The 15 Best Blue Eye Day Trips in Albania

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

1.Saranda, Ksamil, Blue Eye Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,584 reviews · 16h 30m · from $57Our pick

A full-day tour from Tirana or the coast to Sarandë, Ksamil, and the Blue Eye spring, with swims, sea views, and guided stops.

“We visited Ksamil, Sarandë, and the Blue Eye today and had a very good experience. The transport was well organized and comfortable, although it did get a little cold when the door was left open. The tour was not crowded, which made it feel calm and enjoyable. Our guide Beni spoke very good English and was friendly and informative. There were many stops along the way with great photo opportunities. We also joined the boat tour, which cost an extra 10 euros and was definitely worth it. Overall, a great day trip and good value for money.”

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Saranda: Lekursi Castle, Blue Eye, Gjirokaster, & More Tour

2.Lekursi Castle, Blue Eye, Gjirokaster, & More Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 884 reviews · 9 hours · from $47

Saranda day trip to Lekursi Castle, Blue Eye, Gjirokaster and more. Small-group guide plus comfy Mercedes van and great value.

“This day trip was a perfect blend of fun, history, and natural beauty. The itinerary was well-paced, giving us just the right amount of time at each stop, from the mesmerizing Blue Eye spring to the charming streets of Gjirokaster, the elegant Ottoman Bridge, and the panoramic views from Lekursi Castle. Our guide was not only informative and engaging throughout the tour, but also incredibly considerate. Since we were staying in Gjirokaster, he made sure we knew exactly how to reach our hotel and even helped us plan our route to the bus station for our next destination. That extra level of care made the experience feel personal and stress-free.…”

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Sarande: Blue Eye Spring and Lekursi Castle Sunset Tour

3.Blue Eye Spring and Lekursi Castle Sunset Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 798 reviews · 4 hours · from $30

Half-day van tour from Sarandë to Blue Eye Spring and Lekursi Castle sunset, with guide, photos, and seasonal train option.

“Thoroughly enjoyed this trip, really well organised (including a WhatsApp message before confirming the time/location). A great way to see the blue eye and the incredible sunset! Go and book!!!”

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Daily Trip To:Blue Eye,Monastery,Gjirokaster&Lekursi Castle

4.Daily Trip To:Blue Eye,Monastery,Gjirokaster&Lekursi Castle

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 665 reviews · 8 hours · from $47

A full-day small-group trip from Sarandë or Ksamil to Blue Eye, St Nicholas Monastery, UNESCO Gjirokastër, and Lëkurësi Castle.

“Great day trip, our guide was also very engaging and told a lot about significance of all places. I would recommend this daily tour definitely.”

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From Tirana, Durrës & Golem: Saranda, Blue Eye & Ksamil Tour

5.Saranda, Blue Eye & Ksamil Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 652 reviews · 1 day · from $56

One day from Tirana or Durrës to Saranda, Ksamil, and the Blue Eye. Includes pickup, guide, entry tickets, and guided nature stops.

“I really loved the whole day, it was amazing. the tour guide Ilmi was very informative, lovely and patient and made sure we checked out all the areas that worth seeing. He listened to every requests and made sure we have the best experience we could get. I would definietly book it again. The places we visited were beautiful and calming, very good food as well, prices were very affordable as well. This tour is definietly worth every penny. :)”

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From Tirana/Durres/Shkoder: Day Tour to Theth and Blue Eye

6.Day Tour to Theth and Blue Eye

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 470 reviews · 11 hours - 810 minutes · from $50

A full-day Northern Albania hike and swim combo, from Shkoder and Tirana to Theth, Qafe Thore views, and the Blue Eye.

“Absolutely incredible day with a small group of 5 of us (because it’s off season) and our amazing guide Daniel. The hike was gorgeous from start to finish and Daniel was wonderful, chatty, and very knowledgeable about the history of Theth village!”

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Best of Saranda: Blue Eye, Butrint, Ksamil & Lekuresi Castle

7.Best of Saranda: Blue Eye, Butrint, Ksamil & Lekuresi Castle

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 300 reviews · 6 hours · from $57

Six-hour Saranda day trip with Lekuresi Castle views, Blue Eye spring, UNESCO Butrint ruins, and Ksamil swim time, with port pickup.

“The day trip was great, even though it rained most of the day—something none of us can control anyway! Our guide mentioned they usually get 300 days of sunshine a year, so I must have brought the rain with me from the UK! He picked me up from my hotel and drove us to all the different stops. Each place was fascinating to visit, and our guide was knowledgeable and friendly throughout. A great experience overall!”

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From Tirana/Durrës/Golem: Saranda, Ksamil, Blue Eye Day Tour

8.Saranda, Ksamil, Blue Eye Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 288 reviews · 14 hours · from $52

A long, great-value day tour from Tirana, Durrës, or Golem to Saranda, Ksamil, Lekursi Castle, and the Blue Eye spring.

