Explore the historic Kruja Castle, one of Albania's most significant landmarks. Discover the country's largest bazaar and browse local handicrafts, and enjoy the Sari Salltik mountain viewpoint.

About this activity

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Duration 8 - 9 hours: Check availability to see starting times
Live tour guide: English

Highlighted reviews from other travelers

Stephen – United Kingdom

extremely good day out, your guide was knowledgeable and communication was excellent throughout definitely an easy way to see some wonderful parts of Albania

Winny – Netherlands

Bled is an amazing guide who shared a lot of interesting facts about Albania already during the bus drive towards the mountain. He has a deep knowledge of his country and speaks with great passion, especially when telling the story of Skanderbeg in the castle. He communicates clearly, and thanks to his enthusiasm, everything was easy to follow. On top of the mountain, there are toilet facilities available, which is especially convenient for those with weaker bladders.

Itinerary

Starting/pickup location
Depends on the selected option
Van
(75 minutes)
Sari Salltik
Visit, Guided tour, Sightseeing (30 minutes)
Old Bazaar of KrujaVan
(15 minutes)
Old Bazaar of Kruja
Visit, Guided tour (20 minutes)
Skanderbeg Museum
Visit, Guided tour (1.5 hours)
Krujë Castle
Visit, Guided tour (30 minutes)
Krujë
Break time, Lunch, Shopping (1.5 hours)
Van
(75 minutes)
8 drop-off locations:
Linja 11. Porcelan - Stacioni " " Drejtimi ->Thesari, Rruga e Durrësit 5, Il Cammino, Tirana, Kisha Katolike, Bulevardi Zogu I, Trilema, Proper Pizza "Stadiumi Dinamo"

Main stop

Other stop

For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.

Highlights

Hear about the glorious history of Skanderbeg, the national hero of Albania
Visit Kruja Castle, Skanderbeg Museum,the Old Bazaar and the Ethnographic museum
Find beautiful souvenirs and handcrafts by local artists at the Old Bazaar
Enjoy breathtaking views of the Albanian coastline from the SariSalltik Mountain
Experience the vibrant coastal charm of one of Albania’s most stunning destinations

Full description

Join a guided tour of Kruja city to explore all its iconic attractions. Visit Kruja Castle, Skanderbeg’s Museum, the Old Bazaar, and Sari Salltik mountain.

We will pick you up from the hotel and start the tour by driving towards Sari Salltik. Enjoy a scenic ride up a panoramic mountain road to visit this holy site, which holds significance in the Bektashi religion. Perched at 1176 meters above sea level, the cave shrine offers breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape.

After visiting Sari Salltik, we continue to Kruja city, where we begin our next visit with a guided walking tour inside the Castle of Kruja. The castle houses Skanderbeg’s Museum, dedicated to the legendary Albanian resistance against the Ottomans, led by national hero Skanderbeg in the 15th century.

See a replica of Skanderbeg’s helmet and sword in the main hall, along with the flags and crests of noble families who supported him. The guide will provide fascinating historical insights about this significant period.

Next, you have the option to visit the Ethnographic Museum, located in a beautifully preserved Ottoman-era house. This museum offers an authentic glimpse into the lifestyle, traditions, and crafts of the region from centuries past.

FREE TIME/LUNCH: After soaking in the culture and history, enjoy 1 hour 45 minutes of free time to explore the Old Bazaar, take photos and enjoy the lunch.

After the visit to the bazaar, we will return to Tirana.

Afterward, head back to Tirana.
NOTE: During the visit to the Sari Salltik cave, it is possible (though rare) to encounter local religious rituals involving animal sacrifices; if this is a concern, please inform your tour guide in advance.

Includes

Hotel or meeting point pick-up and drop-off (depending on the selected option)
Airport pickup and drop-off at a scheduled time
English-speaking guide throughout the entire tour
Air-conditioned transportation
Guided tour inside the Castle and Skanderbeg Museum (in English)
Castle entry ticket
Skanderbeg Museum ticket

Food
Ethnographic Museum ticket (6 EUR) - Audio guide available inside the Ethnographic Museum (in English, Italian or French)

Not suitable for

Wheelchair users
People with recent surgeries

Meeting point

Meeting point may vary depending on the option booked.

Important information

What to bring

Passport or ID card
Sun hat
Water

Not allowed

Smoking in the vehicle
Alcoholic drinks in the vehicle

Know before you go

PICK UP: If you select the hotel pick-up option, please note that in some cases, you may be kindly asked to walk a short distance (1–5 minutes) to a nearby main street. This is usually due to certain hotels being located on narrow streets where our buses cannot easily access
IMPORTANT: You’ll receive the final tour details via email and WhatsApp the night before the tour, between 22:30 and midnight. Pick-up times may slightly change depending on the schedule, so it’s very important to check our message. If you’re asleep when we send the info, just check it in the morning to confirm your pick-up time.
MOBILE DATA ROAMING: On the tour day, all communication will be via WhatsApp, so please make sure your phone number is linked to WhatsApp and you have mobile data/roaming enabled.
TIA AIRPORT: Airport pickup and drop-off at a scheduled time
FITNESS LEVEL: Participants should have a basic level of fitness to comfortably complete the tour.

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