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Guided Tours in Croatia: 15 Days Worth the Detour

154 tours  ·  from $8

A holiday always has one spare day fewer than it needs. These 15 guided tours earn it back, priced and timed so the choosing takes a minute.

Zadar: Plitvice Lakes Guided Day Tour with Tickets - Leaving Zadar and crossing inland Croatia
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Zadar: Plitvice Lakes Guided Day Tour with Tickets

1.Zadar: Plitvice Lakes Guided Day Tour with Tickets

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

Travel from Zadar to Plitvice Lakes with an English-speaking guide, park admission, electric train, and boat ride included. You get about four hours in the park, a café stop, and an optional Zadar Old Town walk at 6:00 PM. Guides such as Filip, Paula, Monika, and Bojan are praised for clear explanations and good group care.

“We travel with Monica, absolutely fantastic guide, very nice and funny. Views are so impressive! Perfect organization. I highly recommend it.”

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From Split: Plitvice Lakes National Park Guided Tour - The early meeting in Split and the long road north
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From Split: Plitvice Lakes National Park Guided Tour

2.From Split: Plitvice Lakes National Park Guided Tour

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

Travel from Split to Plitvice Lakes National Park in an air-conditioned bus or van, then walk the Upper and Lower Lakes with an English-speaking guide. Your €40 park ticket is extra, while a panoramic boat ride and electric train ride are included. Guides such as Sanja, Lovro, Ivana, and Richard are praised for clear stories and good group care.

“The transportation was comfortable. Clear instructions about meeting. Guide (Larry) was great! The park is incredible and worth every penny and minute! Stunning views!”

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From Zagreb: Plitvice & Rastoke Guided Day Trip with Ticket - The road from Zagreb to Rastoke
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From Zagreb: Plitvice & Rastoke Guided Day Trip with Ticket

3.From Zagreb: Plitvice & Rastoke Guided Day Trip with Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 2,955 reviews · 10 hours · from $61

Travel from Zagreb to Rastoke and Plitvice Lakes with an English-speaking guide such as Marko, Marin, Saša, or Sara. Visit 17th-century watermills, hike about 8.5 kilometers beside cascading lakes, and ride the park boat and panoramic train. Small-group pickup, entry tickets, transport, and guiding are included.

“Amazing day trip . Marko the guide was very nice . A day to remember. I would definitely recommend it 🇲🇹”

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

4.From Split: Plitvice Lakes Guided Tour with Entry Tickets

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 2,468 reviews · 12 hours · from $116

Travel from Split to Plitvice Lakes with an English-speaking guide such as Sanja, Luka, Ivana, or Lovro. Walk between the upper and lower lakes, then see the park by panoramic boat and electric train. Entry, transport, and commentary are included, but food, drinks, and hotel transfers are not.

“The trip was very well organized and kept on a good schedule. Sanja was an excellent tour guide giving us the history of Croatia while also keeping us entertained. Plitvice Lakes itself was amazing and possibly the best park I've ever visited!”

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From Split: Plitvice Lakes National Park Guided Tour - The early meeting in Split and the long road north
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From Split: Plitvice Lakes National Park Guided Tour

5.From Split: Plitvice Lakes National Park Guided Tour

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

This full-day Gray Line Croatia trip takes you from Split to Plitvice Lakes National Park by air-conditioned coach. With guides such as Mia, Ivanka, Elena, and Barry, you’ll walk beside waterfalls, ride a park boat, and see both lake areas. The drive is long, the entrance fee is extra, and the advertised train ride may not operate.

“The tour guide Mate filled us in with stories along the route and at the park. The park in itself is very well preserved and breathtaking.”

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Plitvice Lakes National Park Guided Day Tour from Split - 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

Travel from Split to Plitvice Lakes by comfortable coach, then spend about four hours walking the Upper and Lower Lakes with an English-speaking guide. Guides such as Mia, Ivanka, Mate, and Bariša are praised for their park knowledge and good humor. Lunch is optional, and park admission is paid in cash separately.

