Hire a private driver for a transfer from Zagreb to Split, including a stop at Plitvice Lakes
Make the most of your journey between Zagreb and Split by booking a private transfer that includes a stopover at Plitvice Lakes. Upon arrival, you’ll have the option to take a guided tour of the park with a local guide who will provide historical and environmental commentary. Discover Croatia’s largest national park and take photos of the 16 interconnected lakes and intermittent waterfalls. After your tour, you’ll continue your journey to Split with a safe and reliable private transfer service. With our driver leading the way, you can relax and enjoy the scenery. The cost of the local guide is 100 EUROS for up to 3 person and 150 EUROS for 4-8 people (NOT / per person).
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What's included in Private Transfer from Zagreb to Split with Plitvice Lakes?
Complimentary Pick up, drop off
Online booking & payment
English speaking driver-guide
Air-conditioned vehicle
Fuel, parking, road tolls, tunnel fees
Costs related to the gas, parking, tolls
Transfer from Zagreb to Plitvice Lakes, then to Split in one day
Visiting Plitvice Lakes
If you’re traveling from Zagreb to Split, a great stop to make on the route is Plitvice Lakes National Park. You can meet your driver at your hotel or private residence in Zagreb. The distance between Zagreb, Plitvice Lakes and Split is 450 km. After one hour of driving, we arrive at Rastoke village, (Optional stop for up to 1 hour – additional 35 EUR). From there, we continue to Plitvice Lakes. The national park consists of 16 connected lakes, with each lake descending into the next one. The two largest lakes are Proscansko Jezero and Kozjak. At the end of the tour, we’ll take an electric boat. This private transfer is available for booking year-round. From March until the first snow of November, the roads to the Plitvice Lakes are passable. However, even in winter, Plitvice Lakes have their charm when they’re covered in deep ice and snow.
The Upper lakes (Gornja Jezera)
Join your local guide at the park (if you choose to have one), and begin your tour by taking a wonderful train ride around the Upper Lakes. Your licensed guide is a professional with over 10 years of experience. With our guide leading the way, we will explore the series of twelve interconnected lakes known as the Upper Lakes (Gornja Jezera). These lakes change color depending on the mineral composition of the water and the microorganisms living in them, resulting in an ever-evolving landscape. We will continue our journey through the park’s fascinating terrain until we reach the boat that will take us to the Lower Lakes (Donja Jezera).
Lower Lakes (Donja Jezera)
The Lower Plitvice Lakes system is situated in a canyon made of porous limestone. The highest rocks in the canyon rise about 40 meters. A travertine cascade can be seen between Kaluđerovac and Novakovica brod lake, which is the pathway for visitors starting from the NP Entrance 1. The trail leads down towards the Veliki Slap waterfall, and continues further upstream around the Lower Lakes in the direction of the Kozjak Lake. The highlight of the Plitvice tour is undoubtedly the Great Waterfall (Veliki Slap), which is also known as the tallest waterfall in Croatia.
The Museum of Bura Wind (Optional activity)
You can enjoy a “traditional tasting menu” at your own expense while visiting the Museum of Bura Wind. Located in the heart of Zadar’s hinterland, the Gastro Museum Bura offers an unforgettable journey through the region’s history, culture, and flavors. Next to an old bauxite mine, guests can partake in a 60-minute guided tour exploring authentic local specialties. This includes delicacies such as prosciutto, pancetta, Pag cheese, wine, brandy, and liqueurs. After a light lunch, we will continue our trip towards Zadar, where we expect to arrive by 4:00 pm. The price of tasting menu is additional 55 EUR per person.
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Tihomir Katarinček
Professional Driver at Croatia Private Tours
Next, Tiho is our most experienced driver-guide. For years, he has been working for agencies as a chauffeur catering for tourists, business, VIP, and state protocol guests. For this reason, he has been perfecting his driving skills and in various related fields ever since. In General, he is passionate about his work and says that he sees each guest as special. Of course, nothing is too much trouble to ensure the best service possible.
Marin Šipić
Professional Driver at Croatia Private Tours
Marin has been passionate about driving ever since he passed his driver’s license. For this reason, he has been perfecting his skills ever since. As a result, he has gained a great deal of experience in driver-client relations. Indeed, he has been to every corner of Croatia and the Balkans and is also very familiar with the region. After all, he found every driving assignment as an opportunity to learn something new and finds enormous pleasure in doing what he does.
Božo Batalić
Professional Driver at Croatia Private Tours
During his career as driver-guide, Božo has learned that successful results require hard work and responsibility. In the first place, he is fluent in English and very passionate about his work. Straightaway ready to help, advise information about every important thing along the route, and provide flawless customer service. Indeed, holds two safe driving licenses and safety is also his priority on the road. Finally, when the guests arrive safely at the destination, Božo says it is his best award.
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