The 10 Best Day Trips from in Durres County, Durres County

Full-day Jeep safari in Rodon, Visit the remain of the Ilyrian Castle builded to worship the God of the Seas or its called “The Land of the Giants” as it is the peninsula that Odysseus was sent to meet the Cyclops in Greek mythology. During our stop at Kepi Rodonit we will visit military bunkers build in communism time.

Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Driver/guide, Fuel surcharge, Jeep

Exclusions: Drinks, Lunch (Add 15 EUR), Gratuities

Kruja a small characteristic town perched on a hill, center of Albanian resistance against the Ottoman Turks under national hero Scanderbeg. Scanderbeg kept Turks from crossing into Western Europe for 25 years, thus earning the title “Protector of Christianity” given by the Pope of the time. From Kruja, travelers will find a magnificent view toward the valley and further to the Adriatic Sea.

Inclusions: Local guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Air-conditioned vehicle

Exclusions: Drinks, Gratuities

It's a daily trip of two cities the most important in terms of history and culture in Albania. Rich in history and tradition, Kruja is home of the patriots and the epicenter of Albania’s independence from the Ottoman Empire. Shkodra is the cradle of the most important Albanian poets, like Migjeni, painters like Kol Idromeno, and photographers, the Marubi Family. Shkodra houses the haunting Marubi National Photography Museum, which displays the first photo taken in Albania.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Tour Leader, All entry fees mentioned in our itinerary

Exclusions: Lunch & Snacks, Souvenris & Tip

Take a chance to get to know two beautiful cities in Albania: Kruje and Tirana. Kruje provides to the visitors the great view of majestic landscape and a rich collection of historical and cultural objects. While Tirana, being the capital has something to offer for everyone.

Inclusions: Transport with a/c vehicle, City Tour of Tirane and Kruje, Driver/ Guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off

Exclusions: Meals and drinks, Personal expenses, Tips and gratuities, Optional activity costs

Feel an Albanian inhabitant. Enjoy the real Albanian Culture and Lifestyle. Catch one-in-a lifetime view. Meet families who protected Jews from Nazi Germans, honored by the government of Israel.

Inclusions: All Fees and Taxes, Private transportation, Lunch

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Kruja and Sarisalltik Cave tour is a combination hiking and cultural day tour starting from Tirana. Kruja is a town just one hour drives from Tirana and has been the capital of Arberi principality on middle-age when on leading of our national hero Gjergj Kastrioti Skenderbeu, Albanians defeated the Ottoman Empire for 25 years.

Inclusions: Local taxes, Professional guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off

Exclusions: Gratuities, Food and drinks

Half day is enough to visit Kruja, the old capital of Albania. Located near Tirana, Kruja is the perfect day trip from the capital. Most of its visitors go there for the stunning old bazaar to buy pretty souvenirs like carpets, rugs, and bags. Kruja is also home to one of the oldest castles in the Balkans, which is definitely worth a look, too. Inside the castle’s walls, there is the Scanderbeg Museum, a museum dedicated to a military commander – widely considered by many Albanians to be a national hero. Tirana, is one of the most vibrant places to visit in the country. Tirana should at least include Scanderbeg Square, the heart of the town, and a stroll through Pedonalja, the main pedestrian street of the city that is lined with cafés, bars, theatres and cinemas. Located nearby are BunkArt2, a museum dedicated to the victims of the Communist regime, and the National Gallery of Arts, with artworks by some of the most famous.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Tour Guide

Exclusions: Lunch, All Fees and Taxes

Choosing this tour, you will choose to spend a full day exploring one of the main cities of Albania, the ancient town of Durrah (Actual: Durres), and sightseeing some cultural and historical sites in the middle of nature, close to Rodon Cape. During the first part of the day, you will have the chance to visit, on a walking tour, the ancient city of Durrah, the Amphitheater, the Venetian Tower, and the Archaeological National Museum. After a relaxing moment of a coffee-break with a panoramic view of the city promenade, we will head back on the way toward the Cape of Rodon on the Albanian coast between Durres and Tirana. More than the historical and cultural part with the visit of the St. Anthony Church and Skanderbeg castle, worth it for the fantastic nature, the fresh air, the panoramic view. Cape of Rodon, with its attraction, is one of the unbeaten paths still to get explored and just in a few minutes from Tirana or Durres. Do not miss it if you want to feel Albania in a few hours.

Inclusions: Private transfers with air-condition vehicles, Professional guide, Entry/Admission - Durres Amphitheater, Entry/Admission - Archaeological National Museum, Entry/Admission - Rodon Castle

Exclusions: Lunch, Drinks, Gratuities, Everything not mentioned in the tour description.

Welcome to the city inhabited for almost 3000 years. The town which was the birthplace of emperors, and visited by apostles and other characters of the ancient world. The city was full of legends and ancient ruins, which are silent witnesses of a flourishing period and old stories that blend in harmony with the rhythms of modern life. The city with broad beaches and mild climate, with one of the most significant seaports on the Adriatic coast, the capital of famous musicians and poets, old quarters alive with luxurious bars and modern buildings. The city with hospitable people is always ready to welcome visitors and guests. These are what you will find in Durres, one of the most crucial tourist attractions across Albania.

Inclusions: Entry/Admission fee Archaeological National Museum, Entry/Admission fee of Durres Amphitheater, Entry/Admission fee Aleksander Moisiu Museum, Entry/Admission to the Ancient Castle, Transfer on a round trip from Tirana, Local professional guide, Pick-up/ Drop-off in Tirana Airport.

Exclusions: Drinks or extras, Gratuities

A day tour of Kruja and Qafeshtama you will get to see one of the most important towns in Albania and one of the most important National Parks of Albania.In a day tour of Kruja it's easy to find parts of the Albanian history scattered across the city.Begin with the old bazaar to see the handcrafts and then head towards the castle of Scanderbeg, the Albanian national hero Gjergj Kastrioti Skenderbeu was an Albanian military commander and noble man. But that is not all Kruja has to offer.After the tour continues towards the national park of Qafeshtama.Hiking one of the most beautiful parks of Albania, located in Kruja and just 45 km away from the capital of Albania is an experience to never forget.The national park of Qafeshtama has a beautiful landscape.It consists pine forests, small lakes and springs with crispy fresh water and fresh air.This day tour of Kruja and Qafeshtama will be remarkable for you

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle

Exclusions: Gratuities, Entrance fees for the museums, Meals and drinks