(800) 814 COOL Questions? Call Us Now!

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

164 Reviews 4.77 out of 5 stars Based on 164 reviews collected by City Boat Tours and TripAdvisor | Recommended by 96% of reviewers |
Badge of Excellence |Badge of Excellence This experience is highly rated by travelers and has met our top quality standards.
Tirana, Albania

Loading Options

7 to 8 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
Mobile ticket
Instant confirmation

Overview

Explore the historic Kruja Castle, one of Albania's most significant landmarks. Discover the country's largest bazaar and browse local handicrafts, and enjoy the Sari Salltik mountain viewpoint.

What's Included

  • Air conditioned transportation to the destination locations
  • Skanderbeg museum ticket
  • Kruja castle entrance fee
  • Food and drinks
See 4 moreSee 3 more

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup point
OR
Meeting point
End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

What To Expect

Kruja Castle

Join a guided tour of Kruja city to explore all its iconic attractions. Visit Kruja Castle, Skanderbeg’s Museum, the Old Bazaar, and Sari Salltik mountain.We will pick you up from the hotel and start the tour to Kruja city. After around one hour driving you are in Kruja and we continue the first visit to the Castle of Kruja, which houses Skanderbeg’s Museum. It was the epicenter of the legendary Albanian resistance to the Ottomans, led by national hero Skanderbeg in the 15th century.
Read more

2 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Gjergj Kastrioti National Museum (Skanderbeg)

Learn more about the Albanian National Hero of Albania and see a replica of Skanderbeg’s helmet and sword in the main hall, along with the flags and crests of noble families who supported him. The guide will provide fascinating historical insights about this significant period.
Read more

2 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Pazari i Vjeter

After soaking in the culture and history, discover the current arts and crafts in the Old Bazaar. Look for souvenirs, including intricate local handicrafts.
Read more

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Kruje

FREE TIME/LUNCH: After soaking in the culture and history, enjoy 1 hour 45 minutes of free time to explore the Old Bazaar, take photos and enjoy the lunch.
Read more

1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Ethnographic Museum of Kruja

The Ethnographic Museum, recently renovated and now open for visits, is housed in an old Ottoman-era residence. This museum offers a glimpse into the lifestyle of the region during that historical period. IT IS OPTIONAL ON YOUR FREE TIME!
Read more

40 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Sari Salltik

Finally, driving by car on a panoramic mountain road to visit the holy site of Sari Salltik. Head to this cave located on the edge of a mountain 1176 meters high and also enjoy the amazing view from the top of the mountain.
Read more

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Tirana (Pass By)

KNOW BEFORE YOU RESERVE: PICK UP: If you select the hotel pick-up option, please note that in some cases, you may be kindly asked to walk a short distance (1–5 minutes) to a nearby main street. This is usually due to certain hotels being located on narrow streets where our buses cannot easily access IMPORTANT: You’ll receive the final tour details via email and WhatsApp the night before the tour, between 22:30 and midnight. Pick-up times may slightly change depending on the schedule, so it’s very important to check our message. If you’re asleep when we send the info, just check it in the morning to confirm your pick-up time. MOBILE DATA ROAMING: On the tour day, all communication will be via WhatsApp, so please make sure your phone number is linked to WhatsApp and you have mobile data/roaming enabled. TIA AIRPORT: Airport pickup and drop-off at a scheduled time FITNESS LEVEL: Participants should have a basic level of fitness to comfortably complete the tour.
Read more
Show 5 more stops

Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 51 travelers

Frequently Asked Questions

(7)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Kruja castle, the old Bazaar & Sarisalltik- Departure from Tirana?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

Still have questions?

We're here to help.
Activity code: C-111719P18

Traveler Photos

Reviews

4.77
164 reviews

Average 4.77 out of 5 stars based on 164 traveler reviews collected by City Boat Tours and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor

5 stars
137
4 stars
20
3 stars
5
2 stars
0
1 star
2

Loading Options

Similar Tours & Activities

Albanian Alps and Theth Village Full Day Private Tour

Albanian Alps and Theth Village Full Day Private Tour

New To The Site!
 9 hours  Hotel pickup offered  Free Cancellation  Instant Confirmation
from
$239.36

7 Day Tour of Albania, North Macedonia & Kosovo

7 Day Tour of Albania, North Macedonia & Kosovo

 7 days  Hotel pickup offered  Free Cancellation
from
$1,861.05

Albania: Jeep Tour to Cape Rodon Bay with Lunch&WineTasting Fullday from Tirana

Albania: Jeep Tour to Cape Rodon Bay with Lunch&WineTasting Fullday from Tirana

New To The Site!
 8 hours  Hotel pickup offered  Instant Confirmation
from
$347.08

Bike or E -Bike Rental Tirana ( Daily or hourly) - by BikeTirana

Bike or E -Bike Rental Tirana ( Daily or hourly) - by BikeTirana

New To The Site!
 1 to 24 hours  Free Cancellation  Instant Confirmation
from
$17.95

Travelers Who Bought This Tour Also Bought

Traditional Albanian Cooking Class in Tirana with Raki Tasting

Traditional Albanian Cooking Class in Tirana with Raki Tasting

 4 hours  Free Cancellation  Instant Confirmation
from
$52.66

Cooking Classes and Traditional food tasting in Tirana

Cooking Classes and Traditional food tasting in Tirana

 4 hours  Free Cancellation  Instant Confirmation
from
$56.25

Hike Gamti Mountain with Bovilla lake view & canyon- From Tirana

Hike Gamti Mountain with Bovilla lake view & canyon- From Tirana

 5 to 6 hours  Hotel pickup offered  Free Cancellation  Instant Confirmation
from
$25.14

Albanian Alps and Theth Village Day Tour from Tirana

Albanian Alps and Theth Village Day Tour from Tirana

 11 to 13 hours  Hotel pickup offered  Free Cancellation  Instant Confirmation
from
$101.73

What's Included

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

  • Air conditioned transportation to the destination locations
  • Skanderbeg museum ticket
  • Kruja castle entrance fee
  • Pick up and drop-off from the hotel in Tirana city (Or meeting points)
  • Pick up and drop-off from Tirana International Airport
  • English speaking tour guide
  • Guided tour inside the castle and also inside the Skanderbeg museum
  • Food and drinks

Additional Info

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 51 travelers

Report Product Issue

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

Language & Country

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

Free Cancellation

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

100% refund
No refund

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST).
  • This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

Sorting, ranking, and search results

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

City Boat Tours wants to make your searches as relevant as possible. That's why we offer many ways to help you find the right experiences for you.

On some pages, you can select how to sort the results we display and also use filter options to see only those search results that meet your chosen preferences. You'll see explanations of what those sort options mean when you select them.

If you see a Badge of Excellence label, the award is based on average review ratings, share of bookings with a review, and number of bookings through City Boat Tours over a 12-month period.

The importance of any one factor over any other in a sort order varies, and the balance is constantly being reviewed and adjusted. We're always updating our systems and testing new ways to refine and improve your results to make them as relevant as possible to meet your needs.