Kruja, Old Bazaar, Skanderbeg Museum,Sari Saltik tour from Tirana

Name: Kruja, Old Bazaar, Skanderbeg Museum,Sari Saltik tour from Tirana
Price: 20 EUR
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Overview

Available languages

German

English

Italian

French

Spanish

8 hours

Mobile ticket

Your day begins with a comfortable pickup from your accommodation in Tirana by a professional guide and driver. Travel in an air-conditioned vehicle through scenic countryside to Kruja, about 60-90 minutes away, depending on traffic. Explore Kruja Castle, offering panoramic views and housing the Skanderbeg Museum (entry NOT included 5 euros, 45 mins), which highlights Albania's medieval history and resistance against the Ottoman Empire. Optionally visit the ethnographic museum (entry not included) for insights into Albanian heritage. Enjoy 90 minutes of free time to explore, shop, or dine. Then, travel to Mount Kruja to visit the Sari Salltik Shrine, where you can admire stunning views and learn about Albania’s sacred sites. Return to Tirana by 5:00-6:00 PM, with the option of airport drop-off for flights after 9:00 PM.

Note: Museum visits may change on Mondays (seasonal closures). Weather conditions may restrict access to the shrine

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Public transportation options are available nearby

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

Not recommended for pregnant travelers

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What To Expect

Kruja Castle

Your day begins with a comfortable pickup from your accommodation in Tirana by a professional guide and driver. Travel in an air-conditioned vehicle through scenic countryside to Kruja, about 60-90 minutes away, depending on traffic until you reach the town of Kruja.Arrive at the parking and start the walk towards the casstle of Kruja( approximately 15 minutes with a moderate level ascent). Here the guide will explain the ruins of the castle as you will be transported 5 centuries back in time. Discover the iconic Kruja Castle, perched on a hill with panoramic views of the Adriatic coast and surrounding valleys. The castle served as the headquarters of the Albanian national hero, Gjergj Kastrioti Skanderbeg, during his resistance against the Ottoman Empire

2 hours • Admission Included

Kruja Bazaar

In all our tours we believe that free time is essential to allow our customers to explore on their own or just have enough time to enjoy a traditional Albanian lunch, stroll the bazaar or just take more pictures of the landscape. You will be given 110 minutes of free time in Kruja.

2 hours 30 minutes • Admission Included

What‘s Included

Entry to the castle

Bottled water

Bazaar

Entry to the Sari Salltik shrine

Air-conditioned vehicle

Licensed tour guide

Lunch

Anything not mentioned in the "what's included" part

Optional ticket to Skanderbeg museum

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