“Great day out but long. We saw some beautiful sights, the Blue eye is stunningly beautiful. Our tour guide Klod was friendly and pointed out different things along the way. I would definitely recommend the trip for the money you pay you get to see a lot.”

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Sarande: Blue Eye Kayak and walking tour & Lekursi Castle

9.Blue Eye Kayak and walking tour & Lekursi Castle

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 278 reviews · 4h 30m · from $45

Kayak Sarandë Blue Eye and visit Lëkurësi Castle. Half-day tour with transport, gear, entry, and free time to swim.

“Fantastic day out, Ledjon was very informative on tour and a great host for the day. Everything on time, well prepared and very enjoyable.”

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From Tirana/Durres/Shkoder: Theth & Blue Eye Tour (Smll Grp)

10.Theth & Blue Eye Tour (Smll Grp)

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 249 reviews · 10 - 14 hours · from $57

Small-group day trip from Tirana or Durres to Theth National Park and the Blue Eye, plus Qafe Thore views and Shkodra center.

“Small group of 5 people with a SUV! The whole trip was incredible, food was great. I book the trip from Shkodër, the trip was initially start from Tirana. I have to wait for 1,5 hours at meeting point,but it because of the traffic jam (I'm not complaining). Other than that, everything was smooth and amazing. The guide, Kledis is super friendly and helpful. Totally recommended!”

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Sarandë: Tour Gjirokaster,Blue Eye & Lekursi Castle

11.Tour Gjirokaster,Blue Eye & Lekursi Castle

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 220 reviews · 7h 30m · from $40

Visit UNESCO Gjirokastër, Albania's Blue Eye, and Lekursi Castle from Sarandë, with flexible pickup and a friendly guide.

“The tour was fantastic. Jona explained everything really good and Emiliano drove us safely to all the places. This tour is a must! Our group was fantastic and we had a lot of funny moments. Jona with her positive attitude and laugh created a beautiful atmosphere that we won't forget.”

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

12.Gjirokastra- The Stone City & Blue Eye- The monument of Nature.

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

Saranda day trip to Stone City Gjirokastër Castle, Bazaar, Skenduli House, Cold War tunnels, and Blue Eye water nature.

“We really enjoyed our tour. Sani couldn’t do enough for us and was brilliant at keeping our baby entertained and catered for. Marsia was so knowledgeable about all the history. I couldn’t recommend both girls enough.”

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Saranda Jeep Safari 4x4 a Castle, Secret Beach and Blue Eye - Porto Palermo and the 4x4-only Secret Beach swim

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Saranda Jeep Safari 4×4 a Castle, Secret Beach and Blue Eye

13.Saranda Jeep Safari 4×4 a Castle, Secret Beach and Blue Eye

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 177 reviews · 6 to 7 hours (approx.) · from $72Top rated

4x4 Jeep safari from Saranda to secret beaches, Ottoman viewpoints, Qeparo village, and the Blue Eye, with pickup and easy value.

“È stata un'esperienza unica! La rifarei subito e ve la consiglio caldamente. Il tour è organizzato benissimo dal team, siamo stati trattati egregiamente e con 13 euro hai anche un ottimo pranzo. Viaggiando da solo ho avuto l'opportunità di conoscere delle persone fantastiche con cui condividere tutto questo. Il giro dura circa 8 ore e si gira molto tra bellissime spiaggie, una cittadella antica (Qeparo). Non ultimo i bellissimi fuoristrada attraverso sentieri di roccia, terra e piccoli torrenti, che ci portano al blue eye. Il tutto incorniciato da musica a palla, canzoni italiane e tanta bella gente in macchina! Complimenti agli autisti del tour, ci hanno fatto divertire!”

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From Tirana/Durres/Vlora:Blue Eye,Saranda & Ksamil Boat Tour

14.Blue Eye,Saranda & Ksamil Boat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 163 reviews · 8 hours · from $75

Full-day South Albania tour from Tirana or Durrës to Sarandë, Ksamil islands, and Blue Eye, with boat ticket, AC, and Wi-Fi for $75.

“We had a tour with Orgest, it was amazing!! The tour was well planned with everything clearing thought out and structured- plenty of driving breaks, little stops for sights and planned to maximise your time spent exploring. Orgest was very knowledgeable and we learnt a lot on the way, but most importantly he was friendly and welcoming and we felt comfortable and safe with him as our guide. It was a great, safe and comfortable day.”

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Day tour from Saranda/Ksamil:Gjirokaster +Blue Eye & Lekursi

15.Day tour from Saranda/Ksamil:Gjirokaster +Blue Eye & Lekursi

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 150 reviews · 8 hours · from $45

Lekursi Castle, the Blue Eye, and Gjirokaster in one day from Saranda or Ksamil, with guided van transport and standout views.

“Ledjon was a fantastic tour guide, that was able to explain the history clearly. He was a good driver and wasn’t rushing us and was asking if we wanted more time at the different sites. I highly recommend!”

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