Kruja: The Fortress of Skanderbeg

Price: 220 € (7–14 person) and 270 € (15–18 person) | Duration: 7.5 Hours

Step into Albania’s storied past with a half-day journey to Kruja, the proud home of national hero Gjergj Kastrioti Skanderbeg. From the medieval castle walls to the cobbled alleys of the Old Bazaar, this tour offers a captivating glimpse into the country’s resilience, culture, and tradition.

First: Kruja Castle & the Legacy of Skanderbeg

Start your visit at Kruja Castle, a hilltop fortress that once stood against the Ottoman Empire. Highlights include:

• A guided visit to the Skanderbeg National Museum, chronicling the hero’s legendary defense of Albania

• A tour of the Ethnographic Museum, housed in a beautifully preserved Ottoman-era home

Next: The Charm of the Old Bazaar

Step into a timeless marketplace where craftsmanship lives on:

• Stroll through rows of artisan shops filled with antiques, carpets, silver, and traditional souvenirs

• Enjoy free time for shopping, exploring, or taking postcard-worthy photos

Then: A Coffee with a View

Unwind at a café overlooking the sweeping landscapes below. It’s the perfect moment to relax and reflect on Kruja’s historic atmosphere.

What’s Included

✔️ Comfortable round-trip transport by minibus

✔️ Professional, knowledgeable guide throughout the tour

Not Included

✘ Meals and drinks

✘ Personal expenses

Tour Schedule

09:00 – Pick-up from your hotel

• Meet your guide and group

• Scenic drive to Kruja with cultural insights along the way

10:00 – Explore Kruja Castle

• Guided visit to the Skanderbeg Museum and Ethnographic Museum

11:30 – Stroll the Old Bazaar

• Free time for browsing, shopping, and photography

12:30 – Leisure Break at a Panoramic Café

• Relax and enjoy local refreshments (not included)

14:30 – Return journey

• Comfortable drive back to your hotel

15:30 – Drop-off at your hotel