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From Tirana: Private Kruje Full-Day Trip, Private Guide/Car
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Kruje
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Service animals allowed
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Kruje is one of the most famous cities in Albania, because it was the home of the National Hero Skanderbeg. You will visit the Castle of Kruje, which has an amazing panoramic view. And you will enter the Skanderbeg Museum and learn how the National hero was able to fight against the Ottoman Empire. Furthermore, you will see the Ethnographic Museum, which shows a traditional Albanian house. Then, you have the chance to shop for some souvenirs and handicrafts at the Old Bazaar Market. And finally, we will hike up Mount Sarisalltik for the most breath-taking views and perhaps a transforming experience... Hotel pick-up in Tirana, transportation and all entrance fees are included.
Highlights
8 hours
Offered in English & Dutch
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
8 hours
Offered in English & Dutch
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Bottled water
Air-conditioned vehicle
Gratuities
Lunch
From Tirana: Private Kruje Full-Day Trip, Private Guide/Car
(3) Reviews
Kruje
About
Kruje is one of the most famous cities in Albania, because it was the home of the National Hero Skanderbeg. You will visit the Castle of Kruje, which has an amazing panoramic view. And you will enter the Skanderbeg Museum and learn how the National hero was able to fight against the Ottoman Empire. Furthermore, you will see the Ethnographic Museum, which shows a traditional Albanian house. Then, you have the chance to shop for some souvenirs and handicrafts at the Old Bazaar Market. And finally, we will hike up Mount Sarisalltik for the most breath-taking views and perhaps a transforming experience... Hotel pick-up in Tirana, transportation and all entrance fees are included.
Highlights
8 hours
Offered in English & Dutch
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
8 hours
Offered in English & Dutch
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Bottled water
Air-conditioned vehicle
Gratuities
Lunch
Itinerary
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Kruje
The castle of Kruje is an impressive hillside castle, which is located above the city of Kruje. The castle has breathtaking views of the surrounding area and Tirana city in the distance.
The small medieval castle is famous in Albania, because it was the headquarters of the national hero Skanderbeg.
In the 15th century, the powerful Turkish Ottoman empire was conquering the Balkans. However, the Ottoman Turks were not able to break the defences of the Kruje Castle. The rebellion against the Ottomans was lead by Albania's national hero Skanderbeg. He had serious military skills, and therefore, he was compared to Alexander the Great.
2 hours
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Gjergj Kastrioti National Museum (Skanderbeg)
The Skanderbeg Museum is one of the most visited & most important museums in Albania. It is named after Skanderbeg, who is Albania's national hero. Skanderbeg was a warrior and battle commander. He reunited the different Albanian families and tribes. And he created an army that fought against the Ottoman Turks for 25 years.
In the museum, you can experience the story of Skanderbeg's life and military battles in chronological order. You get to know the story of Albania's most celebrated national hero!
1 hour
3
Ethnographic Museum of Kruja
The Ethnographic Museum of Kruja is a traditional home, where you can get a unique, insight into the traditional Albanian household customs. The house was originally build in the 19th century by the affluent Toptani family. Inside the museum, you will see how self-sufficient the family was. The family produced its own food, honey, leather, weapons and olive oil. It even has a mini hammam and a little watermill. The house's wall displays beautiful fresco paintings.
1 hour
4
Pazari i Vjeter
The Old Bazaar is one of the oldest Ottoman-style markets in Albania. The market place was build over 400 years ago and it was recently restored in 2015. In the bazaar, you can buy souvenirs and traditional handicraft items from Albania. Popular products in the market are traditional Albanian clothing, rugs, copper pots, silver jewelry and embroidered tablecloths. It is a lovely market to stroll around or you can enjoy a coffee at one of the cafe's along the market.
1 hour
5
Sari Salltik
In the afternoon, we will hike to Mount Sarisalltik. The mountain cave of Sarisalltik is a religious location in Albania. Pilgrims hike up to the cave, because the journey has a sacred meaning for them.
The cave of Sarisalltik is at a height of 1176 meters and it has the most amazing view of the surrounding landscape. Inside the cave, you can visit the fountain of holy water, the first Albanian mosque and the grave of Sarisalltik, who was a religious leader. You can have a coffee at the cafe and enjoy the stunning views.
