Bike Tour Tirana with Local Guide in English or Czech

What to expect from this tour:

• Discover the history of Albania and Tirana. Learn about daily life in Albania, its demographics, local culture, traditional food, and drinks. Explore the history and architecture of Tirana’s most iconic landmarks.
• Have fun! Tirana Bike Tour offers a more active and engaging way to experience the city.
• Enjoy a bike ride through both urban and natural settings.
• Get insider tips on transportation, local cuisine, cultural do’s and don’ts, and must-see destinations in and around Tirana.
• The ride is not very demanding and is suitable for anyone in normal physical condition.

Who is this tour for:

• Those who want to explore and learn more about Tirana. A bike tour lets you cover more ground than a typical walking tour.
• Bicycle enthusiasts.
• Travelers who want to get the most out of Tirana in the shortest amount of time.
• Nature lovers interested in exploring the green areas around the city.
• Adventurous people looking for a unique experience.

Itinerary

1. Skanderbeg Square · 15 min

   Skanderbeg Square is the main square of Tirana. It is the biggest square in Albania. Lots of the landmarks we will see during the walking tour are located there.

2. Xhamia Et'hem Bej · 15 min

   The Et'hem Bey mosque is probably the oldest still standing mosque of Tirana. I has been built during the Ottoman period. What makes this mosque unique is it's painting and decorations. It is maybe the only mosque in the world to contain Venetian paintings.

3. Independence Monument · 15 min

   This is a monument located near the city center that was intended to glorify the people who poured effort and blood in order for us Albanians to be able to live in a free country.

4. Enver Hoxha Pyramid · 15 min

   The pyramid has a very controversial history. It was originally built to serve as a mausoleum for burying the former dictator of Albania Enver Hoxha. But luckily it was never used as such. Today it is a great attraction of the city.

5. Postbllok - Checkpoint Monument · 15 min

   This is a very cool artistic way a local artist used to present to the public the horrors of the communist regime.

6. Blloku · 15 min

   Blloku was and still is the most important district of Tirana. It has been a part of the city where were located the residences and villas of the political elite of the communist regime.

7. Grand Park (Parku i Madh) · 20 min

   This is the biggest park of the city of Tirana and it is otherwise called the lungs of Tirana. It is a great place to enjoy the nature.

8. Fortress of Justinian · 15 min

   This is the oldest castle of Tirana. Beside being an historical site, the insides of it contain luxurious bars, restaurants, souvenir shops and more.

9. Great mosque of Tirana · 15 min

   This is the newest and the biggest Mosque in Tirana and in the whole Balkans.

10. Tanners' Bridge · 10 min

    This is a old Ottoman period stone bridge that has lost is function but still is a very attractive historical site to visit.

11. Pazari i Ri · 15 min

    The new bazaar has been turned in one of the biggest attractions of Tirana the last two decades. It is a good place to by some food or souvenirs, or even local hand-made products.

What's included

• Digital street art map with the locations of the murals of Tirana upon request
• Small group size
• Helmets upon request
• Bicycle
• Travel Tips & recommendations
• Local English or Czech-speaking guide

What's not included

• or coffe/drinks if any (optional)
• Entrance fees if any (optional)

Meeting point

Start time

10:00 · 14:00 · 17:30

End point

Languages

In-person guide: Czech, English

Travellers

• Adult (10–75)

Options

• Bike Tour Tirana with Local Guide in English or Czechfrom €20

  Start time: 10:00 · 14:00 · 17:30

  In-person guide: English, Czech

Additional information

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• We have bikes available in different sizes to suit riders of different heights
• We have both female bikes (mid-step / mixte frames) and male bikes (step-over / high-step frames).
• Not recommended for people that do not feel comfortable riding a bike.

Cancellation policy

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