Albania · CITY TOURS IN SARANDA
This is the shortlist you would send a friend: 7 city tours in Saranda worth the money, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing to know before you commit.
Explore Gjirokastër Castle, Ottoman streets, Cold War tunnels, and Albania’s Blue Eye on a guided day trip from Saranda.
“Loved all aspects of the tour, from the castle to the Blue Eye. Marsia was our tour guide, she did a great job. She was friendly and knowledgeable.”
See Butrint, the Blue Eye, Lëkurësit Castle, and Ksamil on a flexible private tour from Saranda with hotel or port pickup.
“Klajdi was a great tour guide! Everything in the tour was exactly as advertised. We loved how easy going and knowledgeable he was. He accommodated what we to do wanted to do such as walking instead of taking the train to the Blue Eye and making an unplanned stop for water along the way. Highly recommend if visiting Sarande!”
Explore UNESCO-listed Butrint from Saranda with a private guide, hotel pickup, ancient ruins, shady paths, and flexible transport.
“Butrint is an incredible historical site. It’s also a beautiful national park. The combination is unbeatable.”
Explore Butrint’s Greek theater and Byzantine basilica, then relax by Ksamil’s clear waters on a guided half-day trip from Saranda.
“Wasn’t exactly as I expected, driver had no english which is fair and understandable, and the guide at butrint did, however he drove kind of erratically and dangerously. Also no air con but the tour never stated that it did, so that was just a bit unfortunate for us. Got our tour of butrint which was quick but informative and good, ( you don’t get time for pictures though unless you can take very quick snaps as you go) then only got an hour and a half at ksamil. The times stated half 9 to half 4, however we were finished by half 1. Maybe I didn’t read the fine…”
Explore Gjirokastra from Saranda with castle views, historic houses, a live guide, free time, and round-trip transport.
“Gjitokaster is a true matvel and so rich in history from the narrow alleys to the statues to the castle. And the views are breathtaking. Albania is such an underappreciated country. Its still so natural in many places and the landscape is fantastic. Our driver Sula was great and our tourguide Dennis was very knowledgeable all along the way to Gjirokaster and when visiting the town.”
Paddle from Saranda to Bistrica Beach for sunset, then return beneath the city lights on a two-hour kayak or SUP tour.
“It's a great activity to do and the team is super nice. You'll get a beautiful view of Saranda and the sunset while enjoying the sea and the breeze. At the meeting location, you can leave your belongings. They also provide you with a waterproof Read more”
Review of Saranda City Tour in Albania, with private guiding, local culture, harbor views, pricing, timing, and practical booking advice.
“Last summer I was in Saranda. Summer is the best time of the year to visit a city like Saranda. Everything there is amazing. I like people, food, houses, and the most important thing The gorgeous nature. If you don't know where to go for vacation you should visit Saranda.”
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