Day Trips from Zagreb to Central Croatia

The Plitvice Lakes National Park is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the most loved natural wonders in Croatia. This tour helps you get there without the worry of crowds on public transport as you’ll travel in a small group. Once you’ve purchased your ticket at the park entrance, explore the vast natural landscape with a guide to lead the way. Highlights include the blue-green-colored lakes, waterfalls, and views from a canyon.

Spend a private day exploring the surroundings of Zagreb by visiting 2 unique places while tasting delicious local food and exquisite wine. Your driver guide is a wine and food enthusiast that will take you only to the best spots. The first place after your pick up will be Samobor, a charming little town known for the ruin of its old town where you can enjoy a spectacular view. In Samobor, you will also try the famous kremšnita and a beverage of your own choice. Next stop will be the Croatian sparkling wine region where you will visit 1 winery and a small family-run traditional restaurant. In the restaurant, you will enjoy a light lunch consisting of the famous štrukli. In the winery, you will be pampered by tasting 9 wines paired with homemade charcuterie and other delicious snacks. You will be dropped off at your accommodation with a smile on your face.

Discover natural wonders outside of Zagreb with this private hiking tour to the Samobor Hills. Save time waiting around for local bus services and ride with a private driver roughly 1-hour west of Zagreb. Then, head off on a fun and personalized hiking adventure that showcases the Old Town, the Zumberak Mountains, and the Samobor Castle ruins.

Swap Zagreb for a peaceful day trip to explore quaint villages and a UNESCO World Heritage Site—Plitvice Lakes National Park. Instead of traveling on a crowded tour bus, benefit from the luxury of private transportation with just your group and a driver. Highlights include Rastoke, a village known for its watermills, a cheese tasting at a family-run farm, brunch, and the magnificent Plitvice Lakes National Park.

Maximize your time in Croatia by swapping the hustle and bustle of Zagreb for an adventure to the Baroque city of Varazdin and one of the country’s best-preserved medieval castles. The itinerary doesn’t just involve car travel between sights—enjoy the opportunity to get out of the vehicle and go on guided walking tours too. A highlight of the trip is Trakoscan Castle—a medieval castle that’s home to a rare collection of paintings, weapons, and ancient artifacts.

Experience Slovenia’s natural splendor and cultural heritage attractions in a single day during this private, full-day excursion from Zagreb. Ride in a luxurious climate-controlled vehicle alongside your own personal driver and guide. Highlights include Ljubljana’s picturesque Old Town and panoramic castle, the medieval-era castle of Bled, and free time along stunning Lake Bled.

Plitvice Lakes National Park is one of Croatia’s natural wonders, but exploring with your own wheels means you have to keep your eyes on the road rather than the scenery. This stress-free day trip from Zagreb allows you to explore Plitvice’s natural wonders without the hassle of public transportation or renting a car, so you can fully focus on soaking up the splendor of the UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Discover the beauty of Plitvice Lakes without relying on public transport schedules with this hassle-free day trip. Following pickup from Zagreb, head to the pretty village of Rastoke and learn about Croatia's history. Continue to Plitvice Lakes National Park for a guided walk along scenic paths and boardwalks, with plenty of time to photograph the UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Spend the full day exploring and photographing the sites of Varazdin and Zagorje on this photography-focused tour from Zagreb. Listen to insightful commentary on the centuries of Croatian history and get tips on what makes for the best photos. Booking a private tour means you get personalized attention and will certainly return home with some frame-worthy shots.

Enjoy another way of exploring the UNESCO-listed Plitvice Lakes National Park when you travel in the company of a professional photographer. Your guide won’t just bring you to the park’s highlight waterfalls and lakes—they’ll also give you tips on capturing the very best shots of the scenery. With just a small group for company, and plenty of one-on-one instruction, you can make the most of your day in nature and capture lasting mementos of your trip.

Explore the stunning natural beauty of Croatia on this full-day guided adventure from Zagreb. Start your journey in the picturesque village of Rastoke, renowned for its enchanting waterfalls and traditional watermills, creating a fairytale-like ambiance. Stroll along the scenic wooden pathways before heading to Plitvice Lakes National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Your licensed guide will navigate you through the park's breathtaking trails, crystal-clear lakes, and cascading waterfalls, providing valuable insights into its history and nature. This tour perfectly combines culture, nature, and unforgettable landscapes in one day. - Full-day guided tour from Zagreb to Rastoke and Plitvice Lakes - Visit the charming village of Rastoke with its stunning waterfalls - Explore Plitvice Lakes National Park with a licensed guide - Entrance ticket included for a seamless experience

Discover Plitvice Lakes National Park, and don’t worry about any of the logistics: this full-day, private tour from Zagreb takes all the stress out of planning a trip. Meet your guide in the morning at your local hotel, and travel to the UNESCO-listed national park via a private, comfortable vehicle. You’ll have several hours to explore its pools, waterfalls, and other scenic corners on foot and by boat. Your itinerary will also include stops at nearby cultural attractions, including a military museum and a historical village.

Embark on an enchanting full-day journey through medieval wonders and exquisite wineries in Zagreb. Immerse yourself in the idyllic charm of Samobor, surrounded by majestic, forested hills. Indulge in their famous Cremeschnitte cake, Mustarda, Bermet liquor, and crystal treasures. And don't miss out on their thrilling carnival festivities, depending on the season. After exploring Samobor, venture to the picturesque Plesivica wine road to discover a region of intimate family wineries.

