Kruja Tour: Explore Historic Old Bazaar

Explore Bovilla Lake and visit the historical city of Kruja on a day trip from Tirana. Discover the Old Bazaar, shop for unique souvenirs, and create lasting memories.

Duration: 9 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Lake Bovilla - This day trip is perfect for those who love a natural escape, but also want to explore the local culture and history of Albania.
What's Included
  • Tour guide services
  • Transportation included
What's Not Included
  • Lunch
Additional Information

Kruja, a city rich in history, stands as a testament to the Albanian resistance against the Ottoman Empire’s expansion in the 15th century. Nestled in the heart of Albania, Kruja sits atop a rugged mountainous landscape about 560 meters above sea level, hugging the slopes of Kruja Mountain.
The Old Bazaar: A stroll down the narrow lanes and past the…

Location
Lake Bovilla
Hida Rd
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Asiya_u
Jul 25, 2025
Wonderful day out - Our guide Gjenc was extremely kind, knowledgeable and helpful. He was a careful driver. The tour was well paced and I did not feel rushed. The toilets en route were clean as well! We had an excellent lunch with great views.
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Koala-kaja
Jul 13, 2025
Great guide - Great trip with suitable timing at all destinations. Our guide Gjenc was knowledgeable and taught us about the history of Albania along the way. He also adapted the tour according to the age/state of the participants without it going beyond the rest. A trip that is probably worth the money!
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Onair18613584161
Jun 9, 2025
Top - A wonderful day, surrounded by nature .. Super recommended! Gjenc , our guide was AMAZING , professional , friendly and in particular excellent photographer.
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Summerlilybee
May 28, 2025
A great day out at Bovilla Lake and Kruja city - Gjenc was very kmowledgable, warm, friendly and fun. I love the hiking to the bovilla, love the food and love Kruja so much! I couldn’t recommend this trip enough to anyone want a small group but great company and fun!
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Roselyn_p
May 23, 2025
the trip was fun and full... - the trip was fun and full of knowledge ; thou its kinda a lot to take it in :) however, i think i would really put a highlight on how kind Gjenc is ; he assisted me in going up to the bovilla lake . i think that gesture should not be taken for granted and should be thanked with.. Also, the pick up and drop off was easy to locate and near our place, i think that matters to me as it is our first time in Tirana. By that Much thanks!
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Marcin
May 21, 2025
Good trip - Fantastic views. Our tour guide was awsome. Give us a lot of information about Albania. That was a good time, highly recomended.
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Alejandro
May 19, 2025
Beautiful lake and beautiful Kruja - Perfect getaway to a natural paradise very close to Tirana as well as Kruja a lovely village. The very nice guide, explained a lot of history along the way and cared about the whole group at all times. Recommended! 🙌🏼
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Stephie_w
May 18, 2025
Perfect tour day! - Absolutely fantastic day with Gjenc! I ended up being the only person on the tour so I had a wonderful private guided day! Bovilla Lake was so beautiful. I loved the short hike and scenery! Gjenc is one of the best photo takers I’ve ever had, he helped me capture the best photos! Krujë was so cute and he gave a lot of great history on the tour! Perfect day! He is a wonderful person!
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Tim_c
Jun 4, 2025
Two great venues - Despite a rocky start where road works contributed to an extra hour to our journey our guide Monde kept his cool and his fun character shone through. The tour itself is a good one, doing pretty much what it says in the sales pitch. Lake Bobilla is stunning and Kruja has great vies and atmosphere. Nice meal in the castle and added enjoyment. My only small criticism is that it was a little cramped in the transport but overall the tour and its guide outshone this blip. Thanks Monde we really enjoyed it. Tim & Jenny ps we did get an added hour at the end to cover the delay 👍
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Julia
Jul 13, 2025
Car, 10 min climb, beautiful view, break, car, delicious restaurant, visit, shopping, car. - Nice, but the title is misleading, don't expect a hike. Authoritative and sometimes brutal attitude of the guide. Break in an excellent restaurant on the other hand and very nice view in Bovilla.
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From $60
up to 10 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).