Albania Cruise from Corfu

Overview

Available languages

German

Russian

English

French

10 hours

Mobile ticket

Enjoy a full-day cruise to the south west Albania, from Corfu. Explore some of Albania's highlights, such as Ag. Saranda City, Butrint and the ancient city in an optional tour. You will travel from Corfu to Albania and back by ferry and hotel pickup and drop-off are included if selected.

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Public transportation options are available nearby

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Passport name, number, expiry date, date of birth. place of birth and country is required at time of booking for all participants

A moderate amount of walking is involved ( aprox. 1hr20min)

A minimum of 1 adult per booking is required

Children or youngs under 18 year old must be accompanied by an adult and carry on with them travel permission from parents who are not take place on the trip

A current valid passport is required on the day of travel

Guiding tours: Monday: English & German , Tuesday: English, German & French, Wednesday: English & German, Thusday: English, French & Italian, Friday: English, German & Russian, Saturday: English, German & French, Sunday: English, French & Italian

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

If the option of Butrind tour is selected

Boat ticket Corfu-Saranta - Corfu

The guided tour to Butrint archaeological site, if this option is selected

Hotel pickup - drop off service if the option is selected

Lunch, if the option of Butrind tour is not selected

Port taxes, Saranda

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

What To Expect

Saranda

Saranda is a modern town on the south east coast of Albania. Saranda is situated in the Albanian Riviera, known for its stunning beaches, crystal-clear waters, and picturesque landscapes. When boat arrives in the port in case that clients do not get part to the optional tour to Butrint they can have free time for about 6 hours in town or to do their own program. Attractions: Beaches: Saranda is renowned for its beautiful beaches, including Mirror Beach, Pasqyra Beach, and Ksamil Beach, offering opportunities for swimming, sunbathing, and water sports. Lekuresi Castle: Perched on a hill overlooking the town, Lekuresi Castle offers panoramic views of Saranda and the surrounding area. It's a popular spot for visitors to enjoy sunset views. Blue Eye Spring: A natural spring located near Saranda, Blue Eye Spring is known for its crystal-clear blue waters and unique underwater features.

6 hours • Admission Not Applicable

On supplement ( payable on the boat) is offered a guided tour from Saranta to Butrint by coach. Butrint is an ancient city located in present-day Albania, near the southernmost tip of the country, close to the city of Saranda. It was originally a Greek colony, later becoming a Roman city and eventually an important Byzantine city. Butrint is known for its archaeological significance, boasting ruins and structures dating back to various periods of history, including Greek, Roman, Byzantine, Venetian, and Ottoman periods. The site is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, recognized for its well-preserved remains, including a theater, temples, baths, an agora (marketplace), and defensive walls. Visitors to Butrint can explore the ancient city's streets, buildings, and monuments, gaining insight into its rich history and cultural significance. Later return in Saranda and q lunch is offered in restaurant.

1 hour 40 minutes • Admission Not Included

Options

Hotel transfer-without Butrint

Pick up / service is included
Only Saranda town: Free time in Saranda
Pickup included

Hotel transfer & Butrint tour

Butrint tour
Lunch in restaurant
Pickup included

Butrint tour without pick up

Butrint tour
Without transfer: Without hotel pick up / drop off service
Lunch in restaurant

Not transfer - No Butrint

Without transfer & Butrint: Without transfer service from / to hotel and without tour to Butrint

Reviews

4.01

126 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

No show.
Belinda M,
Oct 23, 2025
- Review from Viator
2.00
Didn't turn up. We waited in the correct location early before the pick up time for 25 minutes Called them to find out what was happening and was told that the bus was waiting for us which was a lie. Clearly couldn't be bothered to turn up and tried to blame us. Full refund was offered when I mentioned that we called them at the time they were supposedly waiting for us.
A lovely day out
Ranya T,
Oct 22, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
We all loved this. My two boys [11 & 13] really enjoyed exploring Butrint. The lunch was good at the restaurant ncr door. Our guide was very knowledgeable and they were super helpful throughout the experience. We had a couple of hours to explore the port town and enjoy some desserts the guide recommended. Try the triple leche! Definitely recommend.
Day trip to Albania
Janet B,
Oct 22, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
The Albanian side of the trip was great. Friendly guide and lovely people at the cafe. Would have bought more souvenirs if they had them.
The logistics of getting...
Luke D,
Oct 17, 2025
- Review from Viator
3.00
The logistics of getting there and back was seamless. Tour guide was good and very knowledgeable and lunch was really nice too. Some of the ancient mosaics were covered due to time of year (only open 2 months in summer). It would have been good if the tour guide could show photos of what is underneath. It would have been good to have a couple of minutes extra at each stop in the ruins to explore. The hour and 40 mins we had in Saranda was a perfect amount of time
Great One-Day Trip
AmaMamma,
Oct 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
This was a solid trip. Well run and delivered exactly what it said. The staff were excellent at moving you along. And the tour guide in Albania was fantastic! A great mix of information and facts. We loved the tour of the ruins at Butrint. If anything, the lunch was the letdown. Dry, overcooked chicken with little flavor. The accompanying rice dish was fine, but if you asked for the vegetarian option that was what you got - rice with some veggies in there. The appetizers were fine but the lunch really was just adequate. Otherwise, a great way to see some interesting sights in a short period of time.
Excellent excursion
bobfarq,
Oct 14, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Make sure you take the Butrint option as there is not alot to do in Serene for several hours. Be aware that Butrint will be difficult for those with mobility issues.
A trip worth doing if interested in history.
Leah C,
Oct 13, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00
Felt that overall, this trip was good value and a good experience. Tour guides were friendly. Interesting to learn about the communist history of Albania and to see Butrint. There’s quite a few steps and uneven ground, as to be expected. Lunch was nice too. Chicken with risotto, salad and bread. You need cash for the drinks. 1.5 hours to wander along the promenade or sunbathe was enough as Saranda is still developing and there’s a lack of shops. Please be aware that on Trip advisor, it says that Saranda port taxes aren’t included. This cost me an extra €20pp. Annoying, as a couple paid the same as me through their hotel (£60pp) and taxes were included.
Very well organized tour,...
Petra G,
Oct 11, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Very well organized tour, incl.Butrint, we didnt opt for hotel pickup. Bit more time in Sarande woukd be nicer, but we had to catch boat at certain time. National park Butrint was amazing and guide is very knowledgeable
A very well organised...
Neil H,
Oct 9, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
A very well organised tour, accurate to the description. All the transport links - ferry and coach - worked well. Butrint is a very interesting site and well worth a visit. The guide was superb, sharing lots of interesting information about all aspects of Albania's history up to the present day and with detailed information about the archaeological site. The lunch was also very good.
Discover
A5241DFjulieb,
Oct 8, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Excellent day trip to discover a piece of Albanian history. Too bad we can't take our time for lunch, that 45 minutes is short when we're at 12. No time to really enjoy and talk. Otherwise, I'm happy, hence my rating.