Tour to Butrint Unesco Site - Blue Eye-Ksamil and Lekursi Castle
Overview
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Discover the best of southern Albania on this carefully planned day tour from Saranda, combining history, nature, and stunning coastal views in one unforgettable experience. Travel in comfort with a professional local guide as you visit the region’s top highlights.
Explore Butrint National Park (UNESCO World Heritage Site), where ancient Greek, Roman, and Byzantine ruins blend within a rich natural landscape.
Continue to the famous Blue Eye Spring, known for its crystal-clear turquoise waters and peaceful forest surroundings. Walk the scenic path or take the optional train for easier access.
Enjoy a panoramic stop at Hartë Bay, where your guide introduces the small Ksamil islands and their stories, followed by free time in Ksamil to admire its crystal-clear waters.
End at Lekursi Castle with breathtaking views over Saranda, the Ionian Sea, and Corfu. This well-organized tour is ideal for cruise visitors, with guaranteed on-time return.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
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 To Expect
If you visit Saranda, you should make a stop at Lëkursi Castle. This fortress construction dates back to the 16th century and is in a square with two round towers sitting diagonally. Its tricky position on a hill of about 300 meters in height and its picturesque views of Saranda, the Butrint Lagoon, and even the island of Corfu make this destination a tourist preference. Besides that, inside the fortress, you will find one of the best-known bars and restaurants in Saranda, which also offers the sunset’s most beautiful view.
The Blue Eye
Albania’s famous Blue Eye (Syri i kaltër) is a water spring and natural phenomenon that each visitor should witness. A popular tourist attraction, the beautiful light turquoise river stuns with its beauty.You’ll first be enchanted by the surrounding dense forest and the beautiful light blue river that flows through this natural paradise. The Blue Eye is located beneath a small metal balcony that was built so you can get a closer look.The Blue Eye is a water spring with extremely light blue water bubbles in a more than 50-metre deep pool. You’ll be mesmerized by how clear the water is, to the point that you’ll be able to see straight to the bottom.Divers have attempted to descend into the Blue Eye to calculate its actual depth but it’s still unclear how far the mysterious hole really goes. (We have to walk by foot for 30 min to reach the destination so take any bottle of water )
What‘s Included
Private transportation
Air-conditioned vehicle
Parking Fees
Snacks
Lunch
Entrance fee at Butrint Antic City wich costs 1000 lek / person
Train Tickets to Blue Eye(one way ticket)
Pickup points
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Options
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Private
Pickup included
Tour to Butrint Antic City/Blue Eye Spring/Lekursi Castle
Group Tour
Pickup included
Reviews
61 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great tour of Sarande!
Melissa G,Apr 20, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This is an excellent tour. Our guide, MariGlen was exceptional. He is very knowledgeable about his country and its history. I highly recommend using this company. I might add that visitors to Albania need to exercise patience at times. This country is very new to tourism and large crowds can overwhelm them quickly. MariGlen did an excellent job of keeping us all together during a few trying times. Take this tour!
Good for coming back in time 🙏🏻
hanaaO9737IL,Apr 15, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very nice experience Thankyou so much for the great day Its best option for cruise passangers normaly !
Back in time at the cruise 🙏🏻
E9472XXgabrielas,Apr 15, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Met them inside the port and found them quickly.Butrint National Park was bigger than expected and the guide explained things in a simple way which was nice blue Eye was really nice, even with a bit of walking.Finished at Lëkurësi Castle with a great view. Back on time for the ship, no stress.
Smooth and enjoyable
416lindu,Apr 15, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Easy pickup inside the port, small group and comfortable ride.Visited Butrint National Park, Blue Eye, Ksamil and Lëkurësi Castle in one day.Didn’t feel rushed and still got back on time.
Friendly team
gioelev870,Apr 15, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Good communication before the tour and easy meeting point inside the port. The guide was friendly and not boring which I appreciated.Butrint National Park is definitely worth seeing.Blue Eye was colder than expected but very pretty.Everything went as planned, no issues.
Recommended
Wolfgang K,Apr 14, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00The guide was very friendly and concerned about his guests. He gave a lot of information about the destinations, without losing sight of the tight window.
This was a perfect shore...
Nicola F,Apr 6, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This was a perfect shore excursion. Klajdi had contacted us to organise the meeting point a couple of days before and also sent us a photo of himself so that we could recognise him! He was very friendly and spoke perfect English. There were 6 of us in the group and Klajdi made sure that all of the group could manage the paths and steps etc. He was great at explaining what we were seeing and the history. We thoroughly enjoyed our trip to the castle, Blue Eye and Butrint. Thankyou
Amazing day with Mariglen
409huanr,Apr 5, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Butrint rich in history , Blue Eye a mgaical natural spring and Lekursi such an amazing view from the top Thats all you need in Saranda😉and this tour covers all your desires!
Perfect!!
I3697XIjeremyt,Apr 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00If you are visiting Saranda, don’t miss this tour! Mariglen was an outstanding guide, very knowledgeable and friendly. Everything was organized perfectly and we had such a great time. One of the best tours we’ve ever done!
Nice tour
mariavF5167YG,Apr 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had an amazing day exploring Saranda and its surroundings. Mariglen was an excellent guide, very professional and caring with the group
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