From Tirana: Bovilla Lake, Gamti Mountain and Kruja Day Tour

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Explore Bavilla Lake, hike up Gamti Mountain, visit the key landmarks of Kruja including the castle, and shop in the Old Bazaar on a day trip from Tirana or Durres, with hotel transfers included.

Highlights

  • Witness the tranquil waters of Bovilla Lake shimmering under the sun
  • Hike up the Gamti Mountain as a panoramic vista unfolds before you
  • Visit the Kruja Castle, which houses the National Skanderbeg Museum
  • See a copy of the helmet and the sword of Skanderbeg in the main hall
  • Explore the Old Bazaar and buy souvenirs, including local handicrafts

Description

Embark on a full-day guided tour of Lake Bovilla and Gamti Mountain from Tirana or Durres. Begin your journey with a hotel pickup, setting off towards Bovilla Lake. After a one-hour drive, arrive in Bovilla Lake and Gamti Mountain. After spending three hours in the lap of nature, continue your journey to Kruja Castle, home to the Skanderbeg Museum. Learn how this fortress stood as the heart of the Albanian resistance against the Ottomans, under the leadership of national hero Skanderbeg in the 15th century. Marvel at replicas of Skanderbeg's helmet and sword in the main hall, as well as the banners and insignias of influential families who supported the heroic cause, all while your guide regales you with tales of the past. Following this enriching historical exploration, venture into the vibrant ambiance of the Old Bazaar to peruse contemporary arts and crafts, perhaps snagging some intricate local souvenirs.

Includes

Hotel pickup and drop-off Transportation by minibus Tour guide/driver Entrance to Gamti Mountain stairs Visit to Bovilla Lake Entrance to Kruja Castle and Skanderbeg’s Museum Visit to the Old Bazaar

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