Embark on a unique day tour from Tirana to Kruja Castle and Durres City. Discover the historical and cultural riches, indulge in delicious local cuisine, and experience the warm hospitality of the locals. Explore the stunning Albanian mountains, hills, fields, and sea in just one day!
Embark on a unique day tour from Tirana to Kruja Castle and Durres City. Discover the historical and cultural riches, indulge in delicious local cuisine, and experience the warm hospitality of the locals. Explore the stunning Albanian mountains, hills, fields, and sea in just one day!
- Kruja Castle - The tour begins at the hotel at the scheduled time, where you’ll meet your guide. We will then drive to the city of Kruja (1h 30m).
- The first stop is Kruja Castle and the Skenderbeg Museum. Here, you’ll learn about the history of the Albanian people and their 15th-century resistance, led by national hero Skenderbeg, against the…
- Kruja Castle - The tour begins at the hotel at the scheduled time, where you’ll meet your guide. We will then drive to the city of Kruja (1h 30m).
- The first stop is Kruja Castle and the Skenderbeg Museum. Here, you’ll learn about the history of the Albanian people and their 15th-century resistance, led by national hero Skenderbeg, against the Ottoman Empire. Inside the castle, you can explore the old road and the castle houses, and take photos of the mountain and the city of Kruja.
- Next, you’ll visit the old Bazaar of Kruja. This bazaar is one of the oldest in Albania, with its original marketplace dating back over 400 years. The Ottoman-style bazaar stretches throughout the area.
- Durres - 3. The tour continues to the city of Durres, one of the oldest cities (founded in 627 B.C.). You’ll visit the amphitheater, built at the beginning of the 2nd century, the Old Byzantine Market, and the Venetian Tower. Later, you can enjoy a seafood lunch by the sea at one of the best restaurants in Durres (optional). After lunch, you can walk along the seashore promenade and have the opportunity to swim in the Adriatic Sea (optional).
- Byzantine Forum (Macellum) - Next, you’ll visit the Byzantine Forum, located in the center of Durres, as it was in the ancient city of Dyrrhachium or Dyrrah. It occupied a central position among other large public and religious constructions of the Byzantine period, built at the end of the 6th century during the reign of Roman Emperor Anastasios (481-518). Following this, you’ll walk along a street with Italian-style buildings from the time of King Zog. Afterward, you’ll return to your hotel in Tirana (1 hour).
- Durres Castle - Durres Castle is a 5th-century citadel founded by the supreme ruler of Byzantium, Anastasius.
- City Tour of Kruja and Durres
- Entrance ticket to the National Museum of Gjergj Kastrioti (Scanderbeg)
- Professional English, Italian, Spanish, and German speaking guide
- Transport with car, minivan, or brand new electric car
- City Tour of Kruja and Durres
- Entrance ticket to the National Museum of Gjergj Kastrioti (Scanderbeg)
- Professional English, Italian, Spanish, and German speaking guide
- Transport with car, minivan, or brand new electric car
This tour is unique because the castles of Kruja and Durres City are unique, not only for their historical and cultural values but also these Cities are very old and you will find unique assets there . These places are accessible to all visitors because they are close to large inhabited centers such as Tirana, Durres. * The food you will find in…
This tour is unique because the castles of Kruja and Durres City are unique, not only for their historical and cultural values but also these Cities are very old and you will find unique assets there . These places are accessible to all visitors because they are close to large inhabited centers such as Tirana, Durres. The food you will find in these restaurants is wonderful and fresh The hospitality of the people of these areas is fantastic * You will enjoy within a day the beauties of the Albanian mountains, hills, fields and sea . In Durres, you will have the opportunity to swim in the Adriatic Sea during your free time (optionally)
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.