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• Activity provider: Trip Albania
From Tirana, Durres to Kruja Castle, Old Bazaar & Sari Salltik Tour
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Activity provider: Trip Albania
Step into Albania’s history and culture with a captivating visit to Kruja, the city of national pride. Explore the legendary Kruja Castle, once the stronghold of national hero Gjergj Kastrioti Skanderbeg, and walk through its centuries-old walls filled with stories of resistance and resilience. Wander through the vibrant Old Bazaar — the largest traditional market in the country — where cobblestone streets are lined with shops offering handcrafted rugs, silverware, woodwork, and local souvenirs. End your journey with a panoramic view from the mystical Sari Salltik mountain, a breathtaking spot that offers stunning vistas of Kruja, the surrounding landscapes, and even the Adriatic Sea on clear days.
Hotel or meeting point pick-up and drop-off
English-speaking guide throughout the entire tour
Air-conditioned transportation
Guided tour inside the Castle and Skanderbeg Museum (in English)
Castle entry ticket
Skanderbeg Museum ticket
Food or drinks
Ethnographic Museum ticket (6 EUR) - Audio guide available inside the Ethnographic Museum (in English, Italian or French)
Start at 09:00:00
Duration: 8 - 9 hours
We will pick you up from your hotel and begin the tour by driving to Sari Salltik. Enjoy a scenic drive on a panoramic mountain road to visit this sacred site, which holds significance in the Bektashi religion. Situated at 1176 meters above sea level, the cave shrine offers breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape.
After visiting Sari Salltik, we continue to the city of Kruja, where we begin our next visit with a guided walking tour inside the Kruja Castle. The castle houses the Skanderbeg Museum, dedicated to the legendary Albanian resistance against the Ottomans, led by the national hero Skanderbeg in the 15th century.
See a replica of Skanderbeg’s helmet and sword in the main hall, along with flags and coats of arms of the noble families who supported him. Your guide will provide interesting historical insights about this important period.
Afterwards, you have the opportunity to visit the Ethnographic Museum, housed in a beautifully preserved Ottoman-era house. This museum offers an authentic glimpse into the lifestyle, traditions, and crafts of the region from centuries past.
FREE TIME/LUNCH: After learning about the culture and history, enjoy 1 hour and 45 minutes of free time to explore the Old Bazaar, take photos, and enjoy lunch.
After visiting the bazaar, we will return to Tirana & Durres.
Afterwards, we will return to Tirana.
NOTE: While visiting the Sari Salltik Cave, it is possible (although rare) to encounter local religious rituals involving animal sacrifices; if this is a concern, please inform your tour guide in advance.
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