Kruja Tour: Explore Historic Old Bazaar

Explore Bovilla Lake and visit the historical city of Kruja on a day trip from Tirana. Discover the Old Bazaar, shop for unique souvenirs, and create lasting memories.

Duration: 9 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Lake Bovilla - This day trip is perfect for those who love a natural escape, but also want to explore the local culture and history of Albania.
What's Included
  • Tour guide services
  • Transportation included
What's Not Included
  • Lunch
Additional Information

Kruja, a city rich in history, stands as a testament to the Albanian resistance against the Ottoman Empire’s expansion in the 15th century. Nestled in the heart of Albania, Kruja sits atop a rugged mountainous landscape about 560 meters above sea level, hugging the slopes of Kruja Mountain.
The Old Bazaar: A stroll down the narrow lanes and past the…

Location
Lake Bovilla
Hida Rd
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Emmacf7832hh
Dec 5, 2024
Stunning views 🤩 - My friend and I had the most wonderful time, so glad I booked it, we were lucky to have such a fantastic guide, Gjenc, who went above and beyond and the views were just beautiful, thank you xx 😊
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Yanlok_t
Dec 2, 2024
100% - Gyenc was a phenomenal tour guide and driver. Our trip was perfect. The morning tea and lunch spots were exceptional and very very reasonably priced - Such great recommendations for traditional food. The price of the tour is a steal.
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Newton_d
Nov 18, 2024
Wonderful tour of this spectacular region - The experience was very pleasing. Lots of interesting places and aspects of these wonderful places were covered in depth. Tour guide was prompt, polite and informative. Would definitely recommend this tour if you happen to be in Tirana. Weather was perfect even in November.
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Yehonatan
Nov 17, 2024
Amazing Tour - Our tour guide was amazing and insightful! We learned so much about Albanian culture and saw so many amazing things. Thank you!
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Marina_j
Nov 15, 2024
What a great day! - We had a wonderful day in Bovilla and Kruja with our very knowledgeable guide Gjenc. The short hike to Bovilla Lake is quite steep, but Gjenc helped me to overcome my fear of heights to enjoy the magnificent view. He also took amazing pictures of us. We had lunch at a great stop with - once again - fantastic views and very delicious food as well. He is a safe driver and speaks very good english. We loved seeing and learning more about beautiful Albania from Gjenc and would recommend him and the tour to anyone.
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845amyn
Nov 9, 2024
Great trip - It was an amazing experience. Our tour guide was Gjenc, he was really nice and enthusiastic about his job. Gave us the history of Albania and made the trip more interesting. Thank you
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Docbins
Nov 1, 2024
Absolutely lovely day out. - Absolutely lovely day. Our guide Gjenk was brilliant .So caring and so funny.He explained everything at each step and took great care. The view from the platform at Bovilla was spectacular. The trek up was quite interesting and not too difficult at all. The town of Kruja was very quaint and the view from the panorama restaurant and the food was marvellous. Overall a brilliant day out from Tirana. Thanks Gjenk. Keep making tourists smile.
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Em
Oct 18, 2024
Wonderful day trip - Really great day full of wonderful sights. Tour guide knows his stuff and really added to the tour. I would highly recommend if you are staying in Tirana, for a glimpse of what the rest of Albania has to offer.
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592izabelak
Sep 30, 2024
Remarkable experiance - Whole trip was amazing! Well organised and well timed as wasnt too rushed or too slow.Gjenc our guide tour was really enthusiastic funny and knowledgeable! I learn a lot about Albania past and actual economy, history and many more. Lunch spot was great view,food and also great price. I usually travel by myself, I am not fun of organised trips but this tour was remarkable! I wouldnt be able to make it by myslef. Group of 7 - fantastic mix of random strangers to meet when traveling. Totally worth it, many thanks
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Lindsaymt9758dj
Oct 24, 2024
Not a good idea. Long unexpected wasteful lunch break - 1. A difficult trip to work or what you will do from the description 2. One hour late arriving after confirming the pick up 15 minutes before 3. Hours of driving in an uncomfortable small car on bad roads with bad traffic 4. Driver hit another car (not when we were in the car) 5. Unexpected rubbish. Let’s go to my special restaurant - 1 hour wasted - in the middle of nowhere 6. Prolonged walk through the bazaar of trinkets including explanations of unbuyable traditional items 7. Entry to museums at castle not included not timed for 8. I doubt any of the others are any better. 9. Probably much better ways to some a day out of Tirana
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