From Tirana/Durres/Golem: Saranda, Ksamil and Blue Eye Day Trip

Overview

What you’ll do

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.

Ksamil is one of Albania’s most famous seaside destinations, known for its white beaches and crystal-clear waters. In Ksamil you will have a 1.5 hours free time so you have time to swim, relax on the beach, enjoy food or drinks with a sea view, take photos to the hand of Ksamil or join a boat trip (optional) to visit the nearby islands. Before your free time begins, the tour guide will clearly explain all available options and assist you if needed.

After Ksamil we head to Saranda, one of Albania’s most popular coastal cities, beautifully located along the Ionian Sea. Upon arrival, the guide will introduce the city and its highlights before you enjoy the free time to explore the seaside promenade, relax by the waterfront, enjoy a coffee with a sea view, take photos, or experience the lively atmosphere of this charming coastal destination.

After your free time in Gjirokastër, we continue to the Blue Eye (Syri i Kaltër), one of Albania’s most remarkable natural attractions. Surrounded by lush greenery, this stunning spring is famous for its deep turquoise waters and mysterious depth. Here, you will have 1.5 hours of free time to walk through the nature park, admire the crystal-clear spring, take photos, enjoy the peaceful surroundings, or relax at one of the nearby cafés.

KNOW BEFORE YOU GO: PICK UP: If you select the hotel pick-up option, please note that in some cases, you may be kindly asked to walk a short distance (1–10 minutes) to a nearby main street. IMPORTANT: You’ll receive the final tour details via email and WhatsApp the night before the tour starts. Pick-up times may slightly change depending on the schedule, so it’s very important to check our message. LANGUANGE: The tour is conducted only in English with a live tour guide. Other languages are available only in the digital booklet, not spoken during the tour. MOBILE DATA ROAMING: On the tour day, all communication will be via WhatsApp, so please make sure your phone have mobile data/roaming enabled. FITNESS LEVEL: Participants should have a basic level of fitness to comfortably complete the tour. DURATION: During the summer high season, this tour may take longer due to traffic, so please plan for a full and extended day experience PICK-UP TIME MAY CHANGE FROM THE ORIGINAL BOOKING TIME!

Good to know

• 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.