Half-day Tour in South Albania (Blue Eye, Lekursi Castle, Ksamil)
Overview
I'm from Saranda. I'm a natural local guide and I'm really passionated to welcome the guests.
Actually I have designed unique experiences which are totally different in a great harmony with each other such as knowledges about our culture and traditions, visiting archeological nearby spots and exploring the hidden corners of nature.
Every visiting of those spots will be the most of your journey where you can take many pics.
That experience is about having awesome fun by discovering the coolest places you haven't seen anywhere.
Actually I have designed unique experiences which are totally different in a great harmony with each other such as knowledges about our culture and traditions, visiting archeological nearby spots and exploring the hidden corners of nature.
Every visiting of those spots will be the most of your journey where you can take many pics.
That experience is about having awesome fun by discovering the coolest places you haven't seen anywhere.
Inclusions
- Snacks
- Bottled water
- Private transportation
- Local guide
- Entrance fees
- Entry/Admission - The Blue Eye
What to expect
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: The Blue Eye, Vlore Albania
The Blue Eye (Syri i Kaltër) is a water spring and natural phenomenon occurring near Muzinë in Vlorë County, southern Albania. A popular tourist attraction, the clear blue water of the river bubbles forth from a depth of more than fifty metres. Divers have descended to fifty metres, but it is still unclear what the actual depth of the karst hole is. Blue Eye is one of the most beautiful sights in Southern Albania and an easy day trip from Saranda. Conveniently, the Blue Eye in Albania is also right on the way to the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Gjirokastra (also written Gjirokastër), Berat’s twin city.
It’s quite easy to see both the Blue Eye and Gjirokastra together in a day trip if you are based in Saranda or Ksamil. If you have more time, you can visit them separately as well.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Lekuresi Castle, Saranda Albania
Lëkurësi Castle (Kalaja e Lëkurësit) is a ruined castle in Lëkurës, southern Albania. The castle is on a strategic hill point overlooking the town of Saranda, southeast of the town centre. From here one can control the whole town as well as the islands of Ksamil.
The castle of Lëkurës was built in 1537 by Sultan Suleiman the Magnificent who had attacked Corfu and needed to control the harbor of Saranda and the road that connected it with Butrint.
Duration: 45 minutes
Stop At: Plazhi Ksamilit, Ksamil 9706, Albania
There are so many beaches occurred in Ksamil, but i'll make sure to show you my favorite one.
Duration: 50 minutes
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: The Blue Eye, Vlore Albania
The Blue Eye (Syri i Kaltër) is a water spring and natural phenomenon occurring near Muzinë in Vlorë County, southern Albania. A popular tourist attraction, the clear blue water of the river bubbles forth from a depth of more than fifty metres. Divers have descended to fifty metres, but it is still unclear what the actual depth of the karst hole is. Blue Eye is one of the most beautiful sights in Southern Albania and an easy day trip from Saranda. Conveniently, the Blue Eye in Albania is also right on the way to the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Gjirokastra (also written Gjirokastër), Berat’s twin city.
It’s quite easy to see both the Blue Eye and Gjirokastra together in a day trip if you are based in Saranda or Ksamil. If you have more time, you can visit them separately as well.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Lekuresi Castle, Saranda Albania
Lëkurësi Castle (Kalaja e Lëkurësit) is a ruined castle in Lëkurës, southern Albania. The castle is on a strategic hill point overlooking the town of Saranda, southeast of the town centre. From here one can control the whole town as well as the islands of Ksamil.
The castle of Lëkurës was built in 1537 by Sultan Suleiman the Magnificent who had attacked Corfu and needed to control the harbor of Saranda and the road that connected it with Butrint.
Duration: 45 minutes
Stop At: Plazhi Ksamilit, Ksamil 9706, Albania
There are so many beaches occurred in Ksamil, but i'll make sure to show you my favorite one.
Duration: 50 minutes
Additional information
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Infants must sit on laps
- Infant seats available
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Most travelers can participate
- Traveler must have their own facemasks and gloves due to the risks of Covid-19
- Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
- Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- 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
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Ticket delivery
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
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August 2021
Hey, I’d like to tell about excursion with Ari guide. First of all, it’s pretty comfortable cause it’s private and by car so you should not be with strangers in the bus. Second, Ari guide chose the right time, it was about 8 a.m. so the traffic was ok and it was not crowded cause this excursion ...
Hey, I’d like to tell about excursion with Ari guide. First of all, it’s pretty comfortable cause it’s private and by car so you should not be with strangers in the bus. Second, Ari guide chose the right time, it was about 8 a.m. so the traffic was ok and it was not crowded cause this excursion is pretty popular. Ari is enough sociable, has high level of English and nice pronunciation. Also he takes fruits and water for each one, that’s pretty sweet. Ari told us legend about Blue eye and gave information about the castle. As I’m advanced Instagram user I’m rather interested in taking photos and was very glad Ari is an amazing photographer. All our family 100% satisfied with our guide and excursion. I do recommend Ari the guide to everyone! Don’t skip him!klaviad
August 2021
This tour was fantastic, we could not recommend it more highly! Ari is a very lovely guide, with lots of knowledge of the places we visited and Albania’s history. He is friendly and lovely to talk to, and passionate. His extra touches to make the tour more comfortable were very appreciated. With ...
This tour was fantastic, we could not recommend it more highly! Ari is a very lovely guide, with lots of knowledge of the places we visited and Albania’s history. He is friendly and lovely to talk to, and passionate. His extra touches to make the tour more comfortable were very appreciated. With Ari you also get a fantastic built in photographer! Don’t miss out!Lorenne1983
December 2019
I and 2 of my friends decided to have this tour. Ari is such a nice guy and so passionated with his job. Blue eye, Lekursi castle and Ksamili beach all in one!!! Do not miss it
I and 2 of my friends decided to have this tour. Ari is such a nice guy and so passionated with his job. Blue eye, Lekursi castle and Ksamili beach all in one!!! Do not miss itmichr2018
September 2019
We did a morning trip to Blue Eye with Ari which was fantastic! Ari was a really informative guide and knew lots about the local area. Very courteous & a genuinely lovely guy. Would highly recommend!
We did a morning trip to Blue Eye with Ari which was fantastic! Ari was a really informative guide and knew lots about the local area. Very courteous & a genuinely lovely guy. Would highly recommend!fredhK8851HH
June 2023
Blue eye was erg mooi en Ari de gids was erg leuk en geeft veel informatie een weg leuke trip . Ook nog kasteel Leskura bezocht en genoten van het prachtige uitzicht.
Blue eye was erg mooi en Ari de gids was erg leuk en geeft veel informatie een weg leuke trip . Ook nog kasteel Leskura bezocht en genoten van het prachtige uitzicht.vincentar2023
September 2023
Ari was an amazing guide who showed us all the beauty of Albania.I would recommend his tour,it was the best day and the Blue Eye spring was beautiful
Ari was an amazing guide who showed us all the beauty of Albania.I would recommend his tour,it was the best day and the Blue Eye spring was beautiful