The beauty of South: Butrint, Gjirokaster and Blue Eye spring
Sarandë, Albania
Explore the most UNESCO sites and Blue Eye Spring park, culture and nature.
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Duración 10 horas
Duración facilitada por el proveedor de la experiencia.
Idiomas
inglés, italiano
Tamaño del grupo
De 2 a 15 viajeros
Descripción completa
Experience the very best of Southern Albania on an unforgettable journey through history, culture, and nature. This full-day tour combines three of Albania's most iconic destinations: the UNESCO World Heritage Sites of Butrint and Gjirokastër, together with the breathtaking Blue Eye Spring.
Walk through the ancient ruins of Butrint, where Greek, Roman, Byzantine, and Venetian civilizations have left their mark over thousands of years. Continue to the crystal-clear waters of the Blue Eye, one of Albania's most spectacular natural wonders, before exploring the cobbled streets of Gjirokastër, known as the "City of Stone", famous for its traditional Ottoman architecture, imposing castle, and rich cultural heritage.
Perfect for travelers who want to experience Southern Albania's history, nature, and authentic atmosphere in a single unforgettable day.This a tour that makes you travel in time, from ancient times ( in Butrint) to the Ottoman period in Albania, in Gjirokaster. A walk through history, legends, traditions and nature, starting with the Theater of Butrint, the Baptistery, the Grand Basilica and we continue to the old Bazaar in Gjirokaster.
A particular mix of culture, history, legends and nature that will take you back in time and understand how much you can discover and explore just in few places.
Itinerario
Our certified guide will meet you at Saranda port (or at the hotel) and take you at the transport vehicle to start the tour. The drive from the Port to Butrint is 35-40 min ( depends on the traffic) You will drive to Butrint, the archeological site and have a nice walk through nature and centuries of history.
After the tour in Butrint, you will drive to Gjirokaster, the city of stone. The drive will take 1.5 hours (according to the traffic). A gorgeous view of the mountains that divide the two regions is what you will see on the way. The tour in Gjirokaster starts at the beginning of the old Bazar. You will have some free time to explore it after the visit at the Castle.
After lunch in one of the traditional restaurants you can enjoy some personal time to explore the Old Bazar in the old part of the city of Gjirokaster. You can choose a souvenir to remember Albania or you can enjoy a nice coffee or a local beer at the local traditional bars at the Bazar.
¿Qué viene incluido?
Incluye
- Guía
- Traslado
- Precio de entrada
- ✔ Professional Local Guide
- ✔ Private Air-Conditioned Transportation
- ✔ Hotel Pick-up & Drop-off (Saranda)
- ✔ Entrance Ticket to Butrint National Archaeological Park
- ✔ Entrance ticket to Gjiiorkastra Castle
- ✔ Entrance fee at Blue Eye Park
- ✔ Train ticket at Blue Eye Park
- ✔ Bottled Water
- ✔ Listening devices for groups 5-10 people.
No incluye
- ✘ Lunch ( Only on request traditional food at a local restauratnt)
- ✘ Personal Expenses, Souvenirs, etc
- ✘ Tips and Gratuities
- ✘ Additional Food & Drinks
Información importante
Punto de encuentro
Sarandë, Albania
No olvides
Comfortable shoes for walking Cable stone roads and lots of steps ( In Butrint) Hat, sunscreen or raincoat according to the weather conditions.Not wheelchair accessibleNot stroller accessibleInfant seats unavailableNot recommended for people with heart conditionsthe meeting point can be at your hotel or the Port of Saranda comfortable shoes, both visits will be in a cable stone roadsduring summer time, insect repellentwalking polls for the ones that might have any walking difficulties
Política de anulación
Standard Viator policy 0% charge if cancelled within 24000 hours of start. 100% charge if cancelled within 24 hours of start.
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En GetExperience desde 2026
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