CASTLE DAY TRIPS IN ALBANIA
Capped gates and coach seats fill weeks ahead, and the good ones go first. Below: the 4 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.
Review of the $27 Kruja Castle and Old Bazaar tour from Durres or Golem, with Skanderbeg history, mountain views, shopping, and hotel pickup.
“It was a really nice tour. We really liked our tourguide Dion. He told very interesting stories and was so helpful. Highly recommend this tour. It was worth the money! There was enough free time also. ❤️”
Review of Saranda’s Blue Eye, Gjirokaster, monastery and Lekursi Castle tour, with practical advice on timing, value, sights and what to expect.
“The tour started at 9AM and ended around 5:30. At the blue eye and gjirokaster, we had a lot of time to explore on our own. Our guide provided brief introduction to each destination and answered questions.”
Review of Krujë Castle, Skanderbeg Museum, Sari Salltik Shrine, and Old Bazaar on a five-hour guided trip from Tirana.
“It was very nice day. Our Italian guide told us some interesting informations about the places we went to and was a really nice person to have a conversation. He perfectly held pretty big group of us (15 ppl). I highly recommend.”
Explore Ksamil, Saranda, and Albania’s Blue Eye on a long but rewarding day tour from Tirana, Durrës, or Golem.
“The tour was excellent and exceeded our expectations. Bardhi our tour guide was amazing. Really kind, informative and provided the best hospitality throughout the day. Would highly recommend!!”
A keep, a citadel, a palace with battlements, or a day trip to reach one.
