Saranda, Ksamil and Gjirokastra UNESCO -From Tirana/Durres/Golem
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Experience the best of southern Albania in one day, from the UNESCO-listed old town of Gjirokastër to the turquoise beaches of Saranda and Ksamil. A perfect mix of history, scenery & seaside time in one Day Tour.
Additional Info
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Kindly note that this tour is not suitable for children under 4 years old
Not recommended for travelers with knee problems.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Tirana
Start your day with an early morning pickup from your hotel in Tirana or from a meeting point in Durrës or Golem. Sit back and relax as your professional tour guide takes care of everything, sharing interesting facts about Albania and the places you will visit along the way.
Gjirokaster
After a short coffee and restroom stop, we head to Gjirokastër, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known as the “Stone City.” Upon arrival, the guide will introduce the history of the city and walk with you to the old town. You will then enjoy your free time to explore the charming stone streets, visit the old bazaar, have a coffee, or enjoy a light snack while experiencing the authentic atmosphere of this historic city.
What‘s Included
Pick up and drop-off from Durres or Golem (meeting points)
Air Conditioned transportation to the destination locations
Pick up and drop-off from Tirana
Road Taxes
English speaking tour guide
Snacks and drinks
Museum / Castle entrance
Boat trips and/or Kayaks rent
Sunbeds
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
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Departure from Golem
Pickup included
Departure from Durres
Pickup included
Departure from Tirana
Pickup included
Reviews
125 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Trip in Albania 🇦🇱
T4408JFfrancescab,Mar 14, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I had a wonderful experience during my trip in Albania with Ervin. He was extremely professional, friendly, and knowledgeable throughout the entire tour. He made the day very enjoyable and shared many interesting insights about the places we visited. I truly appreciated his positive attitude and organization. I highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting Albania!
The Girokaster tour
225josephinef,Mar 10, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The Girokaster tour was really nice. Ervin our tour guide and driver was really nice and helpful explained everything well for us. He's got perfect English and we could communicate with him without problems. He really took great care of us.
Nice day.
matgoc,Mar 8, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Everything well organized, the guide of 10 and the places visited too.
Fantastic day trip to Ksamil
678olivea,Mar 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Where do I start? It’s just been a wonderful day with Ervin our tour guide. He definitely had his hands full with a group of 10 women and all the time it took us to take pictures but he’s been so patient with us. Initially we thought 13 hours was a bit excessive but we were surprised when we came to our last stop at Ksamil because we wanted more. Ervin has a very good knowledge of the area which made it so much more interesting. We have had such a lovely day and lunch at Saranda was amazing which was Ervin’s recommendation. I will definitely recommend this tour. Just been incredible. Thanks Ervin for a wonderful day. You really made our day
Happy Holiday!
522ibukuna,Mar 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The experience was great and we had memorable moments!
Amazing experience
blessingritaa,Mar 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Amazing time with friends and our tour guide Ervin was wonderful with us. We enjoyed every moment, I will always recommend
Absolute perfection
AnnaKopli,Feb 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I liked swimming in Ksamil beach the most. All the road was magnificent and very scenic. The castle of Gjirokaster was very cool. Everything was perfect. Most of all, we are the most happy with our tour guide Ervin. He was very sweet, funny and interesting. He answered all of our questions and was very welcoming. We felt very good in his company. I highly recommend doing your tours with him!
Tour of Gjirokastra and Ksamil
cheriem766,Feb 7, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was a wonderful tour and Ervin was a fantastic guide. He was knowledgeable about Albanian history and culture and he was very kind and personable. We had a wonderful lunch in Saranda at the end of our tour. I highly recommend it!
Very good experience!
lucaaX8815EL,Feb 7, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Ervin has been very attentive during the excursion. The perfect balance between making a trip fun and safe. It is many hours by car but we have been lucky for the company:) Sama and Luca
Rather longish drive...
Reza R,Feb 3, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Rather longish drive however it was beautiful and Bledi is one of the best guides ever. Very knowledgeable and a good sense of humour. He made us try the best Burek in Albania. The monastery enroute was peaceful and beautiful.
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