5 Castle Day Trips in Albania Worth Booking

1.From Durres/Golem: Kruja Castle & Old Bazaar Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,317 reviews · 6 hours · from $27Our pick

Travel from Durres or Golem to Kruja with an English-speaking guide such as Oresti, Dion, or Luisa. Explore the castle, Skanderbeg Museum, and Old Bazaar, then enjoy free time for food, photos, and local shopping. Transport, hotel pickup, and drop-off are included.

“It was really nice with Abrim.He guided us to the Kruja castle took photos and was on time.It was absolutely correct timing not too much and not less for an afternoon trip.You can book it if you want an afternoon trip.Kruja is indeed a great castle and in case you like souvenirs then please buy from old bazar.They are unique”

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2.1-Day Tour in Blue Eye, Monastery, Gjirokaster and Lekursi Castle

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 76 reviews · 6 to 8 hours (approx.) · from $44Top rated

Travel from Saranda in an air-conditioned vehicle with an English-speaking guide, visiting the Mesopot monastery, Blue Eye spring, UNESCO-listed Gjirokaster, and Lekursi Castle. Small groups of up to eight keep the day friendly and flexible, with free time at the main sights.

“Good value trip with friendly guide who gave a little information about each place we visited. Just the right balance of time allocated. Perhaps 30 minutes extra in Gjirokaster but still enough time to visit the castle, have some lunch and grab a souvenir.”

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3.From Tirana: Krujë Day Trip with Krujë Castle & Old Bazaar

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 71 reviews · 5 hours · from $94

Travel from Tirana to Krujë with an English-speaking guide such as Besmiri, Frenki, Antigona, or Eraldo. Explore the castle and Skanderbeg Museum, shop the handmade goods of the Old Bazaar, and take in mountain views from Sari Salltik Shrine. Audio guides are available in five languages.

“Fantastic Kruja Tour with Discover Albania Our tour of Kruja with Discover Albania was exceptional. Antigona, our guide, was knowledgeable and passionate, making history come alive with her stories. The tour was well-organized, hitting all the key sights without feeling rushed. Highly recommend Discover Albania for a truly memorable experience.”

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4.Ksamil Blue Eye and Saranda Day Tour from Tirana Durres Golem

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 34 reviews · 14 to 16 hours (approx.) · from $60

Travel south from Tirana, Durrës, or Golem to Saranda, the beaches of Ksamil, and the Blue Eye freshwater spring. English-speaking guides such as Beni, Andreas, and Artol lead the day, which can run 14 to 16 hours and includes a long bus ride.

“Pick up was on time. Good amount of time spent at each stop. Tour guide Beni was very friendly and accommodating. Trip was enjoyable- would recommend.”

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5.“Bovilla Lake, Kruja Castle & Durrës City Day Trip”

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6 reviews · 7 - 12 hours · from $95

Travel from Tirana with guide Klejdi to Bovilla Lake, Kruja’s castle and bazaar, then Durrës for its Roman amphitheater, old monuments and West End Beach. This small-group tour lasts 7 to 12 hours, includes transport, guiding, the Gamti trail fee and Skanderbeg Museum entry.

“Really enjoyed the experience amazing views ~Klejdi our tour guide was excellent !really informative spoke perfect English and was extremely helpful 10-10”

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