Albania · UNESCO Heritage Sites

6-Hour Blue Eye and Butrint Tour from Sarandë with Lëkurësi Castle

6 Hours Round trip from Sarandë Moderate pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Explore the Blue Eye Spring and admire its crystal-clear turquoise waters surrounded by lush forest
  • 02 Walk along wooden pathways for peaceful views and memorable photographs at the natural spring
  • 03 Discover the ancient ruins of Butrint National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site rich in Greek, Roman, and Byzantine history
  • 04 Visit landmarks such as the Roman Theatre, Lion Gate, Basilica, and Venetian Tower
  • 05 Enjoy panoramic views of Sarandë Bay and Corfu from the hilltop Lëkurësi Castle

Experience the best of southern Albania on this 6 hour guided tour from Sarandë, featuring the Blue Eye, Butrint National Park, and Lëkurësi Castle. Discover the vibrant Blue Eye Spring with its crystal-clear turquoise waters, explore the UNESCO-listed ancient city of Butrint with its Greek, Roman, and Byzantine ruins, and enjoy sweeping panoramic views of Sarandë and Corfu from historic Lëkurësi Castle.

Observe the vibrant turquoise pool created by an underground water source more than 50 meters deep.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 6 Hours
Tour type Shared
Activity level Moderate
Accommodation Not included
Transport Included
Wheelchair access No
Cities Sarande, Butrint National Park
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Blue Eye, Butrint, and Lëkurësi Castle from Sarandë

Stop 1: Pickup from Sarandë (15 minutes)

  • Meet your guide at your hotel or at the cruise port.

  • Begin a scenic drive through the Albanian countryside toward the Blue Eye Spring.

  • Receive a brief introduction to the region, its history, and the highlights of the day.

Stop 2: Visit the Blue Eye Spring (40-50 minutes)

  • Arrive at the Blue Eye, one of Albania's most beautiful natural springs.

  • Walk along wooden pathways surrounded by lush forest.

  • Observe the vibrant turquoise pool created by an underground water source more than 50 meters deep.

  • Enjoy time for photographs and peaceful views before returning to the vehicle.

Stop 3: Explore Butrint National Park (1.5-2 hours)

  • Continue the journey to Butrint, a UNESCO World Heritage archaeological site.

  • Explore the ancient city with your guide and learn about its Greek, Roman, Byzantine, and Venetian history.

  • Visit major highlights including the Roman Theatre, Lion Gate, Basilica, Venetian Tower, and the acropolis viewpoints.

  • Walk along forested pathways with views of the lagoon and surrounding wetlands.

Stop 4: Lëkurësi Castle (30-40 minutes)

  • Drive to Lëkurësi Castle, a 16th-century hilltop fortress overlooking Sarandë.

  • Admire panoramic views of Sarandë Bay, the Ionian Sea, and the island of Corfu.

  • Enjoy time for photographs or choose to have a relaxing drink while enjoying the scenery.

Stop 5: Drop-off in Sarandë (15 minutes)

  • Return comfortably to your hotel or to the cruise port.

  • End the tour with beautiful memories of the Blue Eye, Butrint, and Lëkurësi Castle.

Blue Eye, Butrint National Park, Lëkurësi Castle, Sarandë Bay

Where this trip takes you

Blue Eye, Butrint National Park, Lëkurësi Castle, Sarandë Bay

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Sarandë 2 cities · 6 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Private transportation with A/C
  • English-speaking guide
  • All road taxes and parking

What's Not Included

  • Entrance fees
  • Meals and beverages

What to bring

  • Wear comfortable walking shoes.

Know before you go

  • There is a 30-minute walk to enter the park at Blue Eye.
  • The tour is suitable for all ages.
  • The order of visits may change due to weather or traffic conditions.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Sarandë, Albania
Tour start
Sarandë, Albania
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 6 hours finish where they began, in Sarandë.

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