Krka National Park Private Tour from Split with Lunch

Waterfalls, Lunch & Your Choice: A Private Day in Krka from Split

You're picked up from your Split hotel and driven to Krka National Park, where entry is included and you explore waterfalls and historic mills at your own pace with a private English-speaking guide. Lunch at a traditional local restaurant is part of the package. In the afternoon, choose between swimming and wine tasting in Skradin, or day trips to Šibenik, Primošten, or Trogir—your guide adjusts the itinerary to fit what you want to do.

Step-by-step itinerary

Explore Krka Park and nearby towns

• Visit Krka National Park trails
• Admire Skradinski Buk waterfall
• See historic water mills
• Enjoy panoramic park views
• Explore Skradin town streets
• Swim at Krka River beach
• Optional wine tasting in Skradin
• Visit Šibenik historic sights
• Relax and view Primošten coastline
• Stop at Lady of Loreto viewpoint
• Walk Trogir cobbled alleys
• See Cathedral of St. Lawrence
• Enjoy views from Kamerlengo Fortress
• Relax at Trogir waterfront promenade

The Experience

Your driver picks you up from your Split hotel and the drive to Krka National Park takes you inland, away from the coast and into the limestone hills where the river cuts through. Once you arrive, the park entrance fee is already paid—you walk straight in. The main draw is Skradinski Buk, the largest waterfall, but the park spreads across walking trails that loop past smaller cascades and old stone mills built into the riverbanks. You set the pace. Some people spend two hours here, others four. Your guide is English-speaking and knows the trails, the history of the mills, where the light hits the water best for photos.

Around midday you head to lunch at a traditional local restaurant—included in the price, not a rushed stop at a tourist spot. This is where the tour shifts from nature to food, and it matters because you're eating what people in Dalmatia actually eat, not a menu designed for visitors. After that, the afternoon opens up. Skradin, the riverside town at the park's edge, has a beach where the Krka meets the sea and a family winery if you want to taste local wine. Or you skip Skradin and head somewhere else entirely: Šibenik, with its medieval streets and UNESCO cathedral; Primošten, a stone peninsula town with a viewpoint overlooking vineyards and the Adriatic; or Trogir, another UNESCO site with a fortress and waterfront cafés. Your guide and driver adapt to what you want. This is what "fully customizable" means—not a fixed route with four stops, but a day that bends to your interests.

The vehicle is air-conditioned, the guide speaks English, and the whole thing is private—no group waiting for stragglers, no schedule that doesn't fit your pace. Wheelchair-accessible areas are available throughout the park and in the towns, and the transportation itself is wheelchair accessible. Families with infants can bring a pram or stroller; specialized infant seats are in the vehicle if you need one. By late afternoon you're back in Split, having seen one of Croatia's most photographed natural parks without the crowds that come with the standard group tour.

What’s included

• Private transportation from your Split hotel.
• English-speaking licensed tour guide.
• Krka National Park entrance fee.
• lunch at a traditional local restaurant.
• air-conditioned vehicle.
• flexible afternoon itinerary with options to visit Skradin, Šibenik, Primošten, or Trogir.

Good to know

Easy physical levelWheelchair accessibleAccessible transportStroller friendlyInfant seats availablePets welcomePublic transport nearby

Operated by Time Travel Split

Is this one for you?Book this if you want to see Krka's waterfalls and explore the region without arranging transport, park tickets, or deciding between towns on the fly—a private guide and included lunch mean you're not juggling logistics while trying to enjoy the day.

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Top questions

How long is the drive from Split to Krka National Park?

The drive is inland from Split into the Dalmatian hills. Exact duration depends on traffic and your hotel location, but plan for roughly 45 minutes to an hour each way.

Is the park entrance fee really included?

Yes. The Krka National Park entrance fee is included in the tour price, so you don't pay separately at the gate.

What is the main waterfall called?

Skradinski Buk is the largest and most visited waterfall in the park. It's the centerpiece of most visits.

Can I swim in Krka National Park?

Swimming is allowed in designated areas of the park. Your guide will point out where it's permitted.

What kind of lunch is included?

Lunch is at a traditional local restaurant serving Dalmatian cuisine. The meal is included in your tour price.

Can I visit more than one town in the afternoon?

The itinerary is flexible. Depending on how long you spend in the park and which towns you choose, you may visit one or two destinations in the afternoon. Your guide will help you plan what fits in the time available.

Is this tour wheelchair accessible?

Yes. The park has wheelchair-accessible areas and walking surfaces, the vehicle is wheelchair accessible, and the towns you can visit have accessible routes. Let your guide know your needs when you book.

Can I bring a baby or small child?

Yes. You can bring a pram or stroller, and specialized infant seats are available in the vehicle if needed.

What language does the guide speak?

The guide speaks English and is licensed to operate tours in the region.

Is wine tasting included?

Wine tasting is optional and available in Skradin at a family-run winery. It's not included in the base price, but your guide can arrange it if you're interested.