Pleasure your palate with wine tasting during this full-day tour. Experience the allure of forested hills and vineyard-wrapped valleys in the Plesivica wine region, known for its sparkling wine. En route, stop for a tour of medieval Samobor with a liqueur tasting and crystal-cutting presentation at a factory. Traveling from Zagreb in a comfortable vehicle lets you leave the navigation up to your guide.

This is the ideal way to get into the Christmas spirit. Enjoy a stress-free day with everything organized for you. From hotel pickup and drop-off, to a full itinerary, you’ll be able to relax and enjoy the wonderful views and stories from your guide. Your driver will take you past charming villages, the medieval Trakošćan Castle in Trakoscan, and to Čazma to see the Salaj family’s magnificent fairytale Christmas lights.

Organizing a trip to Plitvice Lakes National Park—one of the most visited national parks in Europe—can be a lesson in navigating crowds, hiking trails, and tight schedules. This tour makes it a little bit easier by taking care of round-trip transportation from Zagreb and has the bonus of making visits to a museum and watermill village along the way.

Benefit from a personalized itinerary geared to a small group on this half-day tour of prehistoric and medieval Croatia. Combine a visit to the Krapina Neanderthal Museum with a guided tour of Trakošćan Castle; entrance fees included. You’ll discover the beauty of northern Croatia, with round-trip hotel transport (selected hotels only) provided from Zagreb in the comfort of a minivan.

URBAN EXPLORATION, often shortened as urbex is the exploration of man-made structures, usually abandoned ruins that were once important and in use, and today they stand as a reminder of some other times. A perfect example is the so-called „Spomeniks “ – memorial structures and monuments built in the period between the 1950 s and 1990s during Tito’s Socialist Federal Republic of Yugoslavia. Their purpose was to honor people’s resistance and suffering during WWII. Today those monuments can be found scattered all around the countries of former Yugoslavia. As a local tourist agency and huge urbex lovers and specialists, allow us to take you on this truly alternative and unique tour to visit a few of those masterpieces.

Discover Trakošćan Castle in the light -the first illuminated castle in Croatia! This romantic 13th-century fortress, once home to the noble Drašković family, is one of the most beautiful Croatian landmarks. TRAKOSCAN CASTLE is one of the most romantic and fairy tale-like sites you have ever seen, with a nearly 800-year history behind it. At night, it transforms into a luminous fairy tale that combines history and magical light. Legends come to life! Magnificent dragons, noble knights, horses and mystical creatures come to life in a magical light story that envelops Trakošćan Castle. Under thousands of lights, experience a blend of romance, hunting traditions and aristocratic splendor. Embark on an unforgettable journey through history and imagination that will delight both children and adults. The Krapina NEANDRETHAL MUSEUM is a museum affiliated to the Museums of Croatian Zagorje and its vision and mission statements have taken into account European values.

The Plitvice Lakes—a UNESCO World Heritage Site—shouldn’t be missed when visiting Croatia, but getting there is challenging without your own vehicle. On this full-day private tour from Zagreb, travel to the 16 famous lakes and back in a single day by chauffeured van, minibus, or sedan, depending on your group size. Entrance to Rastoke village is included; Plitvice Lakes entrance fee is not included.

A phenomenal day in nature outdoors, a beautiful winery that offers it all in one place, with an unforgettable view of the beauty of nature from the hill! The closest and smallest wine region to Zagreb is experiencing its great wine renaissance. The mountain slopes offer spectacular views of amphitheatrical vineyards crowned with picturesque villages and cottages. From there come the best sparkling wines of traditional style and fresh white and elegant red wines from classic and local varieties. Plešivica is characterized by the production of characteristic and fragrant amber wines. Ecology and sustainability are imperative for local winemakers. Some of the last artisan coopers work there, who defy industrial production with the skill of their hands and preserve a valuable collection of old cooperage tools. This popular excursion destination for Zagreb residents is a gastronomic oasis of traditional rustic cuisine, as well as fine dining restaurants crowned with stars and caps.

Visit the UNESCO-listed Plitvice Lakes National Park and riverside village of Rastoke on this full-day trip from Zagreb. Traveling in new air-conditioned minivan Mercedes Benz V Klass, stop in village Rastoke and heading to National Park Plitvice Lakes. Spending around 4 hours sightseeing tour, admiring the lakes and waterfalls by foot and boat. Before returning to your Hotel or Accomodation in Zagreb stop in local restaurant.

Immerse yourself in the UNESCO–listed scenery of Plitvice Lakes National Park—and make traveling there from Zagreb simple—on this full-day, private tour. Enjoy the undivided attention of your private guide as you set off, and customize the tour to suit your preferences. Choose to discover the picturesque watermill village of Rastoke, enjoy hiking around the Plitvice lakes (park admission own expense), or soak up the scenery on a boat cruise.

Make your one-way minivan transfer from Zagreb to Split even more scenic with tours of Rastoke and Plitvice Lakes National Park. The UNESCO World Heritage site, only a 1.5-hour drive from Zagreb, helps break up the drive. Experience the beauty of cascading waterfalls and lush surroundings with a guide on this private tour. With entrance fees provided, there’s no need to wait in line.