Tour from Zagreb
Trakošćan Castle & Varaždin
The fairytale Trakošćan Castle above its lake and baroque Varaždin — the finest day out in Hrvatsko Zagorje.
Plan of the day
Itinerary
Times are indicative — we adjust them to your pace and wishes.
- 09:00
Pickup at your address
Departure from Zagreb towards Hrvatsko Zagorje — rolling hills and vineyards.
- 10:30
Trakošćan Castle & lake
Croatia's most famous castle above its lake — castle interiors, park and a lakeside walk.
- 13:00
Lunch at a Zagorje cottage
Zagorje štrukli, turkey with mlinci and local wines (not included, optional).
- 15:00
Baroque Varaždin
A walk through the baroque old town, the Old Town castle and the famous cemetery — the 'little Vienna' of northern Croatia.
- 17:00
Return to Zagreb
An optional stop on the Zagorje wine road with a tasting (no extra charge for the route).
- Trakošćan Castle & its lake
- Baroque old town of Varaždin
- Zagorje wine road
Good to know
Frequently asked questions
Is Trakošćan Castle admission included?
Admission is not included — tickets (about €7 per person) are paid at the entrance, and we book your visiting slot.
Can a wine tasting be included?
Yes — we work with family wineries in Zagorje; a tasting of 4–6 wines can be arranged on request.
How long is the drive to Trakošćan?
About 1 hour 15 minutes from Zagreb — a pleasant drive via motorway and Zagorje country roads.
Ready to book?
Send a request with your date and group size — we usually confirm within 30 minutes.
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