Tour to Blue Eye and Lekursi Castle from Saranda

Overview

Available languages

English

4 hours

Mobile ticket

Stop 1: The Blue Eye (Syri i Kaltër)

Your first destination is the magical natural spring known as the Blue Eye. Hidden deep between lush mountains, this crystal-clear spring offers breathtaking views and an unforgettable experience. The water maintains a chilly temperature of 8–12°C even during the summer, making it a refreshing natural wonder.

Enjoy a peaceful coffee break surrounded by untouched nature, the soothing sound of flowing water, and the serene energy of this mystical place.

Stop 2: Lekursi Castle

On your way back to Saranda, you’ll stop at the historic Lekursi Castle, perched high on a hill overlooking the entire region. From here, you’ll enjoy a spectacular 360° panoramic view — including the city of Saranda, the island of Corfu, Butrint Lake, the Bistrica River, ancient and modern architecture, mountains, churches, and mosques — all in one breathtaking landscape.

After the tour, you will be comfortably dropped off at your original point of departure.

Additional Info

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

Not recommended for pregnant travelers

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

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

What‘s Included

In-person guide: English

All Fees and Taxes

Air-conditioned vehicle

Lunch

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

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What To Expect

The Blue Eye

The Blue Eye Albania is a natural spring with a magical blue color. The spring has become a touristic attraction, because of its beauty. The Lonely Planet described the Blue Eye Albania as “magical and hypnotic”. And Atlas Obscura said it is “breath-taking and mesmerizing”.

2 hours • Admission Included

Lekursi Castle ( Kalaja e Lëkurësit) was built in the early 16th century by Sultan Suleymani and is located on the top of a hill in Lëkurës looking directly over Sarande. It’s located about 3-4km away from the center of Saranda. The castle was initially built to protect the city of Saranda from invaders accessing the coastline by boat. From the castle, you'll have great views of Corfu and Ksamil islands.

50 minutes • Admission Included

Options

“Wonders of the South: Blue Eye & Lekursi Castle Tour”

Pickup included

Private Tour

Duration: 4 hours
Pickup included

Reviews

4.83

18 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

VIP tour of Blue Eye, Monastery and the Castle.
Joel A,
Sep 17, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Kladji (our English tour guide) was so accommodating. A great way to get a personalized tour without having to board a bus with a big group. Kladji made sure our parking spot was close to each entrance to avoid a lot of walking in the hot sun. Highly recommend this tour!!!
Good way to see Albania
Alan F,
Jun 17, 2025
- Review from Viator
4.00
It was a very good tour with an excelent tour guide. We got to see a lot of the countryside outside Saranda.
Guide very pleasant but late so tour was rushed
Lydia M,
Apr 15, 2025
- Review from Viator
3.00
Our guide was very amiable but he arrived late and because we only had a set amount of time, the tour was rushed. It also meant we had no opportunity to eat and so had nothing to eat until after 6pm when we were back in Corfu - having had just a snack at breakfast!
Sarandë and the Blue Eye
K5945DHannem,
Nov 4, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
The views were amazing and the weather was just perfect. Our guide was excellent. We needed a wheelchair accessible tour and he couldn't have been more helpful.
Everyone should try
K4419PAalicef,
Nov 3, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Amazing beauty! It's one of the most beautiful places in Albnia, near Saranda. It's located in nature reservat, with such a great view from the mountains 🙀 The tour was incredible 👍 We spend a really good day🙏🏻
Amazing
E9472XXgabrielas,
Nov 3, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Amazing tour ✌🏻 The guide as a local provides a lot of information for all the sites and is very friendly Blue Eye was the best place we have visited during our stay in Albania Thanks again🙏🏻
Nice tour🙌
hanaaO9737IL,
Oct 21, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Perfect trip ,everything was amazing (the nature,clear water of Blue Eye ,the views from Lekursi Castle and Ksamil for 3 magical Islands😇) Thankyou Mariglen
Pleasant excursion
Kara V,
Oct 11, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00
Catch the train for 3€ pp into Blue Eye and save your time there for walking trails and sitting by the river. Brief time looking at the eye itself, but it’s great! Some pretty views from the castle. Sweet florist tour guide gave us a rose at the end of the tour.
Really nice place👍
774livian,
Oct 11, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Really nice tour! Absolutely beautiful sites. Our guide was also great and very knowledgeable. Thankyou Mariglen you are the best 👍 Greetings to you😊
Well day spent🙏🏻
lilindi55,
Oct 10, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
It is so beautiful! Not only the spring itself, but the whole park surrounding it is worth a visit. The tour guide has 5 years of experience doing this tour so it will be easy to get a lot of information from him 😂 Thankyouuuu Klajdii

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