Booking fee
The booking fee includes the costs of booking your tickets such as charges for payment processing. It also covers the provision of our customer care center for processing your order, and all charges imposed by our suppliers.
* This tour requires at least one of the following per booking: Adult, Senior
This tour is designed to meet the requirements of history and archaeology lovers, but it is in the mean time perfect for nature lovers, active travelers and those who want to emerge more into the local culture.
Choosing do this tour with us makes it possible for all types of travelers to have an unforgettable experience
Air-conditioned vehicle
Gratuities
Lunch
Departure Point
Traveler pickup is offered
Traveler pickup
Rinas Airport, Tirana, Albania
Rozafa Castle, Shkoder, Albania We 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. 60 minutes
Gjuhadol, Shkodër, Albania 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. 60 minutes
Lezhe, Lezhe, Albania In Lezhe we will see the mausoleum of Skanderbeg, the national hero of the Albanians. He was buried inside the church of saint Nicholas.
Rruga Kala, Krujë, Albania 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. 180 minutes
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Sadz1
18 Aug 2022
Our tour guide Endri was absolutely amazing. He gave us a good insight into the history of Albania and went the extra mile for us. He accommodated to all our requests, thanks for a great first day in Albania.
verimcwell
23 May 2022
I was a private tpur for 6 people with a magnificicent guide who was able to speak spanish.
GREAT VIEWS, great explanation, the tour included lunch in restaurant with typical food, very nice food.
Highly recomend this tour.
mateuszsku
08 Oct 2021
Great time with Jetmir, many interesting stories about Albania, amazing views and really the best guide. Truly recommended.
This tour in
Albania
is organized by
Aria Travel Albania
We always double-check the availability with our local partners for each booking. Even though this is usually a swift process, it can take up to 24 hours. Once this process is completed you will receive your voucher or ticket by email. If our local partner is not able to confirm your booking we will offer you the best possible alternative. If the new date and/or time doesn’t fit your itinerary, we will reimburse the full amount paid.
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