Dajti Ekspres: Ride to the 'Balcony of Tirana'
Experience panoramic views of Tirana and a mountain escape via the Balkans' longest cable car to Dajti National Park.
Ascend Mount Dajti via the Dajti Ekspres cable car for panoramic views of Tirana and the surrounding landscape. This 15-minute ride takes you to the Dajti National Park, offering a refreshing escape from the city with various recreational activities and dining options at the summit.
A brief summary to Dajti Ekspres
- Tirana, AL
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Know before you go
Hi, I'm Eve. Here are a few practical things to know before exploring Dajti Ekspres.
- Arrive early, especially on weekends or holidays, to avoid long queues for the cable car.
- Check the weather forecast before you go; the cable car may close due to adverse weather conditions.
- Consider purchasing a combination ticket for discounted access to activities like mini-golf or the adventure park.
- Wear comfortable shoes for hiking and exploring the mountain.
- Bring cash for the bus fare to the lower station and for smaller vendors at the summit.
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Getting There
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Public Transport
From Skanderbeg Square in Tirana's city center, take the blue 'Porcelan' bus (Line 11). The bus stop is located behind the Clock Tower and Palace of Culture. The bus departs every 5-20 minutes and the journey takes approximately 20-30 minutes. Get off at the final stop ('Teleferik') and walk uphill for about 5 minutes to reach the Dajti Ekspres ticket office. The bus ticket costs 40 Lekë.
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Taxi/Ride-Share
A taxi from Tirana's city center to the Dajti Ekspres cable car costs approximately 700-1000 Lekë (6-8 EUR). Negotiate a fixed price before starting the journey or use a metered taxi. Dajti Ekspres has a negotiated rate with Merr Taxi, which charges 650 Lekë (5.30 EUR) for a one-way trip from the city center. Be aware that traffic can affect the final price.
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Walking
From the final stop of the Porcelan bus, it is a 1.5km uphill walk to the Dajti Ekspres lower station. Alternatively, a minibus shuttle service is available from the IKV bus stop (located before the Teleferik final stop) to the cable car station every 30 minutes. The minibus operates between 09:00 and 20:00 during the summer and 09:00 and 18:00 during the winter. Cost information for the minibus is not available.
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