Albania · SARANDA TOURS
Saranda is the base for the whole southern corner: Butrint, the Blue Eye, the Ksamil islands and the ferry across to Corfu. These 15 are priced and paced, with a note on which ones try to do all of it in one day.
Spend a full day from Saranda exploring Corfu Town, Palaiokastritsa, beaches, caves, and the Virgin Mary Monastery for $82.
“Loved walking around corfu town and the best was spending time at palaiokastritsa beach. The guide was fanatistic, telling us the history of the places we visited. To be honest I didn't expect all that so I was pleasantly surprised.”
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.”
Review of Saranda’s Butrint, Ksamil, Blue Eye and Lekuresi Castle day trip, with honest advice on timing, guides, transport and value.
“The guide’s knowledge was extensive and he could answer any questions we had. He was able to impart historical information in an engaging way”
Explore Ksamil, Saranda, Lekursi Castle, and Albania’s Blue Eye on a scenic 14-hour day trip from Durrës or Golem.
“A very long trip (14 hrs) but great value for money. Our guide was friendly and organised and we thoroughly enjoyed our day out. Highly recommend.”
Sail Lake Butrint, learn mussel farming, and enjoy fresh mussels, vegetables, bread, wine, and a quiet lakeside meal near Ksamil.
“An excellent tour. Great insight onto mussel cultivation and they taste delicious as did the local wine.”
Review of Saranda’s Butrint, Blue Eye, Ksamil, and Lekuresi Castle tour, with practical advice on timing, costs, guides, and group size.
“I was so excited to go on this tour and fortunately another person booked so we were able to go as there is a two person minimum. Elvis was our guide/driver for this tour and he the experience absolutely memorable. As a local resident, his knowledge of the area is such that he can explain the history as well share lifetime experiences. I would highly recommend this tour.”
Paddle Ksamil’s clear waters with instructor Ari, learning at your pace on a sunrise, morning, afternoon, or sunset SUP trip.
“Great experience. Ari the instructor was brilliant. Very friendly and welcoming. The scenes were beautiful and even though we had never paddle boarded before he took us through the process and by the end we were all confident in standing. He even treated us to a coffee afterwards. Top experience by a top guy”
Explore the Blue Eye, Gjirokaster, two castles, and a Byzantine monastery on a small-group day tour from Saranda.
“It's really great experience ! Nice places, great road, different views, unforgettable experience😍 I like that you have free time to walk and visit different places. I'm ready to recommend it without any doubts ☺️”
Cruise Saranda’s southern coast to Qefali, Kakome, Krorez, and Soldier’s Beach, with clear water, swim stops, shade, music, and free cancellation.
“A nice excursion that was just long enough. Nice staff and great places to swim from the boat.Auto-translated”
Review of Saranda’s Blue Eye tour, with clear springs, forest walks, central transfers, cash tips, and honest advice about swimming.
“Guide and other staff were great. Guide did double duty speaking in both French and English to meet the language preferce for everyone on the trip. I was impressed. Beautiful location”
Explore southern Albania from Saranda with a private guide, visiting the Blue Eye, Gjirokaster Castle, Ottoman homes, and Lekuresi Castle.
“Absolutely great trip, our guide Ari was extremely friendly and knowledgeable. We went to some great spots and the sights were amazing. Ari answered all our questions and gave us great detail about the history and culture of Albania and surrounding parts, all was very interesting. The lunch Ari provided for us was one of the best lunches I have ever eaten, truly delicious. I would highly recommend Ari and his trips. His local knowledge is vast and he also told us about some places near our hotel to visit which were brill.”
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!”
Spend six hours on a VIP catamaran from Saranda, swimming at Krorez, Kakome, Soldier’s Beach, and Qefal with lunch included.
“A very wonderful tour. The boat was very spacious. We were able to stop at each stop for an ample amount of time for a swim . The crowd was amazing too everyone was dancing at various points and staff was very responsive and attentive. I would recommend going !”
Explore Gjirokaster, the Blue Eye, and Lekursi Castle from Saranda on a small-group day tour with pickup and an air-conditioned vehicle.
“The driver was very nice and drove safely! Spoke good english and told us about Albania and the places we drove by. Would recommend this tour if you want to visit Blue eye and Gjirokaster. We were very happy with the tour :)”
Visit Albania’s Blue Eye spring and Lekuresi Castle from Saranda on a short private tour with mountain, sea, and island views.
“We truly enjoyed our visit and tour of the national Park of Blue Eye & Lekuresi castle. Our guide, Jona and the company were fabulous. Jona was very informative and was a delight to spend our day with. She had a great suggestion to include Butrint National Archeological Park which was very interesting to see and truthfully the highlight of our day. We highly recommend this company and Jona….they were both most professional and informative. It was about a 5 hour tour, but for us the private tour was the way to go. Enjoy!”
Pick a mountain, a coast road or a kitchen.
