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From Saranda: Blue Eye-Lekursi Castle-Ksamil-Butrint UNESCO Site
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Saranda
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Explore the best of southern Albania on a carefully designed day tour from Saranda. Begin with a scenic stop in Ksamil, where you can enjoy stunning views and photos of the famous three islands. Continue to the UNESCO-listed Butrint Ancient City, where your licensed guide brings history to life through well-preserved ruins, ancient theaters, and fascinating stories.
Next, visit the breathtaking Blue Eye Spring, known for its crystal-clear,vibrant blue waters. Take time to walk through nature, relax, and enjoy this unique natural wonder. The experience ends at Lekursi Castle, where you’ll enjoy panoramic views over Saranda and the Ionian coast.
Travel in comfort with air-conditioned transpo...
Highlights
From 5 hours to 6 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 5 hours to 6 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Private transportation
English Guide
Air-conditioned vehicle
Entrance fee at Blue Eye
Lunch
Meals
Entrance fee at Butrint Antic City(needs to pay on-site)
Important Information
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Specialized infant seats are available
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Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
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Not recommended for pregnant travelers
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Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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From Saranda: Blue Eye-Lekursi Castle-Ksamil-Butrint UNESCO Site
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Saranda
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About
Explore the best of southern Albania on a carefully designed day tour from Saranda. Begin with a scenic stop in Ksamil, where you can enjoy stunning views and photos of the famous three islands. Continue to the UNESCO-listed Butrint Ancient City, where your licensed guide brings history to life through well-preserved ruins, ancient theaters, and fascinating stories.
Next, visit the breathtaking Blue Eye Spring, known for its crystal-clear,vibrant blue waters. Take time to walk through nature, relax, and enjoy this unique natural wonder. The experience ends at Lekursi Castle, where you’ll enjoy panoramic views over Saranda and the Ionian coast.
Travel in comfort with air-conditioned transpo...
Highlights
From 5 hours to 6 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 5 hours to 6 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Private transportation
English Guide
Air-conditioned vehicle
Entrance fee at Blue Eye
Lunch
Meals
Entrance fee at Butrint Antic City(needs to pay on-site)
The Blue Eye, known locally as “Syri i Kaltër,” is one of Albania’s most enchanting natural sites. This incredible spring pushes out cold, crystal-clear water from a deep underwater cave, creating swirling shades of blue and emerald green. With an estimated depth beyond 50 meters, the source remains a geological mystery, adding to its charm.
Visitors can enjoy wooden viewing platforms, forest trails, and the relaxing sound of flowing water. The area is protected as a nature monument, making it a perfect stop for nature lovers, hikers, and photographers exploring Southern Albania.
2 hours
2
Lekuresi Castle
Lekursi Castle, built in the 1500s during Ottoman rule, stands proudly above Saranda at over 600 meters. Its circular towers and historic stone walls reflect centuries of strategic importance, once guarding the coastline and local villages. Today, the castle is known not only for its history but for its incredible panoramic views stretching from Saranda Bay to the island of Corfu and the mountain ranges behind it.
Visitors can explore the castle’s courtyard, enjoy traditional Albanian food at the on-site restaurant, and experience one of the most famous sunsets in Albania.
30 minutes
3
Ksamil
During the tour, we also include a short stop in Ksamil, where you can enjoy beautiful views and take photos of the famous three islands.
20 minutes
4
Butrint National Park
Butrint National Park is a UNESCO World Heritage Site located just outside Saranda. It is one of Albania’s most important archaeological treasures, offering a journey through thousands of years of history. Visitors can explore ancient theatres, basilicas, Roman baths, Byzantine gates, and a beautiful lakeside fortress, all surrounded by rich nature and wildlife.
