From Tirana: Bulqizë Mine, Watermill & Panoramic Views Tour

Discover the deepest mine in the Balkans, and natural beauty of Albania on a day tour from Tirana. Explore the Bulqizë Mine, visit a traditional watermill, and enjoy a panoramic photo points.
Discover an unforgettable day tour from Tirana that takes you deep into the heart of Albania’s industrial heritage and natural beauty. Explore Bulqizë—a town built around its rich mining history—and experience the Balkans' deepest mine, a traditional watermill with a fresh bread tasting experience, and a breathtaking panoramic photo point.

Explore the historic Bulqizë Mine, the deepest in the Balkans, with its inner shaft reaching 1,000 meters below ground (–180 meters below sea level). Learn fun facts about the “sparkly black stone” (chromite) and the massive chromium reserves (2.82 million tonnes at 45.83% chromium). Hear the captivating history from its start during the Italian occupation in 1942 to its expansion under the communist regime in 1948. Discover the recent natural hydrogen discovery in 2024—a potential clean energy source.

Visit “Mulliri i Destan Licit”, a traditional watermill used to grind flour the old-fashioned way. Enjoy the unique opportunity to try freshly made traditional Albanian bread right at the mill. Capture stunning, Instagram-worthy views over Bulqizë and its rolling hills at this scenic lookout. Purchase a traditional Albanian lunch at a local restaurant featuring fresh, regional dishes.

To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.

This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.