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Explore Lake Bovilla, one of Albania's hidden gems, on a guided trip from Tirana. Enjoy a hike to the top of the "Balcony of Bovilla". Explore the city of Kruje, including the castle and old bazaar.

Highlights

• Escape from the Capital City’s Vibrance & get into nature!
• Enjoy the hiking trail to “Balcony of Bovilla” on Gamti Mountain
• Breathtaking panoramic views and fresh air
• City and Castle Tour of Kruje
• Explore the 400-year old bazaar in Kruje!

Description

Lake Bovilla is one of the most amazing hidden gems in Albania. This reservoir provides most of the drinking water for the capital city of Albania- Tirana, and is located around 25 km from the city. If you look around, you will see the green peaks of the mountains that give the lake its astonishing view. You will see to the west the mountains of Gamti and Brari, as well as Dajti Mountain to the southeast. Lake Bovilla has nature that has been barely touched by human hands where there is plenty of wildlife roaming around, not to mention the breathtaking panoramic views it provides! A guided tour that starts with picking you up from your accommodation at 9:00 am and you will be driven by van to Bovilla Lake. Half of the drive will be asphalt, and the other half will be off road until we will get closer to the mountains where you will be serenaded with the views of the mountains. Upon arrival at Bovilla Lake, we will park and start our hike to the top of the mountain where the trail to the top begins. The hike is not too intensive and very enjoyable because the views get better with each step! It takes around 30 minutes to get to the top, but on our way we will have a break at Bovilla Restaurant for a bathroom break and enjoy the amazing view. After that we will head to a little more challenging short hike, up to the very top of “Bovilla Balcony” to enjoy the breathtaking view. You will have some time to take photos and to eat some food that you can bring with you (there is also the option to eat at Bovilla Restaurant and try some Albanian traditional cuisine). After enjoying the views from the top of Gamti Mountain, we will then make our way to the city of Kruje! The drive to Kruje will take less than an hour from Bovilla Lake. Once we arrive, you will be able to enjoy a guided tour of Kruje Castle, and the Skanderbeg Museum (6 Euro entrance fee to the museum). After touring the castle, you will have an opportunity to explore Albania's largest and oldest bazaar. You will also have the opportunity to have lunch in Kruje that overlooks the bazaar and castle. After the tour is complete, you will be driven back to your hotel in Tirana.

Includes

Hotel pickup and drop-off in Tirana Air-conditioned transportation Driver/guide Hiking tour City and Castle Tour of Kruje Entrance fee for hiking stairs in Bovilla

Important Information

• This tour will take place rain or shine. You will be climbing several hundred meters up a mountain. Please wear comfortable shoes.

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund