Kruja Historic Town Tour from Durres

Highlights

• Explore Kruja Castle and learn about Albania's medieval history
• Visit the Skanderbeg Museum and the National Ethnographic Museum
• Stroll through the historic old bazaar
• Visit the Cave of Sari Salltik on the holy mountain
• Enjoy a traditional Albanian lunch and sample Tave Dheu

Description

Begin your day with a pickup from your hotel in Durres and set off on a scenic 50-minute drive to Kruja, a historic Albanian town perched on the side of a mountain. Originally inhabited by the Illyrian tribe, Kruja served as the capital of the first Albanian state in the Middle Ages, the Principality of Arber, before becoming the capital of the Kingdom of Albania. The town is also famous for being recaptured by Albanian national hero Skanderbeg from the Ottomans in 1443. Upon arrival, explore Kruja Castle and visit the Skanderbeg Museum, dedicated to Albania's greatest hero. Discover the National Ethnographic Museum and stroll through the charming old bazaar. Continue to the Watchtower and visit the Cave of Sari Salltik, located at the top of the holy mountain, offering breathtaking panoramic views. Enjoy a traditional Albanian lunch and sample 'Tave Dheu', one of Albania's most beloved national dishes. After a day full of history and culture, relax on the journey back to your hotel in Durres.

Includes

Transport in specialist tour vehicles Hotel pickup and drop-off from Durres Entrance fee to the Skanderbeg Museum Traditional Albanian lunch Walking tour of Kruja

Excludes

Professional licensed tour guide Personal expenses Travel insurance

Important Information

• The tour departs at 09:00 and lasts approximately 6 hours. The tour is based on a minimum of 2 persons.

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund