Blue Eye Experience & Lekursi Castle Sunset from Saranda
Overview
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3 hours 30 minutes
Mobile ticket
Start with pickup from a meeting point that is convenient-located in the city center of Sarande.
Hop onboard a climate-controlled van and take in the beauty of the Albanian countryside on the scenic drive
to the Blue Eye spring parking area.
Have plenty of free time to take the 15-minute walk to the spring, walk along the edge of the turquoise water,and soak up the verdant natural surroundings. Spend
your time dipping your feet in the refreshing water,purchasing a cup of coffee to sip, or capturing pictures
of this breathtaking setting:
Get back on the van for the drive to hilltop ruins of Lekursi Castle which has imposing round towers
Admire the glow of the setting sun with sweeping views of Corfu Town, the city of Ksamil, the river Bistrica, Lake Butrint, and the lonian Sea.
Return to your meeting point in Sarande withunforgettable memories of Blue Eye spring and Lekursi Castle.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
The Blue Eye
Our guide will wait you on our meeting point and then we will drive to Blue Eye Spring, during the road we will see the Bistrica river with its clear water, a lot of different trees, nature forest. After we will arrive on the parking lot we should walk around 12 min to the Blue Eye Spring(optional going by train-3€ each way).We will have time for photos, trying the cold water of Blue Eye, break time for a coffee.
Last location will be Lekursi Castle, we will be on time to catch an amazing sunset from the castle, one of the highest place of the city. From here we can see Ionian sea, Bistrica River, Butrinti Lake, Sarande City, village around Corfu and Ksamil.
What‘s Included
All Fees and Taxes
Air-conditioned vehicle
One way by train on Blue Eye(Train is not operating from November to April)
Blue eye entry fee
Meals
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Options
Blue Eye Experience & Lekursi Castle Sunset from Saranda
Reviews
38 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Magical sunset and blue eye evening in Albania
165antarav,May 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Amazing experience for first timers in Albania. Loved the blue eye as well as the lekursi Castle sunset. Sunset was like the showstopper. Pure magic. The trip was very smooth. Tourist guides were very attentive and helpful. Both of them were very friendly. The tour was altogether for 4.5 hours which was all worth it.
Blue eye & Lëkurësi castle
Sindija S,Apr 29, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Absolutely loved today’s trip to Blue Eye & Lëkurësi Castle 💙✨ So many breathtaking views, amazing energy and super knowledgeable guides. Truly a beautiful and memorable experience!
Highly recommend
helenlZ8545MN,Apr 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I had an amazing experience today visiting the Blue Eye and watching the sunset as part of a tour. Everything was very well organized from start to finish, and the guide was friendly, professional, and knowledgeable. The Blue Eye was absolutely stunning — the color of the water is something you really have to see in person. The stop for sunset was also perfectly timed, giving us a beautiful and relaxing end to the day. Transport was comfortable, and the whole trip felt smooth and stress-free. I really appreciated how the guide made sure everyone was taken care of and had enough time to enjoy each stop. Highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting the area — definitely one of the highlights of my trip!
The best thing to do in Sarande!
418eraldh,Apr 10, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We enjoyed this tour so much! One of the best things to do in Sarande. The guide was very friendly and informative. I highly recommend this tour!
Amazing!
619lucianed,Apr 10, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It exceeded expectations. All perfect. It is very worth taking this walk
5* - we got engaged!
Andy D,Apr 6, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Definitely worth the money, even just for the destinations. Guide was great. We actually got engaged on this trip at the blue eye. Forever grateful! Many thanks!
Very nice!
Victor N,Sep 22, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00It was very well organised. The guide was very friendly and gave interesting information about the place. The bus was very comfortable.
Well planned good guide...
Allan N,Sep 6, 2025
- Review from Viator
4.00Well planned good guide Blue eye lovely settings About right time spent at locations Castle at sunset very busy traffic
Worth the visit, Blue eye and castle
Camper686916,Aug 26, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Amazing experience, excellent guided trip. The vehicle was good and our trip was well managed. The driver and the tour guide were very knowledgeable and helpful as well
Lovely tour and great guide
Safari54616377727,Aug 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Lovely trip to Blue Eye and Castle - guide was great. Very busy at the castle to watch the sunset, but still nice end to the tour.
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