The 7 Best Kruja Castle & Bazaar Trips from Tirana

1.Kruja castle, the old Bazaar & Sarisalltik- Departure from Tirana

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 592 reviews · 7 to 8 hours (approx.) · from $24Our pick

Review of Smart Tour Albania’s Kruja day trip from Tirana, with Sari Salltik mountain views, castle history, bazaar shopping, and practical tips.

“This tour is amazing: Ervin is a great guide, he gives a lot of cultural and historical information during the tour, he also sends information in the what’s app chat about local restaurants in Kruja and about things to do and see in Tirana. Ervin is very kind and careful to the people’ s need. The tour is well organised, they send the location and time details by what’s app the night before. In the morning you receive the live location. First we went to the top of the mountain where you have an amazing view, I skipped the cave because I have some mobility issues. Then we went to…”

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2.Hiking to Gamti, Bovilla Lake and Kruja Day Trip from Tirana

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 107 reviews · 8 to 9 hours (approx.) · from $43

Hike to Bovilla Lake, explore Kruja Castle and its old bazaar, and enjoy Albanian food and history on an affordable day trip from Tirana.

“I had such a great experience! Gjenc was an excellent tour guide and driver. He answered all my questions about Albanian culture and the places we visited. Bovilla Lake and the surrounding mountains were stunning, and Kruja is a beautiful town well worth visiting.”

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3.Private Bovilla Lake and Kruja City Day Tour from Tirana

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 34 reviews · 6 to 7 hours (approx.) · from $105

See turquoise Bovilla Lake, hike Mount Gamti, explore Kruja Bazaar and Castle, and reach Sari Salltik on a private day tour from Tirana.

“We had a great day with Henri. He was very flexible and adapting the tour based on what we were most interested in (e.g. whether we drove or walked up the mountain, and whether we wanted a guided tour of Kruje or a bit of freedom). After picking us up from our apartment at a time of our choice, we started the drive, and Henri told us about Tirana. We saw the amazing view at Bovilla Lake and we had plenty of time to explore the summit and take in the views over a coffee. Then we went to Kruje where we also had time to explore. Everything was booked…”

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4.Kruja & Durres; Semi – Private Day Tour from Tirana

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 33 reviews · 7 to 8 hours (approx.) · from $149

Review of the Kruja and Durres day tour from Tirana, with castle views, an old bazaar, Roman ruins, seaside time, and practical booking tips.

“Ardit provided me with an exceptional experience during my tour to Kruja and Durres. From the on time pick up at my hotel to the thoughtful recommendations for the top sites to visit in Tirana plus restaurant and neighborhood recommendations. Kruja castle complex and the museum were a highlight. Ardit spoke about the history and key events in the area prior to entering the museum and lead me through the museum pointing out areas and artifacts that complemented our discussion as well as answering all of my questions. Durrës is beautiful! We visited the archaeological sites there and then had a lovely walk along the sea. Truly a wonderful day…”

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5.Kruja, Old Bazaar, Museum,Sari Saltik tour from Tirana

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 33 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $24

Visit Kruja Castle, its old bazaar, and Sari Salltik from Tirana on an affordable guided day trip with mountain and Adriatic views.

“Nice trip with good guide Vasil. Minus much less time than described in the brochure. 2h on site in Kruje for everything and 2.30pm already departure back Tirana. So at least 1h30 too little as promisedAuto-translated”

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6.Kruja Castle ,Sari Salltik & Durrës fromTirana

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 30 reviews · 8 to 9 hours (approx.) · from $84

Review of a full-day Albania tour from Tirana to Kruja and Durrës, with castle history, mountain views, Roman ruins, and Adriatic seafood.

“Adi was an amazing host. Very patient & very knowledgeable about the area & history. Adi also recommended the best restaurants & food during this day tour.”

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7.Guided Tour to Kruja, Holy Mountain & Old Bazaar from Durres

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 29 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $70

Explore Kruja from Durres with mountain views, Skanderbeg history, an old bazaar, local food, and convenient hotel pickup.

“Very passionate guide. Certainly worth a trip to Kruje if you're in Durres and fancy a half-day away from the beach!”

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