2-Hour Butrint Archaeological Tour with UNESCO Heritage Highlights

2 Hours Round trip from SH81 Easy pace
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The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Explore Butrint, Albania's largest archaeological site and a UNESCO World Heritage treasure
  • 02 Discover the site's highlights: the Theatre, Baptistery with its intricate mosaic floor, and major ruins including the Temple of Asclepius, Roman Baths, Basilica, and historic City Gates
  • 03 Enjoy the scenic setting of sea, lake, natural channel, hills, and mountains surrounding the site

Discover Butrint, Albania's largest archaeological site and one of the Mediterranean's most important historical treasures. Set on a scenic peninsula surrounded by the sea, lake, a natural channel, hills, and mountains, Butrint combines stunning nature with ancient history. Explore the ruins of a thriving port city that flourished for centuries while enjoying the area's rich flora and fauna, and uncover the legend linking Butrint to the Trojans and Aeneas, the mythical founder of Rome. Protected by UNESCO and the Ramsar Convention, this world heritage treasure is waiting to be explored.

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 2 Hours
Tour type Shared
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Not included
Transport Not included
Wheelchair access Not applicable
Cities Sarande, Butrint National Park
Languages Albanian, English, Italian

Day by day

The itinerary

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Day 01

Butrint National Park Archaeological Tour

  • The itinerary can be customized based on the client's requests.

  • Explore Butrint, Albania's largest archaeological site and a UNESCO World Heritage treasure.

  • See the Theatre, one of the best-preserved ancient theatres in the region.

  • Visit the Baptistery, renowned for its intricate mosaic floor.

  • Discover the Temple of Asclepius, Roman Baths, Basilica, and historic City Gates.

  • Enjoy the scenic setting of sea, lake, natural channel, hills, and mountains around the site.

  • The tour can be arranged at the entrance of the site, or organized with pickup and transfer from your place of stay in Sarandë or Ksamil for an additional cost.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from SH81 2 cities · 2 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • The tour is available in English or Italian.

What's Not Included

    • Tickets

    • Drinks

    • Food

    • Any other expenses not specified in the program are not included.

What to bring

  • Water

  • Hat

  • Walking sticks (if needed)

  • Comfortable shoes, preferably closed-toe

  • Sunscreen

Know before you go

  • The terrain is mostly gravel and ranges from easy to moderate.

  • There is no access for strollers, and the site may be challenging for visitors with specific health issues.

  • From the basilica to the exit, there are several stairs both ascending and descending, which can be difficult for people with:

  • Leg or mobility problems

  • Heart conditions

  • Breathing difficulties

  • In some areas, handrails are missing on the stairs.

  • Transfers from your place of stay in Sarandë or Ksamil can be arranged for an additional cost, depending on your request.

  • Driver/guide service is available upon request.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Butrint National Park, SH81, Butrint, Albania
Tour start
SH81, Butrint, Albania
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 2 hours finish where they began, in SH81.

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