Free Cancelation
8-10 Hours
Minimum 1 person
Departure: Tirana
Entrance Fees not included
English or Italian

Tour Details

Kruja Castle, Old Bazaar and SariSalltik Day Trip. Hours: aprox 6 hrs.
Departure time suggested: 08,30
Return time aprox: 15.00

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.

Departure & Return Location

Tirana

Departure Time

08.30

Price Includes

Pick up drop off from Hotel Opera
Tour Guide
All transportation

Price Excludes

Lunch
Any Private Expenses
Gratuities for the Driver/Guide

Complementaries

Entrance Fees

Kruje - Shkoder Day Trip from Tirana - Tour highlights

Visit the Museum of our national hero Skanderbeg
Enjoy the magnificent view from the mountain of Kruja
Walk on the main street in old Bazaar in Kruja
Enjoy a traditional lunch

Itinerary

Day 1Tirana - Kruje - Shkoder

Stop at: Sari Salltik

Free admission

In the morning, the tour guide will pick you up from Tirana and start the journey towards Mount Sari Salltik. Enjoy the guide’s insights and a scenic ride along a panoramic mountain road to visit this holy site, which holds great significance in the Bektashi faith. Perched at 1,176 meters above sea level, the cave shrine offers breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape.

2 hours

Stop at: Pazari i Vjeter

Free admission

After visiting Sari Salltik, continue to the historic city of Kruja, where the guided walking tour begins at the Old Bazaar—one of the oldest and largest in Albania, filled with traditional souvenirs and handicrafts. The guide will provide explanations during the walk, while free time for shopping will be available later.

30 minutes

Stop at: Kruja Castle

Admission ticket included

Next, proceed inside the Kruja Castle, strolling through its ancient walls and learning about its history. From the outside, the guide will introduce you to the Skanderbeg Museum, dedicated to Albania’s national hero, as well as the Ethnographic Museum, the Turkish Bath, the Skanderbeg Olive, and the castle’s secret entrance.

1 hour

Stop at: Kruje

Free admission

Free Time / Lunch After soaking in the culture and history, enjoy your free time to explore the Old Bazaar, take photos, visit the museums, or have lunch at your own pace. IMPORTANT: During off season November- May most of the museums may be closed on Monday.

1 hour 30 minutes