“Barisa was a wonderful tour guide - full of insightful history and anecdotes about the National Park and waterfalls. He made our trip to Plitvače seamless and memorable. Barisa pointed out wonderful stops to take pictures and also helped this solo traveler take photos where I could actually be in the photo versus behind the lens! I also want to share that Dado was a fabulous driver. He handled the bus with care during the high winds that we experienced and safely got us to and from Split with ease. I felt safe and well cared for all day thanks to Barisa and Dado. I highly recommend Šugaman Tours for…”

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Zagreb: Rastoke & Plitvice Lakes Guided Tour with Ticket - Meeting in Zagreb or using hotel pickup
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Zagreb: Rastoke & Plitvice Lakes Guided Tour with Ticket

7.Zagreb: Rastoke & Plitvice Lakes Guided Tour with Ticket

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

Leave Zagreb for Rastoke’s little waterfalls and Plitvice Lakes’ famous wooden paths on a 10-hour guided day trip. Your English-speaking guide, often Martina, Petra, or Tomislav, leads 8 to 9 kilometers of walking, a seasonal Lake Kozjak boat ride, and an in-park train or bus. Entry, transport, and selected hotel pickup are included.

“Enjoyed the beautiful landscape including amazing water falls and the lake ride which is a must. Above all a round of applause to our 5 ⭐️ guide Petra, she is amazingly one of the most considerate and thoughtful guides I have ever met. Her calming nature, beautiful stories of countries history told by her very calming and gentle voice was very special. She really knew how to get us to go in to our imagination with the way she related those stories about the history of Croatia 🇭🇷 and it’s many Heroes. May God bless Croatia🇭🇷, Petra and her family 🙏🏽🙏🏽”

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Zrmanja River: Half-Day Guided Kayaking Tour Near Zadar - Getting fitted out at the river base
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Zrmanja River: Half-Day Guided Kayaking Tour Near Zadar

8.Zrmanja River: Half-Day Guided Kayaking Tour Near Zadar

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,817 reviews · 5 - 7 hours · from $64

Paddle the Zrmanja River from Kaštel Žegarski through a rocky canyon, small waterfalls, and gentle rapids. Guides such as Andrea, Julio, Adam, and Marin help beginners, families, and mixed-ability groups. Expect swimming stops, walking around larger falls, changing facilities, and an optional transfer from Zadar or nearby resorts.

“Very good value for money. Lovely stop offs. Luca was our skipper and was very helpful and informative. Really good experience would recommend”

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Krka National Park Tour with tour Guide & Wine tasting from Split & Trogir - Walking around Skradinski Buk
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Krka National Park Tour with tour Guide & Wine tasting from Split & Trogir

9.Krka National Park Tour with tour Guide & Wine tasting from Split & Trogir

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,625 reviews · 9 hours (approx.) · from $50

Spend about nine hours traveling from Split or Trogir to Krka National Park and Skradin with an English-speaking guide. Walk around Skradinski Buk, enjoy river views by boat or on foot, then taste local wine in Skradin. Dario, Mate, and other guides are praised for humor and organization, but summer crowds can be heavy.

“Fantastic experience, highly recommend! Very well organised trip both at Krka Falls and to the wine tasting experience.”

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Split: Illuminated Evening Guided Kayaking Tour - From Hotel Briig to Stobreč beach
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Split: Illuminated Evening Guided Kayaking Tour

10.Split: Illuminated Evening Guided Kayaking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,622 reviews · 2h 30m · from $56

Meet near Hotel Briig and ride to Stobreč, where a certified guide teaches you the basics before you paddle a glowing double kayak into the Žrnovnica River and back along the coast. Expect about 4 kilometers on the water, free photos, a few wet clothes, and guides such as Paula, Luka, Tomasz, or Petar, depending on the departure.

“Great, relaxing kayaking trip. The guides made sure that everyone was looked after and we felt safe and secure at all times. Really nice of them to take photos and share for free!”

