Plitvice Lakes and Rastoke Village with Drop Off in Zadar

Maximize your travel from Zagreb to Zadar by weaving in visits to enchanting Rastoke and Plitvice Lakes National Park. After a smooth pickup from your Zagreb accommodation, first explore Rastoke, a fairy-tale village where the Slunjčica River tumbles into the Korana through historic watermills and wooden homes, creating a mini-waterfall paradise that previews Plitvice‘s magic.

Then, delve into UNESCO-listed Plitvice, where 16 turquoise lakes cascade via over 90 travertine falls amid lush beech and fir forests. Follow circular trails from Entrance 1, combining boardwalk hikes, an electric boat across Lake Kozjak, and a panoramic train ride to witness color-shifting waters, the 78-meter Veliki Slap, and endemic wildlife.

Finally, relax on the scenic drive to your Zadar drop-off, arriving refreshed with memories of Croatia’s natural wonders. This efficient 10-hour journey blends convenience, history, and breathtaking scenery for an unforgettable transfer.

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