Top 10 City Tours in Saranda

1.The Stone City & Blue Eye- The monument of Nature.

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 180 reviews · 6 to 7 hours (approx.) · from $71Our pick

Review of Rei Tours’ Gjirokastër and Blue Eye trip from Saranda, with castle, bazaar, Cold War tunnel, costs, walking tips, and honest advice.

“It was an awesome day tour with Marcia (if I’m spelling that correctly). We saw a lot within g a short amount of time. Very informative tour. Comfortable van transportation around the sites. She was very knowledgeable and personable. Despite the rain, we had a very good time.”

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2.Gjirokastra Stone City & Blue Eye Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 121 reviews · 6 hours · from $69

Explore Gjirokastra Castle, its Cold War tunnel, Skenduli House, and the Blue Eye on a guided day trip from Saranda.

“We really enjoyed our trip with Marcia - we couldn't have asked for a more knowledgeable and passionate local guide. Marcia provided us with an overall history of Albania and answered all questions asked of her with ease. Particular highlights were the stories from the cold war tunnel, the beautiful Gjirokastra bazaar and, of course, the Blue Eye.”

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3.Tour to Butrint Antic City/Blue Eye Spring/Lekursi Castle

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 43 reviews · 4 to 6 hours (approx.) · from $86Top rated

Review of Saranda’s private tour to Butrint, the Blue Eye, Lëkurësi Castle, and Ksamil, with practical advice on cost, walking, and timing.

“Our guide, Klajdi, waited for us near the port. Our ferry was late and we had to be back in time. Because it was a private tour that was no problem! He gave us all the time we needed to look around and to take pictures and gave us al lot of information about the sites we visited Most important: He is a very nice, kind person. Good impression of Sarande.”

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4.Ancient City of Butrint, UNESCO World Heritage site – A Must

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 27 reviews · 2 to 3 hours (approx.) · from $63

Explore UNESCO-listed Butrint from Saranda with a private guide, hotel pickup, air-conditioned transport, and vivid stories of six civilizations.

“Definitely worth a visit. We had a great guide, knowledgeable, caring and extremely pleasant. Some of the paths and steps were tricky for my wife. Girt was very patient and helpful.”

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5.Butrint Ancient City Blue Eye Spring and Lekursi Castle Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 21 reviews · 5 to 6 hours (approx.) · from $81

Review of Saranda’s Butrint, Blue Eye, and Lekursi Castle tour, with practical advice on price, timing, sights, transport, and value.

“Even in winter conditions, the tour was smooth and enjoyable. I would definitely recommend booking with them if you want a peaceful and well-guided experience.”

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6.Visit The Ancient City of Butrint and the Beaches of Ksamil

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 17 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $77

Review of the Butrint and Ksamil tour from Saranda, with practical advice on ancient ruins, beach time, guides, transport, price, and value.

“The experience was great! I visited this ancient site and it's been amazing, also because we were routed by a fantastic and passionate guide named Elidon! This guy made the whole group feel like the ancient world were still alive nowadays, a jump into the past. He's really well informed about the history and his country, he also mentioned some ancient legends which made me dream a bit. It's a must have if plan to go to butrint. We also had the chance to visit ksamil's beaches and have a swim in that beautiful water paradise. Thanks for everything!”

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7.2.5-hour walking tour around the city

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 15 reviews · 2h 30m · from $23Best value

Explore Saranda’s synagogue ruins, museums, bunker, and Ionian promenade on a guided 150-minute walk for $23.

“Top, met Mira onze gids de andere kant van Sarande gezien; historie en ontwikkeling van de stad en Albanië in algemeen. Door de persoonlijke aandacht van Mira echt een aanrader 👍”

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8.Visit the City of Gjirokastra

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 12 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $92

Explore Gjirokastra from Saranda with castle, museums, local guides, free time, transfers, and practical value advice.

“Gjitokaster is a true matvel and so rich in history from the narrow alleys to the statues to the castle. And the views are breathtaking. Albania is such an underappreciated country. Its still so natural in many places and the landscape is fantastic. Our driver Sula was great and our tourguide Dennis was very knowledgeable all along the way to Gjirokaster and when visiting the town.”

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9.Saranda City Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6 reviews · 1 to 3 hours (approx.) · from $29

Review of Saranda City Tour, a private three-hour outing with pickup, local guidance, flexible cancellation, and a $29.79 price.

“I have been in saranda for 2 mounths and we had a great time with leka tours guide to the best places in Saranda”

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10.Saranda city tour, Lekursi castle and Kayaking at the Blue Eye

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $53

Review of Saranda’s city walk, Lekursi Castle views, and Blue Eye visit, with practical advice on price, timing, transport, and kayaking.

“The tour was very good. Gert our tour guide spoke great English. He was very knowledgeable and friendly. Lunch was very tasty and the homemade wine was delicious!”

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