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Explore Shkodra City on a guided tour from Tirana. Visit Rozafa Castle, stroll through Gjuhadol, see the Mesi Bridge, and enjoy a traditional lunch by Shkodra Lake.

Highlights

• Discover the cultural capital of North Albania, Shkodra City.
• Explore the ancient Rozafa Castle and learn about its history.
• Stroll through the charming streets of Gjuhadol in Shkodra.
• Visit the iconic Mesi Bridge, a well-preserved Ottoman bridge.
• Enjoy a traditional lunch by the scenic Shkodra Lake.

Description

Begin with a pickup from your accommodation in Tirana and head to Shkodra City, the cultural capital of North Albania. First, visit the Castle of Rozafa, where the 2,000-year-old history of the city is hidden in the walls. Wander through ancient stone walls where Illyrians, Romans, Venetians, and Ottomans once stood. Be captivated by the legend of Rozafa, a tale of sacrifice and strength that still echoes through the castle's stones. Take in panoramic vistas of Lake Shkodra, the Drin and Buna rivers, and the Albanian Alps beyond. Next, head to the center of Shkodra city, Gjuhadol. Step into the soul of Shkodër, once home to diplomats and poets. Today, Gjuhadol is the city’s cultural heart, a lively pedestrian zone lined with cozy guesthouses, jazz bars, flower stalls, and artisan shops. Enjoy 1 hour of free time to wander on your own and explore the charming and artistic center. After your free time in Shkoder, take a short drive to visit one of the most iconic bridges of Albania, Mesi Bridge. This Ottoman bridge has stood for 250 years and is renowned for its architecture, featuring 13 stone arches. It remains one of the best-preserved Ottoman bridges in Albania. Finally, enjoy a traditional lunch at a cozy restaurant by Lake Shkodra before heading back to Tirana.

Includes

Pickup from accommodation Transport to Shkodra City Guided tour of Rozafa Castle Free time in Gjuhadol Visit to Mesi Bridge Visit Shkodra Lake Return transport to Tirana

Important Information

• The tour starts from Tirana at 8 AM. Pick up times are from 07:00 AM - 07:45 AM. The journey to Shkodra City takes 1.5 - 2 hours Guided tour of Rozafa Castle is 1 hour. Free time in Gjuhadol is 1 hour. Mesi Bridge visit is 15-25 minutes. Lunch + Lake visit is 1.5 hours.

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund