide who shares insights about the park's formation and wildlife throughout the day.
The tour covers both the Upper and Lower Lakes zones via wooden boardwalks and forest trails. You'll see Veliki Slap, Croatia's tallest waterfall, and enjoy a boat ride on Kozjak Lake when conditions permit. The guided portion includes strategic photo stops at viewpoints offering sweeping park vistas, followed by free time to explore independently or relax in the natural surroundings.
What is Included
- Transport in an air-conditioned coach
- Guided tour in English
- Insurance and VAT
- Boat ride within the park (when available)
Good to Know
The tour spends 4-5 hours inside the park with pickup from Split. You'll need to pay the park entry fee separately on-site in cash, with amounts varying by season. Meals and drinks are not included, though you can bring your own or purchase refreshments at park kiosks.
Wear comfortable walking shoes suitable for uneven and occasionally muddy terrain. The tour involves walking across boardwalks and forest paths, so it's not wheelchair accessible. Swimming in the lakes is strictly prohibited to protect the ecosystem. Bring a valid ID and cash for entry fees and personal expenses.
If you're exploring more of Croatia's coast, consider a Blue Cave and Hvar island tour for stunning sea caves and charming island villages. For those staying longer in the region, a day trip to Dubrovnik offers medieval city walls and historic Old Town streets.
Why you'll love it
- Explore Croatia’s oldest national park with an experienced English-speaking local guide
- Walk along wooden paths beside crystal-clear lakes and stunning waterfalls like Veliki Slap
- Travel comfortably in AC vehicles from central Split
- Get insider insights and plenty of time for clicking photos and independent exploration.
What's included
- Transportation in an AC vehicle Boat ride in the National Park (when selected) English-speaking tour guide Insurance VAT
- Entry ticket to the park (These can be purchased with cash at the entrance) Lunch
Good to know
- Age suitability
- Suitable for all ages
- Opening hours
- Mon-Sun07:00-20:00
- Know before you go
Entry ticket to the park must be purchased at the gate and paid in cash (prices vary by season)
Bring valid identification for entry and check-in
Wear comfortable walking shoes for uneven terrain and stairs
Swimming in lakes is not allowed
The experience is not suitable for wheelchair users
- Visitor guidelines
Your Experience
Immerse yourself in the spectacular landscapes of Plitvice Lakes National Park on this full-day tour from Split. This UNESCO-listed park is famed for its vibrant turquoise lakes and interconnected waterfalls, making it one of Croatia’s natural treasures.
Beginning Your Adventure
Your journey starts with a convenient pickup in Split. Enjoy a relaxing air-conditioned coach ride as your experienced guide provides an overview of the day’s itinerary and shares insights about the park’s significance. Take in passing panoramic countryside views and anticipate the natural wonders ahead. Short stops along the way allow for refreshments and stretching your legs.
Arrival at Plitvice Lakes National Park
Upon arrival, you’ll gain access to Plitvice, renowned for its network of 16 terraced lakes seamlessly connected by cascading falls and lush woodland. The park’s unique karst landscape is home to rich biodiversity and fascinating natural formations.
Exploring the Upper and Lower Lakes
Follow your guide through a well-planned route that takes you across wooden footbridges, forest trails and along winding pathways that skirt the tranquil lakeshores. Marvel at the dramatic waterfalls, including the spectacular Veliki Slap, Croatia’s tallest waterfall. Your guide will narrate stories about the park’s formation, wildlife and ongoing conservation efforts.
Witness the striking contrast of emerald and sapphire water as you traverse both the Upper and Lower Lakes zones
Capture perfect photos at designated lookouts offering sweeping park vistas
Enjoy a peaceful electric boat ride on Kozjak Lake (season and conditions permitting) and a scenic train journey through woodland areas
Guided Insights and Free Time
Throughout the day, benefit from your guide’s deep local knowledge. Learn about endemic species, the geology shaping the park and tips for making the most of your visit. After the guided portion, you’ll have time to continue exploring independently, have lunch or relax amid beautiful surroundings.
Know Before You Go
Entry to the national park is payable on-site in cash and varies by the season
Meals are not included; you may bring your own or purchase at available park kiosks
Wear comfortable clothes and sturdy walking shoes suitable for uneven and occasionally muddy paths
The tour covers 4–5 hours inside the park, giving you plenty of opportunities for exploration and photography
Return to Split
At the end of your visit, regroup with your guide and fellow travelers for a comfortable return journey to Split, leaving you with lasting memories and stunning photos of Croatia’s famous natural site.
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- Cancellation policy
Free cancellation
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Where you'll be
Gray Line, Obala hrvatskog narodnog preporoda
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