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Discover the historic Kruja Castle, one of Albania’s most iconic landmarks. Stroll through the old bazaar filled with handicrafts, and take in breathtaking views from the Sari Salltik viewpoint.

Highlights

• Visit Kruja Castle, Skanderbeg Museum,the Old Bazaar and the Ethnographic museum
• Visit the Kruja Castle, which houses the National Skanderbeg Museum
• Find beautiful souvenirs and handcrafts by local artists at the Old Bazaar
• Experience the vibrant coastal charm of Albania’s most stunning destinations

Description

In the morning, your tour guide will pick you up from Durrës or Golem and lead you on a scenic drive toward Mount Sari Salltik. Enjoy panoramic views along the mountain road as your guide shares fascinating insights about this holy site, an important place of pilgrimage in the Bektashi faith. Standing 1,176 meters above sea level, the cave shrine offers stunning vistas over the surrounding landscape. After the visit, continue to the historic city of Kruja, where your guided walking tour begins at the Old Bazaar—one of Albania’s oldest and largest traditional markets, brimming with local crafts and handmade souvenirs. The guide will share stories and explanations along the way, followed by free time to browse and shop. Next, enter the Kruja Castle, wandering through its centuries-old walls while learning about its legendary past. From the outside, the guide will introduce landmarks such as the Skanderbeg Museum, the Ethnographic Museum, the Turkish Bath, the Skanderbeg Olive, and the castle’s hidden entrance. Free Time / Lunch: After exploring, enjoy your free time to discover the bazaar, take photos, visit museums, or relax over lunch at your own pace. In the afternoon, return to Durrës or Golem.

Includes

Hotel or meeting point pick-up and drop-off English-speaking guide throughout the entire tour Air-conditioned transportation Castle entry fee

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund