From Saranda/Ksamil: Blue Eye, Gjirokaster & Lekursi Castle Day Trip

This day trip from Saranda or Ksamil covers three of southern Albania's most visited sites: the Blue Eye natural spring, the Ottoman-era hilltop city of Gjirokastra, and Lekursi Castle above Saranda. Gjirokastra is a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its distinctive stone architecture and the Skenduli House, while the Blue Eye is a karst spring where water rises from an estimated 50-metre depth. The trip is guided and transport is included from the departure points.

The itinerary takes in the castle's panoramic views over Saranda and the Ionian coast, the old bazaar quarter in Gjirokastra, and time at the Blue Eye spring. Tickets cover guided commentary, vehicle transport, and all three stops. For other options in the region, see things to do in Tirana and across Albania.