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Kruja & Durres; Semi - Private Day Tour from Tirana

31 Reviews 4.94 out of 5 stars Based on 31 traveler reviews collected by Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor | Recommended by 97% of reviewers | Tirana, Albania
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7 to 8 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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Offered in: English
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Overview

This small group tour of Kruja and Durres offers a chance to visit the cradle of Albanian resistance and the ancient town of Durres.

What's Included

  • Private transportation
  • Personal spending, Tourist taxes, Road taxes
  • Entry tickets for the ‘’will be visited’’ sites
  • Lunch, Drinks & Snacks
  • Souvenirs, Personal spending
  • Everything that is not mentioned in the included
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Meeting and Pickup

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The tour departs from Choose Balkans office at Rr. Reshit Çollaku. On request (at least 12 hours before tour departure) we can pick you up at your hotel in Tirana free of charge..

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This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

What To Expect

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Tirana

Step back in time by visiting the historical towns of Kruja. Our tour leader will come and pick you up at your hotel in Tirana in the morning
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Kruje

Kruja, a historical city symbol of the Albanian resistance against the expansion of the Ottoman Empire during the XV-th century. Kruja is situated in central Albania on a rocky mountainous terrain about 560 meters above sea level, on the slopes of Sarisalltik Mountain.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Free

Kruja Bazaar

Walking through the narrow streets and the wooden houses of Kruja’s Medieval Old Bazaar (one of the biggest and oldest in Balkans) gives you a sense of a passage through the history. This is the best place to shop for souvenir in Albania, from typical to more unique and handmade souvenirs such as carpets, jewelleries etc.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Free

Kruja Castle

The castle of Kruja (built during the 5th century A.D.) is strategically placed on the top of a rocky hill, making it difficult for the enemies to attack. The tour leader will take you through some hidden paths, used by the locals to leave the castle without being noticed during periods when the enemies surrounded the castle.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Included

Durres

After wondering through the history of Kruja, we will drive towards the ancient town of Durres. During our visit we will pass by the amphitheater, the Roman ruins and the Venetian Tower. We will continue our tour towards the promenade by the seaside “Vollga”. Have a coffee while enjoining the view of the endless sea and soak up the sunshine. Not to be missed when visiting Durres is the traditional ice cream.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Free

Tirana

After this amazing experience through history, culture and amazing views we will drive back to Tirana.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • * Tips are not a must in Albania or the Balkans, however, our recommendation is to tip the tour leader/driver as an international practice to tip good service.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Kruja & Durres; Semi – Private Day Tour from Tirana?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-10132P21

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What's Included

Activity name

  • Private transportation
  • Personal spending, Tourist taxes, Road taxes
  • Entry tickets for the ‘’will be visited’’ sites
  • Professional tour leader
  • Hotel pick up and Hotel drop off in Tirana
  • Lunch, Drinks & Snacks
  • Souvenirs, Personal spending
  • Everything that is not mentioned in the included

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • * Tips are not a must in Albania or the Balkans, however, our recommendation is to tip the tour leader/driver as an international practice to tip good service.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers

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