Explore Saranda: Tailor-Made Private Tours, Butrint Discoveries, and Ksamil Beach Hoping

Discover Saranda, a hidden gem on the Albanian Riviera, with tailor-made private tours, Butrint archaeological site, and Ksamil’s paradise beaches. Explore the Castle of Lekuresi and the Blue Eye spring.

Duration: 6 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Lekuresi Castle - The castle is on a strategic hill point overlooking the town of Saranda, southeast of the town center. From here one can have a view of the whole town as well as the islands of Ksamil and Corfu in Greece.
  • The Blue Eye - It is a water spring with clear blue water of the river bubbles forth from a stunning, more than fifty-meter-deep pool. Divers have descended to fifty meters, but it is still unclear what the actual depth of the karst hole is.The immediate area (180 ha) is a nature reserve and is characterized by oak and sycamore trees.
  • Butrint National Park - Here we will examine the Trionch Palace, the Baptistery, the Basilica, the City Walls and Gates, the Acropolis and lots of other spots.
  • Ksamil - Here we will experience a breathtaking view of the sea, sun and islands. According to the request of the customer we may also stay more time here for swimming.
What's Included
  • Private transportation
  • On-board WiFi
  • In-vehicle air conditioning
What's Not Included
  • Personal Expenses
  • Gratuities
Additional Information

Relish in a personalized, exclusive tour that encapsulates the true essence of the local culture.

Saranda, a quaint town boasting an enchanting horseshoe-shaped bay and an ideal climate with approximately 290 sunny days each year. Ksamili, a hidden treasure nestled in the Albanian Riviera, is undoubtedly among the premier beach destinations in Europe. Once there, pristine beaches with white sands and crystal-clear waters await you. Butrint, with its complex structures dating back 2500 years, holds universal appeal. Regardless of your interest in archaeology, you will surely appreciate the tranquil ambiance, fragrant eucalyptus, and other wild trees interspersed among the ruins. The Blue Eye, a unique underwater spring, gushes forth crystal clear water from a breathtaking pool deeper than fifty meters. The 16th-century Lekuresi Castle, distinguished by its commanding round towers and panoramic views.

Location
Rruga Mitat Hoxha 152
Rruga Mitat Hoxha
Our office is located at Saranda Port
Cancellation Policy

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

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Andreagertrudz
Jul 25, 2024
Effective, versatile, great!!! - Great tour! Great guide, super English explanation/tour in Butrint National Park. Overall a great opportunity to see great places in Albania within 6-7 hours.
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Vivienne_f
Jul 15, 2024
Great way to see key sights - Really great trip seeing all the main sights in one go. There is time to enjoy a meal and a swim at the end in Ksamil. Knowledgeable, friendly guide. Would recommend.
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Evadesireef
Jun 18, 2024
Places worth visiting! - Great experience with lots of contrasts. The entrance fee for the archaeological site of €10 was OK. Ksamil with its Bora Bora beach is like the Caribbean!
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Jessicast213da
Jun 18, 2024
Really nice way to spend a day around Saranda! - Fedella was super nice and friendly and although I was the only one in our group traveling alone, he made the experience very warm and welcoming. He chatted with everyone and was very knowledgeable. Everything was planned very well and we moved timely. They were very accommodating and even waited for a couple that were late at the meeting spot later on so that they could catch up in a taxi and join the rest of the day. I really enjoyed myself and would do it again… maybe with a bit more time in Ksamil to relax further but even the hour we got was enough for a dip in the sea and an ice cream!
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Hollie_g
Jun 14, 2024
Great day trip - Excellent trip, superb guide, very knowledgable and just a lovely day out. Would recommend this trip.
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K701vcnicolad
Jun 12, 2024
Excellent tour - Joel tours arranged an excellent tour for our group. They were incredibly helpful from our first contact and helpfully arranged a pickup in Ksamil. Our guide, Clyde was excellent. He was very patient and helpful. Feddy guided us around the national park as part of the tour. He too was a great guide. He was informative and helpful. This tour allowed us to see a lot during our stay in Albania.
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Margaretg97
Jun 7, 2024
Excellent! - Great private tour! We were met at the port by Mara, the owner / manager, and I knew we were in good hands. She walked us a short distance to their office where we met our driver, Neri. He was outstanding in every respect. Kind and attentive to our every need, knowledgeable, and willing to go off the beaten path at my request. I'd been to the Blue Eye before but I hadn't been told about the forest path leading to unspoiled nature and vistas. It was an amazing hike that I had no idea existed! At Butrint, where I also had been before, he took us to sites that my prior guide hadn't bothered. It was amazing! When you book, make sure to ask for Neri. He gave us an unforgettable experience.
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Eleonoracarolan
Jul 31, 2024
Pleasant day trip - The tour lasted about 8 hours and was pleasant: the guide, a young girl was very kind and prepared. We were a relatively small group so the move took place in a mini van. Price 50€ per person paid in the office. The entrance fee to Butrint Park was excluded. We would have liked the guide to talk and interact a little more, in any case he answered all questions in a very friendly way and in good English.
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Maurice_l
Jul 6, 2024
Go for the ride, sleep the lunch. - Beautiful everywhere, excellent guide but the food at The Mussels House restaurant was terrible and overpriced.
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Deborah_b
Jul 5, 2024
Save your money - Communication before the tour was good and pick up went smoothly Van was comfortable. Unfortunately, the PA system was broken. The young guide spoke facing front in a normal voice so the back of the bus could not hear him. He said he could turn and speak loudly as it hurt his voice. He did the same thing when walking thru sites. Talked and walked but those in the back could not hear. He said he would repeat later. Not sure how often that happened. He needed headsets if he was going to operate the tour in that manner. The castle on the hill has a good view. The Blue Eye is beautiful. There is a train to the site for extra fee. Restrooms are awful. No paper or water. Rough. No time for snacks. Butrint is filled with Greco Roman ruins. To see it is an extra cost. There is a fort and museum up a steep hill. Lots of stone steps. Albania is still developing their tour infrastructure so things are a bit rough. The beach stop was last and 45 min. Not long enough to go in the water. This was the lunch stop. There were no snack stops and it was a long day. There were 3-4 restaurants and a path to the water. Not sure this was worth it. Hiring a driver on your own might be better as you could do your own pace as the guide really had little to say and most if the time we could not hear him
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