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Tirana to Kruja Castle and Lezhe: Private day trip

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Private ride with a local driver

10h 45m
Round trip
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About your trip

Dive into Albania’s heroic past! See where Skanderbeg’s legacy was forged in Kruja, then discover Lezhe’s historic stronghold for a second slice of Albanian pride.
Exclusively yours: private vehicle and professional driver
Discover local insights you won't find in guidebooks
Experience the freedom to explore at your own speed
Perfectly planned for families, friends, or solo travelers
From €72
Private group ride
per person
Select date and travelers
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before your pickup time.
For a group of 1-3 travelersTotal€216

What to expect

Your day trip begins wherever you are

Meet our professional driver right where you prefer in Tirana whenever suits you best. No time wasted getting to the pickup point, grab your bag and start your trip right away.

Discover more with local expertise

Your driver’s local insights will set the tone for your day trip. A hidden café here, a must-try restaurant there; insider tips you’ll love sharing later. This isn’t a guided tour but your ride will be rich with stories and discoveries along the way. And throughout the day, your driver will be available for you as needed, ready to assist, happy to help, making your trip stress-free.

Explore at your own pace

After arriving at Kruja Castle, you'll have the freedom to explore its storied ramparts and museum exhibits, before traveling on to Lezhe, where you can stroll around the old fortress and soak up local history, all at your leisure. Meanwhile, your driver will wait for you nearby, ensuring a stress-free return trip.

Perfect for any private group

Whether you're traveling solo, as a family with kids, or as a large group, this service is tailored for your comfort and flexibility. It's the ideal option especially if you have limited time or a busy schedule.

Good to know

  • Two-way private car transfer
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Personalized pickup and drop-off
  • Professional English-speaking driver
  • Complimentary bottled water
  • Free cancellation 24 hours before departure
  • Entry/Admission tickets to paid attractions Kruja Castle and Lezhe should be purchased separately unless specified otherwise
  • Meals, snacks, and gratuity are not included
From €72
Private group ride
per person
Select date and travelers
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before your pickup time.
For a group of 1-3 travelersTotal€216

Your trip at a glance

Your trip at a glance

Start in Tirana
You choose the pickup spot.
1
Kruja Castle
Feel free to explore at your own pace and discover
Stop: 3 h 30 min - admission not included
Kruja Castle
Kruja Castle
Just 7 years after deserting Ottoman forces, Skanderbeg would become Albania’s greatest hero for his series of victories over vastly superior Ottoman forces. Skanderbeg’s crowning achievement was holding Kruje Castle against a force of 100,000 men, led by Mehmed II The Conqueror himself. Built on the ruins of the original keep, visitors can learn about this pivotal point in Albanian history and enjoy fantastic views of the mountainous surroundings.
2
Lezhe
Feel free to explore at your own pace and discover
Stop: 4 hours - admission not included
Lezhe
Lezhe
Dating back to at least the 8th century BC, every major empire to hold power in the region had an interest in the strategically located town. Interestingly, while under ancient Illyrian and Macedonian control the town maintained a large degree of autonomy, and minted its own coins. Through the Middle Ages, it changed hands many times, eventually coming under Venetian control in 1386. Because it was under the Venetian control, Skanderbeg decided it would be a neutral place for the convention of Albanian, Serbian, Dalmatian and other lords to organizing their common defence against the Turks. Skanderbeg’s tomb is now one of the town’s main attractions, where visitors can learn about the Albanian national hero’s life. The other is Lezhe Castle, which has architectural elements from the city’s former Illyrian, Roman, Byzantine and Ottoman rulers.
Back to Tirana
We’ll take you back to your starting point.
Duration of the stops can be changed upon request after booking
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