1 Day City Tour of Tirana & Dajti Mountain with Pickup

By Zenith Travel & Tours

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7h
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Selective hotel pickup

Overview

Tirana is one of the most interesting cities in the Balkan Peninsula thanks to its fascinating history. The town was nominated capital of Albania only in 1920, and, before that year, it was nothing more than a large hamlet. From 1944 to 1990, Tirana (and the rest of Albania) suffered a period of isolation during the Communist regime. Still today, traces of this historical period can be found in different areas of Tirana.

We will also use cable car to enjoy the view of the whole city from an altitude of over 1000 metres above sea level on Dajti Mountain.

To discover more, follow our guide to find the best of Tirana’s communist landmarks and impresive nature of Dajti Mountain.

Activity location

Skanderbeg Square
- Tiranë, Qarku i Tiranës, Albania

Meeting/Redemption Point

Skanderbeg Square
- Tiranë, Qarku i Tiranës, Albania

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1 Day City Tour of Tirana & Dajti Mountain with Pickup

7h
English

Pickup included

Travellers

Language options: English

Starting time

Price details

AU$249.21 x 1 AdultAU$249.21

Total

Until Thu, 23 Jan

What's included, what's not

Air-conditioned vehicle
Tour Guide
Cable Car ticket
& Snacks
Souvenirs & Tip
The entrance ticket of Bunk'Art

Know before you book

Public transport options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Skanderbeg Square

Skanderbeg Square has been transformed during the last year, retaining the old while incorporating a new, modern atmosphere. Some of the oldest buildings and monuments are located here, such as the Clock Tower (Sahati) or the Et’hem Bey Mosque, as well as some easily recognisable ones from the Communist period, such as the National Opera and Ballet Theatre and the National Museum of History. A car-free zone, this square is a pleasure to walk around in and browse all these different places.

BunkArt 2 (Pass by)

Bunk'art 2 reconstructs the history of the Albanian Ministry of Internal Affairs from 1912 to 1991 and reveals the secrets of “Sigurimi”, the political police that was the harsh persecution weapon used by the regime of Enver Hoxha. Bunk'art 2 is the first major video museum exhibition dedicated to the victims of communist terror.

House of Leaves

30m
Admission ticket not included

The House of Leaves Museum express “The lives of Albanians” under Communism. The museum is separated into nine sections and for the first time publicly reveals the intricate and advanced ways of the state’s control over Albanian life under Communism.

Blloku (Pass by)

Ex Block or Block This area during the time of Communism were the villas and residences where high officials of the communist state lived. It widely known as an entertainment destination with its boutiques, shops, restaurants, trendy bars, pubs, and cafes.

Sheshi Nënë Tereza

We will walk along the boulevard "The Martyrs of the Nation" to see the whole architecture inherited from the communist period. We will stop during our walk to Mother Teresa Square and in front of the Pyramid an object symbol of this period.

National Gallery of Art (Pass by)

National Gallery of Arts houses the most comprehensive collection of the country’s art throughout the years. The most fascinating paintings are undoubtedly those in the Socialist Realist style, which mostly depict the glorification of the new socialist man.

Palace of Congresses (Pass by)

The Palace of Congresses (Albanian: Pallati i Kongreseve) is a venue in Tirana, Albania, where numerous multi-genre concerts, exhibition, festivals, competitions and other events are held. It was built during the late communist era to host the Congresses of the Party of Labour of Albania and other official activities. Today, the palace is used as a venue for conferences, festivals, exhibitions, ceremonies, concerts and more. It currently has a capacity of 2,100 seats.[1]

Prime Minister's Office (Pass by)

The building was constructed in 1941 and is located at the Dëshmorët e Kombit Boulevard in Tirana, which is also the official residence and office for the prime minister of Albania.

Enver Hoxha Pyramid

The Pyramid of Tirana is a structure and former museum located in Tirana, the capital of Albania. It opened as a museum in 1988 and became a conference centre in 1991 following the collapse of Communism. During the 1999 Kosovo War, the building was used as a NATO base.

Fortress of Justinian

We will have a visit to the Fortress of Justinian or simply known as Tirana Castle .Its history dates back before 1300 and is a remnant from the Byzantine-era. The fortress is the place where the main east–west and north–south roads crossed, and formed the heart of Tirana .In the renovations of which today the Toptani Family, who owned it, has erected a modern multifunctional centre for visitors during their stay in Tirana.

Dajti Ekspres “Cable Car”

2h
Admission ticket included

Dajti is a mountain and national park on the edge of Tirana. We are going to have an amazing tour with a gorgeous ride to a panoramic view showcasing Albanian nature, free time to enjoy all the facilities that ‘’Ballkoni I Dajtit’’ offers starting from Horse Riding, Adventure Park and a breathtaking restaurant view with traditional dishes from the zone.

Location

Activity location

Skanderbeg Square
- Tiranë, Qarku i Tiranës, Albania

Meeting/Redemption Point

Skanderbeg Square
- Tiranë, Qarku i Tiranës, Albania

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