Private tour in Tirana Elio K
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Hello everyone and welcome to the land of Eagles! My name is Elio and I am a professional tour guide with a great passion for introducing travelers to this new and exciting destination, called Albania. As a dedicated tour professional, I enjoy meeting new people and planning custom itineraries for them. It will be a great pleasure to show all of you one of the unexplored destination of the Balkans & world, Albania. I work in the tourism field since 2009, initially as a driver and later in 2010 as a certified guide. During all this time I gained a lot of experience as I had the chance to guide visitors from various parts of the world. I have guided regular groups and individuals in 3 languages: Albania, English and Italian to the various tourist attractions of the Albania & Balkans. I hope to welcome you as my clients and introduce you to my beautiful country. I can guide tours all over the country starting from the capital, Tirana, to the 3 UNESCO sites in Albania, the numerous castles and various unexplored places. Apart historical and cultural information, I like to give to my clients also an insight of the country including traditions, food, local life etc. For any question or information, I am at your disposal. Thank you and see you soon. -Member of the National Association of Tourist Guides of Albania ( NATGA ). - Driving license Category "D" - Certificate of Pass Hands on Tourist Guiding Course Issued by the World Federation of Tourist Guide Associations. -Certificate & License for being a National Tourist Guide in Albania Issued by the Ministry of Economic Development, Tourism, Trade & Entrepreneurship of Albania. -Driving license Category "D" I can drive any bus with more than 8 passenger seats with a trailer up to 750kg maximum authorized mass (MAM). As a licensed guide, I have no restrictions.
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Tirana and Kruja Tour Begin your private tour of Tirana, the capital of Albania, with a morning of sightseeing. Highlights include Skanderbeg Square, the Et'hem Bey Mosque, and a visit to Bunk'Art 1 or Bunk'Art 2, a museum offering a deep dive into Albanian history during the dictatorial regime. After Tirana, travel to Kruja, the medieval hometown of Albania's national hero, Gjergj Kastrioti Skanderbeg. In Kruja, you'll visit the remaining structures of Skanderbeg's Castle and the Ethnographic Museum. Afterward, enjoy some free time to explore the traditional Old Bazaar. In the afternoon, travel back to Tirana. This is the perfect time to visit Blloku, which was the forbidden residential area for the Communist elite. Now, it's one of the capital's liveliest districts, famous for its restaurants, cafes, and nightlife!
Full-Day Private Tour: Tirana & Kruja (Approx. 8 Hours) Your guide, Elio, meets you at your arranged location ("your place"). Morning: Tour Tirana highlights: Skanderbeg Square, Et'hem Bey Mosque, and the National Museum (representing Albanian history). Midday: Travel to Kruja (approx. 1 hour drive). Visit the historic Skanderbeg Castle remains and the Ethnographic Museum. Enjoy free time to explore the traditional Old Bazaar. Afternoon: Travel back to Tirana. Visit Blloku, the former Communist elite's forbidden district, now the capital's lively entertainment center. Tour concludes with drop-off at your hotel, port, or airport.
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Tirana, Albania
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