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Day-trip Shkoder - Lezhe - Kruje
Tirana, Albania, Europe
$130.82
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Overview
Shkoder, a city steeped in history, invites you to uncover its rich cultural tapestry alongside breathtaking natural landscapes. This day-trip tour seamlessly blends archaeological wonders with the vibrant local culture, ensuring an unforgettable experience for every traveler.
- 🚐 Day-Trip Package: Includes a comfortable air-conditioned vehicle for your journey from Tirana to Shkoder, Lezhe, and Kruja.
- 🗣️ English-speaking guide: Enjoy insightful commentary from a knowledgeable human tour guide throughout your adventure.
- 🏰 Visit Rozafa Castle, where you’ll marvel at stunning 360-degree views of the valley, the Buna and Drin rivers, and the picturesque Shkoder Lake.
- 🚶♂️ Stroll through the charming “Gjuhadol” pedestrian area, showcasing Italian and Austrian architectural influences that reflect the city's historical ties.
- 🕊️ In Lezhe, pay your respects at the mausoleum of Skanderbeg, the revered national hero of Albania.
- 🏛️ Explore the Skanderbeg Museum and the Ethnographic Museum in Kruja, where you’ll find authentic artifacts from the late 19th century.
- 🛍️ Wander through Kruja’s famous Bazaar, brimming with traditional handicrafts and unique souvenirs to take home.
- 🔄 Convenient return transport to Tirana, ensuring a seamless end to your enriching day.
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Day-trip Shkoder - Lezhe - Kruje
Pickup included
Pickup included
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Lunch
- Gratuities
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Rozafa CastleWe drive from Tirana towards Shkoder. Shkodra is the only mentioned Illyrian capital in the 3rd-2nd centuries B.C. Visiting Rozafa castle we will not only experience the supremacy the Illyrians would have feel over their enemies standing in such an imposing Castle, but will also admire breathtaking views 360 degrees over the valley, the two rivers Buna and Drin, the lake of Shkoder and the surrounding mountains.
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We will take a walking tour in “Gjuhadol” a newly renovated pedestrian area of Italian and Austrian architectural influences, testimony to this city’s historic links with both these countries. Then we can nvisit the Marubi Museum (Optional) (master photographer of the end of 19th century) which houses an exposition of old prints. He took the first photograph in the Balkans in 1856. Marubi has left a wealth of 500 000 glass negatives. The selection of prints we will view, show people and life of the area nearly 2 centuries ago.
- In Lezhe we will see the mausoleum of Skanderbeg, the national hero of the Albanians. He was buried inside the church of saint Nicholas. (pass by)
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we proceed to Kruja centre of Albanian resistance against the Ottomans under our National Hero, Scanderbeg. He kept the Ottoman armies from crossing into Western Europe for 25 years, thus earning the title “Athleta Christi” awarded by the Pope of the time. We will visit the Skanderbeg Museum and a rich Ethnographic Museum with almost all items being original from the end of the 19th century. Finally we make our way through Kruja’s famous Bazaar full of traditional handicrafts and souvenirs. Return to Tirana.
If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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Day-trip Shkoder - Lezhe - Kruje
Tirana, Albania, Europe
$130.82
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
How it works?
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You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
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