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Dubrovnik: Sea Kayaking&Snorkelling Guided Day/Sunset Tours - Pile Bay to Betina Cave
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Dubrovnik: Sea Kayaking&Snorkelling Guided Day/Sunset Tours

11.Dubrovnik: Sea Kayaking&Snorkelling Guided Day/Sunset Tours

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,554 reviews · from $39

Paddle from Pile Bay beneath Dubrovnik’s Old Town walls to Betina Cave, accessible only by sea, for a 20 to 30 minute swim and snorkel stop. Guides such as John, Ivan, Tommy, and Rocco lead small groups, share local stories, and offer safety support. Morning, afternoon, and sunset departures are available.

“Very enjoyable tour! Being solo I was reluctant to do it as paired with someone but don’t let that put you off as everyone is there for a good time. Snorkelling on a secluded beach was brilliant. My guide John was faultless, very knowledgeable and added his own experiences which I feel aways adds a personal touch to guided tours. Highly recommend this activity for your trip to Dubrovnik!”

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

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

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

Explore Plitvice Lakes National Park with an English-speaking guide such as Leopold, Leo, Nikola, or Dalibor. Choose a 3, 6, or 8-hour route through the lower lakes, upper lakes, or both, with an electric-boat ride and panoramic train return. Park admission is separate and must be booked online.

“The tour was absolutely amazing. Our guide Leopoldo was extremely knowledgeable, helpful and very congenial. I Would definitely recommend this tour to anyone visiting the park.”

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Plitvice Lakes with Ticket & Rastoke Guided Tour from Zagreb - Rastoke, Croatia’s little watermill village
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Plitvice Lakes with Ticket & Rastoke Guided Tour from Zagreb

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

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

Spend about 10 hours visiting Rastoke and Plitvice Lakes from Zagreb. An English-speaking guide leads you along roughly 8.5 kilometers of paths, waterfalls, boardwalks, and forest trails, with park entry, electric boat service, and the panoramic vehicle included when operating. Small groups of up to eight are available.

“We were so fortunate to have the wonderful Martina as our guide for the Plitvice Lakes and the charming village of Rastoke. Her warmth, humor, and deep love for Croatia made this tour truly UNFORGETTABLE! Thank you!”

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Split: Diocletian Palace & Old Town Guided Walking Tour - Starting on the Riva promenade
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Split: Diocletian Palace & Old Town Guided Walking Tour

14.Split: Diocletian Palace & Old Town Guided Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 882 reviews · 50 min · from $17Best value

This 50-minute walk begins at Split’s Riva and leads through Diocletian’s Palace, its cellars, Peristyle, four ancient gates, private observatory, Fruit Square, and 15th-century Town Hall. Guides including Ina, Natasa, Darko, and Tin explain how Roman, medieval, and Venetian Split fit together. Tours run in English, Spanish, or Italian.

“Definitely worth it! The tour guide called Ina was very nice and the tour was interesting filled with lots of interesting facts.”

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Zadar: Plitvice Lakes Full-Day Guided Tour with a Boat Ride - The morning drive from Zadar to the park
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Zadar: Plitvice Lakes Full-Day Guided Tour with a Boat Ride

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

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

Travel from Zadar to Plitvice Lakes with an English-speaking guide such as Ante, Ana, Marina, or Katarina. Walk beside the Upper and Lower Lakes, see waterfalls and wildlife habitat, and cross Kozjak Lake by electric boat. Expect a full day, about 1 hour 45 minutes each way, cooler weather, uneven paths, and a separate park entry fee.

“Amazing tour. As a solo traveler I booked the tour for comfort and I’m very glad I did. The check points were very clear and easy to find but we had enough freedom to explore at our own pace also, which was lovely. My guide (Nike) set up a group chat for ease of communication which was a great idea for the group and showed care for customers. She was very approachable and full of knowledge about Croatia and especially the nationals Holliday to commemorate the war and attack on Croatia in the 1990’s. Overall a great tour , highly recommend of your in Croatia!”

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