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Kruja “Albanian medieval legend” from Durres

5 hours

Easy

This professionally guided tour from Durres to Kruje offers an immersive exploration of Kruje Castle, the Skanderbeg and Ethnographical Museums, and a traditional bazaar, providing a rich cultural and historical experience.
Embark on an enriching journey from Durres to the historic town of Kruje with this exclusive, professionally guided tour. Discover the iconic Kruje Castle, majestically perched atop a hill and renowned as the 'Balcony of the Adriatic Sea' for its impressive elevation of approximately 1,000 meters above sea level. Kruje is a site of immense historical significance, having served as the epicenter of Albanian resistance against the Ottoman Empire in the 15th century under the leadership of the national hero, Gjergj Kastrioti, widely known as Skanderbeg. Your visit includes an in-depth exploration of the Skanderbeg Museum, housed within the meticulously restored castle, as well as the Ethnographical Museum, both offering valuable insights into the region’s rich cultural heritage. Stroll through the town’s traditional Turkish-style bazaar, where you can browse an extensive selection of authentic antiques and unique souvenirs. This comprehensive tour promises a memorable and immersive cultural and historical experience, tailored for discerning travelers seeking to connect with Albania’s storied past.
What's included?
    • Local guide in one from major languages.
    • Transport with car/minivan/bus with basic English speaking driver.
    • Hotel pick up & return.
    Exclusions
      • Everything else not mentioned in "Inclusions".
      Please note

        Note:

        This tour has been quoted based in a minimum number of participants. In case of the number of minimum required participants is not reached, the company reserves the rights to offer to the client other eventual alternative days, or to cancel the trip for the clients. Otherwise, the trip can also be operated on a private tour basis (subject to the respective quotation).


        All cancellations are subject of 5% service fee to cover costs for the efforts done to first to arrange and then to cancel the respective services of relevant booking.

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