• Kruja Castle - The tour starts at 09.00 a.m from your hotel in Tirana. It will take just 1 hour to reach Kruja, a city located on the mountain of
  Skanderbeg Mountain Chain. Its fortress, under the leadership of our national hero Gjergj Kastrioti - Scanderbeg, has protected for 25 years the Ottoman army and three sultans. He was considered from the Pope as an Athleta Cristi because he had halted the westward expansion of the Ottoman Empire.
  Visit of the Castle, of the panoramic view and landscape, and imagine how did they fight with the ottomans for 25 years protecting their castle and city.

• Guide person
• Hotel Pick-up and drop off
• Entrance fee at the Castle
• Entrance fee at the Ethnographic Museum
• Private transportation
• Entrance fee at the Historic Museum
• Artisan working - class fee

• Food & Drinks
• Gratuities

If you want to delve into the rich history, culture, and traditions of Albania, this day-tour is ideal for you. Kruja is the host to the museum of Skanderbeg, our national hero, located within his castle. It’s the perfect place in Albania to immerse oneself in the remarkable life of our national hero, Gjergj Kastrioti Skanderbeg, and the vivid history of Albania.

The tour continues with a visit to the Ethnographic Museum, set in an old Persian style home, once the residence of Kapllan Pashe Toptani. Here, you’ll gain insights into the lifestyle, customs, and traditions of ancient Albanians.

You’ll further explore these traditions, particularly in the context of their artisanal creations, during your visit to the Old Bazaar. Here, you’ll see the traditional methods still in use by artisans, identify masterpieces in the diverse workshops and witness the everyday life of an artisan. During this visit, the hands-on craft production class will allow you to dive into local life and experience our art and craft in a unique way.

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