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Kruja and Shkodra Day Trip from Tirana (Min 3 Pax)

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| Tirana, Albania
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9 to 10 hours (approx.)
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Overview

Kruja and Shkodra make a very good day tour if you want to understand the history of mysterious Albania. We have been closed for such a long time that we are ready to show the world our hidden gems, rich history, culture. religion and the respectful attitude of Albanians towards foreign travelers. You will visit centuries-old fortresses and walk around their ruins which tell legends and stories from different eras, will see stunning views from fortress' tops, and walk around the towns.

What's Included

  • Private transportation
  • Entrance ticket to Kruja Museums and Rozafa Fortress, Shkoder
  • Certified Guide
  • Everything else that is not mentioned at the Inclusion section.
  • Guide Gratuity
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Kruja Castle

Kruja fortress is best known in the fifteenth century when our national hero Gjergj Kastriot Skanderbeg had his headquarters in the years of resistance to the Ottoman conquest. It has an elliptical shape and a circumference of 804 m, occupies a surface of 2.5 ha of land, and is built on a rocky hill. Archaeological excavations of 1978 prove that the hill has been inhabited since the 3rd century BC while the fortress was built around V-VI century AD. Inside the fortress, we will visit the Skanderbeg & Ethnographic Museum and the Dollma Masjid.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Included

Pazari i Vjeter

We will go through the bazaar of Kruja, lying on both sides of a cobblestone road leading all the way to the fortress. The local calls it Derexhiku Bazaar. The bazaar has been functional since the Scanderbeg Times, on XV century when its shops were up to the entrance of the fortress. Nowadays you will find all the locals products, like wool hand made carpets, traditional clothes, tools, etc.
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1 hour 30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Rozafa Castle

The fortress of Shkodra has a stunning view over the Shkodra Lake, Buna, and Drini River meeting point and up to the Adriatic Sea. The fortress of Shkodra, named Rozafa, is a millennium monument erected on a rocky hill at the entrance of the city, south-east. It stands on a rocky hill 130 meters above sea level, surrounded by the Buna and Drin River, with an area of almost 9 hectares. We will walk around the 3 courts of the fortress built for the Army, Trade, and the Commander. There is an old magic legend that completes the visit.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Included

Shkoder

After the visit of Kruja, we will take the road to Shkodra laying on the shores of Shkodra Lake in North Albania. We will stroll the pedestrian streets of the city, with a strong Venetian influence on their architecture. Shkodra is called the bike town, due to locals main transportation mean used to be bikes during communism time.
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3 hours Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Not recommended for travelers with physical disabilities
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Kruja and Shkodra Day Trip from Tirana (Min 3 Pax)?

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).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. 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-207440P14

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Frequently Asked Questions (8)

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Kruja and Shkodra Day Trip from Tirana (Min 3 Pax)?
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).
  • This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • Private transportation.
  • Entrance ticket to Kruja Museums and Rozafa Fortress, Shkoder.
  • Certified Guide.
The following is NOT included:
  • Everything else that is not mentioned at the Inclusion section.
  • Guide Gratuity.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the weather cancellation policy?
A:

This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
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The minimum age to participate is 2. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..

Apr 2025
Q: My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
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If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.

If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
A:

Accessibility information for the Kruja and Shkodra Day Trip from Tirana (Min 3 Pax) is as follows:

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Not recommended for travelers with physical disabilities
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Apr 2025
Q: Where is the meeting point for this activity?
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Kruja and Shkodra Day Trip from Tirana (Min 3 Pax) will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

Mar 2024
Q: How long does a refund take to reach my card, and can I get it faster?
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Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.

Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.

If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.

Oct 2026

What's Included

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  • Private transportation
  • Entrance ticket to Kruja Museums and Rozafa Fortress, Shkoder
  • Certified Guide
  • Everything else that is not mentioned at the Inclusion section.
  • Guide Gratuity

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Not recommended for travelers with physical disabilities
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

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