Why choose this tour ?

✅ Free Hotel/Apartment Pickup Enjoy complimentary door-to-door pickup and drop-off within central Zadar. ✅ Skip the Line with Pre-Booked Tickets Tickets are arranged in advance for Entrance 1 – no waiting, just smooth entry. ✅ Guided or Self-Guided – Your Choice Explore with our knowledgeable guide or enjoy the freedom of a self-guided visit. ✅ Flexible Experience with Map & Route With 6 hours in the park, use our suggested 4-hour route and enjoy 2 extra hours for photos, lunch or relaxation. ✅ Full-Day Adventure (~10 Hours) Includes round-trip transport, logistics, and plenty of free time to explore. ✅ Extras Included Enjoy the scenic boat ride and electric train ride – both included in your experience. ✅ Ticket Info National Park entrance fees are not included. Please bring cash and check the "Additional Info" section for prices. ✅ BONUS: Show your booking at our agency and get a discount on bike or e-scooter rental!


What makes Zadar to Plitvice lakes: Guided tour with pre-booked tickets a unique experience ?

7:30 AM – Pickup & Meeting Point If you're staying in Zadar Old Town or nearby, we’ll meet at our office. If you're staying elsewhere in Zadar, hotel/apartment pickup is included in the price – no extra charge. For accommodations outside of town, we’ll arrange pickup individually; an additional fee may apply depending on the location. You’ll receive your exact pickup time in front of your building. IMPORTANT: Please bring cash for the entrance tickets and a fuel surcharge. We pre-book national park tickets for all our guests every day to ensure smooth entry without delays.

9:00 AM – Refreshment Stop On the way to Plitvice Lakes, we make a short 20-minute stop at a local supermarket. This is the perfect opportunity to buy food, drinks, or snacks for the day. Guests are also welcome to bring their own food or enjoy a meal at one of the restaurants inside the national park.

10:00 AM – Arrival at Plitvice Lakes (Gate 1) We arrive at Entrance Gate 1 of Plitvice Lakes around 10:00 AM. Tickets are pre-booked for all participants – no waiting in lines! Our driver will collect the tickets and guide you through the entry process smoothly. Ticket prices can be found in the “Exclusions” section of this tour listing, or on the official website of Plitvice Lakes National Park.

Free Time in the Park – Explore at Your Own Pace You’ll have up to 6 hours to explore the breathtaking Plitvice Lakes. We’ll provide you with a map and a suggested walking route, designed to show you all the highlights in approximately 4 hours, leaving you with 2 extra hours to relax, take stunning photos, or enjoy lunch in the park. You can choose to: Join our guide for a more informative experience, Or explore on your own – the choice is yours! We’ll stay in touch throughout your visit, and if you're running late, no worries – we’ll wait for you at the meeting point near Gate 1.

4:00 PM – Meeting Point & Return to Zadar At 4:00 PM, we meet again at the same location near Gate 1 to begin our return trip to Zadar. Traveling onward to Zagreb or Rijeka? No problem! We’ll gladly drop you off at the local bus station, where frequent buses connect to both cities. It's easy and convenient. Your luggage stays safely on our vehicle while you explore the park – no need to carry anything with you during the tour.

Around 6:00 PM – Return to Zadar & Hotel Drop-Off We arrive back in Zadar at approximately 6:00 PM. If your accommodation is located within the Zadar pick-up zone, we’ll drop you off directly at your hotel or apartment – just like we picked you up. This is the perfect way to finish your day: no stress, no extra walking, just a comfortable ride back after a full day of exploring one of the most beautiful places in Europe.

Tour Description & Additional Info:

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Free hotel pick up and drop off is available in Zadar town only ! And the time of pick up depends on which side of town your apartment is , we will contact you about this matter in advance . For pick ups out of town there will be some extra charge
  • We recommend good walking shoes for this excursion.
  • Tickets are booked for entrance 1 , 10:00 am , please bring cash for tickets !
  • Entrance ticket prices : April , May and October - 23 euro , June July and September - 35 euro , March - 10 euro. Students and kids get cheaper tickets , just bring student ID please.


Options To Choose for Your Trip:

  • Plitvice lakes self guided
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    Route C: Follow the route C with boat and train ride included in the price
    Pickup included
  • Plitvice and bikes
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    Bike tour: Get a bike for any other day , we will suggest the best routes and provide you with maps .
    Pickup included
  • Plitvice lakes with picnic
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    Sandwiches and water included
    Pickup included

Zadar to Plitvice lakes: Guided tour with pre-booked tickets Inclusions:

Included with Your Ticket

  • Free hotel pickup and drop-off (within the central Zadar area, outside of Zadar additional fees)
  • Panoramic Boat Ride Included - Relaxing Scenic Experience
  • Free luggage storage in our office or on the bus
  • Electric Train Ride Included - Scenic Plitvice Journey
  • Friendly Local Guide
  • N/P skip the line entrance tickets booked for gate 1 - 10:00 am(please prepare cash for the tickets)

Not Included

  • Food and drinks
  • National park entrance tickets

Special Instructions:

• Comfortable walking shoes are recommended Times are subject to change due to local traffic condition Please prepare cash for national park entrance tickets April , May and October - 24 euro . June , July and August - 37 euro March and November - 10 euro Students with valid student ID will get discounts for entry ! Children under 18 get discounts , children under 7 years old have free entry.

Zadar to Plitvice lakes: Guided tour with pre-booked tickets

Please be advised..

  • This Tour is Provided by Elegance Tours.
  • Tour Timezone & Starts at Europe/Zagreb.
  • Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
  • This Tour is Rated 4.5 Stars based on 245 valid reviews on VIATOR.
  • Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
  • Maximum 15 Travelers is accepted for booking.

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